Musk Deer Conservation in India

Recent reports highlight the lack of effective conservation efforts for musk deer in India. Classified as endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), musk deer face numerous challenges. Despite being protected under the Wildlife (Protection) Act of ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Canadian Wildfires Cause Global Dimming

In June 2023, Canadian wildfires impacted New York City. Smoke from these wildfires caused a dramatic cooling effect of approximately 3 degrees Celsius in the city. This phenomenon is attributed to a process known as global dimming. While this cooling ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

EU Fines Apple and Meta for DMA Violations

In a landmark enforcement of the Digital Markets Act (DMA), the European Union has imposed hefty fines on tech giants Apple and Meta. This action marks the first instance of penalties under the DMA, which aims to regulate Big Tech‘s ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

United Nations Reviews UNRWA

The ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza has intensified following recent Israeli actions against the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). The UN has appointed British human rights activist Ian Martin to conduct ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Global Coral Bleaching Crisis

Coral reefs are facing an unprecedented crisis due to global bleaching events. Since January 2023, over 80% of the world’s coral reefs have been affected. Scientists warn that this event is the worst on record, impacting reefs in at least ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Coal Black Tree Snake

Recently, a remarkable discovery was made in the lush rainforests of Papua New Guinea. Herpetologist Fred Kraus identified a new species of snake known as Dendrelaphis anthracina, or the coal black tree snake. This 4-foot, 8-inch reptile was found on ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Indus Waters Treaty Suspension

The Government of India announced the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) with Pakistan in response to a recent terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. This decision marks shift in the relationship between the two nations. The treaty governs ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Climate Change and Gender-Based Violence

The relationship between climate change and gender-based violence is increasingly evident. A recent study by the UN Spotlight Initiative marks the alarming rise in violence against women and girls due to climate impacts. Extreme weather events, displacement, and economic instability ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Soil Pollution and Its Global Impact on Agriculture

Recent studies have revealed alarming levels of soil pollution caused by toxic heavy metals and metalloids. A study published in April 2025 indicates that the contamination is severely affecting crop yields and food safety worldwide. The research marks a heavily ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Yeshasvini Health Scheme

The Yeshasvini health scheme is set for changes. A committee of experts has recommended a substantial increase in rates for medical procedures. This move aims to enhance healthcare access for rural beneficiaries in Karnataka. The report was submitted to Chief ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs