Indian Railways’ Mission 3000

Indian Railways is striving to enhance its freight loading capabilities under the ambitious Mission 3000 plan. This initiative aims to achieve a cargo volume of 3,000 million tonnes (MT) by 2030. Despite facing criticism for its slow progress, Union Railways ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Telangana Caste Survey

The recent socio-economic survey in Telangana has revealed vital information about the state’s demographic structure. Conducted across 50 days, the survey reached over 35 million individuals. It marks the population distribution among various caste categories, with Backward Classes (BC) making ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: States Current Affairs

Uttarkashi Earthquake Swarm

Recent seismic activity in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, has raised concerns among experts and residents alike. A series of nine minor earthquakes occurred between January 24 and February 3, 2025. Although these tremors were mild, they prompted panic among the local population. ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

UK-EU Relations Post-Brexit

Recently, UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is making progress in reshaping the relationship between the United Kingdom and the European Union. His recent visit to Brussels marks the first time a British prime minister has engaged with EU leaders ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: International / World Current Affairs

NASA’s SPHEREx Telescope

NASA is on the brink of launching SPHEREx, a groundbreaking space telescope. Scheduled for launch no earlier than February 27, 2025, SPHEREx aims to provide a comprehensive view of the cosmos. With a budget of just $488 million, it promises ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

OPEC+ Maintains Oil Output Policy Amid Global Tensions

OPEC+ has reaffirmed its strategy to gradually increase oil production starting from April 2025. This decision comes amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and fluctuating oil prices. The group has also opted to replace the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) with new ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Myanmar Junta Extends State of Emergency Ahead of Elections

The military junta in Myanmar has recently extended its state of emergency for an additional six months. This decision comes as the junta prepares for a long-promised election. The announcement was made during a meeting of the National Defense and ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: International / World Current Affairs

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: February 4, 2025

1. With reference to icebergs and their ecological impacts, consider the following statements: The largest iceberg ever recorded, A23a, weighs about one trillion tons. Icebergs are formed only from freshwater glaciers. Icebergs drift thousands of kilometers, impacting marine ecosystems before ..

Impact of US Withdrawal on WHO Budget

The World Health Organization (WHO) faces challenges following the United States’ decision to withdraw its funding. As the largest contributor, the US accounted for approximately 18% of the WHO’s overall budget. This withdrawal has prompted discussions among WHO member states ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: February 4, 2025

1. Which organization has developed India’s man-portable air defense missile system called VSHORADS? [A] Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) [B] Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)[C] Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) [D] Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) Show Answer Correct Answer: A ..