Genetically Engineered Non-Browning Bananas

Recently, the UK-based biotech company Tropic introduced a genetically-engineered banana that resists browning. This innovation aims to reduce food waste and its environmental impact. Bananas are known for their rapid spoilage. Approximately 50% of the banana crop is wasted annually. ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

What is Geet Gawai?

The recent visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Mauritius brought into light the enduring cultural ties between India and the island nation. The Prime Minister was welcomed with a traditional Bhojpuri performance known as Geet Gawai. This event puts ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs

Immigration and Foreigners Bill 2025 Introduced in Lok Sabha

The Immigration and Foreigners Bill 2025 was introduced in the Lok Sabha to modernise India’s immigration laws. The government aims to streamline processes for foreigners entering, residing, and exiting India. The Bill seeks to replace outdated legislation and simplify existing ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Maritime Security Belt 2025 Drills

Recent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have escalated due to joint naval drills conducted by China, Iran, and Russia. These exercises, named the Maritime Security Belt 2025, took place in the Gulf of Oman, a strategic area near the ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: International / World Current Affairs

PM Modi Receives Mauritius’ Highest Honour

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded the Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean by Mauritius. This prestigious accolade is the highest civilian honour in Mauritius. Modi is the first Indian to receive ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News

Assam Healing (Prevention of Evil) Practices Act, 2024

The Assam Healing (Prevention of Evil) Practices Act, 2024, aims to eliminate non-scientific healing practices. This law was introduced to protect the public from exploitation and to preserve public health. Definition of Evil Practices The Act defines “evil practices” as ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: March 12, 2025

1. According to SIPRI report, which country became the largest arms importer in the world during 2020-24? [A] India[B] China[C] Ukraine[D] Japan Show Answer Correct Answer: C [Ukraine] Notes:According to Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), India was the second-largest ..

AI Surveillance Prevent Human-Elephant Conflicts

Recently, the AI and machine learning-enabled surveillance system in Tamil Nadu has shown remarkable success in protecting elephants from train collisions. Installed along the busy railway tracks between Palakkad in Kerala and Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu, this system has effectively ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

India’s Energy Strategy

Recently, India is enhancing its energy procurement strategy, particularly from the United States. This shift comes amid rising global energy demands and geopolitical tensions. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump mark commitment to increase oil and ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: March 11, 2025

1. In the context of space governance, consider the following statements: Space debris includes all man-made objects in Earth orbit that are non-functional. The Outer Space Treaty of 1967 mandates that states are responsible for all space activities conducted by ..