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CURRENT AFFAIRS: BANKING AND FINANCE

National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development –New Development Bank  Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Boost Infrastructure Development in India

  • National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development (NaBFID) and the New Development Bank (NDB) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
  • Objective: To create a sustainable infrastructure financing market and foster a robust ecosystem for long-term development.

Key Objectives of the MoU

  • Bridge the infrastructure financing gap in India.
  • Explore collaboration in clean energy, sustainable transportation, efficient water/sewage systems, and other environmental projects.
  • Promote joint research, capacity building, seminars, and knowledge sharing.

About NaBFID (National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development)

  • What: Development Finance Institution (DFI) for long-term infrastructure funding in India.
  • Established under: NaBFID Act, 2021.
  • Regulated by: Reserve Bank of India (RBI) as an All-India Financial Institution (AIFI).

Key Features

  • Capital base to be scaled to ₹1 trillion.
  • Focus on medium to long-term finance (1–5+ years).
  • Promotes Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs).
  • Supports financial viability of large infrastructure projects.
  • Engages in collaboration with global financial institutions.

About the New Development Bank (NDB)

  • What: Multilateral development bank formed by BRICS nations (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa).
  • Idea Proposed: 2012 BRICS Summit (New Delhi).
  • Established: Fortaleza Declaration, 15 July 2014.
  • Became Operational: 21 July 2015.

Aims

  • Mobilize resources for infrastructure and sustainable development in EMDCs (Emerging Markets and Developing Countries).
  • Encourage green and inclusive growth.

Asian Development Outlook April 2025: India’s Economic Growth Remains Resilient Amid Global Challenges

  • According to the Asian Development Outlook (ADO), April 2025, India’s economy is projected to maintain a strong growth trajectory despite external headwinds.
  • The Asian Development Bank (ADB) forecasts GDP growth of 6.7% in FY2025 and 6.8% in FY2026, fueled by higher domestic demand, rising rural incomes, and easing inflation.
  • Meanwhile, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has slightly revised its GDP growth projection to 6.5% for FY2025, citing concerns related to global trade and policy uncertainties.

Key Points

  1. GDP Growth Projections
  • ADB Estimates:
    • FY2025: 6.7%
    • FY2026: 6.8%
  • RBI Estimate:
    • Revised to 6.5% for FY2025 (from 6.7%)
  1. Major Growth Drivers
  2. Domestic Demand
  • Driven by higher rural incomes
  • Urban middle class to boost spending through increased disposable income
  1. Inflation Trends
  • Projected to moderate to 4.3% in FY2026, and 4.0% in FY2027
  • Expected to enhance consumer sentiment
  1. Policy Measures
  • Income tax relief for middle-class households
  • Repo rate cuts totaling 50 basis points, current repo rate at 6.0%
  1. Sectoral Outlook
  • Services Sector:
    • Will continue to be the primary growth engine
    • Driven by exports of business services, education, and healthcare
  • Agriculture Sector:
    • Strong growth anticipated in FY2025 due to robust rabi crop (wheat and pulses)
  • Manufacturing Sector:
    • Expected to rebound in FY2026 after weak performance in FY2024–25
    • Regulatory reforms to support industrial activity
  1. Investments & Infrastructure
  • Urban Infrastructure:
    • New fund created with ₹100 billion (USD 1.17 billion) allocation
  • Private Investments:
    • Facing short-term pressure from global uncertainty
    • Long-term boost expected from policy reforms and falling interest rates

Recent news

  • In March 2025, The Asian Development Bank (ADB) funded the Strengthening Multimodal and Integrated Logistics Ecosystem (SMILE) Program to improve India’s logistics infrastructure, lower logistics costs, and increase efficiency.
  • In March 2025, The Asian Development Bank (ADB) launched the Frontier Seed (Pacific) program to support local businesses, strengthen capital markets, and promote sustainable economic growth in the Pacific region.

About ADB

  • Headquarters: Mandaluyong, Philippines
  • Founded: 19 December 1966
  • President: Masato Kanda
  • Membership: 69 countries

CURRENT AFFAIRS: NATIONAL NEWS

Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) Baseline Report 2022–23 Released

  • In a major initiative to boost accountability and performance in rural governance, the Ministry of Panchayati Raj has launched the first-ever Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) baseline report for FY 2022–23.
  • This innovative tool evaluates the performance of over 2.5 lakh Gram Panchayats (GPs) across India using a framework based on nine Localized Sustainable Development Goal (LSDG) themes.
  • The initiative aims to ensure evidence-based planning, data-backed monitoring, and a competitive governance environment at the Panchayat level.

Key Points

Coverage and Data Validation

  • Total Gram Panchayats assessed: 2,55,699
  • Panchayats with validated data: 2,16,285
  • Data validated by respective States and UTs.
  • Meghalaya, Nagaland, Goa, Puducherry, and West Bengal excluded due to pending data validation.

Performance Classification (Based on Validated Entries)

  • Front Runners: 699 GPs (0.3%)
  • Performers: 77,298 GPs (35.8%)
  • Aspirants: 1,32,392 GPs (61.2%)
  • Beginners: 5,896 GPs (2.7%)
  • Achievers: 0 (No GP attained this category in the first assessment)

Top Performing States (Number of Front Runner GPs)

  • Gujarat: 346
  • Telangana: 270
  • Followed by Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh

States with Highest Number of Aspirant Panchayats

  • Bihar
  • Chhattisgarh
  • Andhra Pradesh

Assessment Framework

  • Based on 9 Localized Sustainable Development Goal (LSDG) themes.
  • Includes 435 performance indicators from the National Indicator Framework (NIF) developed by MoSPI.

Nine LSDG Themes

  1. Poverty-free and enhanced livelihoods
  2. Healthy Panchayat
  3. Child-friendly Panchayat
  4. Water-sufficient Panchayat
  5. Clean and green Panchayat
  6. Self-sufficient infrastructure
  7. Socially secured Panchayat
  8. Good governance
  9. Women-friendly Panchayat

Data Collection Mechanism

  • Data collected through the multilingual online PAI Portal: pai.gov.in

Union Cabinet Approves Modernization of Command Area Development and Water Management Sub-Scheme under  Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana

  • The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved a new sub-scheme titled Modernization of Command Area Development and Water Management (M-CADWM) under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY).
  • With an approved outlay of ₹1,600 crore for FY 2025–2026, this scheme aims to improve irrigation infrastructure, water-use efficiency, and the integration of modern technologies to boost agricultural productivity and farmer income.
  • The sub-scheme is designed as a precursor to a comprehensive national plan that will be launched from April 2026, aligning with the 16th Finance Commission period.

Key Points

Outlay and Duration

  • Total Outlay: ₹1,600 crore
  • Implementation Period: FY 2025–2026

Parent Scheme

  • Implemented as a sub-scheme of the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY).

Primary Objective

  • Modernize irrigation water supply networks from existing canals or alternative sources up to the farm gate in clustered areas.

Infrastructure Focus

  • Emphasis on backend infrastructure for micro-irrigation using pressurized underground piping systems.
  • Irrigation support targeted for up to 1 hectare per farmer.

Technology Integration

  • Incorporates SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) and Internet of Things (IoT) for:
    • Water accounting
    • Real-time water management
  • Objective: Enhance Water Use Efficiency (WUE) at the farm level.

Community-Based Sustainability

  • Promotes Irrigation Management Transfer (IMT) to Water User Societies (WUS).
  • WUS will receive support and be linked to:
    • FPOs (Farmer Producer Organizations)
    • PACS (Primary Agricultural Credit Societies)
  • Support period: Five years.

Youth and Innovation Focus

  • Aims to involve youth in agriculture through modern irrigation technologies and entrepreneurship.

Future Outlook

  • Learnings from the pilot phase will inform the creation of a National Plan for CADWM to be launched in April 2026, during the 16th Finance Commission period.

Inter-AIIMS Referral Portal Launched to Revolutionize Digital Healthcare in India

  • In a major boost to India’s digital healthcare infrastructure, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, J.P. Nadda, launched the Inter-AIIMS Referral Portal, developed by AIIMS New Delhi.
  • This indigenously designed portal aims to overhaul the patient referral system by enhancing coordination among AIIMS institutions and reducing procedural delays.
  • The initiative uses advanced technologies such as facial recognition and automated workflows to promote a more patient-centric, efficient, and error-free healthcare experience.

Key Points

Launch and Developer

  • Launched by Union Minister J.P. Nadda
  • Developed by AIIMS New Delhi

Objective

  • To streamline patient referrals between AIIMS hospitals
  • Ensure secure, efficient, and transparent healthcare delivery
  • Support the government’s push for digital transformation in healthcare

Technology Integration

  • Equipped with facial recognition systems for secure patient identification
  • Automated workflows to eliminate manual errors and reduce waiting times
  • Aims to provide a seamless referral experience and enhanced patient care

Pilot Phase

  • Initial rollout connects AIIMS New Delhi and AIIMS Bilaspur
  • Pilot will help test protocols and address challenges before nationwide expansion

IIM Ahmedabad to Launch First Global Campus in Dubai: A Strategic Leap in Indian Higher Education

  • In a milestone move for India’s higher education sector, the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIM-A) is set to establish its first international campus in Dubai.
  • This announcement follows the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between IIM-Ahmedabad and the UAE Government.
  • The new campus will strengthen India’s global standing in management education and serve professionals and entrepreneurs across regions.
  • The initiative is planned in two phases, with academic operations beginning in September 2025 and a permanent campus set for completion by 2029.

Key Points

  1. First Overseas Campus of IIM Ahmedabad
  • Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Announced after an MoU signed with the UAE Government
  • Marks IIM-A’s entry into international education space
  1. MBA Program Details
  • One-year full-time MBA program
  • Target audience: Global professionals and entrepreneurs
  • First batch begins in September 2025
  1. Phased Implementation
  • Phase 1: Operations to begin at Dubai International Academic City (DIAC)
  • Phase 2: Permanent campus to be ready by 2029 on UAE-provided land
  1. Strategic Vision and Location
  • Dubai chosen for its role as a global hub of innovation and investment
  • Offers access to international markets, world-class faculty, and diverse peer groups
  • Supports IIM-A’s mission of globalizing Indian management education
  1. Government Support and Partnerships
  • Supported by Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
  • Backed by UAE officials including Hadi Badri (CEO, DEDC)
  • Praised by India’s Ambassador to UAE, Sunjay Sudhir, as a landmark in India-UAE ties
  1. Program Structure and Curriculum
  • Program spans five terms
  • Offers a rigorous academic framework with global exposure
  • Includes a diverse set of electives for specialization

Recent news

  • In March 2025, India emerged as the leading source of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) into Dubai, surpassing the United States, France, and the United Kingdom in 2024.
  • Dubai is preparing to host the inaugural Global Justice, Love & Peace Summit on April 12-13, 2025, at the Dubai Exhibition Centre in Expo City.

CURRENT AFFAIRS: STATE NEWS

Union Health Minister  J.P. Nadda Launches Expanded Ayushman Bharat in Odisha

  • Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda will visit Odisha to inaugurate an expanded version of the Ayushman Bharat health scheme, along with two other major health insurance schemes.
  • The launch will take place in Cuttack, with Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi also attending the event.

Schemes Launched During the Visit

  1. Expanded Ayushman Bharat (AB-PMJAY)
    2. Ayushman Vayo-Vandana Yojana (Central Scheme)
    3. Gopabandhu Jan Arogya Yojana (GJAY – State Scheme)
  • Target Coverage: Approximately 1.03 crore families in Odisha
  • Empanelled Hospitals: Over 29,000 hospitals across India (previously only 900)
  • Total Beneficiaries: Estimated 3.5 crore people

Ayushman Vayo-Vandana Yojana – Key Features

  • Covers all citizens aged 70 and above, regardless of income
  • Health insurance per family: ₹5 lakh
  • Additional ₹5 lakh for female members
  • If elderly (70+) included: Total coverage up to ₹15 lakh per family

Gopabandhu Jan Arogya Yojana (GJAY)

  • A state-specific health insurance scheme launched by the Odisha Government
  • Will function in coordination with Ayushman Bharat to expand coverage

Financial Allocation and Implementation

  • Five-year budget: ₹27,019 crore (approved by Odisha Cabinet)
  • Launch monitored by senior ministers across 12 districts

Recent news

  • In April 2025, Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOCL) announced an investment of ₹61,077 crore to establish a world-class petrochemical complex in Paradip, Odisha.

