Daily Current Affairs 16 May 2025, Important News headlines (daily GK update)

National News

The Supreme Court directs the immediate establishment of exclusive POCSO courts across India

• Supreme Court of IndiaWhile addressing So speed petition But Increase in child rape incidentsHas ordered Central and state governments To set immediately Exclusive pocso court,
• It is underlined that the test is a violation of the delay Children’s safety from Sexual Offenses Act, 2012Which makes quick justice mandatory.
• States -like Tamil Nadu, Bihar, Maharashtra, UP, Odisha and West Bengal The flag has been flagged for judicial backlog. This step is important to ensure Timely justiceStrong Child protection systemAnd rise up child rights,

BCAS cancels the security approval of Celebs citing national security concerns, citing national security concerns

• Civil Aviation Safety (BCA) Has taken a decisive step by Cancellation of security approval Of M/s celebi And its affiliated companies over National security Worry
• Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Emphasized that Public safety is non-conventional,
• To ensure Uninterrupted airport operationsMinistry has activated coordination Airport operator And deployed Special monitoring party,
• Government is also committed Celebrate Celebi EmployeesUnderlineing A Balanced approach Of Safety enforcement And Service continuity,
• This development focuses on protecting India’s attention Important infrastructure Until civil liberties,

Exercise sets new standard for humanitarian aid in India

• Exercise raaahat 2025Conducted jointly Indian army And NDRFF NDRF In AssamIndia has an important milestone Human disaster preparations,
• Characteristics of Live simulation across Flood landscapeExercise aims to improve Coordination between military, civil and relief agencies,
• This massive Head drill Is particularly important for Assam And the surrounding areas align with India’s national commitment Disaster flexibility And Effective emergency response,

Economy news

INDIA’s external FDI slept up to $ 6.8 billion in April 2025: RBI

• India’s external FDI almost doubled in April 2025 $ 6.8 billionA year ago, above $ 3.58 billion, was inspired by adequate increase Equity investment, loan, and guaranteeAs reserve Bank of India,
• This reflects the increasing appetite among Indian firms to expand globally amid improving investment spirit.

India’s labor market: PLFS April 2025 Bulletin’s major trends

• Periodic labor force survey Monthly bulletin for April 2025 A new functioning introduces such as distributes high-existing estimates of major labor indicators Careless, CapAnd Ur Below Current weekly status (CWS),
• With a composite LFPR 55.6%WPR 52.8%And on unemployment 5.1%Data reveals significant insights into the dynamics of India’s labor market.
• Women’s workforce participationEspecially in urban areas, the gender intervals are quite low.
• Covered in survey More than 89,000 housesEk using one Monthly rotational panel Design for statistical strength and increase in policy relevance.

Appointment news

Anurag Bhushan was appointed as India’s ambassador to Sweden

• India has appointed Anurag bhushan As its new Ambassador to SwedenTo mark an important diplomatic step amid growing bilateral cooperation.
• India-Sweden partnership has expanded Clean technology, innovation, sustainable developmentAnd Climate change,
• With a high-level connectivity, this appointment confirms India’s commitment Nordic diplomacy,
• The experience of Mr. Bhushan will be important in increasing cooperation through platforms Leadit 2.0 And in new forging Economic and technical cooperation,

Former CJI DY CHANingUD connects to NLU Delhi as reputed professor

• Former Chief Justice of India Dye Chandrachud Has been appointed Iconic professor But NLU DelhiTo mark a significant change for academic mentarships from judicial leadership.
• Known to them Progressive ruler But Constitutional ethics, Fundamental rightAnd social justiceWill increase legal scholarship through their participation Constitutional study center And a unique Lecture chain On contemporary legal challenges.
• Their legacy will now shape Next generation legal mind In India.

