NATIONAL AFFAIRS Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated VVDN Technologies’s largest state-of-the-art Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Line and Mechanical Innovation Park in Haryana. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) developed indigenous Stelaite Nozzle Divergent for Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV), reducing import costs by 90%. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s book on culture, “Fifth Chapter of Culture,” was…
INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS Trump vs Federal Reserve Controversy: U.S. President Donald Trump (President: United States) criticized Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for not cutting interest rates, threatening to remove him. The Federal Reserve’s benchmark rate stands at 4.25%-4.50%, with Powell defending the Fed’s independence from political pressure. Palestinian Photographer Wins World Press Photo: Palestinian photographer Samar…
National News (India) Justice B.R. Gavai appointed as the 52nd Chief Justice of India (CJI), succeeding Justice Sanjiv Khanna. Prime Minister Narendra Modi (Capital: New Delhi) commemorated Sir Chettur Sankaran Nair on the 106th anniversary of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre for his role in India’s freedom movement. The Supreme Court of India limited the powers…
Which Indian state became the first to implement Scheduled Castes (SC) sub-categorisation for equitable reservation distribution? a) Tamil Nadu b) Telangana c) West Bengal d) Kerala Answer: b) Telangana Who is the current Prime Minister of India as of 16.04.2025? a) Rishi Sunak b) Narendra Modi c) Pedro Sánchez d) Sheikh Hasina Answer: b) Narendra…
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…
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…
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 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…
Current Affairs MCQs: March 24, 2025 Who was sworn in as the first woman president of Namibia on March 23, 2025? a) Kamala Harris b) Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah c) Hillary Clinton d) Tulsi Gabbard Answer: b) Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah Which country’s army recaptured the presidential palace in Khartoum? a) Egypt b) Libya c) Sudan d) Ethiopia Answer:…
National News IndiaAI Mission Partners with Gates Foundation The India AI Mission has joined hands with the Gates Foundation to develop AI solutions for various sectors. The collaboration aims to enhance AI implementation across healthcare, agriculture, and education sectors. Quad Defence Leaders Express Concerns on Indo-Pacific The Quad alliance has raised concerns over China’s increasing…
