Kalma in Islam

The recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, has brought the Kalma into sharp focus. During this tragic event, victims were asked to recite the Kalma to prove their Muslim identity. What is Kalma? The Kalma, also known as ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs

Shenzhou-20 Mission

On April 24, 2025, China will launch its Shenzhou-20 mission, carrying three astronauts to the Tiangong space station. This mission coincides with China’s 10th Space Day, celebrating its achievements in space exploration. The crew will conduct various scientific experiments and ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Non-Tariff Barriers

Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs) have emerged as an issue of contention in US-India trade ties. Recently, US Vice President JD Vance emphasised the need for India to remove these barriers to enhance market access. Definition of Non-Tariff Barriers Non-Tariff Barriers refer ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Quantum Gravity Gradiometer Pathfinder

Scientists are currently developing a Quantum Gravity Gradiometer Pathfinder (QGGPf) that can detect minute variations in gravity from low Earth orbit. These subtle shifts can reveal critical information about subsurface structures, including aquifers and mineral deposits. The implications of this ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: April 24, 2025

11. With reference to the process of sainthood in the Catholic Church, consider the following statements: A person can be canonised as a saint immediately after their death if they were a martyr. The title “Blessed” is granted after the ..

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: April 24, 2025

11. Which organization has released its “World Economic Outlook (WEO): A Critical Juncture Among Policy Shift” report in April 2025? [A] International Monetary Fund (IMF)[B] World Bank[C] United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)[D] Asian Development Bank (ADB) Show Answer Correct Answer: ..

Gonorrhoea

Recent advancements in the treatment of gonorrhoea have emerged with the introduction of a new oral antibiotic, gepotidacin. This drug has shown promising results in clinical trials, effectively combating the increasingly resistant strains of gonorrhoea. Health authorities express concern over ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Nature-Based Solutions for Coastal Cities’ Resilience

The increasing challenges of flooding and climate change have prompted coastal cities like Mangaluru and Chennai to adopt nature-based solutions (NbS). A recent report by the Centre for Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP) advocates for these strategies to ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

“Power Hungry: How AI Will Drive Energy Demand” Report

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into global economies is projected to enhance annual GDP growth by approximately 0.5% from 2025 to 2030. This growth is expected to surpass the costs associated with increased carbon emissions stemming from energy-intensive data ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: April 23, 2025

11. Consider the following potential advantages of the Mk-II(A) Laser-DEW system over conventional kinetic and missile-based weapons: Minimal collateral damage Elimination of dependence on expensive ammunition Capacity to engage multiple targets simultaneously Enhanced lethality through high-energy microwaves Which of the ..