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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26/05/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26/05/2025 Imphal erupts as march to Raj Bhavan is foiled /राजभवन तक मार्च को विफल करने पर इम्फाल में हड़कंप Syllabus : GS 2 : Indian Polity & Social Justice Source : The Hindu Imphal witnessed widespread protests and scuffles as demonstrators attempted a march to the Raj Bhavan in response to an alleged affront to the State’s identity and pride. The incident reflects deeper governance challenges in conflict-ridden Manipur. Key Developments: Triggering Incident: On May 20, during a state-sponsored travel to Shirui Lily Festival, security personnel allegedly forced a media team to mask the words “Manipur…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 23/05/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 23/05/2025 54 Indians on death row in foreign jails / विदेशी जेलों में मौत की सज़ा पाए 54 भारतीय Syllabus : GS 2 :  International Relations Source : The Hindu The recent confirmation of the death sentence for Nimisha Priya, a Malayali nurse convicted of murder in Yemen, has reignited concerns about the fate of Indian nationals on death row abroad. According to data from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), 54 Indians are currently facing capital punishment in foreign countries, with a total of 47 Indians executed between 2020 and 2024. Key Highlights: Magnitude of the…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 22/05/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 22/05/2025 Heart Lamp burns bright, wins the Booker Prize for Banu and Deepa /हार्ट लैंप ने खूब दीप जलाए, बानू और दीपा को बुकर पुरस्कार मिला Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Kannada author Banu Mushtaq, along with translator Deepa Bhasthi, has won the International Booker Prize 2025 for the short story collection Heart Lamp. This marks a historic first for Kannada literature and the first time a short story collection has been honoured by the prize. Key Highlights for UPSC Prelims: Banu Mushtaq: 77-year-old Kannada writer, lawyer, and activist from Hassan, Karnataka. Associated with…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21/05/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21/05/2025 Diplomatic outreach visits begin today /राजनयिक संपर्क यात्राएं आज से शुरू होंगी Syllabus : GS 2 : International Relations Source : The Hindu India has launched a significant diplomatic outreach involving multi-party parliamentary delegations to over 25 countries across Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. The move aims to present a united national front on the issue of cross-border terrorism from Pakistan, particularly in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor, which was conducted in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. Objectives of the Outreach: Global sensitization on Pakistan’s continued role in sponsoring terrorism against India. Reinforcement…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 20/05/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 20/05/2025 Telangana CM launches solar scheme to benefit tribal farmers /तेलंगाना के मुख्यमंत्री ने आदिवासी किसानों को लाभ पहुंचाने के लिए सौर ऊर्जा योजना शुरू की Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu In a bid to empower tribal communities and improve irrigation access, Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy launched a new scheme titled “Indira Saura Giri Jala Vikasam” in Nagarkurnool district. This initiative directly addresses tribal agricultural distress and aims to bring clean energy solutions to underserved farmlands. Key Highlights: Scheme Objective:To provide solar-powered borewell irrigation facilities to Scheduled Tribe (ST) farmers whose lands…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/05/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/05/2025 Satellite launch went wrong minutes after lift-off due to glitch: ISRO /उपग्रह प्रक्षेपण में गड़बड़ी के कारण प्रक्षेपण के कुछ ही मिनटों बाद गड़बड़ी हो गई: इसरो Syllabus : GS 3 : Science and Technology Source : The Hindu On May 19, 2025, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) attempted to launch EOS-09, an earth observation satellite, using the PSLV-C61 vehicle from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota. The rocket lifted off at 5:59 a.m., but minutes after launch, the mission failed due to a technical glitch in the rocket’s third stage. This event marks a…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 17/05/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 17/05/2025 Assam policy to fight human trafficking and witch-hunting notified /असम में मानव तस्करी और डायन-हंटिंग से निपटने के लिए नीति अधिसूचित की गई Syllabus : GS 2 : Governance & Social Justice Source : The Hindu On May 6, 2025, the Assam government notified a comprehensive policy titled “Assam State Policy to Combat Human Trafficking and End Witch-Hunting”. This is a proactive and rights-based step aimed at curbing two persistent crimes—human trafficking and witch-hunting—which disproportionately impact women and marginalized communities in the state. Significance of the Policy Human Rights and Dignity:The policy is rooted in the…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/05/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/05/2025 T.N. CM slams Presidential Reference to top court on timeline to act on State Bills /तमिलनाडु के मुख्यमंत्री ने राज्य विधेयकों पर कार्रवाई करने की समयसीमा के बारे में शीर्ष न्यायालय को भेजे गए राष्ट्रपति के संदर्भ की निंदा की Syllabus : GS 2 : Indian Polity Source : The Hindu The President of India has made a rare Presidential Reference to the Supreme Court under Article 143, seeking clarity on whether the judiciary can impose time limits and prescribe procedures for Governors and the President in giving assent to State Bills under Articles 200 and…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 15/05/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 15/05/2025 Sikkim celebrates golden jubilee of Statehood with race to spot butterflies/ सिक्किम ने तितलियाँ देखने की दौड़ के साथ राज्य का स्वर्ण जयंती समारोह मनाया Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Sikkim is celebrating the golden jubilee (50th anniversary) of its statehood with a unique ecological event – a butterfly-watching race titled “Butterthon”, organized across the State. Key Highlights: Statehood Anniversary: Sikkim became the 22nd State of India on May 16, 1975, transitioning from a protectorate. The 50th anniversary celebrations include a 16-day “Butterthon” that began on May 1, 2025, and ends on May…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/05/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/05/2025 Southwest monsoon advances into Andaman Sea /दक्षिण-पश्चिम मानसून अंडमान सागर में आगे बढ़ा Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Key Factual Highlights: Announced by: India Meteorological Department (IMD) Monsoon has reached: South Bay of Bengal South Andaman Sea Nicobar Islands Parts of North Andaman Sea Expected Time to Reach Mainland (Kerala): Usually ~10 days after reaching the Andaman Sea Exact onset date over Kerala to be announced later by IMD (usually around June 1) Prelims-Relevant Concepts: Southwest Monsoon Onset: Normal Onset over Kerala: 1st June First area to be covered: Andaman & Nicobar Islands,…