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…
International News China Increases Tariffs on U.S. Imports China escalated trade tensions by raising tariffs on U.S. imports from 84% to 125%, impacting bilateral trade relations. This move is seen as a response to ongoing disputes between the two nations. Mauritius Signs Solar Energy Deal Mauritius signed its first solar energy agreement under the International…
National News India Signs Rafale Marine Jets Deal The Cabinet Committee on Security (chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi) approved a ₹64,000 crore deal to procure 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets from France to strengthen the Indian Navy’s capabilities. RBI Cuts Repo Rate The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) reduced the repo rate by 25…
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) Who announced sweeping tariffs on multiple countries, sparking global economic concerns? a) Joe Biden b) Donald Trump c) Emmanuel Macron d) Justin Trudeau Answer: b) Donald Trump Marine Le Pen, a former French presidential candidate, was convicted of which crime? a) Tax Evasion b) Embezzlement c) Money Laundering d) Corruption Answer:…
International News Trump’s Tariff Policy Sparks Global Economic Concerns U.S. President Donald Trump (Washington, D.C.) announced sweeping tariffs on multiple countries, describing them as “medicine” for the U.S. economy. These tariffs, which could go as high as 50%, have triggered market turmoil and fears of a global recession. Asian markets experienced significant declines, with Japan’s…
International News Myanmar Earthquake Devastation A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on March 29, leaving over 1,600 dead, 3,400 missing, and more than a million displaced. Neighboring countries, including India (New Delhi), China (Beijing), and Thailand (Bangkok), have sent humanitarian aid. India launched “Operation Brahma” to establish a 60-bed emergency treatment center in Mandalay. Partial…
NATIONAL NEWS Delhi Budget 2025-26 Presented with Record Allocation Delhi Chief Minister and Finance Minister Rekha Gupta presented the budget with a historic allocation of Rs 1 lakh crore The budget marks a 31.5% increase from the previous year, focusing on infrastructure development, social welfare, healthcare, education, and economic growth Archaeological Discoveries by ASI Archaeological…
National News Government Revises MSME Classification Criteria The Government of India has revised MSME classification criteria, effective April 1, 2025 Investment limits increased by 2.5 times and turnover limits doubled New limits: Micro Enterprises (₹2.5 Cr investment, ₹10 Cr turnover), Small Enterprises (₹25 Cr investment, ₹100 Cr turnover), and Medium Enterprises (₹125 Cr investment, ₹500…
Multiple Choice Questions 1. Where is the World Leaders Conclave & Awards 2025 being held? A) Paris, France B) New York, USA C) London, UK D) Tokyo, Japan Answer: C) London, UK 2. How many leaders gathered for the EU Leaders’ Summit in Brussels? A) 15 B) 21 C) 27 D) 32 Answer: C) 27…
International News World Leaders Conclave & Awards 2025 The prestigious World Leaders Conclave & Awards 2025 is being held at the UK Parliament in London (Capital of United Kingdom) The event brings together world leaders, policymakers, and industry pioneers to address global challenges Notable participants include H.E. Lujaina Mohsin Darwish, Chief Gene Saunders, Greg Wilson,…
