Vehicle-to-Grid Technology (V2G)

Recently, the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) and the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) launched a pilot project to explore Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology. This initiative aims to assess the feasibility of integrating Electric Vehicles (EVs) into Kerala’s power ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: April 19, 2025

11. Recently, which international naval force under Operation ATALANTA has proposed a joint naval exercise with the Indian Navy? [A] NATO Standing Naval Force[B] Indonesian Navy[C] African Maritime Task Force[D] European Union Naval Force Show Answer Correct Answer: D [European ..

Flue Gas Desulphurisation

The Union Environment Ministry is reconsidering its 2015 mandate for Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD) in all coal-fired plants. A recent study by the National Institute of Advanced Studies suggests that FGD should only be required for plants using imported or ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Uttarakhand’s Adarsh Sanskrit Village Programme

The Uttarakhand government has initiated the Adarsh Sanskrit Village Programme to promote the ancient language of Sanskrit. The decision was made on April 15, 2025, by the state cabinet. This initiative aims to teach Sanskrit in one selected village from ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Vulture Conservation in Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh Forest Department has successfully bred and prepared six vultures for release into the wild. This initiative aims to boost the endangered vulture population and enhance ecological balance. The vultures, originating from the Vulture Conservation Breeding Centre in Kerwa, ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Tamil Nadu and Gujarat Space Policies for 2025

The Tamil Nadu Cabinet recently approved the Tamil Nadu Space Industrial Policy 2025. This policy aims to position the state as a leader in space innovation and high-value manufacturing. It follows the draft policy released in July 2024, which has ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Climate Change Threatens Global Blood Supply Chain

Climate change is increasingly impacting various sectors, including healthcare. Recent studies highlight how climate instability threatens the global blood supply chain. Researchers warn that rising temperatures and extreme weather events jeopardise blood safety and availability. This situation poses challenges for ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Direct Benefit Transfer System’s Achievements

India’s Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system has revolutionised welfare delivery since its inception in 2013. By 2025, it has achieved remarkable efficiencies, saving Rs 3.48 lakh crore and halving subsidy allocations. The system has expanded from 11 crore beneficiaries to ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

MacGregor Memorial Medal Awards

The MacGregor Memorial Medal is a prestigious award recognising exceptional contributions in military reconnaissance and adventure. Recently, five military personnel received this honour for their achievements in 2023 and 2024. The award ceremony took place at the United Service Institution ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News

Intermediate-Mass Black Holes

Recent astronomical advancements have led to the discovery of an Intermediate-Mass Black Hole (IMBH) located in the faint galaxy NGC 4395, approximately 4.3 million light-years from Earth. This finding, made using India’s largest optical telescope, the 3.6m Devasthal Optical Telescope, ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs