Judicial Appointments in India

The recent controversy surrounding the discovery of cash at the residence of Delhi High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma has reignited discussions on judicial appointments in India. This debate has been ongoing since the establishment of the judiciary, with changes ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Disaster Management Amendment Bill 2024

The Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill 2024 has recently been passed by the Indian Parliament. It aims to enhance the functionality of disaster management authorities at various levels. The Bill amends the Disaster Management Act of 2005, which established the National ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: March 27, 2025

41. Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) Scheme is administered by which institution? [A] Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC)[B] NITI Aayog[C] Reserve Bank of India (RBI)[D] Ministry of Finance Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC)] Notes:The Government of ..

Loitering Munitions

Loitering munitions, often referred to as “kamikaze drones,” are transforming combat dynamics. These advanced weapons combine the surveillance capabilities of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) with the precision of guided missiles. They hover over targets, tracking them before striking with lethal ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Social Protection Data Pooling Exercise

India has made substantial advancements in social protection coverage. The Ministry of Labour and Employment, in collaboration with the International Labour Organization (ILO), has initiated a comprehensive data-pooling exercise. This project aims to enhance the understanding of social protection benefits ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

India and Singapore Sign LOI on Green Shipping Corridor

On March 25, 2025, India and Singapore signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to collaborate on the Green and Digital Shipping Corridor (GDSC) during the Singapore Maritime Week. This partnership aims to enhance maritime digitalisation and decarbonisation. The agreement is ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Global Energy Review 2025

The Global Energy Review 2025, released by the International Energy Agency, marks the impact of extreme weather on energy demand in 2024. The report reveals a surge in energy consumption driven by record-high temperatures. Energy demand increased by 20 per ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

Telangana Adopts Human Organ Transplantation Act

Recently, the Telangana Assembly adopted the Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act, 1994. This move aims to regulate organ transplantation and prevent illegal commercial dealings in human organs. The state previously had its own legislation, the Telangana Transplantation of ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Animal Genetic Resources

Animal genetic resources are crucial for sustainable food production and nutrition. They form the backbone of livestock development. Livestock is vital for the livelihoods of the rural poor, with about 70 per cent depending on them. Proper management of these ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Agriculture Current Affairs

What is DNA Fingerprinting?

DNA fingerprinting has revolutionised the fields of forensics, genealogy, and medicine. It is a powerful tool used to identify individuals based on their unique genetic makeup. This technology relies on the analysis of DNA, which is present in every cell ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs