Dr. Ambrish Mithal Conferred with the Prestigious IOF 2025 CSA Medal of Achievement: Dr. Ambrish Mithal, a renowned Indian endocrinologist, has been honored with the 2025 Committee of Scientific Advisors (CSA) Medal of Achievement by the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) for his exceptional contributions to osteoporosis research. The award was presented to Dr. Mithal at […]
James Anderson Awarded Knighthood Honour
James Anderson Awarded Knighthood Honour: James Anderson, England’s legendary fast bowler, has been awarded a knighthood in the resignation honours list of former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, announced on April 11, 2025. Known for his remarkable longevity and record-breaking performances, Anderson retired from international cricket in 2024, leaving an unmatched legacy in Test bowling
Jallianwala Bagh Massacre 1919 A Tragic Event in Indian History
Jallianwala Bagh Massacre 1919 A Tragic Event in Indian History: The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre of 1919 is one of the most pivotal and tragic events in the history of India’s struggle for independence. On April 13, 1919, British troops under the command of General Reginald Dyer opened fire on an unarmed crowd of Indian civilians, […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 11th April 2025
Today’s Current Affairs: 11th April 2025 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
India’s Presidential Visit to Portugal and Slovakia
India’s Presidential Visit to Portugal and Slovakia: The President’s visit to Portugal and Slovakia represents a significant step in India’s foreign diplomacy, especially concerning strengthening engagement with Europe. Portugal is the westernmost country in continental Europe, situated on the western edge of the Iberian Peninsula. It is bordered by Spain on the north and east, […]
Registrar General of India : Caution To Government And Private Hospitals
Registrar General of India : Caution To Government And Private Hospitals The Registrar General of India (RGI) has recently issued a strong caution to both government and private hospitals across the country for failing to comply with legal requirements concerning the timely reporting of births and deaths. In 1949, the Government of India established a […]
Governor’s Assent to Bills
Governor’s Assent to Bills: Supreme Court fixes timeline for Governor’s assent on State bills The Supreme Court of India in a landmark verdict reprimanded Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi for withholding assent or delaying action on 10 state bills, which were re-presented by the state legislature. The Governor had reserved these bills for the President’s […]
Naval Exercise INDRA-2025
Naval Exercise INDRA-2025: The 14th edition of the bilateral naval exercise INDRA-2025 between India and Russia was conducted in Chennai. INDRA 2025 was held in 2 phases: Harbour Phase in Chennai, featuring expert exchanges, ship visits and sports. Sea Phase in the Bay of Bengal, with advanced drills like tactical manoeuvres, anti-air operations and helicopter […]
India-Bangladesh Transshipment Facility
India-Bangladesh Transshipment Facility: India revoked the 2020 transshipment facility allowing Bangladesh to use its territory for third-country exports, citing logistical and strategic concerns. The move has significant implications for trade and regional diplomacy. India allowed Bangladesh to use its Land Customs Stations (LCSs) and ports to send export cargo to third countries like Nepal, Bhutan, […]
UN report – Trends in Maternal Mortality 2000–2023
UN report – Trends in Maternal Mortality 2000–2023: A new UN report titled ‘Trends in Maternal Mortality 2000–2023’ ranks India second globally in maternal deaths, reporting 19,000 fatalities in 2023 — 52 maternal deaths per day, only behind Nigeria. Key Findings of the UN Report – ‘Trends in Maternal Mortality 2000–2023’: India, with 19,000 maternal […]