Tripura Launches 18 Opioid Substitution Therapy (OST) Centres

  • The Tripura Government has launched 18 Opioid Substitution Therapy (OST) centres across primary health centres in West Tripura district to tackle substance abuse and provide rehabilitation.

Key Features of the OST Initiative

  • Total Centres: 18 OST centres
  • Location: Across Primary Health Centres (PHCs) in West Tripura district
  • Joint Operation:
    • West Tripura District Administration
    • Tripura State AIDS Control Society (TSACS)
  • Funding: Fully funded by the Tripura Government
    • Unlike existing centres, which are funded by NACO (National AIDS Control Organisation) and TSACS

Model and Inspiration

  • Inspired by: Punjab’s Outpatient Opioid Assisted Treatment (OAAT) model
  • Approach:
    • Counselling + Medical Intervention
    • Aimed at rehabilitation and reintegration of drug abuse victims

Background and Impact

  • Tripura’s HIV/AIDS response began in late 1990s
  • Services for Injecting Drug Users (IDUs) started in 2011
  • Estimated IDUs in Tripura: 10,500
  • OST Program (as of January):
    • 5,520 individuals accessed services
    • 612 individuals completed treatment and reintegrated into society

Recent news

  • In a landmark development on January 28, 2025, Tripura became the first northeastern state to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Digital India Bhashini Division (DIBD) of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).

LEAP: Andhra Pradesh’s New Education Model to Be Launched from 2025–26

  • The Andhra Pradesh government, under the leadership of Education Minister Nara Lokesh, has announced the launch of LEAP (Learning Excellence in Andhra Pradesh) – a comprehensive education reform initiative.
  • It aims to boost learning outcomes, foster 21st-century skills, and align with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

Key Points

  1. Overview of LEAP
  • Full form: Learning Excellence in Andhra Pradesh
  • Launch: From academic year 2025–26
  • Objective: Improve foundational literacy, numeracy, and equip students with 21st-century skills
  1. Core Focus Areas
  • Foundational Learning:
    • Strengthening Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN)
    • Emphasis on play-based learning and pedagogical training
  • Technology Integration:
    • Introduction of AI-driven remedial assessment system
    • Enables personalised learning pathways for students
  1. Curriculum Reforms
  • Aligned with NEP 2020
  • Focus on:
    • Holistic and value-based education
    • Digital literacy
    • Leadership and life skills
    • Extracurricular development
  • Bridge Courses: For smooth transitions into Grades 6 and 9
  • Summer Learning Packets: Assignments and assessments for Grades 6–8
  1. Infrastructure Development
  • Upgradation of all pre-primary and primary classrooms
    • Use of BaLA (Building as Learning Aid) elements
    • Creation of print-rich, interactive learning environments
  • Establishment of 2–3 Model Anganwadi Centres (AWCs) per assembly constituency
    • Features: Girl child-friendly toilets, electricity, and water connections
  1. Teacher Training and Evaluation
  • Performance-linked training: Based on student learning outcomes
  • Provision of:
    • Robust training modules
    • E-content for best practices
    • Vocational modules
    • Leadership training for principals
  • Workshops and mentorship programmes to enhance teacher capacity
  1. Vision for 2029
  • Goal: Develop a world-class education system in Andhra Pradesh by 2029
  • Focus on:
    • Technology integration
    • Inclusive practices
    • Global competency and leadership qualities among students

CURRENT AFFAIRS: AWARDS AND HONOUR

Uttar Pradesh Police’s Crime-Tracking Portal Wins SKOCH Award

  • In a significant achievement, the Uttar Pradesh Police’s ‘Investigation, Prosecution and Conviction Portal’ has received the SKOCH Award at the national level under the “Police & Safety”
  • The award acknowledges UP Police’s efforts in digitally modernizing investigation and prosecution processes, enhancing the speed, transparency, and accountability of criminal justice delivery.

Key Points

  • Developed by the Technical Services Unit of UP Police.
  • Tracks and monitors serious and sensitive crimes, including:
    • Mafia-related offenses
    • POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) cases
    • Rape and other heinous crimes

RECENT NEWS

  • In April 2025,Nikhil Singhal, a distinguished media strategist, Founder of Vigor Media Worldwide, and President of the Noida High Rise Federation, was honored with the prestigious Uttar Pradesh Anmol Ratan Award.

