Beryllium-10 Anomaly in Pacific Ocean

Recent research has revealed an intriguing anomaly in the concentration of the radioactive isotope beryllium-10, which occurred approximately 10 million years ago. This discovery, based on rock samples from the Pacific Ocean floor, provides a potential new method for geologists ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Uttarakhand’s New Land Law

The Uttarakhand government has recently approved a draft law that restricts land purchases by non-residents in most districts. This law is a response to long-standing public demands to protect local resources and cultural heritage. The revised legislation will be tabled ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Arunachal Pradesh’s Dulari Kanya Scheme

The Arunachal Pradesh government has recently announced enhancements to the Dulari Kanya Scheme. This initiative aims to support the institutional births of girl children. Key Features of the Dulari Kanya Scheme The Dulari Kanya Scheme was originally designed to provide ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Faecal Coliform Bacteria in Ganga

The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 has attracted millions of devotees to Prayagraj. However, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has reported alarming levels of faecal coliform bacteria in the Ganga. These bacteria are indicators of water contamination from human and ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: February 20, 2025

1. With respect to the National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA), which of the following statements is/are correct? It is a statutory body constituted under Section 132 of the Companies Act, 2013. It was established as an independent authority to regulate the auditing profession and accounting standards ..

India Elected Vice President of IALA

India has recently been elected to the Vice Presidency of the International Organization of Aids to Marine Navigation (IALA) during its first General Assembly in Singapore. This election reflects India’s growing influence in maritime affairs. Background of IALA IALA was ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: February 20, 2025

1. Which state has become the first in India to have a translation system in the legislative assembly? [A] Uttar Pradesh[B] Madhya Pradesh[C] Maharashtra[D] Bihar Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Uttar Pradesh] Notes:Uttar Pradesh assembly becomes the first in the ..

Credit Guarantee Scheme for e-NWRs

The Government of India has announced measures to improve credit access for farmers. A ₹1,000 crore allocation for the Credit Guarantee Scheme for electronic-Negotiable Warehouse Receipts (e-NWRs) aims to transform agricultural financing. This initiative is part of the Digital India ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs