Stay updated with the top headlines from 6th May 2025. This GK update covers national, international, economy, banking, defense, appointments, awards, schemes, summits, science, and important days — tailored for UPSC, SSC, Banking, and other competitive exams.
National News
1. What new airports were approved to boost regional connectivity?
Answer: Greenfield airports in Kota (Rajasthan) and Puri (Odisha) were approved under the UDAN scheme to promote tourism and economic development.
2. What civil defence initiative is being launched nationwide?
Answer: From May 7–9, India will conduct drills across 244 districts involving air-raid sirens, blackout protocols, and bunker cleaning to enhance passive defence preparedness.
3. What transparency measure was taken by the Supreme Court?
Answer: Assets of 21 judges were published, and the judicial appointment process was made more transparent ahead of Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna’s retirement.
4. What is India’s first inter-state cheetah corridor?
Answer: A 17,000 sq km corridor linking Kuno National Park, Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary, and Mukundara Hills Tiger Reserve across MP and Rajasthan.
5. What financial instrument was listed for the first time on NSE?
Answer: India’s first mortgage-backed Pass Through Certificates (PTCs), worth ₹1,000 crore, backed by LIC Housing Finance loans.
6. What is the Cashless Treatment Scheme for road accident victims?
Answer: Offers ₹1.5 lakh emergency care for up to 7 days post-accident, implemented by the National Health Authority from May 6, 2025.
State News
7. What is ‘Creator Land’ launched in Andhra Pradesh?
Answer: India’s first transmedia entertainment city in Amaravati, a ₹10,000 crore project to create 25,000 jobs in gaming, filmmaking, and AI content.
8. What educational initiative was announced in Navi Mumbai?
Answer: India’s first Edu City with foreign universities like York and Western Australia, with ₹3,000 crore investment and AI-powered film cities.
9. What global event is Telangana hosting in 2025?
Answer: Miss World 2025, with participants from 120 countries, promoting tourism and cultural heritage.
International News
10. What was discussed at the India–Italy Strategic Plan 2025–29 meeting?
Answer: Cooperation in renewable energy, fintech, and digital infrastructure at the ADB Summit in Milan.
11. Who is the new Prime Minister of Yemen?
Answer: Salem Bin Braik, appointed amid economic crisis and civil war, replacing Ahmed bin Mubarak.
Economy News
12. What is Morgan Stanley’s outlook on Indian equities?
Answer: Positive long-term prospects due to strong macro fundamentals, low inflation, and resilient domestic demand.
13. What record did India achieve in mineral production in FY 2024–25?
Answer: Highest-ever output in iron ore, bauxite, aluminium, and refined copper, driven by demand from steel, energy, and automotive sectors.
Appointments News
14. Who is the new MD of NFDC?
Answer: Prakash Magdum, a 1999-batch IIS officer with prior roles at NFAI, FTII, and Ministry of Defence.
Awards News
15. Who won the Pulitzer Prizes 2025 in journalism?
Answer: The New York Times (4 awards), Washington Post (Breaking News), Reuters (Investigative), and The New Yorker (3 awards) among others.
Defense News
16. What was India’s recent HADR exercise with Maldives?
Answer: INS Sharda conducted joint drills, SAR ops, and medical support under India’s MAHASAGAR vision.
17. What surveillance tech deal did India sign with the US?
Answer: $131 million HawkEye 360 satellite RF monitoring system to detect dark ships and enhance coastal security.
18. What indigenous mine was tested by DRDO and Indian Navy?
Answer: Multi-Influence Ground Mine (MIGM), validated for undersea warfare and ready for induction.
Sports News
19. Who won the Sudirman Cup 2025?
Answer: China defeated South Korea 3–1 to claim their 14th title, with key wins by Shi Yuqi and Feng Yanzhe.
Important Days
20. What is the theme of World Asthma Day 2025?
Answer: “Make inhaled treatments accessible for all” — promoting equitable care for 250 million asthma patients globally.