Kumbakonam Betel Leaf and Thovalai Flower Garland Receive GI Tag: The Kumbakonam betel leaf of Thanjavur and the Thovalai flower garland of Kanyakumari have been granted Geographical Indication (GI) Tags by the Government of India. This recognition brings the total number of GI products from Tamil Nadu to 62. The announcement was made after a […]
Month: April 2025
IIT Madras Pravartak Completes Training of First Batch of Cyber Commandos
IIT Madras Pravartak Completes Training of First Batch of Cyber Commandos: Amid the growing threat of cybercrime, the IIT Madras Pravartak Technologies Foundation has successfully completed training the first batch of Cyber Commandos on April 1, 2025. This specialized initiative aims to equip law enforcement officers across India with advanced cybersecurity techniques to combat evolving […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 2nd April 2025
Today’s Current Affairs: 2nd April 2025 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Alzheimer’s : New Drug Found
Alzheimer’s : New Drug Found A new drug, Gantenerumab, shows promise in slowing early-onset Alzheimer’s while significantly reducing amyloid plaque buildup, a key marker of the disease. Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that primarily affects memory, thinking, and reasoning abilities. It is the most common cause of dementia, accounting for 60-80% of all […]
Sarhul Festival
Sarhul Festival: The Sarhul Festival, celebrated by adivasi communities in Jharkhand and the Chhotanagpur region, marks the arrival of spring and the new year. Sarhul means “worship of the Sal tree” and signifies the union of the Sun and the Earth, which is essential for life. The Sal tree is considered sacred, believed to be […]
INIOCHOS-25
INIOCHOS-25: Aiming to hone skills against a dozen other counterparts, including the US, Israel, and France, the Indian Air Force (IAF) will be participating in biennial multinational air exercise INIOCHOS-25. INIOCHOS is a biennial multinational air exercise hosted by Greece’s Hellenic Air Force. It serves as a platform for air forces to hone their skills, […]
India’s GST Collections Surge 9.9% YoY in March 2025
India’s GST Collections Surge 9.9% YoY in March 2025: India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections witnessed a strong growth of 9.9% year-on-year (YoY) in March 2025, reaching Rs 1.96 lakh crore. This marks a significant rise in indirect tax revenue, reflecting steady economic activity and increased compliance. The gross GST collection for March stood […]
Parbati-II Hydroelectric Project
Parbati-II Hydroelectric Project: The Parbati Hydroelectric Project (Stage II) is a run-of-the-river project under construction in Sainj, Kullu, Himachal Pradesh. It proposed to harness the hydro potential of the lower reaches of the Parbati River (major tributary of the Beas River). The river is proposed to be diverted with a concrete gravity dam at Village […]
Energy Statistics India 2025
Energy Statistics India 2025: The National Statistics Office (NSO) released the Energy Statistics India 2025, detailing energy production, consumption, and import trends for FY 2023–24. The data shows India’s strong energy recovery post-COVID and reflects efforts toward Viksit Bharat 2047 vision. Primary Energy Supply rose by 7.8%, reaching 9,03,158 KToE, showcasing resilience and recovery. Coal […]
P4 Initiative
P4 Initiative: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister launched the P4 Bangaru Kutumbam-Margadarsi initiative in Velagapudi on Ugadi. The initiative aims to uplift underprivileged communities through a collaborative governance model involving public, private, and citizen partnerships. P4 stands for Public-Private-People Partnership, a mission mode initiative for social and economic transformation. Aim is to eradicate poverty and elevate […]
