Ethics of Assisted Dying

The debate surrounding assisted dying has intensified following the death of renowned psychologist Daniel Kahneman in March 2024. Kahneman, a Nobel laureate, chose assisted suicide at a facility in Switzerland. His decision has reignited discussions about the ethics of assisted ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Heatwave Preparedness in Indian Cities

Recent studies highlight the inadequacies in heatwave preparedness across major Indian cities. A report by the Sustainable Futures Collaborative (SFC) analysed nine cities, revealing a lack of long-term strategies to combat the increasing frequency and intensity of heatwaves. The cities ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

What is Nitrogen Gas Execution?

Louisiana is preparing to execute Jessie Hoffman Jr. using nitrogen gas. This marks the state’s first execution since 2010 and the second in the United States to employ this method. The shift to nitrogen hypoxia arises from challenges in procuring ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

National Wildlife Health Policy

Five years after Covid-19 was declared a pandemic. the Indian government is reviewing a draft of a National Wildlife Health Policy (NWHP). This policy suggests monitoring wildlife diseases, doing more research, and setting up new testing labs. The policy aims ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

30th Session of the International Seabed Authority

The 30th Session of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) commenced on March 17, 2025, in Jamaica. Nearly 170 member states and the European Union convened to discuss deep-sea mining regulations. This meeting comes amid increasing pressure from mining industries eager ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Kanger Valley National Park

Kanger Valley National Park (KVNP) has been added to the tentative list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites under the ‘Natural’ category. This park, nestled in the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, is renowned for its stunning landscapes, rich biodiversity, and geological ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Caracal in Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve

Recently, Rajasthan’s Forest Minister Sanjay Sharma announced the first photographic record of a caracal in Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve. This discovery marks the ongoing conservation efforts in the region. The caracal, a medium-sized wild cat, is now classified as endangered ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: March 19, 2025

1. Rajiv Yuva Vikasam scheme has been introduced by which state government? [A] Maharashtra[B] Telangana[C] Gujarat[D] Rajasthan Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Telangana] Notes:Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy launched the ‘Rajiv Yuva Vikasam’ scheme to create self-employment opportunities for five ..

Anomalous Temperature Pattern

The anticipation surrounding India’s summer monsoon is heightened by concerns about climate patterns. The El Niño and La Niña phenomena play critical roles in determining monsoon behaviour. Recently, conflicting predictions regarding these phenomena are causing uncertainty. El Niño and La ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

India’s Trade Deficit Hits Three-and-a-Half-Year Low

Recently, India’s merchandise trade deficit fell to $14.05 billion. This marked the lowest level in over three years. The decline was primarily driven by contraction in both exports and imports. Factors such as decreasing global petroleum prices and economic uncertainty ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs