Daily & Latest Current Affairs in 2025

Correct Answer :   May 8

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World Thalassaemia Day takes place on May 8 every year. It is dedicated to Thalassaemia patients who are battling an inherited disorder where the oxygen-carrying proteins in the blood are lesser than normal.

* In simpler words, the body fails to produce the required amount of haemoglobin. Hence, it is a day to create awareness regarding blood disease.

World Thalassaemia Day 2023 Theme : This year, the theme of International Thalassaemia Day is “Strengthening Education to Bridge the Thalassaemia Care Gap" which focuses on improving the skills and knowledge of the patients affected by the disease.

World Thalassaemia Day History : In 1994, World Thalassaemia Day was established and organized by the Thalassaemia International Federation (TIF), a non-profit organisation which was founded in 1986 by Mr Panos Englezos, Thalassaemia patients and their parents who represented the National Thalassaemia Association in the UK, USA, Greece, Italy and Cyprus. The day was first observed in memory of Mr Panos’ son, George, who had died from the disease.

World Thalassaemia Day Significance : It creates awareness about the disease among people, healthcare workers, and policymakers, and focuses on its prevention, treatment, and management. Several organizations and global communities work together to make Thalassemia treatment available to every affected person...

Source : Mint

Correct Answer :   May 8

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World Red Cross Day is also known as Red Crescent Day is celebrated on May 8 every year to honor the birth anniversary of Henry Dunant, who founded the Red Cross and was awarded the first Nobel Peace Prize.

He was born on May 8, 1828. This day recognises the significant contributions of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement toward providing humanitarian services to individuals regardless of their race, religion, or political beliefs.

A variety of events, fundraisers, and awareness campaigns are held around the world to honor the humanitarian work of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement on World Red Cross Day. The day serves as an opportunity to acknowledge the organization's significance and honor the millions of volunteers worldwide who have dedicated their time and resources to helping those in need.

World Red Cross Day 2023 Theme : The theme of World Red Cross Day 2023 is ‘Everything we do comes #fromtheheart’.

World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day, is a time to celebrate the spirit of humanitarianism and recognise the individuals who make a difference in their communities.

World Red Cross Day History : The first Red Cross Day was celebrated on May 8, 1948. During World War II, the Tokyo proposal came into effect in 1946.

The Board of Governors of the League of Red Cross Societies (LORCS), which later became the General Assembly of the International Federation of Red Cross Societies, suggested the possibility of annual celebrations.

Two years later the proposal of celebrating annually World Red Cross Day was adopted on 8 May 1948, the birth anniversary of Henry Dunant, the founder of the Red Cross. As of 1984, the event is officially known as "World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day"..

Source : India Today

Correct Answer :   Rajasthan

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After Jammu and Kashmir, lithium reserves have been traced in Rajasthan's Degana district , according to officials it is said that lithium reserves are higher than the ones recently found in Jammu and Kashmir.

* Officials have even alleged that the quantity of lithium here can meet around 80% of India's demand. For the first time, lithium reserves were found in Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi in February 2023.

* This was the first significant mineral discovery in India, as previously only a small reserve had been discovered in Karnataka. It attributes the discovery to the mines ministry's new focus on rare earth.

* Since lithium is a key component of batteries used in electric vehicles, the government is searching for rare metal reserves both within and outside the country.

* Apart from GSI, a consortium of three Public-sector Undertaking companies – National Aluminium Company, Hindustan Copper, and Mineral Exploration Corp – is working to provide a vehicle for research & development for recycling, acquisition, and also joint manufacturing of Lithium-ion batteries.

* Lithium reserves are concentrated in the lithium triangle in South America – Argentina, Bolivia & Chile, with 50% of the deposits concentrated in these regions. China, meanwhile, has the lead over other countries and China controls 75% of Lithium refining.

* India's plan to increase EV penetration by 30% by 2030 relies heavily on lithium - as of now, only a little more than 1% of all vehicle sales in the country are electric vehicles.

