Coral Bleaching in Australian Coral Reefs: Australia’s Ningaloo Reef and Great Barrier Reef are experiencing its worst mass-coral bleaching due to prolonged marine heat waves due to climate change.Coral Bleaching is the loss of coral color (turning white) due to environmental stress, mainly rising sea temperatures, causing corals to expel symbiotic algae (zooxanthellae) that provide […]
Month: April 2025
Postage Stamp on Mata Karma Bai
Postage Stamp on Mata Karma Bai: The Department of Posts released a commemorative postage stamp on Mata Karma’s 1009th birth anniversary. Mata Karma Bai was a 11th century saint and Krishna devotee, born in 1017 AD in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh. She is revered for her unwavering devotion and is best known for offering khichdi to […]
Keeranatham Village Panchayat Model to Counter Plastic Waste
Keeranatham Village Panchayat Model to Counter Plastic Waste: Keeranatham Village Panchayat in Coimbatore has launched a unique plastic eradication campaign offering ₹10 per kg for collected plastic waste.Keeranatham Village Panchayat Model to Counter Plastic Waste grassroots-level campaign that rewards citizens for collecting and depositing plastic waste at the panchayat office. Residents are encouraged to bring […]
Saturn and the Discovery of Its New Moons
Saturn and the Discovery of Its New Moons: Astronomers have discovered 128 new moons orbiting Saturn, taking the planet’s total confirmed moon count to 274 — the highest for any planet in the solar system. A team of astronomers identified 128 new moons around Saturn using the Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope with the “shift and stack” technique. […]
EY Report Projects 6.5% Growth in FY26 For India
EY Report Projects 6.5% Growth in FY26 For India: The latest EY Economy Watch report projects India’s GDP growth at 6.5% for FY26 (April 2025 – March 2026), emphasizing the importance of a well-calibrated fiscal strategy that balances economic expansion and fiscal prudence. The report highlights the need for increased government investment in human capital […]
Vandana Katariya Retires from International Hockey at the Peak of Her Career
Vandana Katariya Retires from International Hockey at the Peak of Her Career: Indian women’s hockey stalwart Vandana Katariya announced her retirement from international hockey on April 2, 2025. The veteran striker, who holds the record for the most international caps in Indian women’s hockey history, stated that she is stepping away at the “zenith” of […]
Sivasubramanian Ramann Appointed as New Chairperson of PFRDA
Sivasubramanian Ramann Appointed as New Chairperson of PFRDA: The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the appointment of Sivasubramanian Ramann as the new Chairperson of the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) for a tenure of five years. Ramann, who currently serves as the Deputy Comptroller & Auditor General (CAG) and Chief […]
Poonam Gupta Appointed as RBI Deputy Governor Ahead of MPC Meeting
Poonam Gupta Appointed as RBI Deputy Governor Ahead of MPC Meeting: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has appointed Poonam Gupta as its new Deputy Governor, succeeding Michael Patra. Her appointment comes just before the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, scheduled for April 7-9, 2025. With her vast experience in macroeconomic policy, international financial institutions, […]
Rajnigandha Achievers Winner Of Aditya Birla Memorial Polo Cup 2025
Rajnigandha Achievers Winner Of Aditya Birla Memorial Polo Cup 2025: The Aditya Birla Memorial Polo Cup 2025 culminated in a thrilling final, with the Rajnigandha Achievers emerging victorious against Jindal Panther. The match, held in New Delhi, was a gripping contest that kept spectators on the edge of their seats. This prestigious tournament, honoring the […]
Swaminathan S. Iyer Appointed as Whole-Time Member (Life) of IRDAI
Swaminathan S. Iyer Appointed as Whole-Time Member (Life) of IRDAI: The Government of India has approved the appointment of Swaminathan S. Iyer as a whole-time member (life) of the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI). This appointment has significant implications for the insurance sector, as the IRDAI plays a critical role in regulating […]
