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- Olive Ridley turtles, classified as vulnerable, exhibit mass nesting behavior called “arribada” with over 7 lakh nests recorded at Odisha’s Rushikulya beach in 2024.
- India’s 480-km Odisha coastline hosts major turtle nesting sites like Gahirmatha, Devi River Mouth, and Rushikulya Beach—among the few global arribada locations.
- Olive Ridley turtles use geomagnetic imprinting to return to their birth beach for nesting, a phenomenon known as philopatry, critical for species survival.
- DGFT is an office under the Ministry of Commerce responsible for framing and implementing India’s Foreign Trade Policy through schemes, codes, and notifications.
- DGFT issues the mandatory Importer Exporter Code (IEC), which is essential for legal international trade, customs clearance, and commercial operations in India.
- Axiom-4 is a private space mission to the ISS involving SpaceX and NASA, aiming for scientific research and includes the first Indian astronaut to ISS.
- Ax-4 experiments cover areas like materials science, biology, and Earth observation, boosting global research and offering commercial applications on Earth.
- Turkey and Azerbaijan’s pro-Pakistan stance led to India suspending academic MoUs, tourism packages, and traders pushing for a boycott of both nations.
- India has minor economic ties with Turkey and Azerbaijan, especially in oil and machinery, limiting the negative impact of any trade boycott or suspension.
- Azerbaijan relies more on India for oil exports, while Turkey–Azerbaijan’s close military ties and India–Armenia cooperation mark shifting regional power equations.
- Banu Mushtaq’s “Heart Lamp”, translated by Deepa Bhasthi from Kannada, won the 2025 International Booker Prize, marking a first for both language and genre.
- Deepa Bhasthi became the first Indian translator to win the International Booker Prize; the work highlights Muslim and Dalit women’s lives in South India.
- Asiatic lions are now classified as Vulnerable by IUCN in 2025, reflecting successful conservation efforts in Gujarat’s Gir and Girnar forests.
- Gir National Park, the only natural habitat of Asiatic lions, covers 1,882 sq km and supports a thriving lion population in Saurashtra.
- Major threats to Asiatic lions include habitat loss, inbreeding, disease outbreaks, and increasing human-lion conflicts near protected areas.
- Credit rating evaluates the creditworthiness of borrowers, including individuals, corporations, and governments, helping investors assess risk and borrowing costs.
- The global credit rating market is dominated by the Big Three — Fitch, Moody’s, and S&P — influencing international finance and investment decisions.
- India’s credit rating industry is regulated by SEBI, with top agencies like CRISIL, ICRA, CARE, and Brickwork playing a crucial role in domestic finance.
- Cholera cases globally more than doubled in 2022, posing a challenge to WHO’s goal of reducing deaths by 90% by 2030.
- India’s use of BrahMos missiles in Operation Sindoor after the Pahalgam terror attack boosted international demand for the world’s fastest cruise missile.
- The Amrit Bharat Station Scheme aims to redevelop 1309 Indian railway stations with modern facilities, better connectivity, and sustainable urban integration.
- Prime Minister inaugurated three redeveloped West Bengal railway stations under ABSS, enhancing passenger experience and promoting local products through the ‘One Station One Product’ initiative.
- Indian Railways, established in 1853, operates the world’s fourth-largest network and boasts four UNESCO World Heritage railway sites, including the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway.
- The Chenab Rail Bridge in Jammu and Kashmir is the world’s highest rail bridge, showcasing India’s engineering marvel in the railway sector.
- Gallantry Awards in India honor bravery among armed forces and civilians; divided into wartime and peacetime categories, presented by the President of India.
- Wartime awards include Param Vir Chakra, Maha Vir Chakra, and Vir Chakra; awarded for exceptional bravery in the face of the enemy.
- Peacetime awards—Ashoka Chakra, Kirti Chakra, and Shaurya Chakra—honor courageous acts outside combat, including counter-insurgency and rescue operations.
- The Spices Board of India, headquartered in Kochi, promotes spice export, ensures quality standards, and conducts cardamom research to boost productivity and global trade.
- India is a global leader in spice production and export; the Spices Board facilitates market access and safeguards farmers’ and exporters’ interests.
- The US announced a $175 billion Golden Dome defense system with space-based satellites to counter hypersonic threats, drawing criticism over space militarization.
