1. The Union Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) has released which syllabus for the National Curriculum for Early Childhood Care and Education 2024? – Foundations
National Panchayati Raj Day is celebrated every year on 24 April, this year the 14th National Panchayati Raj Day will be celebrated.
International Affairs
3. According to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), what is India’s rank in the world in terms of spending on armies and weapons in the year 2023? – Fourth
The Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) achieved captive breeding of the high-value marine fish, golden trevally.
This breakthrough will enhance sustainable seafood production and boost India’s mariculture activities.
Golden trevally, a reef-associated species, cohabits with larger fishes like skates and groupers.
It’s utilized for consumption and ornamental purposes.
CMFRI, under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, monitors and assesses marine fisheries resources within the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).
Established in 1967, CMFRI is part of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).
Sports
7. Recently player Saurav Ghosal announced his retirement, which sport is Saurav Ghosal related to? – Squash
The Shompen tribe, which is among the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in India, participated in the election process for the first time by casting their vote in the Andaman and Nicobar Lok Sabha constituency.
State Current Affairs
11. Tale Valley wildlife sanctuary, recently seen in news, is located in which state? – Arunachal Pradesh
Over 40 years, ISRO’s satellite imagery reveals a 178% expansion of the Gepang Gath glacial lake in Himachal Pradesh, growing from 36.49 to 101.30 hectares by 2022. ISRO warns of a 1.96-hectare yearly increase, signaling heightened risk.
Glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs) threaten downstream communities, triggered by natural dam failures due to factors like avalanches and extreme weather.
Recent GLOFs in Sikkim caused severe flooding, damaging infrastructure and raising concerns over future events.
13. Chithirai festival is celebrated in which state? – Tamil Nadu
