Swine Flu Surge in India

The rise in swine flu (H1N1) cases in India has alarmed health authorities. By December 2024, over 20,414 infections and 347 fatalities were reported. States like Delhi, Kerala, and Maharashtra are particularly affected. What is Swine Flu (H1N1)? Swine flu, ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Health Current Affairs

Cotton Industry Challenges in India

In recent years, the cotton industry in North India has faced challenges. The emergence of whiteflies and pink bollworms has drastically reduced cotton yields and cultivation areas. In Punjab, cotton was grown on merely one lakh hectares in 2024, a ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Agriculture Current Affairs

Neonatal Sepsis

A research published in The Lancet Global Health journal reveals alarming statistics regarding sepsis in newborns across India. The study examined over 6,600 cases in five district hospitals. It found that portion of newborns diagnosed with sepsis face high mortality ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Narwhal’s Hunting Behaviour

Recent studies have revealed fascinating vital information about the behaviours of narwhals in the Arctic. These iconic marine mammals are known for their long, spiral tusks. Researchers have now observed how narwhals use these tusks for hunting Arctic char and ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

US Crypto Strategic Reserve

Recently, US President Donald Trump announced the formation of a United States ‘Crypto Strategic Reserve’. This initiative includes major cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Solana, and Cardano. The announcement came just before the White House Crypto Summit, marking shift ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

New Draft Regulations on Predatory Pricing in India

Recently, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) proposed new regulations to replace the 2009 guidelines on predatory pricing. The draft regulations titled “The Competition Commission of India (Determination of Cost of Production) Regulations, 2025” aim to modernise the framework for ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Ganges River Dolphin Population Estimate

The Ganges river dolphin, a unique species found in the freshwater systems of India, has been the focus of a recent comprehensive survey. Conducted over several years, the study has revealed a total of 6,327 dolphins in the Ganga River ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: March 4, 2025

1. Which ministry has launched Swavalambini initiative to promote women entrepreneurship in India? [A] Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship[B] Ministry of Women and Child Development[C] Ministry of Finance[D] Ministry of Commerce and Industry Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Ministry ..

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: March 4, 2025

1. Consider the following geographical locations: Sambrero channel Great Nicobar Island Little Nicobar Island Car Nicobar Which of the following is the correct order of the above locations from north to south? [A] 1 2 3 4[B] 2 4 3 ..

India’s Growing Obesity Crisis and Health Implications

The recent focus on obesity in India has gained momentum following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s remarks in his ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme. He brought into light the alarming statistics revealing that one in eight Indians is affected by obesity, particularly ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Health Current Affairs