Current affairs

Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME)

Context: The Economic Survey highlighted areas for MSME growth. The Union government has notified significant revisions to turnover and investment criteria for classifying MSMEs that will take effect from April 1. Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Regulatory Framework: MSMEs...

Places in News for UPSC 2025 for Prelims and Mains Exam

As the UPSC Civil Services Examination approaches, staying updated on current events and places in the news becomes crucial for aspirants. Understanding the geographical, cultural, and political significance of various locations can enhance your answers in both the Prelims and...

Anti Dumping Duty, Goals, Legality and Examples

Context: To protect domestic manufacturers from cheap imports, India has imposed anti-dumping duties on five products imported from China. What is Anti Dumping Duty? Anti dumping duty is a protectionist tariff imposed by a country on foreign imports that are...

Shaheed Diwas 2025: History, Significance, and Observance in India

Shaheed Diwas, also known as Martyrs' Day, is observed in India to honor the sacrifice of freedom fighters who laid down their lives for the nation. In India, Shaheed Diwas is commemorated on multiple dates, but the most significant one...

World TB Day 2025: Theme, History and Significance

World Tuberculosis (TB) Day is observed every year on March 24 to raise awareness about tuberculosis, one of the deadliest infectious diseases in the world. Despite being preventable and curable, TB continues to claim millions of lives each year. World...

APAAR ID (Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry) for School Students

Context: Parents and activists fear that opting out of the Education Ministry’s APAAR ID for school students could become nearly impossible, despite enrolment being officially voluntary. About APAAR ID Initiative By: Ministry of Education. Introduced Under: National Education Policy (NEP)...

Nowruz 2025 Persian New Year Festival

Nowruz, also known as the Persian New Year, is one of the oldest and most culturally significant celebrations in the world. Marking the arrival of spring and symbolizing renewal and rebirth, Nowruz is observed by over 300 million people worldwide....

Bihar Diwas 2025: Celebrating 113 Years of Bihar’s Glorious Legacy

Bihar Diwas, also known as Bihar Day, is celebrated every year on March 22 to mark the foundation of the state of Bihar in 1912. This day is of great significance as it commemorates the separation of Bihar from the...

World Happiness Report 2025, India’s Rank at 118th Place

Context: The World Happiness Report 2025 was recently published by the Wellbeing Research Centre at the University of Oxford. World Happiness Report 2025 Highlights It is an annual report published by the University of Oxford’s Wellbeing Research Centre in partnership...

Dark Oxygen and Deep Sea Mining

Context: A study published in Nature Geoscience has ignited a debate among scientists about the potential production of oxygen in the deep sea without the need for sunlight. What is Dark Oxygen? "Dark oxygen" refers to oxygen found in deep...