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ICCR celebrates 75 years of cultural diplomacy in Dhaka
- Council of Indian cultural relations Celebrate it 75th anniversary But 9 April, 2025But Indian cultural center In DhakaSince then highlighting its legacy 1950 In promotion Cultural heritage of IndiaIncrease Cultural diplomacyAnd fostering India Bangladesh Ties,
- Painted the event Traditional performanceShift Artistic and educational exchange,
- The presence of ICCR in Bangladesh is included Indira Gandhi Cultural Center (2011) And Indian cultural centerHosting diverse activities Music, dance, movies and workshops,
International news
Mauritius became the first African country to sign ISA’s Country Partnership Framework
- Mauritius Has become First African nation And this Fourth globally (after Bangladesh, Bhutan and Cuba) To sign Country participation framework with International Solar Alliance (ISA)Mark a major step Clean energy infection,
- CPFA strategic document by ISA, will guide Long term cooperation But Solar powerAlign Sustainable development of Mauritius And Energy security targetThrough innovative, scalable solar solution and a customized Country Participation Strategy (CP),
State news
Kavach 5.0 Mumbai to promote local train services by 30%
- Kavach 5.0Next-round Automated train protection (ATP) mechanismWas declared by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav to promote Mumbai’s suburban rail service By 30% By reducing the train headway.
- To be developed by December 2025Kavach 5.0 enpurres SecurityLoco supports with pilots Auto-breakingEnsure even more smooth operation adverse weather,
- With investment of ₹ 17,000 CroreThe purpose of the upgrade is to take advantage ~ 80 million daily travelersGrowing frequency from present 3,500 trains/day Through Infrastructure, technologyAnd service delivery,
Madhya Pradesh An announcement of new wildlife sanctuary in the name of BR Ambedkar
- Madhya Pradesh Government Has declared a new wildlife sanctuary called Dr. Bhimrao ambedkar abhayaran In Sagar districtCovered 258.64 sq kmAhead of Ambedkar jayanti,
- spread out North Sea Forest Division Involved Banda and Shahgarh TehsilsThe objective of the sanctuary is Promoting wildlife conservationpromote Ecological tourismMake more Employment opportunities,
- Nominated in honor of Dr. BR AmbedkarIt is a symbol of a fusion Social reform and environment protectionMaking it 25th wildlife sanctuary In “Tiger State of India”,
Business news
Razorpay launched Turbo UPI plugin to revolutionize digital payments
- Razorpein collaboration with NPCI Bhim Services Limited (NBSL) And Axis bankHas launched Turbo UPI plugin But Bhim vega On the stage 9 April, 2025,
- It enables innovation In-app UP payment Out of external Redirectionto ensure And sharp, SafeMore reliable Exchange.
- By eliminating the need to switch the apps, its purpose is Reduce payment failures, Promotion of conversionAnd set a New benchmark for digital payment In India.
Economy news
In February 2025, industrial production slows down by 2.9% at a 6 -month low.
- IIP development of India slow 2.9% in February 2025To mark The lowest speed in six monthsDue to weak performance in Mining (+1.6%), Manufacturing (+2.9%)And Electricity (+3.6%)Coupled with one High base effect,
- While most Useful area Shown a low output, capital goods Standing out with a strong 8.2% increase,
- In contrast, Consumer non-durables rejected by -2.1%And Month-month speed Fall in all sections after another 5 months positive streak,
Prize news
Dr. Embrish Mithal honored with prestigious IOF 2025 CSA Medal of Achievement
- Dr. Embroidery mythA famous Indian EndocrinologistHas been awarded 2025 IOF CSA Achievement Medal But WCO-Iof-Sceo Congress in Rome For his extraordinary work in Fracture research,
- Known to launch India’s first bone density measurement service In 1996, he has done quite advanced awareness and treatment Bone and mineral disordersLED key IOF initiativeAnd shape Global Vitamin D guidance. already a Padma Bhushan Awardi (2015).
- Dr. The fight against Mithhal continues Delicate volatility India’s aging population.
