Overseas Citizen of India : In News The Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation launched the new Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) Portal in New Delhi recently. The Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) Scheme was introduced by amending the Citizenship Act, 1955, in August 2005. The Central Government may, subject to such conditions and […]
Udanti Sitanadi Tiger Reserve
Udanti Sitanadi Tiger Reserve: Recent camera trap images from Chhattisgarh’s Udanti Sitanadi Tiger Reserve (USTR) have captured a promising resurgence in wildlife activity, showing extensive use of the forest by carnivores, herbivores, and omnivores alike. Udanti Sitanadi Tiger Reserve is located in the Gariaband and Dhamtari Districts of Chhattisgarh. It was established by joining the […]
Directorate General of Foreign Trade
Directorate General of Foreign Trade: The Government of India has updated its import policy for gold and silver to align customs tariffs with trade regulations, as notified by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT). The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) is an attached office of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. It is […]
Shirui Lily Festival
Shirui Lily Festival: The 2025 edition of the festival was held after a two-year gap, caused by ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities in Manipur.The Shirui Lily Festival is a five-day cultural and ecological festival held in the Ukhrul district of Manipur, which is dominated by the Tangkhul Naga tribe.The festival celebrates the […]
World Day for Cultural Diversity
World Day for Cultural Diversity: World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development, observed every year on May 21, is a global celebration recognizing the richness of the world’s cultures and the vital role intercultural dialogue plays in achieving peace and sustainable development. Established by the United Nations following the Universal Declaration on Cultural […]
Spain and Liverpool Legend Pepe Reina to Retire at 42
Spain and Liverpool Legend Pepe Reina to Retire at 42: Former Spain and Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina has officially announced that he will retire from professional football at the end of the 2024–25 season. Currently playing for Como in Serie A, the 42-year-old will conclude a remarkable career that has spanned over two decades and […]
National Anti-Terrorism Day 2025
National Anti-Terrorism Day 2025: India observes National Anti-Terrorism Day every year on May 21 to commemorate the death anniversary of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi. This day serves as a reminder of the catastrophic consequences of terrorism and violence, urging people to maintain peace, harmony, and unity in society. The observance also reflects India’s unwavering […]
Indian writer and activist Banu Mushtaq has etched her name in history by securing the 2025 International Booker Prize
Indian writer and activist Banu Mushtaq has etched her name in history by securing the 2025 International Booker Prize: Indian author, lawyer, and activist Banu Mushtaq has made literary history by winning the International Booker Prize 2025 for her short story anthology, Heart Lamp. The award marks the first time a Kannada-language work has received […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 20th May 2025
Today’s Current Affairs: 20th May 2025 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
World Food Prize 2025
World Food Prize 2025: Brazilian scientist Mariangela Hungria recently won the 2025 World Food Prize for her pioneering work in reducing the use of chemical fertilisers and developing biological seed and soil treatments to boost crop yields and nutrition. Brazilian microbiologist Mariangela Hungria is the winner of the 2025 World Food Prize for her work […]
