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05Apr 2025

Hamari Parampara Hamari Virasat Celebrates Tribal Heritage

Why in the News ? The Ministry of Panchayati Raj, along with Jharkhand’s Panchayati Raj Department, organised a national-level event in Delhi under ‘Hamari Parampara Hamari Virasat’ to celebrate tribal heritage, promote traditional knowledge, and stress the importance of education in tribal communities. Overview of the Event The Ministry of Panchayati Raj, in partnership with …

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05Apr 2025

Cabinet Approves Phase-II of Vibrant Villages Programme

Why in the News ? The Union Cabinet has approved Phase-II of the Vibrant Villages Programme, allocating ₹6,839 crore for the development of strategic villages along international land borders. The initiative aims to enhance security, improve infrastructure, and promote livelihoods in remote border areas. Overview of Vibrant Villages Programme – Phase II: The Union Cabinet …

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05Apr 2025

India Boosts Seaweed Farming for Blue Economy Growth

Why in News ? India is promoting seaweed cultivation under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana to increase production to 1.12 million tonnes in five years. The move aims to tap into the $5.6 billion global seaweed market and enhance sustainable aquaculture. Nutritional and Medicinal Power of Seaweeds: Seaweeds are nutrient-dense marine algae found in …

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05Apr 2025

NASA’s TESS Discovers Distant Warm Jupiter Exoplanet

Why in the News ? NASA’s TESS has discovered a “warm Jupiter” exoplanet over 1,000 light-years away using the transit method. This gas giant’s detection highlights TESS’s continued success in exoplanet exploration and deepens understanding of planetary formation and atmospheric characteristics beyond our solar system. Discovery by TESS: NASA’s Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS), launched …

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05Apr 2025

US Tariffs on Uninhabited Islands Raise Eyebrows

Why in the News ? The US imposed a 10% tariff on imports from Australia-governed Heard and McDonald Islands, which have no trade activity. Experts are puzzled, calling it symbolic or erroneous, given the islands’ ecological value and status as a protected nature reserve. Background and Geopolitical Context: The US President recently imposed a 10% …

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05Apr 2025

New Pamban Sea Bridge Replaces Historic Railway Link

Syllabus: GS-2: India and its Neighbourhood , Bilateral Groupings & Agreements , Regional Groupings , Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Focus: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate India’s first vertical-lift sea bridge at Rameswaram on April 6. This modern engineering marvel replaces the iconic 110-year-old Pamban railway bridge, …

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05Apr 2025

AI Education in Indian Schools

Syllabus GS 3: Artificial Intelligence Why in the News? Recently, discussions around integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) literacy in Indian school curricula have intensified, emphasizing the urgent need to prepare students for a future shaped by rapid AI advancements. Building AI Literacy in Indian Schools Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already shaping how we live and work. …

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04Apr 2025

Parliament Passes Bill to Protect Aircraft Interests

Why in the News ? Parliament has passed the Protection of Interests in Aircraft Objects Bill, 2025, to implement the Cape Town Convention and secure rights over aircraft assets. It aims to boost aircraft financing, align aviation laws with global standards, and promote leasing efficiency. Key Highlights of the Bill: Parliament has passed the Protection …

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04Apr 2025

Lok Sabha Passes Bill for Indigenous Coastal Fleet

Why in the News ? The Lok Sabha has passed the Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024, to regulate trade vessels in Indian coastal waters. The Bill aims to promote domestic fleet ownership, enhance national security, and boost India’s maritime economy through indigenous participation and global best practices. Key Highlights of the Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024: The …

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