Indian President Droupadi Murmu Awarded Honorary Doctorate in Slovakia

  • On the concluding day of her four-day state visit to Slovakia and Portugal, President Droupadi Murmu was conferred an Honorary Doctorate by Constantine The Philosopher University in Nitra, Slovakia. 0
  • The honor recognizes her distinguished public service, commitment to social justice, and her advocacy for education, women’s empowerment, and cultural preservation.
  • This prestigious recognition reflects India’s rising global influence and Murmu’s unique contribution as a representative of democratic values and inclusive governance.

Key Points

  • Awarding Institution: Constantine The Philosopher University, Nitra, Slovakia
    An institution named after Saint Constantine Cyril, a key figure in Slavic cultural history.
  • Occasion: Conferred on the final day of President Murmu’s 4-day visit to Slovakia and Portugal.
  • Honor Bestowed: Honorary Doctorate in recognition of her service to public life and humanity.

Reasons for the Honor

  • Distinguished governance and public service
  • Strong advocacy for social justice and inclusion
  • Contributions to education and women’s empowerment
  • Promotion of cultural and linguistic diversity, especially recognition of the Santhali language

About Constantine The Philosopher University

  • Located in Nitra, one of Slovakia’s oldest cities (~established 870 AD)
  • Comprises 5 faculties and over 7,000 students, including 400 international students
  • Known for awarding honorary degrees to those who:
    • Make notable contributions to education, science, or culture
    • Promote democracy, humanism, and international cooperation
  • Fernando Henrique Cardoso, former President of Brazil (awarded in 2002)

About slovakia

  • Capital: Bratislava
  • Currency: Euro
  • President: Peter Pellegrini
  • Prime minister: Robert Fico

National Maritime Varuna Award 2025: Rajesh Unni Honoured for Maritime Excellence

  • During the 62nd National Maritime Day celebrations in Mumbai, Rajesh Unni, founder of Synergy Marine Group, received the National Maritime Varuna Award — India’s highest individual honour in the maritime sector.

Key Points

  1. About the Award
  • Name: National Maritime Varuna Award
  • Presented by: Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
  • Significance: Highest individual recognition in India’s maritime industry
  • Purpose: To honour individuals for extraordinary and sustained contributions to the maritime sector
  1. Rajesh Unni – Awardee (2025)
  • Position: Founder of Synergy Marine Group
  • Contribution:
    • Pioneered innovative ship management practices
    • Promoted sustainability and digital solutions in maritime operations
    • Strengthened the role of Indian-flagged vessels in global maritime trade

About Synergy Marine Group

  • Core Function: Third-party ship management and integrated maritime solutions
  • Special Focus: Managing Indian-flagged vessels
  • Recognized as a global leader in providing maritime solutions that align with modern standards of safety, efficiency, and sustainability

CURRENT AFFAIRS: OBITUARIES

Spiritual Luminary Dadi Ratan Mohini Passed Away at the age of 100

  • Dadi Ratan Mohini, the revered spiritual head of the Brahma Kumaris, passed away at a private hospital in Ahmedabad shortly after celebrating her 100th birthday on March 25, 2025.
  • As a guiding force and chief administrator of the world-renowned spiritual organization since 2021, she dedicated her life to promoting peace, moral values, and spiritual consciousness globally.

About Dadi Ratan Mohini

  • Born as Lakshmi in Hyderabad, Sindh (now in Pakistan), she left an enduring legacy through international initiatives such as the World Peace Conference in Japan in 1954.
  • Her demise marks the end of a profound journey devoted to the spiritual upliftment of humanity.

Global Influence and Contributions

  • Represented the Brahma Kumaris at international platforms, including the World Peace Conference in Japan (1954)
  • Undertook extensive international outreach, visiting countries such as Hong Kong, Singapore, and Malaysia
  • Completed a significant 31,000-km spiritual pilgrimage journey in 2006
  • Dedicated her life to spreading teachings on moral values, cultural preservation, and spiritual consciousness

CURRENT AFFAIRS: IMPORTANT DAYS

World Parkinson’s Day 2025 – April 11

  • Observed annually on April 11, World Parkinson’s Day is a global health awareness initiative dedicated to increasing understanding of Parkinson’s Disease (PD)—a progressive neurodegenerative disorder.
  • The day commemorates the birth of James Parkinson, who first described the condition in 1817.

