National Affairs Government Approves National Green Hydrogen Corridor Phase-II The Union Cabinet approved the second phase of the National Green Hydrogen Corridor to boost renewable-based hydrogen production and export. The project aims to set up new hydrogen hubs across coastal and industrial regions. Expected to attract major private investments and create thousands of green-tech jobs….
National Affairs India’s wetland conservation receives a significant boost as Gogabeel Lake in Katihar district, Bihar is declared the country’s 94th Ramsar site, making it the state’s 6th such designation. Underlining its commitment to biodiversity and international environmental obligations, India thereby strengthens its role in global wetland protection efforts. A major milestone: The designation emphasises…
1. National Affairs The Delhi Government is set to host a grand celebration at the Red Fort on 01.11.2025 to mark the foundation day of Delhi and nine other states (Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Punjab, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh) and four Union Territories (Chandigarh, Lakshadweep, Puducherry, Andaman & Nicobar Islands). The event highlights…
Q1. India’s foreign exchange reserves reached which new milestone in October 2025? A) US $650 billionB) US $700 billionC) US $702.28 billionD) US $710 billionAnswer: ✅ C) US $702.28 billion Q2. The recent surge in India’s forex reserves was mainly due to an increase in which component? A) Foreign currency assetsB) Gold holdingsC) SDRsD) IMF…
1. Economy & Finance The International Monetary Fund (IMF) projects India’s economy to grow at 6.6% in FY 2025. India is pushing strongly towards e-waste recycling under its National Critical Mineral Mission to tap critical minerals via recycling and reduce import dependencies. The European Council approved the new Strategic EU-India Agenda, strengthening political, trade, economic…
1. National Affairs The Uttarakhand AI Impact Summit 2025 was inaugurated in Dehradun (Uttarakhand) by Union MoS Jitin Prasada (MeitY & Commerce & Industry). The event, organised by the Uttarakhand government in collaboration with India AI Mission, showcases AI’s role in governance, entrepreneurship and sustainable development. The summit is a precursor to the India–AI Impact Summit 2026…
1. National Affairs The Govardhan Puja (Annakut) is being observed on 22.10.2025 in many parts of India, marking the day following Diwali and honouring the episode of Lord Krishna lifting Govardhan Hill. Education-related: Schools in several states (including Kerala’s Idukki district and Punjab) are declared holiday on 22.10.2025 due to a mix of festivals (Govardhan Puja,…
National Affairs & Policy Updates Fixed-Fare Pilot for Alliance Air Launched The Government of India has introduced a fixed-fare scheme for Alliance Air on select routes from 13 October to 31 December 2025. The pilot aims to stabilise finances of the state-owned fixed-wing airline and assess its operational viability. BLS International Banned from MEA Tenders…
NATIONAL NEWS UPDATES Bharat Bandh on July 9, 2025 Nationwide strike called by 10 central trade unions and farmer organizations to protest against government policies described as anti-worker and pro-corporate Over 25 crore workers from banking, insurance, postal, coal mining, construction, and state transport sectors expected to participate Major disruptions anticipated in banking services, postal…
National News The Indian Air Force launched “Operation Sindoor,” conducting precision airstrikes on nine terrorist camps inside Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu & Kashmir (PoJK). This was in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 25 Indian and one Nepali tourist. The operation is notable as the first cross-border strike since 1971, targeting major terrorist…
