Black Rat as Primary Carrier of Hantavirus

Recent research marks the role of black rats as the primary carriers of hantavirus in rural Madagascar. A study published in *Ecology and Evolution* reveals that these invasive species pose health risk to local communities. The research was conducted in ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Greening Trends in the Thar Desert

The Thar Desert, located in northwestern India and southeastern Pakistan, has witnessed a remarkable transformation over the past two decades. A recent study revealed a 38 per cent increase in greening annually, primarily due to enhanced monsoon rainfall and agricultural ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) 2023-24

The Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) is vital for understanding India’s employment landscape. This survey provides data on key labour force indicators such as the Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR), Worker Population Ratio (WPR), and Unemployment Rate (UR). The latest ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

90-Day Pause on Trump’s Tariff Policy

On 2 April 2025, US President Donald Trump announced new “reciprocal tariffs,” which he termed “liberation day.” This announcement reverberated through global markets, causing volatility. A 90-day pause on some tariffs was declared on 9 April, leading to a brief ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: April 11, 2025

1. With reference to agricultural products, consider the following statements: Chickpeas are commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine and can be eaten fresh or dried. Fava beans are also known as garbanzo beans and are a key ingredient in hummus. Lentils ..

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: April 11, 2025

1. Where was the Global Technology Summit (GTS) 2025 held? [A] New Delhi[B] Bengaluru[C] Chennai[D] Hyderabad Show Answer Correct Answer: A [New Delhi] Notes:The 9th Global Technology Summit was inaugurated in New Delhi by External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar ..

World’s First 3D-Printed Train Station in Japan

Recently, Japan’s West Japan Railway Company revealed the world’s first 3D-printed train station in Arida town. This innovative project replaced a weathered wooden complex that had been in operation since 1948. The new station, Hatsushima, was constructed swiftly in under ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Nilgiri Tahr Census

The Nilgiri Tahr, an endangered mountain ungulate, is native to the Western Ghats in southern India. This species, also known as the Nilgiri Ibex, holds cultural significance as the state animal of Tamil Nadu. Its presence is documented in ancient ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Mining Ban Near Chittorgarh Fort

The Rajasthan government is contemplating a complete ban on mining activities within a 10-kilometre radius of the Chittorgarh Fort. This UNESCO World Heritage site is at the centre of a legal dispute involving Birla Corporation Limited and the state. The ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Thalassemia in India

Thalassemia is a global health concern. Each year, 300,000 to 400,000 babies are born with severe haemoglobin disorders. These conditions arise from genetic mutations affecting haemoglobin production. Thalassemia leads to reduced or abnormal haemoglobin, resulting in anaemia. Types of Thalassemia ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Health Current Affairs