The Clarion-Clipperton Zone was recently in the news due to Polymetallic Nodules related activities. What are Polymetallic Nodules? Clarion-Clipperton Zone: A Mining Hotspot 🏗️ Deep-Sea Mining Timeline ⏳ (Source: The Hindu)
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Digital Crop Survey (DCS) System
The Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has introduced the Digital Crop Survey (DCS) System, which aims to gather real-time crop-sown details directly from the field through a mobile interface. What is Digital Crop Survey? Agri Stack – A Secure Digital Framework Farmers’ Registry – Inclusive & Secure (Source: PIB)
Staff-Level Agreement
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has finalized a staff-level agreement with Pakistan for a $1.3 billion loan package over 28 months to support the country’s climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts.
Tribhuvan Sahkari University Bill, 2025
The Lok Sabha on March 26, 2025 passed the Tribhuvan Sahkari University Bill, 2025 to establish the country’s first national cooperative university at the Institute of Rural Management Anand (IRMA) in Gujarat.
Signal App Controversy
The editor-in-chief of The Atlantic revealed that he was unexpectedly invited to an encrypted chat group on Signal called “Houthi PC small group” on March 13.🔹 According to him, this group allegedly coordinates U.S. military action against the Houthis in Yemen. About Signal & Its Encryption: Significance of the Revelation:
UPSC PRELIMS + MAINS CURRENT AFFAIRS DAILY TEST SERIES: 25 MARCH 2025
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In-House Inquiry Procedure
The Chief Justice of India (CJI) has constituted an in-house inquiry committee to investigate allegations of misconduct against Justice Yashwant Varma, following the recovery of large sums of cash from his residence during a fire-control operation. Supreme Court’s In-House Inquiry Procedure: Possible Outcomes of Inquiry: (Source: TH)
I-T rules amended to expand safe harbour laws
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has notified amendments to the Income-Tax Rules, 1962, expanding the scope of safe harbour rules to support electric vehicle (EV) and EV battery makers in India. Key Amendments: What is Safe Harbour in Taxation? (Source: Mint)
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Commemorative postage stamp on Mata Karma’s 1009th birth anniversary
The Department of Posts, Government of India, has unveiled a commemorative postage stamp to mark the 1009th birth anniversary of Mata Karma. (Source: DD News)
Climate Resilient Coastal Fishermen Villages (CRCFV) & BOBLME Project
The Union Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying has emphasized the threat posed by climate change to the Blue Economy, which could severely impact fishermen and coastal communities. To address these challenges, the government has launched key initiatives to enhance resilience and sustainability in the fisheries sector. Key Initiatives: (Source: DD News)
Rushikonda Beach wins back Blue Flag tag
Andhra Pradesh’s Rushikonda Beach has once again received the Blue Flag tag. The Blue Flag tag was temporarily withdrawn by the Denmark-based Foundation for Environment Education (FEE) after it received complaints of poor maintenance of amenities at Rushikonda. (Source: TH) Rushikonda Beach in Visakhapatnam is the only Blue Flag beach in Andhra Pradesh and is among the 13 Blue Flag beaches in India.
Export of GI-Tagged Dalle Chilly from Sikkim to the Solomon Islands
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Union Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has successfully exported the first consignment of GI-Tagged Dalle Chilly from Sikkim to the Solomon Islands. About Dalle Chilly: Geographical Indication (GI) Tag: Significance of Export: (Source: PIB)
AIKEYME & IOS Sagar Initiatives
India will launch AIKEYME (Africa-India Key Maritime Engagement), its first major naval exercise with African nations, in mid-April 2025. The exercise will be co-hosted by the Indian Navy and the Tanzania People’s Defence Force (TPDF) off Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Key Details of AIKEYME 2025: Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) Sagar Initiative (Source: The Print)
RBI Revises Priority Sector Lending (PSL) Guidelines
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued revised guidelines on Priority Sector Lending (PSL) to improve the targeting of bank credit to key economic sectors. Key Changes in PSL Guidelines: Sectors Covered Under PSL: (Source: Moneycontrol)