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National News Pahalgam Terror Attack Aftermath India revoked visas of Pakistani nationals following the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir that killed 26 civilians Pakistani troops fired at Indian posts along the Line of Control (LoC), heightening tensions UN Security Council strongly condemns the attack, urging action against organizers and sponsors Global leaders have…
National Affairs India’s Inland Waterways Authority reported record-breaking cargo movement of 145.5 million tonnes in Financial Year 2024-25, marking significant growth from 18.1 MMT in FY 2013-14. The Centre defended the constitutionality of Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025 before the Supreme Court, urging dismissal of petitions challenging the law as a valid exercise of legislative power….
National Affairs Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that India’s steel industry is confident and aims to achieve 300 metric tons of production by 2030, emphasizing the sector’s crucial role in India’s economic growth. The Government of India implemented transformative policy measures to promote underground coal mining to boost domestic production and reduce dependency on imports….
National Affairs National Panchayati Raj Day: India celebrates National Panchayati Raj Day on April 24, 2025, commemorating the date when the 73rd Constitutional Amendment received presidential assent in 1993, granting constitutional status to Panchayats. For the first time, the national-level function is being organized at Lohna Uttar Gram Panchayat in Madhubani district, Bihar, where National…
NATIONAL NEWS Pahalgam Terror Attack: Prime Minister Narendra Modi cut short his Saudi Arabia visit to hold a high-level meeting after terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people. Army later killed 2 militants in Uri, foiling another infiltration attempt. State Mourning for Pope Francis: Government of India has declared a three-day state mourning following…
National News (India) Telangana Bhu Bharati Act, 2025: Telangana government introduced the Bhu Bharati (Record of Rights) Act, 2025, aiming to overhaul land governance by enhancing transparency and citizen participation. This act addresses previous issues with the Dharani portal and promotes decentralised land administration. (Capital: Hyderabad, Chief Minister: Revanth Reddy) Bihar Mahila Samvad Campaign: Bihar…
NATIONAL AFFAIRS Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated VVDN Technologies’s largest state-of-the-art Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Line and Mechanical Innovation Park in Haryana. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) developed indigenous Stelaite Nozzle Divergent for Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV), reducing import costs by 90%. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s book on culture, “Fifth Chapter of Culture,” was…
INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS Trump vs Federal Reserve Controversy: U.S. President Donald Trump (President: United States) criticized Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for not cutting interest rates, threatening to remove him. The Federal Reserve’s benchmark rate stands at 4.25%-4.50%, with Powell defending the Fed’s independence from political pressure. Palestinian Photographer Wins World Press Photo: Palestinian photographer Samar…
National News (India) India Launches “Jal Suraksha Abhiyan” The Government of India has launched a national campaign, “Jal Suraksha Abhiyan,” to address the water crisis in drought-affected regions. The initiative focuses on rainwater harvesting, restoring traditional water bodies, and promoting efficient water use at the grassroots level. Athlete Passport Management Unit (APMU) Inaugurated Union Minister…
International News 1. WHO Finalizes Pandemic Treaty for 78th World Health Assembly • World Health Organization (WHO), Geneva (Switzerland), finalized the Pandemic Treaty to enhance global preparedness. • Key features: Pathogen Access and Benefit-Sharing System (PABS), One Health Approach, and global health supply chain mechanisms. • Treaty to be presented at the 78th World Health…
