Daily Current Affairs Quiz: May 2, 2025

21. SeaCURE Project is an initiative of which country? [A] India[B] United States[C] Japan[D] United Kingdom Show Answer Correct Answer: D [United Kingdom] Notes:A new project called SeaCURE has begun on the south coast of England to remove carbon dioxide ..

Supreme Court’s Limited Powers on Arbitral Awards

In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court of India clarified the extent of judicial powers regarding arbitral awards under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. A Constitution Bench, led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, held that appellate courts possess limited ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Mango Production Trends Amid Climate Change Challenges

Mangoes, a beloved fruit in India, face challenges due to rising temperatures. Reports indicate a decline in harvest quality and changes in flowering patterns. The India Meteorological Department’s Annual Climate Survey of 2024 brought into light temperature increase, marking 2024 ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2025

Category: Agriculture Current Affairs

Phthalates Linked to Cardiovascular Deaths

In recent years, studies have increasingly brought into light the dangers of phthalates, chemicals prevalent in household plastics. A 2025 study from New York University revealed that phthalates may have contributed to over 356,000 cardiovascular-related deaths globally in 2018. The ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Annual Survey of Services Sector Enterprises (ASSSE)

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) recently conducted a pilot study on the Annual Survey of Services Sector Enterprises (ASSSE). This initiative aims to gather vital data on India’s incorporated service sector. The study is a precursor to ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2025

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Climate Change and Fire Seasons

Climate change is intensifying the risk of wildfires globally. Recent studies indicate that fire weather seasons in eastern Australia and western North America are increasingly overlapping. This shift complicates international cooperation between fire services in Canada, the United States, and ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Basaveshwara

Basaveshwara, also known as Basavanna, was a prominant figure in 12th-century India. Born in Karnataka in 1131 CE, he emerged as a philosopher, statesman, and social reformer. His contributions were instrumental in the Bhakti movement, particularly within the Lingayat sect, ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2025

Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs

Drugs and Cosmetics Compounding Rules 2025

On 24 April 2025, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare introduced the Drugs and Cosmetics (Compounding of Offences) Rules, 2025. This initiative aims to streamline the resolution of minor offences under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act 1940. The rules ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Digital Access as a Fundamental Right in India

Recently, the Supreme Court of India recognised digital access as a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution. This landmark judgement mandates that the state must provide an inclusive digital ecosystem. Supreme Court Ruling The Supreme Court ruled that ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Agent Orange

The Vietnam War ended 50 years ago, on April 30, 1975. However, its repercussions continue to affect millions due to the use of Agent Orange. This herbicide, sprayed extensively by U.S. forces, contained dioxin, which is notorious for its long-lasting toxicity. ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs