Double Pneumonia

Pope Francis, the 88-year-old leader of the Roman Catholic Church, is currently hospitalised due to double pneumonia. This condition arose from a complex respiratory infection exacerbated by his pre-existing lung issues. The pope’s case is particularly concerning due to his ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

nPROUD Initiative

Recently, Kerala initiated the nPROUD (New Programme for Removal of Unused Drugs) to address the environmental and health hazards posed by expired and unused medicines. This pioneering government-led initiative aims to create a systematic approach to collect and dispose of ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Death Penalty in India

The Indian judiciary’s application of the death penalty has come under scrutiny following two recent murder cases with contrasting outcomes. On January 22, 2025, a civic volunteer received life imprisonment for the rape and murder of a medical student, while ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Biannual Transparency Report on Emissions

India is finalising its inaugural Biannual Transparency Report (BTR) as part of its obligations under the 2015 Paris Agreement on climate change. This report will detail India’s greenhouse gas emissions, key sectors, and measures taken to enhance energy efficiency. It ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Record Low Sea Ice Extent

Recent data reveals alarming trends in sea ice extent across the Arctic and Antarctic regions. As of February 2025, the combined sea ice extent dropped to 15.76 million square kilometres. This marks decline from the previous record low of 15.93 ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Nocturnal Bull Ants Navigate Using Polarised Moonlight

Recent studies have revealed that nocturnal bull ants, specifically Myrmecia pyriformis and Myrmecia midas, utilise polarised moonlight for navigation during foraging. This discovery, made by researchers at Macquarie University in Sydney, marks a unique adaptation in these insects. Unlike many ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

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