Archives: Current Affair

Why in News?   Logo Local Government Area (LGA) in Benue State, Nigeria, has been in the news due to recent attacks by suspected herders and armed bandits, resulting in numerous deaths and injuries About Logo Local Government Area (LGA): It is situated in Benue State, Nigeria, with its administrative headquarters in Ugba. Established in December 1996 […]

Why in news?  The decision to restrict Pakistani nationals from traveling to India under the SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme (SVES) reflects a major shift in India’s approach to bilateral relations and security concerns in the region. The declaration of Pakistani Defence Advisors in India as Persona Non Grata and reciprocal withdrawal of Indian Advisors from […]

Why in News ? National Panchayati Raj Day 2025 marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of Panchayati Raj as a constitutionally mandated system of local governance in India. Observed annually on April 24, this day commemorates the enforcement of the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992, which came into effect on April 24, 1993. This […]

Why in News? India has suspended the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) with Pakistan, as announced on April 23, 2025, following a terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which killed 26 people. The decision was made by India’s Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) in response to “cross-border linkages” to the attack, marking a significant escalation […]

Why in News?  Manipur Police  has arrested four active members of the proscribed PREPAK (Progressive) faction in Imphal East district. Three of these individuals were linked to the abduction of two people from the same district, who were subsequently rescued by security forces. The arrests are part of a broader campaign to dismantle PREPAK (Pro)’s […]

Why in news? India is focusing on developing its Arctic policy, particularly regarding the Northern Sea Route (NSR), a potential game-changer for global trade. The upcoming Arctic Circle India Forum on May 3–4, 2025, aims to push forward India’s Arctic strategy, balancing economic opportunities with ecological responsibility. Relvance for UPSC Pre & Mains: Prelims :  […]

Why in News ?The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet approved a new scheme for the development of buffer zones in the State’s nine tiger reserves, focusing on ecological and wildlife conservation efforts. Relvance for UPSC Pre & Mains: Prelims :  Buffer Zone/Core Zone etc Mains : GS 3/ Wild life conservation/Biodiversity Key Points: Approval of Buffer Zone […]

Why in News? The serene Baisaran Valley in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, often called “mini Switzerland” for its scenic meadows, was devastated by a terrorist attack that killed 26 people, including tourists, a Navy officer, and foreign nationals. The Resistance Front (TRF), a proxy of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), claimed responsibility. This article explores TRF’s origins, […]

Why in News?  Scientists discovered “plastic ice,” a strange form of ice that exists under extreme heat and pressure. Found inside icy moons and exoplanets, it’s soft, moldable, and may allow nutrients to flow between ocean layers. What is Plastic Ice? Plastic ice is a unique form of ice that forms under extreme conditions of […]

Why in news?  Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla  has recently outlined a comprehensive roadmap for achieving the national vision of Viksit Bharat (Developed India) by 2047. Overview: India’s vision for 2047, termed ‘Viksit Bharat’ (Developed India), aspires to transform the nation into a developed economy by its 100th independence anniversary. The vision rests on four […]