Category: current affairs

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/01/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/01/2025 ‘Strange’ particle possesses mass when moving in one direction, not another /‘अजीब’ कण एक दिशा में चलते समय द्रव्यमान रखता है, दूसरी दिशा में नहीं Syllabus : GS 3 : Science and Technology Source : The Hindu Physicists are discovering new and unusual subatomic particles, like semi-Dirac fermions, which help expand our understanding of matter and the laws of nature. Understanding Subatomic Particles Subatomic particles are the basic building blocks of everything in the universe. These particles are divided into two main categories: fermions and bosons.Fermions, like electrons and protons, are the particles that makeup matter.…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/01/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/01/2025 Prime Minister inaugurates Z-Morh tunnel in J&K; remains silent on Statehood /प्रधानमंत्री ने जम्मू-कश्मीर में जेड-मोड़ सुरंग का उद्घाटन किया; राज्य के दर्जे पर चुप्पी साधी Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated the Z-Morh Tunnel in Ganderbal’s Sonamarg area, located in Jammu and Kashmir. About the Tunnel: The Z-Morh Tunnel is located in the Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir, India. It starts from Gagangir and its ending point is Sonamarg. The Tunnel is designed to ensure all-weather connectivity between Gagangir and Sonamarg, two important locations in the…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 13/01/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 13/01/2025 Kerala’s maternal mortality ratio climbs as fertility levels fall to a new low /केरल में मातृ मृत्यु दर में वृद्धि हुई है, क्योंकि प्रजनन स्तर में गिरावट आई है Syllabus : GS 2 : Social Justice – Health Source : The Hindu Kerala faces rising maternal mortality rates due to declining birth rates, impacting social fabric and demographic shifts in the state. Kerala’s Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) Kerala’s MMR has increased, moving from 19 to 29 per one lakh live births. This rise is not due to more maternal deaths but fewer childbirths. The drop in…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 11/01/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 11/01/2025 President Murmu’s invite for this year’s Republic Day reception set to honour crafts from South /राष्ट्रपति मुर्मू ने इस वर्ष गणतंत्र दिवस के स्वागत समारोह के लिए दक्षिण के शिल्पों को सम्मानित करने का निमंत्रण दिया Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu To mark 75 years of India’s Republic, President Droupadi Murmu curated a special invitation box featuring crafts from five southern states, highlighting India’s rich cultural heritage. Kalamkari Paintings Kalamkari is a traditional hand-painted or block-printed textile art. The paintings often depict mythological themes and nature-inspired motifs. Nimmalakunta artisans, known for their intricate…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 10/01/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 10/01/2025 Singer P. Jayachandran passes away / गायक पी. जयचंद्रन का निधन Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Playback singer P. Jayachandran, renowned for his soulful voice and over 16,000 songs, passed away in Thrissur. Personalities in News: P. Jayachandran Jayachandran was a renowned Indian playback singer, widely recognized for his soulful voice and expressive singing. He was born in Ravipuram, Ernakulam, and hailed from a family with strong musical roots. Over his six-decade-long career, he recorded more than 16,000 songs in multiple languages, including Malayalam, Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, and Hindi. His voice became iconic…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 09/01/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 09/01/2025 Stampede at Tirupati /तिरुपति में भगदड़ Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Amid heavy turnout of devotees to Sri Ranganathaswamy temple, residents of the temple town of Srirangam have sought installation of lights on the passages beneath the outer gopurams around the shrine as a safety measure. About Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple: It is a prominent Hindu temple situated at Srirangam near Trichy in Tamil Nadu. This temple is the biggest functioning Hindu temple in India. Built across an area of 156 acres, this temple is dedicated to Ranganatha, a reclining form of Hindu deity,…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 08/01/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 08/01/2025 GDP growth projected to fall to four-year low at 6.4%GDP growth projected to fall to four-year low at 6.4% /GDP वृद्धि दर चार साल के निचले स्तर 6.4% पर आने का अनुमान हैजीडीपी वृद्धि दर चार साल के निचले स्तर 6.4% पर आने का अनुमान है Syllabus : GS 3 : Indian Economy Source : The Hindu The National Statistics Office (NSO) projects India’s real GDP growth for 2024-25 at 6.4%, a four-year low, compared to 8.2% in 2023-24. The economy, which grew 6% in the first half of 2024-25, is expected to rebound with a…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/01/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/01/2025 U.S. to remove Indian entities from restricted lists, says Jake Sullivan /जेक सुलिवन ने कहा कि अमेरिका भारतीय संस्थाओं को प्रतिबंधित सूची से हटाएगा Syllabus : GS 2 : International Relations Source : The Hindu Jake Sullivan announced the U.S. will remove Indian scientific and nuclear entities from restricted lists, fostering enhanced bilateral cooperation. What is a restricted list? The restricted list refers to a list of entities and individuals in certain countries, including India, that face trade or cooperation restrictions, particularly in sensitive areas like nuclear technology and scientific advancements. These restrictions prevent U.S. companies…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06/01/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06/01/2025 Toda tribe /टोडा जनजाति Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Toda tribe in Nilgiris celebrates Modwerth festival, fostering cultural unity and planning for the community’s progress in Udhagamandalam. Toda Tribe: Location: Reside in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu, primarily around Ooty (Udhagamandalam). Population: Small tribal community, with numbers declining over the years. Language: Speak the Toda language, part of the Dravidian family. Livelihood: Traditionally pastoral, known for rearing buffaloes and producing dairy products. Distinctive Culture: Famous for intricately embroidered shawls (Toda embroidery). Practice unique rituals associated with dairy, temples, and buffaloes. Housing: Live…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/01/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/01/2025 India ‘protests’ new Chinese counties in Ladakh /भारत ने लद्दाख में नए चीनी काउंटियों का ‘विरोध’ किया Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu China’s creation of counties in disputed Aksai Chin and its mega-dam on Yarlung Tsangpo escalates tensions with India. Places in Focus Hotan Prefecture (Xinjiang, China) Located in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region of China. Includes parts of Aksai Chin, a disputed area claimed by India. Strategically important due to its location along the ancient Silk Road. Known for its jade production and historical significance in trade routes. Aksai Chin (Ladakh, India)…