Sixth round of India’s Remittances Survey 2023-24: Sixth round of India’s Remittances Survey 2023-24 by RBI shows that the US, UK, Singapore, Canada and Australia together accounted for more than half of remittances into India.India has consistently received the highest remittance over the years, with the money doubling from $55.6 billion in 2010-11 to $118.7 […]
Day: March 26, 2025
Report on Forest Diversion
Report on Forest Diversion: The Union Environment Ministry informed Lok Sabha that between 2014-15 and 2023-24, a total of 1,73,396.87 hectares of forest land has been diverted for non-forestry purposes, including infrastructure projects, under the Van (Sanrakshan Evam Samvardhan) Adhiniyam, 1980. Total Diversion (2014-15 to 2023-24): 1,73,396.87 hectares of forest land diverted for non-forestry activities, […]
Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture
Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture: The 20th meeting of the Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (CGRFA-20) has commenced in Rome, where global leaders will discuss strategies for conserving plant and forest genetic resources and release two major global reports.A permanent intergovernmental body that focuses on conserving and sustainably using […]
In-House Judicial Enquiry
In-House Judicial Enquiry: Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna has formed a three-member in-house inquiry panel to investigate allegations of cash recovery from the residence of Delhi High Court Judge Yashwant Varma.An internal mechanism to examine complaints against sitting High Court or Supreme Court judges for misconduct not meeting the threshold of impeachment. Established by […]
Uttarakhand Government Plans Ganga and Sharda River Corridors to Boost Religious Tourism
Uttarakhand Government Plans Ganga and Sharda River Corridors to Boost Religious Tourism: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has announced the development of corridors along the sacred Ganga and Sharda rivers to enhance religious tourism in the state. The initiative aims to improve infrastructure and facilities for pilgrims while preserving the state’s cultural and spiritual […]
Supreme Court Establishes National Task Force for Student Mental Health Concerns
Supreme Court Establishes National Task Force for Student Mental Health Concerns: The Supreme Court has set up a National Task Force (NTF) to address student mental health concerns. The court highlighted the need for a comprehensive and effective framework to tackle factors contributing to such incidents. The decision follows the tragic deaths of two IIT […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 25th March 2025
Today’s Current Affairs: 25th March 2025 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Black Sea
Black Sea: US-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia on Ukraine war and Black Sea ceasefire US and Russian officials are engaged in diplomatic talks in Saudi Arabia to advance a broader ceasefire in Ukraine and negotiate a Black Sea maritime ceasefire. US President Donald Trump has intensified efforts to broker peace, holding prior discussions with Ukrainian […]
Vikramshila University : In News
Vikramshila University: In News A decade after Nalanda University came up in the foothills of Rajgir, work is on to revive another ancient centre of learning in Bihar — Vikramshila. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is currently developing the ancient site of Vikramshila University to boost tourism. The Bihar government has identified 202.14 acres […]
DNA fingerprinting
DNA fingerprinting: DNA polymorphisms, through STR analysis and PCR, enable forensic breakthroughs in justice (exonerations, crime-solving) and historical revelations via ancient DNA extraction. DNA fingerprints are widely used in forensic science, ancestry tracing, and biological research. A DNA fingerprint is a unique genetic profile based on STR variations. It is created using Capillary Electrophoresis: DNA […]
