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Raghuji Bhosale I
Recently, the Maharashtra government successfully reclaimed the historic sword of Raghuji Bhosale I at a Sotheby’s auction in London. This event marks milestone as it is the first time Maharashtra has retrieved a historical artifact from an international auction. The ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2025
Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs
Humid Heat Waves
Recent studies highlight the increasing threat of humid heat waves, particularly in tropical and subtropical areas like India. A new research revealed the relationship between rainfall, soil moisture, and the onset of these extreme weather events. About Humid Heat Waves ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2025
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Centre Approves Caste Census
The Government of India has recently approved the enumeration of castes in the upcoming Census. This decision by the Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs (CCPA) marks shift in policy. The demand for a caste census has been a long-standing issue ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2025
Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs
Daily Current Affairs Quiz: May 1, 2025
21. Which ministry has launched the Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India (GHCI)? [A] Ministry of Power[B] Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas[C] Ministry of New and Renewable Energy[D] Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Show Answer Correct Answer: ..
UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: April 30, 2025
21. Consider the following statements with reference to the recent discovery of Stegodon Ganesa fossils in Maharashtra: Stegodon Ganesa is an extinct species believed to be an ancestor of modern-day African elephants. The fossils were discovered near the confluence of ..
Greenhouse Gases Emissions Intensity (GEI) Target Rules, 2025
The Greenhouse Gases Emissions Intensity (GEI) Target Rules, 2025 was notified by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change on April 16, 2025. The Rules establish a compliance mechanism for the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS), which supports India’s ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Into Proton Adsorption for Green Hydrogen Production
Recent advancements in catalyst research have uncovered new vital information about proton adsorption behaviour. This is very important for developing electrocatalysts aimed at producing green hydrogen. The focus has shifted towards understanding how built-in electric fields (BIEFs) can enhance hydrogen ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Maharashtra’s New Electric Vehicle Policy 2025
Maharashtra has introduced a comprehensive electric vehicle (EV) policy aimed at increasing EV adoption. This policy seeks to alleviate range anxiety and enhance charging infrastructure. The state government has allocated ₹1,995 crore to this initiative, doubling the previous funding. Increased ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025
Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs
RBI Launches Key Surveys for Monetary Policy
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recently initiated three surveys aimed at enhancing its monetary policy framework. These surveys focus on inflation expectations and consumer confidence among urban and rural households. The findings will play important role in guiding ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025
Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs
Military Spending Disparities Between India and Pakistan
Recent events have brought into light the differences in military capabilities between India and Pakistan. Following the Pahalgam terror attack, the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) released its 2024 report on global military expenditure. The findings reveal a stark ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025
Category: Defence Current Affairs