Compromise news

India-EU launched a Joint Research Initiative on Research 391 Crore on Marine Pollution and Green Hydrogen

• India and European Union (EU) Jointly two important launch Research call Below India-EU Trade and Technology Council (TTC) to tackle Sea plastic garbage (MPL) more developed Waste for green hydrogen (W2GH) Solution.
• With joint investment ₹ 391 Crore (~ € 41 million)The purpose of promoting the initiative Sustainable technology Through international Scientific cooperation,
• Align with these programs European Union’s Zero Pollution Action Plan, National Green Hydrogen Mission of IndiaAnd this United nations of ocean scienceAnd they indicate a big boost India-EU strategic participation towards Climate action, clean energyAnd Environmental protection,

Defense news

DRDO develops indigenous polymer membrane for disconnection

• Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) Successfully a designed designed High pressure nanoporus polymer membrane For Seafood eradicationIndia’s drive marking a success Self riliance In defense and maritime technology.
• Developed by DMSRDE By justice eight monthsThe membrane was successfully tested Offshore patrol vessel (OPV) of Indian coast guard (ICG),
• Addresses the challenges caused by innovation Chloride ions in saline water And under an important step under Aatmanirbhar bharat Initiative. After 500 hours of testing, it is to be operated on operationally, with future scope for civil coastal use.

Sports news

ICC WTC boosts Test cricket with the doubles of the final prize pool

• ICC Has announced the winner WTC final 2025Fought election by South Africa And AustraliaWill earn a record USD 3.6 millionMore than double the previous award.
• Runner -up Will get over USD 2.1 millionWhile at least like teams India And New Zealand Are prescribed for adequate payment.
• This major financial boost highlights the efforts of ICC to promote the ICC Test cricketreward StabilityAnd maintain global interest Longest format Of game.

FIFA suspension on the Football Federation of the Republic Republic

• FIFA Has lifted it Three months suspension But Congo Football Federation (FECOFOOT) After solving issues related to Third-party intervention From Sports Ministry,
• The struggle, resulting in the closure of major facilities, was decided when the government agreed to restore it. Complete administrative autonomy To the federation.
• This step confirms to maintain FIFA’s commitment Freedom of national football bodies And ensure Non-political intervention In global sports rule.

Srihari LR became India’s 86th Chess Grandmaster

• Srihari LRFrom a 19 -year -old chess player ChennaiIs officially formed 86th Grandmaster of India But after securing your third criteria Asian Individual Chess Championship In Al-Ain, UAE,
• Trained by gM Shyamsundar But Chase Thulir AcademySrihari has shown continuous development, defeated top rated players and has shown the strength of India’s chess talent pipeline.
• His achievement comes about a year after India’s previous GM title and reflects it. Rapid progress of the nation in global chess,

Pankaj Advani Clinic 2025 CCI Billiards Classic Title in Mumbai

• Pankaj advani His third claim CCI Billiards Classic Title Overcomm in 2025 Dhruv Sitwala With 5-2 score in the final Mumbai,
• Runned by tournament 25 April to 4 MayWith receiving Advani ₹ 2.5 Lakh In prize money.
• This victory continues their historical dominance in Q sports, overall 28 World Championship For his name.

Important day news

Sikkim’s 50 -year celebration of the state: journey from monarchy to democracy

• Sikkim, a former Buddhist state Ruled by Chogal dynastyIn 1947, internal monarchy but India became a protection with Indian control over defense and foreign affairs.
• After political changes in the early 1970s, A Historical referendum in 1975 Leaded to end the formal merger of monarchy and Sikkim 22 states of India Through 36th constitutional amendment And the beginning of Article 371fProviding special protection.
• Strategically located limit China (Tibet), Nepal, BhutanAnd West BengalSikkim is diverse with languages ​​like culturally Nepali, Bhutia, LepchaAnd English,

National Dengue Day 2025 Date, History, Symptoms, Treatment

• National dengue dayViewed on 16 May Every year, a public health initiative Ministry of Health and Family Welfare to raise awareness dengue feverA Mosquito -borne viral disease,
• It focuses on it Initial diagnosis, Timely treatmentAnd Mosquito control To reduce illness and deaths, especially during monsoon season,
• Introduced National health missionThis day promotes Community participation, Education on symptomsAnd breaking the stigma to combat the disease effectively.

International Day of Living Together in Peace: Fostering Global Hormony

• International Day to stay together in peace (16 May) Encourages global solidarity, peace and reconciliation by promoting unity in diversity. Established by the United Nations in 2017, the day supports activities that promote understanding and eliminate discrimination.
• It attracts the legacy of the previous United Nations efforts for a construction Culture of peace Through education, service, dialogue and community participation.

Date of light, history, objective of International Day

Current Affairs today | 16 May Current Affairs 2025 | Daily Current Affairs by Ashish Gautam