- PM Modi emphasized Centre-State unity, urging states to adopt a “Team India” approach and develop at least one world-class tourist destination each.
- Tamil Nadu demanded a 41% share in central taxes, a dedicated urban mission, and a river-cleaning project similar to Clean Ganga.
- Punjab criticized the Centre for financial neglect and sought a share in Yamuna waters, invoking the 1972 Irrigation Commission’s recommendations.
- Andhra Pradesh proposed three Centre-State sub-groups focused on GDP growth, skilling, and emerging technologies like AI, quantum computing, and drones.
- Chhattisgarh introduced a 3T Model—Technology, Transparency, and Transformation—to accelerate India’s development towards the 2047 vision.
- Violent protests erupted in Imphal after the Governor’s security forced protesters to cover “Manipur State Transport” labels on public buses.
- COCOMI, a Meitei group, demanded the Governor’s apology, resignation of key officials, and an end to excessive force on peaceful demonstrators.
- Thousands in Kalimpong protested the Bhutan PM’s remark calling the Siliguri Corridor a “problem area,” citing national security and emotional sentiments.
- The Siliguri Corridor remains strategically vital, connecting mainland India to the Northeast, but is vulnerable to Chinese aggression and regional instability.
- Over 53,000 Palestinians, mostly women and children, have died in Gaza due to Israeli airstrikes, prompting Malaysia to condemn global inaction.
- The Bangladesh Army’s opposition to the Rohingya corridor reflects rising tensions with the civilian caretaker government led by Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus in 2025.
- Following Sheikh Hasina’s ouster in 2024, Bangladesh faces fragile democratic conditions amid fears of a military coup or possible civil conflict.
- The unresolved Rohingya refugee crisis continues to burden Bangladesh’s economy and internal security, with over a million refugees still in overcrowded Cox’s Bazar camps.
- The IMD launched the Bharat Forecast System offering 6 km grid rain forecasts, significantly improving local weather predictions down to the panchayat level.
- India becomes the first country to provide operational rainfall forecasts at 6 km resolution, enhancing flood, cyclone, and storm preparedness across rural regions.
- Doppler weather radar expansion with 34 new units planned by IMD to provide faster, more accurate alerts for extreme and localized weather events.
- The Supreme Court Collegium, under CJI B.R. Gavai, recommended three judges for elevation, maintaining judicial strength amid rising retirements.
- The Collegium system, often criticized for opacity, remains the primary mechanism for judicial appointments after NJAC was struck down by the Supreme Court.
- Justice B.V. Nagarathna is expected to become India’s first woman Chief Justice in 2027, highlighting gender representation progress in the higher judiciary.
- U.S. President Donald Trump delayed proposed EU import tariffs after a call with Ursula von der Leyen, easing short-term trade tensions in Europe.
- A total of 139 individuals received Padma Awards in 2024, including Justice J.S. Khehar and posthumous honours for Sharda Sinha and Kumudini Lakhia.
- President Droupadi Murmu presented Padma Awards at Rashtrapati Bhavan on April 28 and April 30 in the presence of top Indian dignitaries.
- Economist Bibek Debroy and former Speaker Manohar Joshi were posthumously awarded the Padma Bhushan for their distinguished contributions in public service.
- Muhammad Yunus assumed leadership of Bangladesh’s interim government, pledging democratic reforms but facing criticism for increasing authoritarian governance practices.
- Bangladesh’s military raised concerns over Rohingya aid corridors, Starlink rollout, and foreign management of Chattogram Port under Yunus’s interim administration.
- The banning of the Awami League and violence against party workers have deepened Bangladesh’s political crisis and instability under interim rule.
- India experienced a 5% power deficit in FY24 despite growth in electricity production, driven by rapid urbanisation and extreme weather conditions.
- Energy efficiency schemes like UJALA and SLNP significantly reduced power demand and emissions, saving over $10 billion through LED distribution across India.
- India plans to add 90 GW of coal-based capacity by 2032, revealing dependence on fossil fuels despite renewable energy integration efforts.
- The government restored RoDTEP benefits in May 2025 to support SEZs, EOUs, and Advance Authorisation holders, boosting India’s export competitiveness.
