WHO Report on Maternal Mortality

Recently, the World Health Organization (WHO) released study revealing alarming statistics about maternal mortality. In 2020, about 287,000 women died from preventable causes related to pregnancy and childbirth. This equates to roughly 800 deaths each day. The study marks critical ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

Unified Pension Scheme Funding

The Government of India is advancing ₹7,000 crore for the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS). This funding is part of a larger proposal for over ₹51,000 crore in additional expenditures. The UPS is designed to provide assured retirement payouts for Central ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

75/25 Initiative for Hypertension and Diabetes

In 2023, the Government of India launched the “75/25” initiative on World Hypertension Day. This initiative aims to provide standardised care to 75 million individuals living with hypertension and diabetes by December 2025. As of March 2025, 42.01 million individuals ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

E.W.S and D.G Quota in Indian Education System

The Economically Weaker Section (E.W.S) and Disadvantaged Group (D.G) quota is initiative in India’s education landscape. Announced by the Delhi Directorate of Education, the recent admissions for the 2025 academic session selected about 44,000 children from over two lakh applications. ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Zero-For-Zero Tariffs

Recently, India is exploring trade strategies with the United States amidst rising tariff threats. Industry stakeholders advocate for a zero-for-zero tariff approach. This method proposes eliminating tariffs on specific products rather than negotiating a broad trade agreement. Proponents argue this ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Genetically Engineered Non-Browning Bananas

Recently, the UK-based biotech company Tropic introduced a genetically-engineered banana that resists browning. This innovation aims to reduce food waste and its environmental impact. Bananas are known for their rapid spoilage. Approximately 50% of the banana crop is wasted annually. ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

What is Geet Gawai?

The recent visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Mauritius brought into light the enduring cultural ties between India and the island nation. The Prime Minister was welcomed with a traditional Bhojpuri performance known as Geet Gawai. This event puts ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs

Immigration and Foreigners Bill 2025 Introduced in Lok Sabha

The Immigration and Foreigners Bill 2025 was introduced in the Lok Sabha to modernise India’s immigration laws. The government aims to streamline processes for foreigners entering, residing, and exiting India. The Bill seeks to replace outdated legislation and simplify existing ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Maritime Security Belt 2025 Drills

Recent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have escalated due to joint naval drills conducted by China, Iran, and Russia. These exercises, named the Maritime Security Belt 2025, took place in the Gulf of Oman, a strategic area near the ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: International / World Current Affairs

PM Modi Receives Mauritius’ Highest Honour

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded the Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean by Mauritius. This prestigious accolade is the highest civilian honour in Mauritius. Modi is the first Indian to receive ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News