Pohela Boishakh

Pohela Boishakh, also known as Bengali New Year, is a celebration marking the first day of the traditional Bengali calendar. Recently, it will be observed on April 15, welcoming the year 1432. The celebration is rooted in the astronomical event ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs

Signet Ring Cell Carcinoma

Signet ring cell carcinoma (SRCC) is a rare and aggressive form of cancer primarily affecting the gastrointestinal tract, particularly the stomach. This cancer is characterised by its distinct cell appearance, resembling a signet ring under a microscope. Despite being a ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Israel Captures Morag Axis

The ongoing conflict in Gaza has intensified with Israel’s military announcing the capture of the Morag axis. This strategic corridor is crucial for controlling southern Gaza. The move links routes along the Egyptian border. The military’s actions have led to ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: April 15, 2025

11. Consider the following statements: Statement-I: Sporosarcina pasteurii is a bacterium that can enhance the strength of bricks made from lunar soil. Statement-II: This bacterium is capable of converting urea and calcium into calcium carbonate crystals, which help bind soil ..

Telangana Implements Scheduled Castes Sub-Categorisation Act

On April 14, 2025, Telangana became the first state of India to implement the Scheduled Castes (SC) sub-categorisation. This landmark decision follows the passing of the Telangana Scheduled Castes (Rationalisation of Reservations) Act 2025. The Act aims to divide the ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Type 5 Diabetes

Recently, the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) acknowledged Type 5 diabetes as a distinct health condition during the World Diabetes Congress held in Bangkok. The condition, primarily affecting malnourished individuals, had remained largely unrecognised despite its global impact. About Type 5 ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: April 15, 2025

11. Which institution has developed India’s first automated bat monitoring system called BatEchoMon? [A] Indian Institute for Human Settlements (IIHS), Bengaluru[B] Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kanpur[C] Indian Institute of Science (IISc)[D] Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Roorkee Show Answer ..

Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action

The intersection of gender equality and climate change is a pressing issue in India. As we mark 30 years since the Beijing Declaration, gaps remain in implementing policies that promote gender equality. Rural women face unique challenges due to climate ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Climate Change Impact on Water Cycle in India

Recent studies indicate that climate change will affect the water cycle in the southern Western Ghats and surrounding coastal regions of India. Researchers predict a dramatic rise in rainfall and extreme weather events due to increasing temperatures. This research marks ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Mugger Crocodile Conservation Efforts in Tamil Nadu

Recent studies by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department are focusing on mapping the population of mugger crocodiles. These efforts aim to reduce human-crocodile conflicts in the Cauvery delta. The mugger crocodile, or marsh crocodile (Crocodylus palustris), is the most widespread ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs