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India to Launch Sahkar Taxi

March 28, 2025

The Government of India is set to launch “Sahkar Taxi,” a cooperative-based taxi service. This initiative aims to provide a viable alternative to popular ride-hailing platforms such as Ola and Uber. Union Minister Amit Shah announced this plan in Parliament, ..

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End of Gaia Mission

March 28, 2025

The European Space Agency (ESA) has officially concluded its Gaia mission on March 27, 2025. Launched in December 2013, Gaia has advanced our understanding of the Milky Way galaxy. This mission has provided unprecedented vital information about the galaxy’s structure ..

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SC Ruling on GST Compliance and Rectification

March 28, 2025

The Supreme Court of India recently made ruling regarding the Goods and Services Tax (GST). This ruling allows companies to rectify human or arithmetical errors in their tax filings without facing penalties. The decision aims to ease compliance for taxpayers ..

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New Contracts for NAMIS and Light Vehicles

March 28, 2025

Recently, the Ministry of Defence of India signed contracts aimed at modernising the country’s defence capabilities. These agreements, valued at approximately ₹2,500 crore, include the procurement of the Nag Missile System (NAMIS) and around 5,000 light vehicles. The contracts were ..

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Light Fishing Threatens India’s Coastal Ecosystems

March 28, 2025

India’s extensive coastline is facing challenges from illegal fishing practices, particularly light fishing. This method employs high-intensity artificial lights to attract fish, causing severe ecological damage and threatening traditional fishers’ livelihoods. Despite a national ban on this practice in 2017, ..

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Health Risks of Martian Dust for Astronauts

March 28, 2025

Recent advancements in space exploration have raised concerns about the health risks associated with Martian dust. Researchers from several prestigious institutions have identified the toxic components of Martian dust and the necessary precautions for astronauts. As NASA and the Chinese ..

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Reforming Central Bureau of Investigation

March 28, 2025

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is undergoing scrutiny and proposed reforms. A Parliamentary panel has recommended various changes to enhance its operational efficiency and accountability. These reforms aim to address current challenges faced by the agency, including personnel shortages ..

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National Guidelines on Medical Oxygen Management

March 28, 2025

Recently, the Union Health Ministry released the national guidelines on medical oxygen management and announced a national capacity building programme. The National Capacity Building Programme on Oxygen Management, led by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in collaboration with ..

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UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: March 28, 2025

March 28, 2025

1. With respect to Aurangzeb’s tomb, which of the following observations is/are correct? Like his predecessors, Aurangzeb’s grave is an open-air cenotaph with a marble screen added later by British Viceroy Lord Curzon. Aurangzeb’s grave is located in the dargah ..

Masaki Kashiwara Wins 2025 Abel Prize

March 28, 2025

The Abel Prize for mathematics was awarded to Masaki Kashiwara in 2025. The 78-year-old Japanese mathematician received this honour for his contributions to algebraic analysis and representation theory. The Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters recognised his work in developing ..

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