Historical Background

  • Established: 1997 by Parkinson’s Europe (formerly European Association for Parkinson’s Disease) and the World Health Organization (WHO).
  • Date Significance: April 11 marks the birth anniversary of Dr. James Parkinson.
  • Symbol: Red Tulip—represents hope, unity, and strength; promoted by advocate Lizzie Graham.

What is Parkinson’s Disease?

  • A progressive neurological disorder.
  • Affects movement, sleep, memory, and mood.
  • Caused by the loss of dopamine-producing neurons in the substantia nigra part of the brain.

National Safe Motherhood Day 2025 – April 11

  • Observed annually on April 11, National Safe Motherhood Day (NSMD) in India raises awareness about the importance of maternal healthcare.
  • It also commemorates the birth anniversary of Kasturba Gandhi, symbolizing commitment to the health and dignity of women, especially pregnant and lactating mothers.

Theme 2025

  • Theme: “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures”
  • Focus: Ensuring accessible and quality maternal healthcare from the start of pregnancy to promote positive outcomes for both mother and child.

Historical Background

  • Initiated by: White Ribbon Alliance India (WRAI) in 2003.
  • Occasion: Marks the birth anniversary of Kasturba Gandhi.
  • Objective: Promote maternal rights, safety, and reduce maternal mortality.

Key Government Initiatives

Scheme Purpose
Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY) Financial incentives for institutional deliveries.
Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA) Free antenatal checkups for pregnant women.
Poshan Abhiyaan Focus on maternal and child nutrition.
LaQshya Initiative Improve labor room and maternity OT quality.
National Health Mission (NHM) Strengthen rural healthcare systems.
Mother and Child Tracking System (MCTS) Monitor maternal and child health status.

Daily CA One- Liner: April 12

  • National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development (NaBFID) and the New Development Bank (NDB) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
  • The Asian Development Bank (ADB) forecasts GDP growth of 6.7% in FY2025 and 6.8% in FY2026, fueled by higher domestic demand, rising rural incomes, and easing inflation.
  • In a major initiative to boost accountability and performance in rural governance, the Ministry of Panchayati Raj has launched the first-ever Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) baseline report for FY 2022–23.
  • The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved a new sub-scheme titled Modernization of Command Area Development and Water Management (M-CADWM) under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana.
  • In a major boost to India’s digital healthcare infrastructure, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, J.P. Nadda, launched the Inter-AIIMS Referral Portal, developed by AIIMS New Delhi.
  • In a milestone move for India’s higher education sector, the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIM-A) is set to establish its first international campus in Dubai.
  • Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda will visit Odisha to inaugurate an expanded version of the Ayushman Bharat health scheme, along with two other major health insurance schemes
  • The Tripura Government has launched 18 Opioid Substitution Therapy (OST) centres across primary health centres in West Tripura district to tackle substance abuse and provide rehabilitation.
  • The Andhra Pradesh government, under the leadership of Education Minister Nara Lokesh, has announced the launch of LEAP (Learning Excellence in Andhra Pradesh) – a comprehensive education reform initiative
  • In a significant achievement, the Uttar Pradesh Police’s ‘Investigation, Prosecution and Conviction Portal’ has received the SKOCH Award at the national level under the “Police & Safety” category
  • On the concluding day of her four-day state visit to Slovakia and Portugal, President Droupadi Murmu was conferred an Honorary Doctorate by Constantine The Philosopher University in Nitra, Slovakia.
  • During the 62nd National Maritime Day celebrations in Mumbai, Rajesh Unni, founder of Synergy Marine Group, received the National Maritime Varuna Award — India’s highest individual honour in the maritime sector.
  • Dadi Ratan Mohini, the revered spiritual head of the Brahma Kumaris, passed away at a private hospital in Ahmedabad shortly after celebrating her 100th birthday on March 25, 2025.
  • Observed annually on April 11, World Parkinson’s Day is a global health awareness initiative dedicated to increasing understanding of Parkinson’s Disease (PD)—a progressive neurodegenerative disorder
  • Observed annually on April 11, National Safe Motherhood Day (NSMD) in India raises awareness about the importance of maternal healthcare

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