Current Affairs

World Lion Day

Context: Despite the South African government’s decision to phase out and eventually close the lion farming industry, a new study...

World Biofuel Day

Context: Biofuels have gained attention in recent years due to a number of factors, such as rising concerns about climate...

New Line Projects Across Indian Railways

Context: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved eight projects from the Ministry...

Places in News: New Zealand

Context: The Indian President and New Zealand’s Prime Minister reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties, focusing on education, trade,...

PM-PRANAM

Context: PM-PRANAM aims to complement efforts initiated by States/UTs to save the health of Mother Earth by promoting sustainable and...

Battle of Kolachel

Context: The battle took place on August 10, 1741, in the town of Colachel, Kerala.   About: The Battle of...

Vinesh Phogat’s Olympics Disqualification

Context: Wrestler Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from the Paris Olympics after failing the second weigh-in before her scheduled gold medal...

Hidden Genes: A New Frontier in Genetics

Context: A new study by Columbia researchers reveals that bacteria can create free-floating and temporary genes, suggesting that similar genes...

India- New Zealand

Context: The President of India Droupadi Murmu’s recent visit to New Zealand has resulted in several significant outcomes aimed at...

India and Mauritius to Enhance Bilateral Cooperation in Personnel Management and Governance

Context: During his visit to Mauritius on July 16-17, 2024, India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr S. Jaishankar, proposed capacity-building programs for...

Antarctica’s Deep-Winter Heatwave

Context: For the second consecutive year, Antarctica is experiencing a record-breaking heatwave during its winter season, with average ground temperatures...

A Moment for Just Transition 

Context: In April 2024, in MK Ranjitsinh and Others vs Union of India, the Supreme Court of India recognised a...

DNA Profiling and Justice System

Context: In mid-June, the Madras High Court examined, in detail, the wisdom of relying on DNA evidence alone to establish...

Nalganga-Wainganga Rivers Linking Project

Context: The Maharashtra cabinet recently cleared the Nalganga-Wainganga river linking project, dubbed among the biggest in the country.    ...

Places in News: Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve

Context: The Chhattisgarh government has announced the creation of a new tiger reserve encompassing parts of Guru Ghasidas National Park...