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National News
1. Who conferred an Honorary Doctorate to President Droupadi Murmu?
Answer: Constantine The Philosopher University in Nitra, Slovakia, honored President Murmu for her contributions to social justice, education, and cultural preservation during her state visit.
2. What development projects were launched by PM Modi in Varanasi?
Answer: ₹3,880 crore worth of projects including road connectivity, energy infrastructure, Jal Jeevan Mission schemes, solar power plant, MSME support, and Ayushman health cards.
3. What is the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) launched by India?
Answer: A mission to secure minerals like lithium, cobalt, REEs, and nickel for green energy technologies. Led by GSI and Ministry of Mines, it focuses on exploration, processing, and global partnerships.
International News
4. What infrastructure innovation was achieved by Japan?
Answer: JR West built the world’s first 3D-printed train station—Hatsushima Station—in under six hours, showcasing rapid construction and cost efficiency.
5. What aid did India announce for Sierra Leone?
Answer: A USD 990,000 grant under the India-UN Development Partnership Fund to empower specially abled persons through training, tech access, and micro-loans.
State News
6. What renaming decision was made by Maharashtra Government?
Answer: Khultabad was renamed to its original name ‘Ratnapur’ to revive pre-Mughal heritage, announced by Social Justice Minister Sanjay Shirsat.
7. What census will be jointly conducted by Kerala and Tamil Nadu?
Answer: The Nilgiri Tahr Census 2025 from April 24–27, marking Eravikulam National Park’s 50th anniversary, using modern tools across 265 blocks.
Economy News
8. What is India’s projected GDP growth for FY2025 according to ADB?
Answer: 6.7%, driven by domestic demand and rural income. RBI revised its forecast to 6.5% citing global trade challenges.
Awards News
9. Which police portal won the SKOCH Award for Excellence?
Answer: UP Police’s Investigation, Prosecution and Conviction Portal for enhancing tracking of serious crimes and improving judicial efficiency.
10. Who were honored at the Breakthrough Prize 2025 ceremony?
Answer: Scientists for GLP-1 hormone discovery, MS treatment, gene-editing, and CERN’s LHC collaborations. Mathematician Dennis Gaitsgory won for the geometric Langlands conjecture.
Ranks & Reports
11. Which states topped the Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) 2025?
Answer: Gujarat (346 Front Runner GPs) and Telangana (270). Bihar, Chhattisgarh, and Andhra Pradesh had the highest share of Aspirants.
Summits & Conferences
12. What summit will Hyderabad host on April 15, 2025?
Answer: STREE Summit 2025, focusing on women’s safety, empowerment, and gender equality, organized by Hyderabad City Security Council.
Schemes News
13. What modernization scheme was approved under PMKSY?
Answer: M-CADWM with ₹1,600 crore outlay for irrigation infrastructure, micro-irrigation, and water-use efficiency, targeting 1 hectare per farmer.
Sports News
14. Which country will host the 2035 FIFA Women’s World Cup?
Answer: United Kingdom, being the only valid bidder. Wembley Stadium is likely to host the final.
Science & Technology
15. What zoonotic risk was identified in Madagascar?
Answer: Black rats are the sole carriers of hantavirus, with infections linked to farmland use and deforestation, according to a study in Ecology and Evolution.
Important Days
16. When is World Parkinson’s Day observed and what is its theme for 2025?
Answer: April 11. The theme is early diagnosis, symptom awareness, and lifestyle management. The red tulip is its global symbol.
17. What is the theme of National Safe Motherhood Day 2025?
Answer: “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures,” focusing on maternal health, skilled birth attendance, and reducing mortality.