Daily Current Affairs 07th April 2025: Your guide for daily General Knowledge Preparation
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International News
Kazakhstan Unveils Largest Rare Earth Reserve
Kazakhstan has made a significant discovery of rare earth elements (REEs) at the Kuirektykol site in the Karaganda region.
This site is now the country’s largest known REE deposit.
The site reportedly contains nearly one million tons of rare earth elements.
In the broader Zhana Kazakhstan zone, estimated reserves could exceed 20 million tons.
This discovery comes at a time when the global push for green technologies is increasing.
It positions Kazakhstan as a new and critical supplier in the rare earth market, potentially reducing global reliance on China.
Sports News
Hitesh Gulia Becomes First Indian to Win Gold at World Boxing Cup
India marked a historic debut at the 2025 World Boxing Cup, held in Foz Do Iguacu, Brazil.
Hitesh Gulia became the first Indian boxer to win a gold medal at this prestigious event.
His win came after his opponent, England’s Odel Kamara, was unable to compete in the final due to injury.
Abhinash Jamwal added to the tally with a silver medal in the 65kg weight category.
Additionally, four Indian boxers earned bronze medals across different weight divisions.
National News
Government to Roll Out “One State, One RRB” Policy
The Indian government plans to implement a new policy called “One State, One RRB” (Regional Rural Bank).
The aim is to boost operational efficiency and minimize internal competition.
The move will consolidate the current 43 RRBs into 28 stronger entities.
This is part of a broader consolidation drive that began when the number of RRBs was reduced from 196 to 43.
The Finance Ministry expects this step to strengthen financial and operational performance and improve rural credit delivery.
Delhi Adopts Ayushman Bharat Scheme, Becomes 35th State/UT
Delhi has officially joined the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY).
It is now the 35th state or Union Territory to adopt this flagship health initiative.
Delhi residents will now benefit from the extensive healthcare coverage offered by the scheme.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta termed it a major step forward in improving healthcare accessibility for Delhiites.
India and UNESCO to Co-host 3rd AI Readiness Consultation
The 3rd AI Readiness Assessment Methodology (RAM) consultation will be held in Hyderabad.
Organized by the UNESCO South Asia Regional Office, MeitY (Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology), and Ikigai Law.
Key highlights include a fireside chat on the IndiaAI Mission with Mr. Abhishek Singh, CEO of IndiaAI and Additional Secretary at MeitY.
A panel will discuss ethical AI governance from the perspectives of government and multilateral institutions.
Participants will also join breakout groups focused on governance, workforce readiness, infrastructure, and use cases to contribute to India’s AI roadmap.
Business News
India Ranks 10th Globally in Private AI Investments
India secured private AI investments totaling Rs. 11,943 crore (around US$ 1.4 billion) in 2023.
This places India 10th in the global AI investment rankings.
Alongside China, India stands out as a leading developing nation in AI funding.
The country’s ranking in the UNCTAD Frontier Technologies Readiness Index improved from 48th in 2022 to 36th in 2024 (out of 170 countries).
This reflects India’s strengthening position in cutting-edge technology and innovation.
Meta Launches Llama-4 AI Suite to Compete with ChatGPT and Gemini
Meta has introduced the Llama-4 AI suite, expanding its presence in the generative AI space.
The suite includes three AI models: Scout, Maverick, and Behemoth.
Each model is designed for unique multimodal and reasoning capabilities.
The launch happened on April 6, 2025, and is seen as a strategic move to rival ChatGPT (OpenAI) and Gemini (Google).
Meta’s initiative also responds to the growing influence of Chinese AI platforms like DeepSeek.
Awards News
Sudarsan Pattnaik Wins Fred Darrington Award for Excellence in Art and Culture
Indian sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik has won the first-ever Fred Darrington Award for Excellence in Art and Culture.
He received the honor for a 10-foot sand sculpture of Lord Ganesha promoting “World Peace.”
Pattnaik is also the first Indian to be featured at SandWorld, a renowned international sand art festival.
He was awarded a gold medal bearing Darrington’s caricature and a decorative glass wave containing sand from his sculpture.
He dedicated this achievement to his fans and invited the public to view his work.
Science & Technology News
Pentagon Awards $13.5 Billion Launch Contracts to SpaceX, ULA & Blue Origin
The U.S. Space Force has awarded $13.5 billion in launch contracts for 54 missions under the NSSL Phase 3 program.
SpaceX received 28 missions, worth $5.9 billion, using Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets.
United Launch Alliance (ULA) was assigned 19 missions valued at $5.3 billion, deploying the Vulcan rocket.
Blue Origin secured 7 missions worth $2.3 billion with its New Glenn rocket, which debuted in January 2024.
The contracts fall under Lane 2 of the program, dealing with complex orbital requirements.
Missions will be scheduled over the next five years via task orders.
SpaceX is expected to lead in the first year due to its flight reliability.
India Ramps Up 6G Development Through Labs and Global Partnerships
India is advancing its 6G development efforts to become a leader in next-generation telecom by 2030.
Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar shared the roadmap in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha.
The Bharat 6G Vision Document, released in March 2023, outlines India’s objectives in this field.
The plan includes establishing testbeds, setting up 100 new 5G labs, and forming international collaborations.
It envisions intelligent, secure, and ubiquitous connectivity to make India a global 6G innovator.
Defence News
DRDO and Indian Army Successfully Test Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missiles
DRDO and the Indian Army conducted four successful tests of the Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MRSAM) system.
The tests occurred on April 3 and 4, 2025, at Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island, Odisha.
The missile intercepted aerial threats under various conditions: long-range, short-range, high altitude, and low altitude.
Each target was directly hit and destroyed, confirming the system’s effectiveness.
Trials were conducted in real-world operational scenarios.
Radar and electro-optical systems at the Chandipur test range recorded the flight data.
High-ranking DRDO and Army officials oversaw the trials.
Important Days
World Health Day Observed on April 7
World Health Day 2025 was celebrated globally on April 7.
The theme for this year is “Healthy Beginning, Hopeful Futures,” focusing on maternal and newborn health.
The World Health Organization (WHO) uses this day to promote physical, emotional, and mental well-being worldwide.
The idea for a global health body was first proposed in 1945 by China and Brazil.
The WHO Constitution was ratified in 1946, and 61 nations signed the agreement.
Although initially celebrated on July 22, World Health Day was later shifted to April 7.
The day also encourages student participation in spreading awareness.
