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….
International News Global Trade Tariffs by Donald Trump U.S. President Donald Trump announced sweeping tariffs, including a 10% blanket tariff on all imported goods and country-specific tariffs like 54% on China. This move is expected to trigger global economic uncertainty and protectionism. (Capital: Washington D.C.) Myanmar Earthquake Relief Efforts Myanmar’s ruling military junta declared a…
International News Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Proposal Israel has proposed a 50-day ceasefire deal to Hamas, offering the release of half the live and deceased hostages held in Gaza. This follows Israel’s rejection of a previous mediator-backed offer involving only five hostages. Reports suggest harsh conditions for Palestinian prisoners in Israeli custody. US-Ukrainian Rare Earth Deal Conflict…
MCQs What was the magnitude of the earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 29, 2025? a) 6.5 b) 7.7 c) 8.0 d) 7.2 Answer: b) 7.7 Which operation did India launch to provide medical aid to Myanmar after the earthquake? a) Operation Maitri b) Operation Brahma c) Operation Suraksha d) Operation Samudra Setu Answer: b)…
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…
MCQs Which country experienced a factory explosion in Izmir, resulting in one fatality and four injuries? a) Turkey b) Yemen c) South Sudan d) India Answer: a) Turkey Who inaugurated Techkriti 2025 at IIT Kanpur under the theme “Panta Rhei”? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan c) Union…
International News Explosion in Turkey: A factory explosion in Izmir, Turkey, resulted in one fatality and four injuries. The cause of the explosion is under investigation. (Capital: Ankara; President: Recep Tayyip Erdoğan) U.S. Airstrikes in Yemen: U.S. military airstrikes in Saada Governorate, Yemen, killed one person and injured four others as part of ongoing operations…
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…
