Special Assistance Scheme

Recently, the Government of India has allocated funds to states under the Special Assistance scheme. This programme is designed to aid states financially through interest-free loans for 50 years. The scheme aims to promote capital investment and support state-led reforms. ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Nepal’s Rhino Census Faces Uncertainty

The rhino census in Nepal, conducted every five years, is now in jeopardy. The suspension of USAID funding has created a financial crisis for the Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation. This department relies on various partnerships to carry ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Amir Khusrau

Amir Khusrau was a very important figure in Indian history. His contributions to music, poetry, and culture have left a lasting impact on the subcontinent. Celebrated annually at the Jahan-e-Khusrau festival, Khusrau’s legacy is brought into light as a blend ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs

Dramatic Performances Act of 1876

In recent years, the Government of India has focused on repealing outdated colonial laws. Prime Minister Narendra Modi brought into light the need to eliminate laws that restrict individual freedoms, such as the Dramatic Performances Act of 1876. This act ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

New Species Discoveries in India and Sri Lanka

Researchers recently discovering two new species of jumping spiders in India and a unique leaf-nosed bat in Sri Lanka. These findings highlight the ecological richness of the region and the need for further exploration and conservation efforts. New Spider Species ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Hottest and Driest Month in India

February 2025 marked climatic event in India, being the hottest February recorded in the last 125 years. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the average temperature reached 22.04°C. This month was also one of the driest, with rainfall less ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

UNESCO’s Report on Multilingual Education

Recent reports from UNESCO’s Global Education Monitoring (GEM) team highlight a critical issue in education worldwide. Approximately 40% of the global population lacks access to education in a language they understand. This figure rises to 90% in some low- and ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Education Current Affairs

Cobitis Beijingensis

The discovery of a new species of spined loach, Cobitis beijingensis, marks milestone in the biodiversity of Beijing. This finding is the first of its kind in over 40 years and marks the ongoing efforts to restore aquatic ecosystems in ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

English Designated as Official Language in the US

Recently, President Donald Trump signed an executive order establishing English as the official language of the United States. This marked a historical shift, as the US had never designated an official language since its founding. The order rescinds a policy ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Blue Ghost Mission 1

On March 2, 2025, Firefly Aerospace successfully landed its spacecraft, Blue Ghost Mission 1, on the Moon. This marks only the second private mission to achieve a lunar landing and the first to do so upright. This milestone reflects the ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs