GP-DRASTI Initiative

Recently, the Gujarat Police announced the launch of the GP-DRASTI initiative. This project aims to enhance policing through drone technology. The initiative seeks to reduce response times to incidents and improve overall public safety. With recent incidents of gang violence, ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

The Ottawa Convention on Anti-Personnel Mines

Due to increasing threat from Russia, NATO countries Poland, Finland, and the three Baltic states (Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania) are planning to leave the Ottawa Convention, which bans anti-personnel landmines. This international agreement aims to prohibit the use, stockpiling, production, and ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Small Hive Beetle Threatens Indian Beekeeping

Recent discoveries have raised concerns for India’s beekeeping industry. The Small Hive Beetle (SHB), scientifically known as Aethina tumida, has been found in West Bengal. This marks the first recorded instance of this invasive species in India. The beetle poses ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: April 6-7, 2025

21. The Koch- Rajbongshi community is primarily found in which region of India? [A] Chotanagpur plateau[B] Western Ghats[C] Southern[D] Northeastern Show Answer Correct Answer: D [Northeastern] Notes:Assam government will withdraw Foreigner Tribunal cases filed against the indigenous Koch-Rajbongshi community. The ..

Diarrhoeal Disease Challenges

Diarrhoeal diseases remain public health challenge in India. The World Health Organization (WHO) marks diarrhoea as the third leading cause of death among children under five. In India, approximately 1.7 billion cases occur annually. Unsafe water and poor sanitation are ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Health Current Affairs

Vibrant Villages Programme Phase Two Approved

The Government of India has recently approved phase two of the Vibrant Villages Programme (VVP). This initiative aims to encourage comprehensive development in strategic villages along international land borders. The total financial allocation for this phase is ₹6,839 crore. The ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Kazakhstan’s Largest Rare Earth Deposit Discovered

Kazakhstan has made discovery in the field of rare earth metals. The Ministry of Industry and Construction announced the finding of the largest deposit to date at the Kuirektykol site in the Karaganda region. This site is located approximately 300 ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Hansa Next Generation Trainer Aircraft

India’s aviation industry is experiencing rapid growth, with over 10 crore passengers annually. To sustain this growth, there is an urgent need for approximately 30,000 new pilots in the coming years. The introduction of the Hansa Next Generation (NG) trainer ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Kannadippaya gets GI Tag

Kannadippaya, a traditional handicraft from Kerala, has recently been awarded a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. This recognition ensures market protection and elevates the craft to a global platform. The GI tag was granted to two artisan groups in Idukki district, ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs

Long-Snouted Vine Snake

Recently, a rare long-snouted vine snake (Ahaetulla longirostris) was rediscovered in the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve, Uttar Pradesh. This marked its first documented sighting in the state and only the second recorded instance in India. The discovery occurred during a rhino ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs