Category: current affairs

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/05/2025 States to conduct civil defence drills today /आज राज्य नागरिक सुरक्षा अभ्यास करेंगे Syllabus : GS 2 & 3: Governance | Internal Security | Disaster Management Source : The Hindu The Union Home Ministry has initiated nationwide civil defence drills in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians. 244 districts have been identified for drills, with States given autonomy to include additional vulnerable areas. Exercises are being held at village to metro levels, involving evacuation plans, blackout drills, coordination with Air Force, and disaster response readiness. Key Highlights of the Drill…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06/05/2025 In this remote M.P. hamlet, unprecedented civic push follows a horrific crime /मध्य प्रदेश के इस सुदूर गांव में एक भयानक अपराध के बाद अभूतपूर्व नागरिक आंदोलन Syllabus : GS 2: Governance & Social Justice Source : The Hindu The case of Duglai village represents the intersection of issues related to governance, tribal welfare, law & order, development in Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) areas, and gender-based violence. It reflects both the challenges of inclusive development and the reactive nature of administrative action in underdeveloped regions. Key Issues Highlighted: Lack of Basic Civic Infrastructure:Duglai village remained without electricity…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 05/05/2025 Karnataka to begin survey today to assess status of Scheduled Castes /कर्नाटक में अनुसूचित जातियों की स्थिति का आकलन करने के लिए आज से सर्वेक्षण शुरू होगा Syllabus : GS 2: Governance & Social Justice Source : The Hindu Karnataka Launches Door-to-Door Survey to Assess Status of Scheduled Castes. Key Analysis 1. Significance of the Survey Data-Driven Policy Making: Provides granular data on intra-caste disparities among SCs for internal reservations. Evidence-Based Reservation: Fulfills need for empirical data to design internal sub-quotas among Scheduled Castes. Inclusive Development: Targets equitable distribution of welfare benefits within marginalized communities. 2.…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 03/05/2025 Port economy will drive India’s growth: PM /पोर्ट आधारित अर्थव्यवस्था भारत की वृद्धि को गति देगी: प्रधानमंत्री Syllabus : GS 3: Indian Economy Source : The Hindu Prime Minister Narendra Modi commissioned the Vizhinjam International Deepwater Multipurpose Seaport in Kerala -India’s first dedicated container transshipment port- developed through a PPP model between the Adani Group and Kerala Government. Prelims Pointers Feature Details Location Vizhinjam, near Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala Developer Adani Ports and SEZ Ltd (under PPP with Kerala Govt.) Cost ₹8,800 crore Unique Feature India’s first dedicated container transshipment port Natural Depth Nearly 20 metres, ideal for…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 02/05/2025 India gets U.S. support in fight against terror /आतंकवाद के खिलाफ लड़ाई में भारत को अमेरिका का समर्थन मिला Syllabus : GS 1 & 2: International Relations & Internal Security Source : The Hindu Following the Pahalgam terrorist attack, the United States has extended unequivocal support to India, affirming its right to self-defence. Simultaneously, U.S. officials are engaging diplomatically with both India and Pakistan to avoid escalation. This highlights the strategic triangle of India–Pakistan–U.S. relations amid rising regional tensions. Key Developments: U.S. Strategic Support to India Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth: Expressed solidarity with India and supported…