Category: current affairs

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/02/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/02/2025 Amid global meltdown, rupee breaches 87 against the dollar /वैश्विक मंदी के बीच, डॉलर के मुकाबले रुपया 87 के पार पहुंचा Syllabus : GS 3 : Indian Economy Source : The Hindu Rupee depreciated past 87 against the U.S. dollar due to global uncertainties, impacting imports, exports, and India’s economic stability. Rupee Breaches 87 Mark The Indian rupee fell by 0.6% (49 paise) to close at ₹87.11 per U.S. dollar, after briey touching ₹87.3. The depreciation followed increased tariffs by the U.S. on Canada, Mexico, and China, affecting emerging markets and stock markets globally. Government’s Stance…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 03/02/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 03/02/2025 Trump slaps 25% tariff on imports from Canada, Mexico; additional 10% duty for Chinese goods/ट्रम्प ने कनाडा, मैक्सिको से आयात पर 25% टैरिफ लगाया; चीनी सामानों पर अतिरिक्त 10% शुल्क लगाया Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu US President Donald Trump set high trade charges on Canada, Mexico, and China, citing security and trade issues. Analysis of the news: Tariff Details: Canadian and Mexican exports to the U.S. will face a 25% tariff, except for energy resources from Canada, which will have a 10% levy. Chinese goods will face an additional 10% tariff. National…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/02/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/02/2025 Economy’s fundamentals robust amid ‘strong downsides’: Survey /‘मजबूत गिरावट’ के बावजूद अर्थव्यवस्था की बुनियाद मजबूत: सर्वेक्षण Syllabus : GS 3 : Indian Economy Source : The Hindu The Economic Survey 2024-25 highlights India’s growth prospects, investment challenges, and the need for deregulation. Economic Growth Projections India’s economy is expected to grow between 6.3% and 6.8% in 2025-26, slightly higher than the estimated 6.4% this year. The Economic Survey acknowledges strong economic fundamentals but also highlights external risks affecting investment and output. Private sector investment growth has been subdued due to political uncertainties, global challenges, and overcapacity…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 31/01/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 31/01/2025 EU tracks bird flu virus variants over rising threat to humans/यूरोपीय संघ मनुष्यों के लिए बढ़ते खतरे के बारे में बर्ड फ्लू वायरस के प्रकारों पर नज़र रख रहा है Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu This news covers various public health concerns: bird flu variant tracking, the impact of menstruation on South Asian women, and the link between weather/climate change and Salmonella outbreaks. Tracking Bird Flu Variants European health agencies are monitoring bird flu virus mutations that may increase the risk of spreading among humans. Experts have identified 34 genetic mutations that could…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/01/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/01/2025 Retinal diseases: RNA therapeutics show promise but is India ready? /रेटिनल रोग: आरएनए उपचारात्मक उपाय आशाजनक हैं, लेकिन क्या भारत इसके लिए तैयार है? Syllabus : GS 3 : Science and Technology Source : The Hindu The article discusses vision impairment, focusing on inherited retinal diseases (IRDs). It also highlights RNA-based therapies as a promising treatment, emphasizing India’s need for genetic research and precision medicine. Gene Therapy Breakthroughs In 2017, the U.S. FDA approved the first gene therapy for blindness caused by RPE65 gene mutations. Over 50 clinical trials are exploring gene therapies for IRDs, but…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29/01/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29/01/2025 New study decodes when the Nicobarese people came to the island/नए अध्ययन से पता चलता है कि निकोबारी लोग द्वीप पर कब आए थे Syllabus : GS 1 & 3 : Indian Society &  Science and Technology Source : The Hindu A recent genetic study traces the migration history of the Nicobarese people, revealing their links to Southeast Asia and refining the timeline of their arrival. Early Human Migration More than 500,000 years ago, human ancestors began migrating beyond Africa in search of food and better living conditions. Over time, humans spread to all habitable parts…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28/01/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28/01/2025 JPC rejects all amendments to Waqf Bill made by Opposition /जेपीसी ने विपक्ष द्वारा वक्फ विधेयक में किए गए सभी संशोधनों को खारिज कर दिया Syllabus : GS 2 – Indian Polity Source : The Hindu The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill held a meeting where 32 amendments out of over 500 proposed by members were accepted after a vote. The BJP and its allies, having a majority, saw all their proposed amendments accepted, while the Opposition’s amendments were rejected.  Key Features of the Bill Main Proposal: The Bill initially sought to…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27/01/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27/01/2025 Indian space programme breaks into 2025 in ‘mission mode’ /भारतीय अंतरिक्ष कार्यक्रम 2025 तक ‘मिशन मोड’ में रहेगा Syllabus : GS 3 – Science and Technology Source : The Hindu The The news highlights India’s advancements in space exploration, including successful docking, private collaborations. It also highlights preparations for human spaceflight and advanced missions like Chandrayaan-4. Everything You Need To Know About 27 January 2025 : Daily Current Affairs PSLV-C60 Mission and SpaDeX Experiment On December 30, 2024, the PSLV-C60 mission launched from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC), carrying the Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) satellites.…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 25/01/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 25/01/2025 Pralay, India’s first quasi-ballistic missile, to be showcased at Republic Day parade /गणतंत्र दिवस परेड में भारत की पहली अर्ध-बैलिस्टिक मिसाइल प्रलय का प्रदर्शन किया जाएगा Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu The DRDO will showcase “Pralay,” India’s first short-range quasi-ballistic missile for conventional strikes, at the Republic Day parade, highlighting advanced military capabilities. Key Features of the Pralay Missile Type: Pralay is a short-range, quasi-ballistic missile developed indigenously by DRDO. Purpose: It is the first ballistic missile in India’s arsenal designed for conventional strikes. Range: The missile has a strike range of 400…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 24/01/2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 24/01/2025 Centre yet to give approval to Tamil Nadu’s Cauvery-South Vellar Link project, says SC /तमिलनाडु की कावेरी-दक्षिण वेल्लार लिंक परियोजना को केंद्र ने अभी तक मंजूरी नहीं दी है, सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने कहा Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu The Supreme Court noted that the Centre has not granted approval for Tamil Nadu’s Cauvery-South Vellar Link project, despite a 2021 request. Karnataka opposed the project, citing concerns over water rights. Cauvery-South Vellar Link Project: Key Details Tamil Nadu sought in-principle approval for the project from the Jal Shakti Ministry in January 2021, but the…