Mangrove Risk Index

Recent research from Switzerland and the United States has developed a comprehensive risk index for mangroves. This index evaluates the impact of climate threats such as rising sea levels and increasing tropical cyclones on mangrove ecosystems globally. Published in April ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

MoSPI Launches Revamped Microdata Portal

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has recently launched a revamped Microdata Portal. This initiative was revealed during the Conference of State Government Ministers. The new portal aims to improve data accessibility and user experience. It integrates advanced ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Amalgamation of RRBs in India

The Government of India has announced the amalgamation of several Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), effective from May 1, 2025. This move aims to enhance the efficiency of RRBs and reduce competition among public sector banks. The initiative is part of ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

2025 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics

The 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics has recognised 13,508 physicists from four collaborative projects at CERN. This prestigious award, often referred to as the Oscars of Science, was announced on April 5, 2025. It marks advancements in life sciences, ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: April 8, 2025

21. A rare long-snouted vine snake (Ahaetulla longirostris) has been rediscovered in which tiger reserve? [A] Dudhwa Tiger Reserve[B] Bandipur Tiger Reserve[C] Kanha Tiger Reserve[D] Corbett Tiger Reserve Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Dudhwa Tiger Reserve] Notes:A rare long-snouted vine ..

26th edition of Women and Men in India 2024

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) of India has released its 26th edition of Women and Men in India 2024 – Selected Indicators and Data. This publication provides an extensive overview of gender-related indicators across various sectors in ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

INS Sunayna

On April 5, 2025, the Indian Navy launched the Offshore Patrol Vessel INS Sunayna as part of the Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR initiative. This event took place in Karwar, Karnataka, with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh presiding over the ceremony. ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

HPV Vaccination Initiatives in India for Cervical Cancer

The Government of India is intensifying efforts to combat cervical cancer through the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination programme. The Union Health Ministry is set to enhance the capacity of frontline workers involved in the vaccination process. Recent discussions and strategies ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

India’s Defence Export Protocol

India’s Ministry of External Affairs recently defended its strategic trade practices amid claims of improper arms supply to Russia. This comes in the context of ongoing geopolitical tensions and India’s commitment to international trade regulations. The Ministry asserted that Indian ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Supreme Court Judges to Declare Assets Publicly

Recently, the Supreme Court of India decided that all judges, including the Chief Justice, will publicly declare their assets. This decision follows a recent scandal involving a Delhi High Court judge found with large sums of cash. Historically, judges were ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs