Category: current affairs

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 11/03/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 11/03/2025 New Delhi considers restoring High Commissioner to Canada to reset ties /नई दिल्ली ने कनाडा में उच्चायुक्त को बहाल करने पर विचार किया ताकि संबंधों को फिर से स्थापित किया जा सके Syllabus : GS 2 : International Relations Source : The Hindu The recent political transition in Canada, with the exit of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the rise of Mark Carney as the new Prime Minister-designate, presents an opportunity to reset India-Canada relations. The diplomatic strain between the two nations arose over the killing of Khalistani separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in 2023, which…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 10/03/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 10/03/2025 Protests continue in Manipur, highways blocked /मणिपुर में विरोध प्रदर्शन जारी, राजमार्ग अवरुद्ध Syllabus : GS 3 : Internal Security Source : The Hindu The ongoing protests and highway blockades in Manipur highlight deep-seated ethnic and political tensions, particularly between the Kuki-Zo and Meitei communities. Key Issues at Play Ethnic Tensions and Demands for Separate Administration The Kuki-Zo people have been demanding a separate administration, citing historical grievances and recent violence. The imposition of President’s Rule on February 13, 2024, has not de-escalated the situation, as evident from fresh clashes. Security and Governance Challenges Deployment of…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 08/03/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 08/03/2025 India, China made positive strides after Modi-Xi meet, says Foreign Minister Wang /विदेश मंत्री वांग ने कहा कि मोदी-शी की मुलाकात के बाद भारत और चीन ने सकारात्मक प्रगति की है। Syllabus : GS 2 : Inernational Relations Source : The Hindu China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi acknowledged positive strides in India-China relations following the Modi-Xi meeting in Kazan (October 2023). He emphasized mutual cooperation over rivalry, while reiterating that border disputes should not define bilateral ties. Key Highlights of Wang Yi’s Statement: Improvement in Relations Post Military Stand-Off Both sides have taken steps to implement…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/03/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/03/2025 ‘Trump’s priorities work for India’ /‘ट्रंप की प्राथमिकताएं भारत के लिए कारगर साबित होंगी’ Syllabus : GS 2 : Inernational Relations Source : The Hindu The statement made by External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar during his visit to the U.K. highlights the alignment of U.S. President Donald Trump’s policies with India’s strategic interests. The discussion revolves around key themes such as multipolarity, connectivity, technology, and energy security, which are vital for India’s foreign policy and economic development. Key Themes and Analysis: Multipolarity and Strategic Alignment: EAM Jaishankar emphasized that the Trump administration’s shift towards a…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06/03/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06/03/2025 U.S. will impose reciprocal tariffs from April 2 Trump /अमेरिका 2 अप्रैल से पारस्परिक टैरिफ लगाएगा ट्रम्प Syllabus : GS 2 & 3 : Inernational Relations & Economy Source : The Hindu The recent announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the imposition of reciprocal tariffs from April 2 has sparked global concern. The move targets countries that impose high levies on American goods, including India, China, and key U.S. allies such as Canada, Mexico, and South Korea. The decision is in line with Trump’s long-standing stance on trade protectionism, emphasizing “fair trade” and reducing trade…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 05/03/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 05/03/2025 ‘Trump world may be uncertain, but India can find opportunities in global supply chain’ /‘ट्रम्प की दुनिया अनिश्चित हो सकती है, लेकिन भारत वैश्विक आपूर्ति श्रृंखला में अवसर पा सकता है’ Syllabus : GS 2 & 3 : Inernational Relations & Economy Source : The Hindu With the return of Donald Trump as U.S. President, the global trade landscape is shifting due to his aggressive tariff policies and preference for bilateral over multilateral trade agreements. Despite the uncertainty, India has an opportunity to strengthen its position in theglobal supply chain economy, as highlighted by Arun M.…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/03/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/03/2025 Research team takes big step towards making a Bose metal / बोस मेटल बनाने की दिशा में रिसर्च टीम ने बड़ा कदम उठाया Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu A research team from China and Japan observed signs of a Bose metal in niobium diselenide, advancing understanding ofanomalous metallic states and superconductivity. What is a Bose Metal? A Bose metal is a type of anomalous metallic state, where the ‘anomaly’ refers to the presence of Cooper pairs without thematerial transitioning into a superconducting state. It conducts electricity better than regular metals but not with…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 03/03/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 03/03/2025 In a first, private spacecraft lands upright on moon/पहली बार निजी अंतरिक्ष यान चाँद पर सीधा उतरा Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Firey Aerospace’s Blue Ghost Mission 1 successfully landed on the Moon, supporting NASA’s Artemis program andcommercial lunar exploration. Analysis of the news: Firey Aerospace’s Successful Lunar Landing: The U.S. company landed its Blue Ghost Mission 1 on the Moon on March 3,2024. First Upright Private Landing: Unlike the previous private mission, which tipped over, Blue Ghost remained stable andupright. Landing Site: Touched down near Mons Latreille, Mare Crisium on the Moon’s…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/03/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/03/2025 GDP grows 6.2% on rising government, consumer spending/बढ़ते सरकारी और उपभोक्ता खर्च के कारण जीडीपी में 6.2% की वृद्धि हुई Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu The country’s real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 6.2% in the third quarter (October-December) of the 2024-25 Fiscal year. Analysis of the news: Comparison with Previous Periods: This marks an increase from 5.6% in the previous quarter but is lower than the 9.5%. Growth Target for Full Year: To achieve the annual GDP target of 6.5%, the economy needs to grow by 7.6% in the fourthquarter. Key…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28/02/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28/02/2025 EU team begins crucial visit; activist points to rights issues /यूरोपीय संघ की टीम का महत्वपूर्ण दौरा शुरू; कार्यकर्ता ने अधिकारों के मुद्दों की ओर ध्यान दिलाया Syllabus : GS 2 – International Relations Source : The Hindu A high-level delegation of 22 out of 27 European Commissioners, led by European Commission (EC) President Ursula von der Leyen, visited New Delhi for a two-day visit. This visit, the first of its kind, underscores the deepening engagement between India and the European Union (EU) across multiple sectors, including trade, technology, green energy, and defence. The visit coincided…