The Banking Laws (Amendment) Act, 2025 came into effect on 1 August 2025. This act introduces key reforms across five major banking legislations. It aims to improve governance,...
The European Commission introduced a new fast-track Schengen visa system for Indian travellers. This “cascade” system rewards applicants with a clean visa history by offering long-term, multiple-entry visas....
The Indian Army launched Operation Shiv Shakti in the Poonch sector of Jammu and Kashmir. The operation successfully eliminated two terrorists attempting infiltration across the Line of Control...
161. Where was the world’s smallest known snake, threadsnake, rediscovered after 20 years? [A] Barbados[B] Guyana[C] Colombia[D] Cuba Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Barbados] Notes:Recently, the Barbados threadsnake,...
India’s digital payments ecosystem has witnessed leap in 2025. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced that its Digital Payments Index (RBI-DPI) reached 493.22 in March 2025. This...
The year 2023 witnessed marine heat waves (MHWs) of unprecedented scale and intensity. Covering 96 per cent of the global ocean surface, these events lasted four times longer...
Recent studies reveal that human actions are the main cause of increasing heat waves across Africa. The rise in greenhouse gas emissions, deforestation, and urbanisation have intensified these...
The NISAR satellite, a joint mission by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the United States’ National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), was successfully launched in 2025....
India is rapidly advancing its artificial intelligence capabilities through the IndiaAI mission. The government is focused on making AI accessible and accountable for real-world applications. This initiative aligns...
Flooding remains a critical global hazard in 2025, affecting billions annually. A recent study using satellite data reveals that informal settlements, especially in low- and middle-income countries, face...
