National News
Union Minister inaugurated athlete passport management unit (APMU)
- Union Minister Dr. Mansukh mandaviya India first inaugurated Athlete Passport Management Unit (APMU) But National Dop Testing Laboratory (NDTL), New DelhiBut 17 April, 2025Marking a major progress in anti -doping anti -efforts.
- In form of 17th APMU globallyIt will management Athlete biological passport (ABP) Trekking Organic marker over time to detect Doping pattern Without identifying directly restricted substances.
- This initiative aligns with India Global doping standards And strengthens its role as one Leader in moral gamesEspecially in Global south,
India is ready to become the fastest growing major aviation market by 2026
- India is ready to become World’s fastest growing big aviation market By 2026, cross China In growth rate, with an estimated 10.5% passenger traffic growth Compared to China’s 8.9%.
- Major drivers include Per capita less tripsA Growing middle classExtended Aviation infrastructureExpansion Airline networkAnd tributaries In summer And Gati shakti,
- Of india CAGR (2023–2027) Estimated on 9.5%More than China 8.8%Status as India Third largest aviation market For the next three decades, globally.
Bhagavad Gita and Natashastra added to the memory of UNESCO’s World Register
- Bhagavad gita manuscripts And Bharata Muni Natya Shastra added to UNESCO Memory of the World RegisterRecognize India Rich cultural and intellectual heritage,
- With this, India’s total entries On increase in list 14, GeetaA universal spiritual-philosophical guide, and NatyashastraOn a basic book Drama, dance and aestheticsHighlight India’s ancient contribution to world knowledge.
- PM’s methods And this Culture minister This is done as one watershed momentWhile UNESCO emphasized the importance of such conservation Holding of documentary inheritance For global memory.
Minimum pension increase under EPS, full assessment by 2025
- A Parliamentary Standing Committee on LaborUnder the leadership of BJP MP Basavaraj BommaiHas urged Ministry of Labor and Employment To complete First third-party evaluation of Staff pension scheme (EPS)-The by EPFO-By End of 2025,
- launched in November 1995The scheme has never been evaluated independently.
- The panel also emphasized immediate need Modify the minimum pension Of ₹ 1,000with citing a reference Rising cost of life And update the long -ahead policy.
International news
China’s ban on rare earth exports
- China Has installed Export ban At seven key Rare earth element (REE),Samari (SM), Gadolinium (GD), Terbium (TB), Dysprosium (DY), Lutetium (Lu), Scandium (SC), and YTTRIUM (Y)-What National Security and Non -Proliferation ConcernIncrease global trade stress after new Tariff us,
- As a global leader Ri Mining and Refining,
- China’s move threatened the supply chains for the industries dependent on the ress’ Magnetic and optical propertiesSuch as Electronics, Clean Energy, Defense and EV ManufacturingUrge nations Diversification of source And reduce Chinese export dependence,
Economy news
According to UNCTAD forecast, India’s economy has increased by 6.5% in 2025.
- India is expected to remain The fastest growing major economy In 2025 With 6.5% GDP growthAs UNCTAD’s trade and development foresights 2025 Report conducted by Strong public spending And Assistant RBI Monetary Policies,
- When Global economy Facing a capacity Recession among Georgonal stress, Sluggish tradeAnd Tight financial terms, China Hope to grow on 4.4%And this We And European Union But 1%,
- Uncatad recommends Constant fiscal supportAnd investment in Infrastructure, DigitizationAnd Green infectionEspecially Developing economies,
Appointment news
Santosh Kumar appointed Deputy CFO of IndusInd Bank
- Indesind bankOf india 5th largest private lenderHas appointed Santosh Kumar As Sub -CFO effective April 18, 2025After exiting Arun khurana As acting CFO.
- It comes amidst leadership change Regulatory inquiryInspired by getting up Poor loan in microfinance sector And Derivation discrepancies in derivative transactions,
- Appointment of Full -time CFO is still pending.
Compromise news
Agreement signed as India for hosting International Big CAT Alliance (IBCA) headquarters
- In a historical move, India signed an agreement with International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) To host it Headquarters and secretariatConfirm its leadership Global wildlife conservation,
- Launched by PM Modi in April 2023 during Project Tiger’s 50th Anniversary, IBCA Focuses on safety of Seven major big cats,Tiger, lion, leopard, snow leopard, cheetah, jaguar, and puma,
- Now a Treaty-based inter-government body (From 2024), with India, Liberia, Eswatini, Somalia and Nicaragua Confirming this, the alliance will be received ₹ 150 Crore Support (2023–2029) From India for infrastructure and operation.
