- Union Minister Piyush Goyal launched The Bharat Project on April 23, 2025, in Mumbai to empower 1 million entrepreneurs from rural and Tier 2/3 regions. It includes an AI-powered startup platform, education and upskilling, the Bharat Ideathon, and a ₹10,000 crore seed fund. The initiative aims to foster grassroots innovation and inclusive growth through diverse programs.
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- Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) earned the prestigious Level 5 Carbon Accreditation on April 18, 2025, under ACI’s Airport Carbon Accreditation program. It is one of the top four airports in the ACI Asia-Pacific and Middle East region to achieve this level.
- The press release "India’s Aviation Revolution" (April 22, 2025) outlines key reforms, including the Protection of Interest in Aircraft Objects Bill, 2025, and Bharatiya Vayuyan Adhiniyam, 2024 to modernize regulations. Infrastructure expanded with 12 Greenfield airports, ₹91,000 crore investments, and plans for 50 new airports.
- Karnataka is set to become the first state to finish a village-level survey of antiquities, as announced on April 18, 2025, during World Heritage Day. Covering 119 taluks, inscriptions and monuments will be geo-tagged for documentation. Plans include adding 1,000 protected sites to expand heritage conservation.
- India took strict measures against Pakistan after the Pahalgam terrorist attack on April 22, 2025, which claimed 26 lives. Actions included suspending the Indus Waters Treaty, closing the Attari-Wagah border, and expelling Pakistani military advisors. India also canceled the SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme for Pakistan and reduced diplomatic staff.
- On April 22, 2025, in New Delhi, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and Microsoft signed an MoU to launch “AI Careers for Women”. The initiative aims to train 20,000 women in AI skills through a 240-hour curriculum, aligned with National Education Policy (NEP). It includes 30 Centers of Excellence and 150 spoke centers in Tier-II and Tier-III towns.
- Indian Grandmaster Koneru Humpy won the Pune leg of the FIDE Women's Grand Prix 2024-25 on April 23, 2025, held at Amanora-The Fern, Pune. She secured the title in the sport of chess, triumphing over China's Zhu Jiner based on superior tiebreaks.
- On April 16, 2025, Indian cueist Sourav Kothari won the IBSF World Billiards Championship in Carlow, Ireland, defeating Pankaj Advani with a score of 725-480. This marked his first IBSF world title in the timed format and came 35 years after his father, Manoj Kothari, won the same championship.
- The Asian U18 Athletics Championships 2025 took place from April 15 to April 18 at Prince Naif Bin Abdulaziz Sports City, Dammam, Saudi Arabia. India achieved the 8th position, winning a total of 11 medals: 1 gold, 5 silver, and 5 bronze. A notable achievement was Himanshu Jakhar's historic gold medal in the boys' javelin throw.
- Manipur observed Khongjom Day on April 23, 2025, to honor the heroes of the Anglo-Manipuri War of 1891. The ceremony at Khongjom War Memorial Complex in Thoubal district paid tribute to warriors like Paona Brajabashi.
- National Panchayati Raj Day, celebrated on April 24, marks the implementation of the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1993, promoting local self-governance. In 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed Gram Sabhas in Madhubani, Bihar, and presented National Panchayat Awards. Infrastructure projects worth ₹13,500 crores were launched.
- Administrative Professionals Day, observed on April 23, recognizes the contributions of administrative staff like assistants and receptionists. Established in 1952, it evolved from National Secretaries Day to honor broader roles.
- UN Spanish Language Day is celebrated annually on April 23 to promote the history, culture, and significance of the Spanish language as one of the six official languages of the United Nations. The date honors the legacy of Miguel de Cervantes, the renowned Spanish writer, who passed away on this day in 1616.
- Indian filmmaker Jitendra Mishra was elected as President of Centre of Films for Children and Young People (CIFEJ) on April 24, 2025, for the 2025–2027 term. CIFEJ, a UNESCO-backed organization, promotes culturally diverse films for children and youth. Mishra's leadership aims to strengthen global platforms for youth-focused cinema.
- Captain (Retd.) Jagmohan was appointed as the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) on April 21, 2025. With over 25 years of experience in the Indian Navy, he brings expertise in naval design, project management, and business development.
- Sandeep Singh was appointed CEO of TrillionLoans Fintech on April 16, 2025, succeeding Sabyasachi Senapati. With 16+ years of experience, he aims to scale tech-driven credit solutions like merchant loans and MSME financing.
- Klaus Schwab stepped down as WEF Chairman on April 21, 2025, after 55 years of leadership. Peter Brabeck-Letmathe, the Vice Chairman, has been appointed interim Chairman, while a committee searches for a permanent successor.
- On April 18, 2025, Himachal Pradesh CM Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu released the book ‘Mere Achhe Din’ by Hari Singh Rana during the Statehood Day celebrations in Pangi. The book reflects Rana’s experiences and social contributions.
Questions:
Q.1 Which Indian athlete won a gold medal in the boys' javelin throw at the Asian U18 Athletics Championships 2025?a) Himanshu Jakhar
b) Neeraj Chopra
c) Annu Rani
d) Shivpal Singh
Answer: a) Himanshu Jakhar achieved a historic gold medal in the boys' javelin throw, contributing to India's overall medal tally at the championships.
Q.2 Who authored the book 'Mere Achhe Din'?
a) Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu
b) Hari Singh Rana
c) Manmohan Singh
d) Narendra Modi
a) Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu
b) Hari Singh Rana
c) Manmohan Singh
d) Narendra Modi
Answer: b) The book was written by Hari Singh Rana and released by the Himachal Pradesh CM.