- Ten NDA MLAs met Manipur Governor seeking to form a government, claiming majority support in the 60-member Assembly amid ongoing President’s Rule since 2024.
- Ethnic tensions between Meiteis and Kuki-Zo, fueled by land, ST status, and migration issues, have led to violence, deaths, and Assembly boycotts.
- COCOMI-led protests over festival bus misuse triggered demands for key officials’ resignation and an apology from the Governor for negligence during unrest.
- Former CM N. Biren Singh discussed ethnic unrest and illegal immigration with the Governor, highlighting ongoing instability and governance challenges in Manipur.
- India’s IIP growth in April 2025 slowed to 2.7%, the lowest in eight months, reflecting weak industrial recovery across key sectors.
- Capital goods output surged 20.3% due to machinery demand and base effect, but experts warn sustainability depends on broader investment revival.
- Lokpal cleared ex-SEBI Chief Madhabi Puri Buch in Adani-Hindenburg case, stating complaints lacked evidence and were based on mere assumptions.
- Lokpal emphasized that Hindenburg’s report alone couldn’t justify action, reinforcing safeguards against baseless allegations targeting regulatory authorities like SEBI.
- RBI survey showed record remittances of $118.7 billion in 2023–24, mostly from developed nations, overtaking FDI and covering half the trade deficit.
- Digital remittances now dominate, especially from UAE and Saudi Arabia, but remain costly at 4.9%, exceeding UN’s SDG target of 3%.
- A U.S. court blocked most Trump-era tariffs, ruling they exceeded executive power under IEEPA and required proper Congressional authorization.
- The tariffs blocked affected imports from Canada, Mexico, and China; however, those on steel, aluminium, and automobiles were allowed to continue temporarily.
- The first batch of 17 women cadets graduated from NDA, Pune, marking a historic milestone for gender equality in India’s armed forces.
- Cadet Shriti Daksh received the Silver Medal for topping the BA stream—becoming the first woman to win such an honor at NDA.
- Cargo vessel MSC Elsa 3 sank off Kochi, Kerala, with hazardous materials and fuel onboard, raising concerns of a potential environmental disaster.
- Authorities are deploying salvage teams as floating containers and toxic plastic pellets pollute Kerala’s coast, urging swift response to prevent marine contamination.
- SEBI introduced stronger investor safeguards, including a UPI-linked fund transfer system and app whitelisting to prevent cyber fraud and financial manipulation.
- SEBI launched a crackdown on unregistered finfluencers, banning regulated entities from associating with them to protect investors from misleading financial advice.
- India’s Coast Guard activated NOS-DCP protocols in response to MSC Elsa 3, aiming for quicker recovery compared to the 2017 Chennai oil spill.
- RCB stormed into the IPL 2024 final after thrashing PBKS, with Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma, and Phil Salt delivering standout performances.
- India’s GDP grew at 6.5% in FY25, the slowest since the pandemic, with Q4 seeing the highest growth at 7.4%, driven by strong construction and consumption.
- India is set to cross 1 billion internet users by mid-2025, led by BharatNet expansion and telecom reforms, making it the world’s second-largest telecom market.
- The fiscal deficit for FY25 stood at 4.8% of GDP, meeting the government target despite shortfalls in income tax and disinvestment receipts.
- Manufacturing growth slowed to 4.5% for FY25, down from 11.3% in Q4 FY24, indicating sluggish industrial momentum despite strong construction and agriculture sectors.
- Household consumption rose by 7.2% in FY25, reflecting improved domestic demand and contributing significantly to GDP growth despite global economic uncertainties.
- Pakistan will appoint an ambassador to Kabul, restoring full diplomatic ties with Afghanistan after three years, with China mediating between the two neighbours.
- India’s mobile data rates dropped to ₹9/GB, the cheapest globally, while telecom reforms boosted domestic mobile manufacturing and exports to ₹1.75 lakh crore.
- Russia launched over 900 drones and 90 missiles at Ukraine in three days, pushing Ukraine’s air defence to its limits amid ongoing peace talks.
- Corporate tax collections in India exceeded targets in FY25, reaching ₹9.87 lakh crore, helping balance revenue shortfalls from income tax and disinvestment.
- India Post 2.0 modernizes postal services with banking, insurance, and digital access under the Post Office Act, 2023, as part of rural digital empowerment.
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