Cooperation with Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) vehicle-to-grid (V2G) IIT-Bombay
- Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB)in collaboration with IIT BombayOne is launching pilot project To integrate Vehicle-to-grid technologyWhich enables EV battery To supply and supply power to both power grid,
- The purpose of this initiative is to support Renewable energy integrationIncrease Grid stabilityAnd promote clean energy As using EVS Decentralized energy storage,
- Project is included Financial incentiveSuch as Premium tariff EV owners to feed energy during peak hours.
Defense news
India’s defense production target till 2029 to get Rs 3 lakh crore
- Under Defense Minister Rajnath SinghSetting ambitious goals for India Defense productionTargeting ₹ 1.60 crore In 2025 and ₹ 3 Crore By 2029, with focus Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India),
- The country’s goal is Defense export To ₹ 30,000 Crore In 2025 and ₹ 50,000 Crore By 2029, reducing dependence on imports Domestic innovationAnd enhance global Supply chain flexibility,
- This strategic vision wants to establish India as a self -sufficient leader Defense construction,
Rank and Report News
Cap-end-trade scheme in Surat, Gujarat cuts 30% pollution
- A Landmark study In The quarterly Journal of Economics Lights the success of Surat’s cap and business program For Particulate Matter (PM) Emission-This World’s first ETS for PM And India’s first pollution trade system,
- launched in September 2019 From GPCB And this Chicago’s Energy Policy Institute UniversityUsed the plan CementEmission PermitAnd auction 318 to regulate industrial plants.
- A Random controlled test (RCT) Leaded by researchers Chicago, Yale and Warvik Important shown Reduction in pollution, Better complianceAnd Lower level costPerfection of Market based regulation In Low-state area Like India.
Summit and Conference News
2-day conclave on Buddhism in Arunachal Pradesh
- A Two -day closing Topic ‘Buddha Dhamma and culture of Northeast India’ Will be held in Namsai, Arunachal PradeshFrom 21-22 April, 2025Conducted by International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) And this Ministry of Culture,
- Will detect the event Buddhism influence In the field Arts, culture and historyWith special attention on Therism Buddhism Practiced by Frequently,
- Day 1 will facilitate panel discussion On the historical relevance and cultural effects of Buddhism, while day 2 will be included Vipassana meditation And Metta World Peace But Golden pagoda,
- Chief participant include CM Pema Khandu, Deputy CM Chowna MeinAnd international Buddhist scholar,
Science and Technology News
India’s first quantum key distribution on multi-core fiber (QKD)
- India has achieved Major milestone In safe communication with successful testing of the country First Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) More than one 4-core multi-core fiber (MCF) By C-dot And Sterlite Technologies Limited (STL),
- Testing maintains QKD transmission 100 kmUse A core for quantum signal And this Other three for high -speed classical dataShowkeasing MCF cost-effective, intervention benefits For construction National volume communication network,
James web telescope found a possible life on exoplanet K2-18B
- One in Search for successFrom scientists Cambridge university using the NASA’s James Web Space Telescope (JWST) Has detected capacity Bioscnecular molecule Demethyl sulfide And Dimethyl Dyulfide (DMD) In the atmosphere of Exoplanet k2-18bLocated 124 light year Away Leo Nakshatra,
- Made by these molecules Sea phytoplinkon and bacteria On earth, make possible suggestions extraterrestrial lifeMark a significant advancement in Astronomy,
Important day news
World Heritage Day 2025, date, subject, importance, sites
- World Heritage Dayalso known as International Day for monuments and sitesIt is seen on 18 April Annual Protection of cultural and natural heritageConducted by Ecomos And recognized by UNESCO since 1983,
- 2025 themes,Inheritance under threat from disasters and conflicts“Highlights the requirement Preparation and flexibility,
- IndiaRank 6th at global with 43 UNESCO World Heritage Sites (35 Cultural7 Natural1 miscellaneous), Like prestigious sites include Taj Mahal, Ajanta and Ellora CavesAnd Kaziranga National Park,
- Recent additions are included Shanti Niketan, Holy dress of HoysalasAnd Ahom dynasty modets,
