China’s Dominance on Rare Earth Elements

Rare Earth Elements (REEs) are crucial in modern technology and industry. They are vital for manufacturing high-value goods, including defence systems and clean energy technologies. China has dominated the global rare earth market since the 1990s, supplying a staggering 85 ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

WHO Guidelines on Meningitis Diagnosis and Treatment

The World Health Organization (WHO) has introduced its first global guidelines on meningitis. These guidelines aim to enhance the diagnosis, treatment, and care of meningitis. They are essential for reducing mortality and disability associated with this disease. Despite the existence ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: April 16, 2025

1. Which state government has launched “Bhu Bharati Portal” for land record management in April 2025? [A] Jharkhand[B] Telangana[C] Odisha[D] Rajasthan Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Telangana] Notes:Telangana government launched the Bhu Bharati portal to make land record management simple, ..

International Technology Engagement Strategy for Quantum (ITES-Q)

India has recently launched its first International Technology Engagement Strategy for Quantum (ITES-Q) on World Quantum Day 2025. This report marks India’s position in the global quantum landscape. With a public investment of $735 million, India ranks 12th globally in ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Amarnath Yatra Registration Opens for 2025

The Amarnath Yatra, pilgrimage for Hindus, has opened its registration for 2025. This year, the pilgrimage will take place from July 3 to August 9. The Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board has made provisions for online registration. The Amarnath Cave is ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs

Karnataka’s Proposed Gig Worker Welfare Fund Levy

Karnataka is set to implement a differential levy on app-based platforms to establish a social security scheme for gig and platform workers. This initiative, if approved, could shape policies in other states of India. The proposed framework aims to create ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Rainfall Trends and Vegetation Changes in India

Recent studies have revealed shifts in rainfall patterns across India between 2011 and 2020. The findings indicate that while some regions have experienced increased rainfall, others have seen a decline. This analysis is based on data from the Global Satellite ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Meta Platforms Faces Antitrust Trial

Meta Platforms Inc. is undergoing an antitrust trial that could lead to the separation of Instagram and WhatsApp from Meta. The trial is a landmark challenge to the dominance of Big Tech and is spearheaded by the U.S. Federal Trade ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Leptobrachium aryatium

Recently, researchers in Assam announced the discovery of a new frog species named Leptobrachium aryatium. It was found in Garbhanga Reserve Forest, biodiversity hotspot near Guwahati. The frog is notable for its fiery orange-and-black eyes and unique throat pattern. Its ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

India’s Agricultural Projections for 2047

The ICAR-National Institute of Agricultural Economics and Policy Research (ICAR-NIAP) recently released the policy paper titled Indian Agriculture to 2047-Reshaping Policies for Sustainable Development. Its projections indicate that food demand will more than double. The need for nutrient-rich foods will ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Agriculture Current Affairs