Category: current affairs

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 03/01/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 03/01/2025 RTO official’s Mongolia trip to click Pallas’s cat find its way into textbook /आरटीओ अधिकारी की मंगोलिया यात्रा, पलास की बिल्ली पाठ्यपुस्तक में शामिल हो गई Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Shefiq Basheer Ahammed’s 2017 wildlife photography trip to Mongolia, documenting rare species like Pallas’s cat, inspired a Class 7 CBSE textbook chapter. Species in news: Pallas’s Cat Small wildcat species native to Central Asia. Known for its dense, silvery-grey fur and flat face with rounded ears. Lives in rocky steppes and cold deserts, at altitudes of up to 5,000 meters. Solitary and…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 02/01/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 02/01/2025 Banking on technology, India’s weatherman to turn 150 on Jan. 15 /प्रौद्योगिकी पर भरोसा करते हुए, भारत के मौसम विज्ञानी 15 जनवरी को 150 वर्ष के हो जाएंगे Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu The India Meteorological Department (IMD), established in 1875, will celebrate 150 years of service on January 15, marking its contributions to weather forecasting and climate services. India Meteorological Department (IMD): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) was established in 1875 and is one of the earliest government departments in India for systematic weather observation and forecasting. Headquarters: New Delhi. The IMD…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/01/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/01/2025 Quad members vow to work vigorously towards a free, open, and stable Indo-Pacific/क्वाड के सदस्यों ने स्वतंत्र, खुले और स्थिर हिंद-प्रशांत क्षेत्र के लिए जोरदार तरीके से काम करने की शपथ ली Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu In the meeting of Quad Foreign Ministers, members reaffirmed their commitment to a free, open Indo-Pacific, ASEAN centrality, and regional cooperation. Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad): The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) consists of India, the U.S., Australia, and Japan. It was formed in 2007 and initially aimed to provide humanitarian assistance in response to the 2004 Indian…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 31/12/2024

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 31/12/2024 Unconventional methods like AI-based warfare a big challenge, says Rajnath /राजनाथ ने कहा कि एआई आधारित युद्ध जैसे अपरंपरागत तरीके एक बड़ी चुनौती हैं Syllabus : GS 3 : Internal Security Source : The Hindu Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed the growing challenge posed by unconventional warfare methods, including Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based warfare, cyber attacks, and other advanced forms of conflict. Types of Emerging Threats AI-Based Warfare: Leveraging AI for decision-making and automation in military operations could outpace traditional warfare tactics. AI can also be used in autonomous weapons, making the battlefield more complex and unpredictable.…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/12/2024

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/12/2024 India shuts down Internet 60 times in 2024, the lowest in eight years /भारत ने 2024 में 60 बार इंटरनेट बंद किया, जो आठ सालों में सबसे कम है Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu According to data from the Internet Shutdowns Tracker, India experienced the lowest number of mobile Internet shutdowns in eight years, 2024. Analysis of the news: India saw the lowest number of mobile Internet shutdowns in eight years in 2024, with 60 shutdowns, compared to 96 in 2023. Shutdowns were fewer in Manipur and Jammu and Kashmir, regions with historically…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28/12/2024

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28/12/2024 Climate disasters in 2024 wreaked havoc worldwide, causing losses/2024 में जलवायु आपदाओं ने दुनिया भर में तबाही मचाई, जिससे नुकसान हुआ Syllabus : GS 3 : Environment Source : The Hindu The year 2024 marked the hottest in history, with unprecedented climate disasters globally, fueled by rising temperatures and warmer oceans. Extreme weather events caused severe casualties, economic losses, and widespread displacement, showcasing the catastrophic impacts of climate change. Overview of 2024 Climate Disasters 2024 witnessed unprecedented climate disasters across diverse regions, from impoverished areas to prosperous cities. It was the hottest year on record, with…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27/12/2024

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27/12/2024 Nation mourns former PM Manmohan Singh, economist-ruler credited with liberalisation/राष्ट्र ने पूर्व प्रधानमंत्री मनमोहन सिंह के निधन पर शोक जताया, उदारीकरण का श्रेय अर्थशास्त्री-शासक को दिया जाता है Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, 92, passed away at AIIMS Delhi on Thursday, leaving behind a legacy of economic reforms and distinguished leadership. Known as the architect of India’s 1991 economic liberalization, he served as PM from 2004 to 2014. Tributes poured in from leaders, acknowledging his wisdom, humility, and nation-building efforts. A seven-day national mourning has been declared, with…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26/12/2024

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26/12/2024 ₹45,000-cr. Ken-Betwa link project launched / ₹45,000 करोड़ की केन-बेतवा लिंक परियोजना शुरू की गई Syllabus : GS 1 & 3 : Geography & Indian Economy Source : The Hindu The Ken-Betwa river-linking project aims to address water scarcity in Bundelkhand by linking two rivers, improving irrigation, drinking water supply, and energy generation. The project involves building canals, dams, hydropower, and solar energy components. It is part of India’s broader water management strategy. Ken-Betwa River-Linking Project Overview Objective: The Ken-Betwa river-linking project aims to resolve the long-standing water scarcity issues in the drought-prone Bundelkhand region, spanning…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 24/12/2024

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 24/12/2024 Kashmiri artisans give wings to the dodo /कश्मीरी कारीगरों ने डोडो को पंख दिए Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Kashmir’s papier mache artisans are reviving the memory of dodos, a bird extinct since 1681, by crafting colorful models adorned with symbolic floral and forest prints. These handcrafted dodos are in high demand, particularly in Europe and Mauritius. The bird’s introduction to Kashmir’s craft scene is relatively recent and growing. About Dodo: Scientific Name: Raphus cucullatus, an extinct flightless bird. Native Habitat: Exclusive to Mauritius, a tropical island in the Indian Ocean, with no…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 23/12/2024

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 23/12/2024 SpaDeX meeting in space/अंतरिक्ष में स्पैडेक्स मीटिंग Syllabus : GS 3 : Science and Technology Source : The Hindu SpaDeX is an upcoming mission by ISRO to demonstrate in-space docking technology. It involves two satellites that will dock and undock in orbit, crucial for India’s future space station and advanced space operations. SpaDeX Mission: SpaDeX is a mission by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) focused on mastering in-space docking technology. The mission involves launching two satellites into orbit, where they will demonstrate docking and undocking while in motion. This technology is crucial for future space…