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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21/04/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21/04/2025 Five feared dead in J&K in cloudburst havoc /जम्मू-कश्मीर में बादल फटने से पांच लोगों के मारे जाने की आशंका Syllabus : GS 1& 3 : Geography and Disaster Management Source : The Hindu Over the weekend, Jammu & Kashmir witnessed a severe natural calamity triggered by cloudbursts and flash floods. Ramban district was the worst hit, where multiple landslides and heavy rainfall caused significant destruction. At least five people are feared dead, more than 100 were rescued, and many remain stranded as parts of the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway were blocked. Causes of the Disaster: The…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/04/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/04/2025 Citizens’ outfit approaches NGT against move to ‘allot’ 100 acres for hotel near Similipal /सिमिलिपाल के पास होटल के लिए 100 एकड़ जमीन ‘आवंटित’ करने के कदम के खिलाफ नागरिक संगठन ने एनजीटी का दरवाजा खटखटाया Syllabus : GS 3 : Environment Source : The Hindu A socio-cultural organisation, Bhanja Sena, has filed a petition with the National Green Tribunal (NGT) against the Odisha government’s alleged move to lease 100 acres of land near Similipal Biosphere Reserve to a private hotel developer. The land is located in Laxmiposi village, close to the core zone of Similipal…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/04/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/04/2025 Prisons plagued by lack of medical, mental health professionals: report /जेलों में चिकित्सा और मानसिक स्वास्थ्य पेशेवरों की कमी: रिपोर्ट Syllabus : GS 2 : Governance & Social Justice Source : The Hindu The India Justice Report (IJR), supported by Tata Trusts, periodically evaluates the justice delivery system in India. Its 2025 edition throws light on alarming conditions in Indian prisons—especially concerning the lack of healthcare and mental health facilities amidst severe overcrowding. Major Findings of the Report India’s prisons are operating at a 131% occupancy rate, far beyond their intended capacity. While the prison population…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 17/04/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 17/04/2025 Northeastern region is gateway to Southeast Asia, says Jaishankar /जयशंकर ने कहा कि पूर्वोत्तर क्षेत्र दक्षिण-पूर्व एशिया का प्रवेश द्वार है। Syllabus : GS 2 : International Relations Source : The Hindu In a recent address at the North East Investors Summit 2025, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar underscored the strategic importance of India’s Northeastern Region (NER) as a gateway to Southeast Asia. His remarks countered controversial statements from Bangladesh’s interim leadership describing the region as “landlocked” and instead positioned it as a fulcrum of India’s Act East and connectivity initiatives. Key Highlights: Strategic Positioning…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/04/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/04/2025 Retail inflation at its lowest since 2019 /खुदरा मुद्रास्फीति 2019 के बाद सबसे कम स्तर पर Syllabus : GS 3 : Indian Economy Source : The Hindu Retail inflation in India fell to 3.34% in March 2025, marking its lowest level since September 2019. This decline in inflation is primarily attributed to the significant moderation in food prices. The easing inflation trajectory comes on the back of two consecutive repo rate cuts by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), each by 25 basis points. This development has significant implications for monetary policy, fiscal space, household consumption,…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 15/04/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 15/04/2025 Bihu beats /बिहू ने बाजी मारी Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu A troupe performed for Rongali Bihu celebrations in Guwahati, marking the Assamese New Year. Bihu is a significant cultural and agricultural festival in Assam, symbolizing the spirit, rhythm, and agrarian heritage of the region. Key Facts about : Types of Bihu: Rongali Bihu (Bohag Bihu) – Celebrated in April; marks the Assamese New Year and the beginning of the sowing season. Kongali Bihu (Kati Bihu) – Celebrated in October; a more solemn festival, linked with crop protection. Bhogali Bihu (Magh Bihu) –…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/04/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/04/2025 Kerala temple opens sacred space to all sections/ केरल मंदिर ने सभी वर्गों के लिए पवित्र स्थान खोला Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu The Pilicode Rayaramangalam Temple in Kasaragod district of Kerala has, for the first time, opened its nalambalam (inner sanctum area) to devotees from all caste and community backgrounds, ending long-standing entry restrictions. This reform is being hailed as a landmark social inclusion move within a religious institution. Key Highlights : Element Details Temple Name Pilicode Rayaramangalam Temple, Kasaragod, Kerala Reform Permanent access to the nalambalam (inner quarter) for all communities…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 12/04/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 12/04/2025 ‘Trade wars benefit no one; we believe in power of open markets, free and fair competition, a level playing field’ /‘व्यापार युद्ध से किसी को कोई लाभ नहीं होता; हम खुले बाजारों, स्वतंत्र और निष्पक्ष प्रतिस्पर्धा, समान अवसर की शक्ति में विश्वास करते हैं’ Syllabus : GS 2 : International Relations Source : The Hindu The visit of Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani to India has brought renewed momentum to the stalled India-EU Bilateral Trade and Investment Agreement (BTIA) and the India-Middle East-Europe Corridor (IMEC). In his interview, Tajani emphasized open markets,…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 11/04/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 11/04/2025 Kerala duo develops eco-friendly edible wrappers /केरल की जोड़ी ने पर्यावरण के अनुकूल खाद्य रैपर विकसित किए Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Two students from the College of Agriculture, Vellayani, Kerala – Ashir Kariyattil and Mohammed Nabin – have developed ‘Eden Wrap’, a biodegradable and edible food wrapper aimed at reducing plastic waste and promoting sustainable packaging. Key Features of Eden Wrap: Feature Description Composition Made using cellulose-producing bacteria, emulsifiers, and plant-derived essential oils Eco-Friendly Biodegradable within a month, mimics plastic in appearance Edible Can be consumed directly with food Anti-Microbial Essential oils…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 10/04/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 10/04/2025 RBI cuts repo rate by 0.25%, trims GDP growth forecast /RBI ने रेपो दर में 0.25% की कटौती की, GDP वृद्धि का अनुमान घटाया Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu RBI’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has cut the repo rate by 25 basis points (bps) to 6%. This is the second consecutive cut, and the policy stance has been changed from neutral to accommodative. GDP growth forecast revised down from 6.7% to 6.5% due to global trade tensions. Prelims Key Facts: Term/Concept Explanation Repo Rate The rate at which RBI lends money to commercial…