National News (India) Supreme Court Sets Deadline for Presidential Assent on State Bills The Supreme Court of India has mandated a three-month deadline for the President to decide on state bills reserved by the Governor, ending legislative uncertainty and reinforcing federalism. The judgment clarifies that indefinite delays are unconstitutional and the President cannot exercise an…
1. Who is the current Prime Minister of India as of April 2025? A) Amit Shah B) Narendra Modi C) Rahul Gandhi D) Arvind Kejriwal Answer: B) Narendra Modi 2. Ambedkar Jayanti is celebrated in India to honor the birth anniversary of which prominent leader? A) Mahatma Gandhi B) Jawaharlal Nehru C) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar…
National News (India) Ambedkar Jayanti Observed Nationwide India celebrated Ambedkar Jayanti on 14 April 2025, marking the birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the chief architect of the Indian Constitution. The day was observed as a public holiday in several states, with banks closed in major cities. Large gatherings and processions were held to honor…
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) National Safe Motherhood Day Observed India celebrated National Safe Motherhood Day to promote maternal healthcare services. The day coincides with the birthday of Kasturba Gandhi. ₹1600 Crore IoT-Based Irrigation Plan Approved The Indian government approved a significant plan to enhance water systems for farming using IoT technology. Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Announces…
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…
International News 4th Antalya Diplomacy Forum to Begin The 4th Antalya Diplomacy Forum (ADF 2025) will be held from April 11-13 in Antalya, Turkey. Theme: Reclaiming Diplomacy in a Fragmented World. Hosted by Turkish Foreign Ministry under the patronage of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan (Capital: Ankara). Focus areas include climate change, counterterrorism, digitization, and food…
International News Iran Nuclear Talks: Iran agreed to “high-level” indirect talks with the United States in Oman on April 12, led by Iranian Foreign Affairs Minister Abbas Araghchi and US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff. The discussions will focus on limiting Iran’s uranium enrichment and missile programs. (Capital: Tehran, President: Ebrahim Raisi). Trump’s Tariff Ultimatum: US…
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…
National News Parliament Passes Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025 The bill aims to improve the management of Waqf properties. It was passed after extensive debates in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. Veteran Actor Manoj Kumar Passes Away Manoj Kumar, renowned for his patriotic films, died at the age of 87 due to a heart attack….