* A lithium battery is the only alternative for electric vehicles since it has a high power-to-weight ratio, enabling it to provide a large charge while keeping the vehicle's curb weight low. It is more energy efficient and performs better at a wide range of temperatures. This makes it a safer, more reliable method than other materials..

Source : Mint

Correct Answer :   G Kishan Reddy

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* Union Tourism Minister G Kishan Reddy has inaugurated a PM Jan Aushadhi Kendra at Warasiguda in Secunderabad 7th May 2023.

* Mr Reddy said these Jan Aushadhi Kendras provide affordable healthcare and generate self-employment opportunities for youth.

* He said the Pradhan Mantri Bharatiya Janaushadhi scheme has been launched to make quality generic medicines available to the common man at low cost.

* He said medicines are available at 50-90 percent lower prices in Janausadhi Kendras than the rates found in regular medical shops. The Union Minister said that there is no compromise on the quality of medicines even if they are given at a low price..

Source : AIR

Correct Answer :   Rajnath Singh

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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Monday (8th May 2023) inaugurated the nation’s first Indian Air Force Heritage Centre in Chandigarh’s Sector 18.

* Spread across 17,000 sqft at the Government Press Building, the heritage centre highlights the IAF’s role in various wars. It houses five vintage aircraft and will provide visitors with cockpit exposure and an experience with flight simulators.

* It also houses the first IAF-made patent aircraft Air Force ‘Kanpur-1 Vintage Prototype Aircraft’, a single-engine indigenous flying machine designed and built by the late Air Vice Marshal Harjinder Singh in 1958 at Base Repair Depot Kanpur.

* Singh is accompanied by Chandigarh Union Territory (UT) Administrator Banwarilal Purohit, Air Chief Marshal V R Chaudhari, Member of Parliament (MP) Kirron Kher and other officers of the administration.

* A souvenir shop equipped with the IAF’s memorial and scale models has been set up at the centre. A theme-based cafe will also be operational for the public.

* The Defence Minister, who is on a one-day visit to Chandigarh, will inaugurate and lay the foundation stones for a few other projects in the city as well.

* A beautiful one-foot wall that has pictures of 58 vintage and retired aircraft will serve as a visual treat to visitors..

Source : Indian Express

Correct Answer :   Piyush Goyal

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Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, and Textiles, Shri Piyush Goyal along with Hon'ble Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, Government of Canada, will co-chair the discussions for the sixth India- Canada Ministerial Dialogue on Trade and Investment (MDTI) 8th May 2023 in Ottawa.

* MDTI is a bilateral mechanism which provides institutional mechanism to discuss a broad spectrum of trade and investment related issues and cooperation areas.

* The Dialogue will focus on various themes including strengthening the Bilateral Trade Relationship between India and Canada, Investment Promotion and Cooperation, Green Transition – including Critical Minerals discussion and new Areas of Cooperation such as promoting B2B engagements.

* The Ministers will also review India-Canada CEPA (Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement) negotiations. At the last MDTI meeting in March 2022, both Ministers launched the CEPA negotiations with a possibility to have an interim agreement or EPTA (Early Progress Trade Agreement). Since then, seven rounds of negotiations have been held.

* The Minister will also be visiting Toronto from 9th to 10th May 2023, where he will have various engagements to promote trade & investment. These engagements will include meetings with CEOs of key Canadian companies, Round Table of Indian and Canadian CEOs, interaction with Canadian and Indian companies based in Canada and Financial Sector Round table etc. The Minister would be accompanied by a delegation of Indian CEOs led by FICCI.

* The Minister will inaugurate the Indian Pavilion at SIAL CANADA-2023, which is the largest food innovation trade show in North America with participation of more than 1000 national & international exhibitors from 50 countries.