Defense news
DRDO successfully conducts the release trial of LRGB ‘Gaurav’ from SU-30 MKI
- Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) Successfully tested tests Gaurav long-range glide bomb (LRGB) From April 8-10, 2025Using the Su-30 mki plane.
- 1,000 kg bomb performed Pin-point accuracy On a border About 100 KilometersMark a significant progress in India’s indigenous air-launched arms system,
- Developed by RCI, burnAnd Perfume chandipurWith support from Similac And DGA isGaurav was tested in several warhead configurations against land goals.
Rank and Report News
Top World Airport rankings in Singapore Airport List 2025
- Asia dominates Skytrax World Airport Awards 2025with Singapore Changi Airport Crown World’s best airport For a record 13th timeConquer Best airport meal, toiletAnd Best in Asia, Hamad International Airport (Doha) finished 2nd, win Best Airport in Middle East And World’s best airport shopping,
- Tokyo Henada Airport 3 on rank, as honored World’s cleanest airport And Best domestic airport,
- among Indian airport, Delhi IGI In top India and South Asia, Bengaluru Leaded as Best Regional Airport, Hyderabad For Staff serviceAnd Goa Manohar In form of Clean (less than 5 million passengers),
Sports news
Los Angeles Olympics 2028 will feature six teams
- Cricket One is ready to make Historical return to Olympic Games But Los Angeles 2028As confirmed by IOC on 9 April 2025After the difference of 128 years Since its final appearance in 1900 Paris Olympics,
- There will be facility of event T20 format Match with Every 6 teams for men and womenA total 90 per gender athlete quota (15 players per team).
- Along with cricket, other newly added games are included Basball/Softball, Flag Football, Lacros (sixes), And Squash,
Virat Kohli makes history: became the first player to score 1000 fours and sixes in IPL
- Virat Kohli created IPL History As First player To hit a joint total 1000 limits (721 Fours And 279 Six) during RCB vs DC Match But M chinnaswamy stadium In 2025 season,
- Despite this Historical milestone, Royal Challengers Bangalore A home defeat for a chief Delhi capitals Under the leadership of KL satisfied And Triston Stabs,
James Anderson honored Knightthood Honor
- James AndersonEngland Veteran fast bowlerHonored with Knight’s title But April 11, 2025In Rishi Sunak’s resignation honor For him Services for cricket,
- he retired 2024 with 704 Test wickets, The highest by any England bowler And Fast bowlerRanking 3 all-time Back Murlitharan And Warne,
- Anderson played 188 Tests and took 991 international wicketsConquer Four ashes,
Obituriz news
Padma Shri Awardee dies 87 from Palli Crowded (“Vanjeevi”)
- Palli crowd “Vanjeev” Or “Chettu Ramaiya”Was a famous environmentalist from Telangana Who died at the age of 87. He was observed for planting 1 crore rupees In Khammam districtEarn it Padma Shri In 2017.
- Ramaiya admitted that human existence Depending on nature, and their grassroots efforts inspired widespread social engagement in environmental protection.
- Telangana Chief Minister A. Rewanath Reddy Expressed condolences, called his death one “Uncommon loss”,
Diverse news
Meghalaya weaves its way for global fame with GI tag for Randia and Khasi Handloom
- Government of India Has provided Geographical signal (GI) tag To Randia silk And Khasi Handom From MeghalayaRaise them cultural identity, Legitimate protectionAnd Ability to sell,
- Randia silkKnown to be Hands, Naturally dyedAnd Systematically producedIs connected to Word-dutyFirst of meghalaya Eri Silk Village,
- Khasi Handom Reflects Khasi community Traditional weaving with natural colorGI recognition, officially given 7 April, 2025Was supported by Meghalaya Textile Department, Nabard, Dr. RajnikanthAnd this Meghalaya Randia Producer AssociationWith a delegation led by Frederick Roy Kharkongor,
Current Affairs today | 12 April Current Affairs 2025 | Daily Current Affairs by Ashish Gautam