National Affairs – India Economic and Financial Developments India’s Economic Growth Trajectory: India is positioned to overtake Japan as the world’s fourth-largest economy by nominal GDP in 2025, with projections showing India at $4,187.02 billion compared to Japan’s $4,186.43 billion IMF Economic Projections: The International Monetary Fund estimates India’s GDP growth at 6.2% in FY26…
Quiz Questions 1. What was India’s FDI inflow in FY 2024-25? A) USD 71.28 billion B) USD 75.50 billion C) USD 81.04 billion D) USD 85.00 billion Answer: C) USD 81.04 billion 2. Which state attracted the highest FDI in 2024-25? A) Karnataka B) Delhi C) Maharashtra D) Tamil Nadu Answer: C) Maharashtra 3. The…
NATIONAL EVENTS Economic and Financial News Record FDI Achievement: India attracted its highest-ever Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflow of USD 81.04 billion in financial year 2024-25, marking a 14% increase from the previous year’s USD 71.28 billion Sectoral Performance: Services sector emerged as the largest FDI recipient with 19% share, followed by computer software and…
National Affairs – 26.05.2025 Political Developments Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a crucial meeting of NDA-ruled state Chief Ministers in New Delhi focusing on Viksit Bharat 2047 vision and various developmental initiatives The 122nd edition of Mann Ki Baat was broadcast where PM Modi addressed the nation on various social and developmental issues NITI Aayog’s…
National Affairs – 24.05.2025 Prime Minister and Government Updates NITI Aayog Governing Council Meeting: Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the 10th Governing Council meeting of NITI Aayog in New Delhi, focusing on the strategy for Viksit Bharat 2047 Key Agenda Items: The meeting discussed industrial development, social inclusion, environmental sustainability, and digital governance initiatives State…
National Affairs Supreme Court Developments Puja Khedkar Bail Case: Supreme Court granted anticipatory bail to former IAS probationer Puja Khedkar in the UPSC cheating case, with Justice B V Nagarathna remarking “she is not a terrorist” and has “lost everything” Bail Conditions: Court imposed cash security of Rs 25,000 with two sureties and directed complete…
National News Prime Minister’s Activities and Announcements PM Narendra Modi inaugurated 103 modernized railway stations across 18 states under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme worth ₹1,100 crore on 22.05.2025 The Prime Minister flagged off the Bikaner-Mumbai Express train from Deshnoke Railway Station in Rajasthan PM Modi laid the foundation stone for railway electrification and roadway…
National Affairs Politics and Governance President Droupadi Murmu invoked Article 143 to seek Supreme Court’s opinion on Governor delays in passing bills. This rare constitutional move aims to address the ongoing friction between state governments and governors regarding bill approvals. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reviewed border security in Srinagar following the recent ceasefire with Pakistan….
National Affairs Governance and Politics India Reaffirms Arunachal Pradesh Status: India strongly condemned China’s attempts to rename places in Arunachal Pradesh, calling these efforts “preposterous” and reaffirming that Arunachal Pradesh is an integral and permanent part of India. New UPSC Chairman: Ajay Kumar, former defense secretary, has been appointed as the new chairman of the…
National Affairs New Chief Justice of India Justice Bhushan Ramakrishna Gavai was sworn in as the 52nd Chief Justice of India on 14.05.2025. He succeeded Justice Sanjiv Khanna after his appointment was confirmed by the Ministry of Law and Justice. Justice Gavai is the first Buddhist to hold the position of CJI and only the…