* The event will address the needs of the retail, food service & food processing industries. At SIAL Canada, Indian business participation consists of delegation from Trade Promotion Council of India (TPCI), Agricultural & Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) and Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM).

* There will also be a Trade and Investment Promotion Event for the Agricultural and Food Processing sector with Indian companies and Canadian importers on the sidelines of SIAL-2023. This event is likely to be attended by 200 companies..

Source : PIB

Correct Answer :   Nityanand Rai

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Union Minister Nityanand Rai inaugurated the Dawki Land Port in Meghalaya's West Jaintia Hills district to promote trade and commerce between India and Bangladesh.

* The Union Minister of State for Home Affairs inaugurated the land port on Thursday (4th May 2023) in the presence of Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister Sniawbhalang Dhar.

* Rai said the land port is expected to boost the tourism and business sectors.

* "This (port) has been made keeping in mind the two countries' requirements. It has good infrastructure, a slew of facilities such as godown, canteen, cargo for tourists and electric substation. The aim is to bring together all the agencies and stakeholders under a single roof," he said.

* The Dawki Land Port is located in West Jaintia Hills in Meghalaya, 55 km from the district headquarters, Jowai, and about 84 km from Meghalaya's capital Shillong. The corresponding Land Port in Bangladesh is Tamabil, located in the Sylhet district.

* The Dawki Land port will serve as a vital trade and transportation hub between India and Bangladesh and will facilitate the movement of goods, people, and vehicles across the border. It will also facilitate passenger movement across the border..

Source : Republic World

Correct Answer :   Neera Tanden

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* United States President Joe Biden on Friday (5th May 2023) named Indian-American "Neera Tanden" as his Domestic Policy Advisor to help him craft and implement his domestic policy agenda.

* Tanden replaces Susan Rice as Biden's Domestic Policy Advisor.

* "Tanden will be the first Asian-American to lead any of the three major White House policy councils in history," Biden said.

* Tanden currently serves as Senior Advisor to President Biden and Staff Secretary.

* She served in both the Obama and Clinton administrations, as well as presidential campaigns and think tanks.

* Tanden previously served as senior advisor for health reform at the Department of Health and Human Services..

Source : India Today

Correct Answer :   May 7

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World Athletics Day is observed every year on May 7 to mark the importance of athletes and sportspersons globally.

World Athletics Day 2023 Theme : The theme for World Athletics Day 2023 is 'Athletics for All – A New Beginning'.

World Athletics Day History : World Athletics Day was established by the late Primo Nebiolo, the then-president of the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF). The first World Athletics Day was held on May 15, 1996, with the participation of over 50 countries. The IAAF, founded in Stockholm, Sweden, on July 17, 1912, is known as World Athletics since 2019. Headquartered in Monaco, it is the premier international governing body for athletics and athletes.

World Athletics Day 2023 Significance :  The aim of World Athletics Day 2023 on May 7 is to promote the importance of athletics as a sport and encourage young and school children to take up athletics. World Athletics Day was also established to promote inclusivity in sport. The day celebrates and promotes maximum participation of people in athletics, including school athletics, running, and social responsibility..

Source : Economic Times

Correct Answer :   KITS Warangal

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The Centre for Innovation Incubation Research and Entrepreneurship (C-i2 RE) was inaugurated 5th May 2023 by IT Minister K Taraka Ramarao at the Kakatiya Institute of Technology & Science (KITS) Warangal campus in Telangana.

* On the occasion, the Minister said, the Centre will promote innovation and entrepreneurship in the student community to inculcate research and innovative skills among the students, faculty, and young researchers.

* Over five crore rupees have been invested in the necessary infrastructural facilities.  He said, the Centre will be helpful to design live projects for the benefit of society.

* The main objective of the Innovation Centre is to face the latest Engineering, technological and entrepreneurship challenges in the 21st Century and to adopt advanced technologies. KITS Warangal is known for its quality education and the ethical behaviour of students in their place of work..

Source : AIR