The Impact of Genetically Modified Crops

Genetically Modified (GM) crops have transformed agriculture since their introduction. They are engineered to enhance certain traits such as pest resistance and herbicide tolerance. However, their impact has been complex and often paradoxical. Development of GM Crops GM crops are ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Agriculture Current Affairs

Garia Puja

Garia Puja is an important festival celebrated in Tripura on April 21 each year. This seven-day celebration honours the deity Garia, a symbol of prosperity and well-being. The festival has grown from its tribal roots to become a unifying event ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs

Mission Anveshan

The Central Government is considering extending Mission Anveshan. This initiative incentivises seismic surveys to map oil and gas deposits. Launched in fiscal year 2025, the programme aims to boost energy security by identifying new reserves. The scheme is set to ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

RBI’s New LCR Guidelines

Recently, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released the final guidelines for the Basel III Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR). These rules are more relaxed compared to the earlier draft shared in July 2024. New LCR rules will be effective from ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

MAHASAGAR Initiative

India’s maritime strategy has evolved in recent years, particularly with the introduction of the Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth for All in the Region (MAHASAGAR) initiative. This strategic framework aims to enhance regional maritime security and cooperation, ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Davis Strait Proto-Microcontinent

Recently, scientists from the UK and Sweden revealed geological discovery beneath the icy waters of the Davis Strait. This area, which separates Canada’s Baffin Island from Greenland, revealed a previously hidden landmass named the Davis Strait proto-microcontinent. This ancient crustal ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

EVolutionS Programme

The Department of Science and Technology (DST) in India has launched the ‘Electric Vehicle Solutions led by Startups (EVolutionS)’ programme. This initiative aims to boost the manufacturing of electric vehicle (EV) components within the country. The focus is on assisting ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: April 22, 2025

41. Consider the following components of Marginal Cost of Funds-Based Lending Rate (MCLR): Marginal cost of funds Cash reserve ratio (CRR) requirement impact Operating costs Tenor premium Which of the above statements is / are correct components of MCLR? [A] ..

HKH Snow Update Report 2025

The HKH Snow Update Report 2025 was released by the Kathmandu-based International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD). It revealed that all three major river basins in the Indian Subcontinent are witnessing highest declines in ‘snow persistence’. This decline threatens ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: April 22, 2025

41. Which country is the host of Exercise Desert Flag-10? [A] Japan[B] United States[C] India[D] United Arab Emirates (UAE) Show Answer Correct Answer: D [United Arab Emirates (UAE)] Notes:The Indian Air Force (IAF) is taking part in Exercise Desert Flag-10 ..