Current Affairs Today: 28th March 2025 | Daily GK Update
National News
1. What is India’s new target for nuclear power generation by 2047?
Answer: India launched a Nuclear Mission to generate 100 GW of nuclear power by 2047, prioritizing Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and opening the sector to private participation.
2. What milestone did India achieve in tea exports in 2024?
Answer: India became the world’s second-largest tea exporter, surpassing Sri Lanka with 254 million kg exported, generating ₹7,112 crore in revenue.
3. What is the Digital Crop Survey (DCS) System?
Answer: The Ministry of Agriculture launched DCS for real-time crop data collection via mobile, integrated with Agri Stack and compliant with cybersecurity and data protection laws.
4. What decision did the Cabinet take regarding DA and DR for central employees?
Answer: The Cabinet approved a 2% hike in Dearness Allowance and Dearness Relief, raising it from 53% to 55% of Basic Pay/Pension, effective January 1, 2025.
International News
5. What tariff did the US impose on imported cars and auto parts?
Answer: A 25% tariff was announced by President Donald Trump, affecting imports from India, EU, Canada, and China, with potential price hikes of $6,000 per vehicle.
6. What emergency was declared in Thailand on 28th March 2025?
Answer: Thai PM declared a state of emergency after a 7.7-magnitude earthquake in Myanmar caused structural damage and trapped 43 workers in Bangkok.
Banking & Economy News
7. What was discussed at the 8th SLCC meeting in Sikkim?
Answer: RBI-led discussions focused on curbing financial frauds, implementing the BUDS Act, and promoting the Sachet portal for fraud reporting.
8. How much will the Indian government borrow in H1 FY26?
Answer: ₹8 lakh crore will be raised via dated securities, including ₹10,000 crore in Sovereign Green Bonds, to bridge the 4.4% fiscal deficit.
Agreement News
9. What biometric challenge was launched by UIDAI and IIIT-H?
Answer: A Biometric SDK Benchmarking Challenge was launched to improve fingerprint authentication for children and age-invariant algorithms.
10. What is LIBA and why was it launched?
Answer: The Lanka India Business Association (LIBA) was launched to strengthen India-Sri Lanka trade and investment ties.
Appointments News
11. Who was appointed MD & CEO of Hitachi Cash Management Services?
Answer: Yusuf Pachmariwala was appointed effective April 1, 2025, succeeding Anup Neogi.
Defence News
12. What naval vessel was launched on 26th March 2025?
Answer: The 10th ACTCM Barge, LSAM 24 (Yard 134), was launched to support Indian Navy logistics under Make in India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
Ranks & Reports
13. Who became the first Indian woman in the world’s top 10 richest women?
Answer: Roshni Nadar ranked 5th in the Hurun Global Rich List 2025 with a net worth of ₹3.5 lakh crore (US$40 billion).
Schemes News
14. What update was announced for the National Technical Textiles Mission?
Answer: Over ₹393 crore has been utilized, with 168 R&D projects and 50,000 individuals trained. Tamil Nadu leads in investment.
15. What change was made to the Gold Monetisation Scheme?
Answer: Medium- and long-term deposits under GMS were discontinued from March 26, 2025. Existing deposits remain valid until maturity.
Summits & Conferences
16. What was Sourcex India 2025 and where was it held?
Answer: Held at Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, New Delhi, it connected 150+ global buyers with Indian exporters across multiple sectors.
17. What was showcased at India’s first Nano Electronics Roadshow?
Answer: Held at IISc Bengaluru, it featured 100+ IPs, 50+ technologies, and 35+ startups, promoting semiconductor self-reliance.
Sports News
18. Which state topped the medal tally at Khelo India Para Games 2025?
Answer: Haryana topped with 34 golds, followed by Tamil Nadu (28) and Uttar Pradesh (23), with 18 national records set.
Important Days
19. What is the theme of World Theatre Day 2025?
Answer: Celebrated on March 27, the theme was “Theatre and a Culture of Peace,” highlighting its role in fostering understanding.