Today’s Current Affairs: 17th March 2025 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Day: March 17, 2025
Supersolid : Study
Supersolid : Study Researchers have successfully turned light into a “supersolid” for the first time ever. Supersolids are a strange state of matter defined by quantum mechanics where particles condense into an orderly, crystalline solid but also move like a liquid that has no viscosity. Usually, solids don’t move on their own, but supersolids change […]
Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission
Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission: The Delhi government is set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare to implement the Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM). It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) with certain Central Sector Components which has total outlay of […]
Pilibhit Tiger Reserve : New sanctuary
Pilibhit Tiger Reserve : New sanctuary Pilibhit Tiger Reserve (PTR) is set to become a new sanctuary for rhinos from Nepal, as efforts to establish a permanent habitat for the visiting pachyderms gain momentum. It is situated in the Pilibhit district of Uttar Pradesh, forming part of the Terai Arc Landscape, in the upper Gangetic […]
Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry (APAAR) ID
Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry (APAAR) ID: Parents and activists worry that the Ministry of Education’s Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry (APAAR) ID for school students could become near impossible to opt out from, even though the programme is supposed to be voluntary. It is a specialized identification system designed for all students in India. […]
UN80 Initiative
UN80 Initiative: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres launched the UN80 Initiative to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness within the United Nations as it faces financial and operational challenges. A reform strategy to boost efficiency and reduce costs within the United Nations. Launched on the 80th anniversary of the UN by Secretary-General Antonio Guterres. Aim is to Improve […]
Ashwini Radar
Ashwini Radar: The Union Ministry of Defence (MoD) recently signed a ₹2,906 crore contract with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Ghaziabad for the procurement of Low-level Transportable Radar, LLTR (Ashwini). LLTR (Ashwini) is active electronically scanned phased array radar based on state-of-the-art solid-state technology. It is capable of tracking aerial targets from high-speed fighter aircraft to […]
India-Mauritius Relations
India-Mauritius Relations: During the Prime Minister (PM) of India’s visit to Mauritius, both nations signed multiple agreements on trade, maritime security, and defense, emphasizing regional cooperation and elevating their ties to an enhanced strategic partnership.PM also received the highest national award of Mauritius, the ‘Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of […]
Mycelium Bricks : Innovative Research
Mycelium Bricks : Innovative Research Ongoing climate change, the construction industry is seeking low-carbon alternatives, and mycelium bricks have emerged as a promising innovation. Mycelium Bricks created from fungal spores, husk, and sawdust, mycelium bricks form a lightweight, fibrous structure with a low environmental impact compared to traditional fired clay bricks, which emit nearly 300 […]
PM-YUVA 3.0
PM-YUVA 3.0: The Ministry of Education launched PM-YUVA 3.0 (Young, Upcoming and Versatile Authors)-Prime Minister’s Scheme for Mentoring Young Authors. It aims to train young authors (below 30 years) to promote reading, writing, and book culture while projecting Indian literature globally. Themes: Contribution of Indian Diaspora in Nation Building Indian Knowledge System Makers of Modern […]
