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National Manufacturing Mission

The Government of India has initiated the National Manufacturing Mission to enhance the Make in India initiative. Announced during the Union Budget of 2025, this mission aims to increase manufacturing’s contribution to India’s GDP. Currently, manufacturing accounts for 16-17% of ..

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Madhya Pradesh’s Biofuel Initiative

Recently, the Madhya Pradesh government launched the ‘Scheme for Implementation of Biofuel Projects in Madhya Pradesh’ under its Renewable Energy Policy. This initiative aims to position the state as a leader in biofuel production. It leverages the state’s agricultural strength ..

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Kartarpur Corridor

The Kartarpur Corridor is religious and cultural link between India and Pakistan. It connects the Darbar Sahib Gurdwara in Narowal, Pakistan, to the Dera Baba Nanak shrine in Gurdaspur. This corridor was inaugurated on November 9, 2019, to celebrate the ..

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Rafale-Marine Fighter Jet

India has recently finalised defence deal with France, worth ₹63,000 crore, to procure 26 Rafale-Marine fighter jets for its Navy. The deal includes 22 single-seater jets for carrier operations and four twin-seater trainer jets. Deliveries are expected to begin in ..

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Ayushman Vay Vandana Scheme

The Ayushman Vay Vandana scheme was launched by the Delhi government to provide comprehensive healthcare coverage for senior citizens aged 70 and above. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated the scheme alongside Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri. The scheme offers free ..

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India Expands Claim in Central Arabian Sea

India has recently increased its maritime claim in the central Arabian Sea by nearly 10,000 square kilometres. This move is part of India’s strategy to establish an extended continental shelf. The claim was submitted to the United Nations, modifying an ..

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Global Alliance for National Human Rights Institutions

Recently, the Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI) recommended downgrading India’s National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) from ‘A’ status to ‘B’ status. This decision arose from concerns about the NHRC’s independence and effectiveness in addressing human rights violations. ..

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NASA’s EZIE Mission

The Electrojet Zeeman Imaging Explorer (EZIE) mission, launched in March 2025, aims to investigate the auroral electrojet phenomena. These electrical currents, located 60 to 90 miles above the poles, connect the auroras to Earth’s magnetosphere. The mission consists of three ..

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NMCG Receives Tax Exemption

The National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) has recently received tax exemptions from the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT). This decision allows NMCG to be recognised as an authority under clause 46A of section 10 of the Income Tax ..

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UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: April 29, 2025

1. Consider the following objectives of the Kerala’s digital PLA initiative: Reducing physical dependency on legal centres Promoting inclusivity in the judicial process Enhancing criminal justice efficiency Lowering cost of legal access for rural citizens Which of the above objectives ..