🇮🇳 National News
1. Supreme Court Reaffirms Ban on Electoral Bonds
The Supreme Court once again highlighted the importance of transparency in political funding, standing firm on its earlier decision to scrap the electoral bonds scheme. This is a big move towards cleaner elections in India.
2. Agni Prime Missile Successfully Tested by DRDO
India’s defense capabilities received a boost as DRDO successfully test-fired the new-gen Agni Prime missile from Odisha’s coast. It’s nuclear-capable, mobile, and designed with enhanced accuracy.
🌐 International Affairs
3. India to Host SCO Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in May
New Delhi will be the venue for the upcoming SCO (Shanghai Cooperation Organization) foreign ministers’ summit. Expect talks around security, trade, and regional cooperation.
4. World Bank’s Global Outlook: India to Grow at 6.7% in 2025
India remains among the fastest-growing major economies. The World Bank’s new report credits this to strong consumer demand and a big push in infrastructure.
💰 Economy & Finance
5. RBI Pilots Digital Rupee in Interbank Lending
The Reserve Bank of India is now testing its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) in the interbank loan space. This pilot is part of India’s cautious yet steady march into the digital currency world.
6. SEBI Tightens IPO Rules for Fintech Startups
To protect investors, SEBI has introduced tougher disclosure rules for fintech companies planning to go public. This move is meant to bring more clarity and trust to the market.
🏏 Sports Update
7. India Wins U-19 Asia Cup 2025
Team India brought home the trophy after defeating Pakistan by 6 wickets in the U-19 Asia Cup final held in Colombo. Rohit Dey was the star of the match with an all-round show.
📅 Important Day
8. World Liver Day – April 19
This year’s theme is “Liver Health is a Lifestyle Choice.” It’s a reminder for all of us to eat right, exercise, and reduce alcohol intake for a healthier liver.
🛰️ Science & Technology
9. ISRO Gears Up for Chandrayaan-4 in 2026
After Chandrayaan-3’s success, ISRO is now aiming even higher with Chandrayaan-4, a mission focused on landing near the Moon’s south pole and bringing back samples to Earth.
🔍 Quick Recap – One-Liners for Fast Revision
- India climbs to 39th position in the World Press Freedom Index 2025.
- DRDO unveils lightweight bulletproof jackets for soldiers.
- PM launches Ayushman Gram Yojana to boost rural health coverage.
- External Affairs Minister Jaishankar to visit Russia next week for high-level talks.
💡 Tip for Aspirants: Revise these facts daily and make a habit of noting them in your own words. Linking them to static GK can help in both Prelims and Mains.