UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: April 12, 2025

1. Consider the following statements: The “Big Four” venomous snakes in India have established commercial antivenoms. The absence of species-specific antivenoms for pit vipers poses a major healthcare challenge. The government aims to reduce snakebite mortality by 50% by 2030. ..

ENSO Neutral Conditions

Recently, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced a shift to ENSO-neutral conditions in the tropical Pacific. This transition follows the end of a mild La Niña event. ENSO, or El Niño Southern Oscillation, influences global climate patterns. About ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

BM-04 Short-Range Ballistic Missile

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) recently introduced the BM-04, a next-generation short-range ballistic missile (SRBM), at a defence exhibition in Hyderabad. This missile is designed to enhance India’s conventional strike capabilities, particularly against Pakistan. About BM-04 The BM-04 ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: April 12, 2025

1. Which city is the host of STREE Summit 2025 on women’s safety and empowerment? [A] Hyderabad[B] Bhopal[C] Chennai[D] Bengaluru Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Hyderabad] Notes:The Hyderabad City Security Council (HCSC) hosts the second edition of the STREE (Safety, ..

India Revokes Transshipment Facility for Bangladesh Exports

Recently, India officially revoked the transshipment facility that allowed Bangladeshi exporters to transport goods through Indian territory to third countries. This decision has implications for trade logistics and costs, particularly affecting Bangladesh’s exports to Western markets. The move follows rising ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Domoic Acid Crisis and Sea Lions

Recently, environmental crisis emerged along the coast of California. An algal bloom, primarily driven by the neurotoxin domoic acid, has caused sea lions to exhibit aggressive behaviour towards humans. This unprecedented phenomenon has resulted in numerous attacks on beachgoers and ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

State of Social Protection Report 2025

State of Social Protection Report 2025 was released recently by the World Bank. It reveals that 1.6 billion individuals receive no social protection at all. As of 2025, nearly two billion people in low- and middle-income countries lack adequate social ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

What is SAVE Act?

Recently, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the SAVE Act. This act mandates proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration. Advocated by Republicans, it aims to prevent noncitizen voting. Voting rights groups argue this could disenfranchise millions of eligible voters. ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman Scheme

The Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman Scheme, formerly known as the National Programme of Mid-Day Meal, was renamed in September 2021. This centrally sponsored initiative aims to provide hot cooked meals to students in Government and Government-aided schools. It serves ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Digital Portal for Private Investment in Inland Waterways

Recently, the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) launched a digital portal to facilitate private investment in the development of jetties and terminals on National Waterways. This initiative aims to enhance the Ease of Doing Business (EODB) and promote the ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs