Daily Current Affairs 10th May 2025: Your guide for daily General Knowledge Preparation
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National News
Proposed Amendments to Seed Act to Ensure Quality and Traceability
The Indian government is advancing a proposal to revise the existing Seed Act.
This amendment seeks to enhance seed traceability and curb the distribution of counterfeit seeds.
It also aims to ensure better quality seeds for farmers across the country.
Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan is spearheading this reform.
Delhi Initiates Cloud-Seeding Trials in Collaboration with IIT-Kanpur
The Delhi government has unveiled a ₹3.21 crore project to tackle air pollution through cloud-seeding experiments.
The plan includes conducting five such trials and is overseen by the Environment Department of Delhi.
The initiative is executed in partnership with IIT Kanpur, aiming to utilize artificial rain as a means to alleviate pollution emergencies.
India Sets Ambitious Foodgrain Production Target for 2025-26
The government has announced a record foodgrain output goal of 354.64 million tonnes (MT) for the 2025-26 agricultural year (July–June).
This target reflects a 4% increase compared to the prior year’s benchmark.
The forecast of an above-normal monsoon has bolstered this optimism.
For the Kharif cropping season alone, the government anticipates a contribution of 88 MT towards this target.
Haryana Introduces Welfare Scheme for Veteran Artistes
The Haryana government has launched the “Pandit Lakhmi Chand KalakarSamajik Samman Yojana.”
This welfare initiative is aimed at offering monthly financial support to aged and financially struggling artistes.
It recognizes individuals who have significantly contributed to the state’s cultural legacy.
Ladakh Identified as Habitat to 477 Snow Leopards: Conservation Breakthrough
A key study under the Snow Leopard Population Assessment in India (SPAI) program has confirmed that Ladakh hosts 477 snow leopards.
This makes Ladakh one of the areas with the densest populations of these rare big cats in the world.
This development is seen as a major achievement in wildlife conservation.
Ladakh is now gaining recognition as a key destination for eco-tourism and a symbol of high-altitude biodiversity preservation.
International News
Vietnam Launches 10-Year Renewable Golden Visa to Attract Indian Investors
Vietnam has introduced a new 10-year Golden Visa program aimed at attracting foreign nationals.
The scheme is renewable and designed to facilitate long-term residency for investors, skilled professionals, and tourists.
The primary focus is on attracting individuals from India to fuel Vietnam’s vision of becoming a major business and innovation center in the region.
This visa allows extended stays for digital nomads, investors, and highly qualified professionals.
Appointments News
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost Elected as First American Pope
American Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been elected as the 267th pope, adopting the title Pope Leo XIV.
He was chosen by the College of Cardinals following the death of Pope Francis on April 21.
This marks a historic moment as he becomes the first American ever to ascend to the papacy.
His election signals the beginning of a new leadership era for the Roman Catholic Church and its global followers.
Ajoy Chawla to Take Over as MD of Titan from January 2026
Titan Company Ltd. has declared that Ajoy Chawla, who currently heads the jewellery division, will become the new Managing Director.
His appointment will take effect on January 1, 2026.
This leadership transition comes in light of the scheduled retirement of the current MD, K. Venkataraman, at the end of 2025.
Awards News
Sonu Sood to Be Honoured with Humanitarian Award at 72nd Miss World
Bollywood actor and philanthropist Sonu Sood will receive the prestigious Humanitarian Award.
The award will be presented during the 72nd Miss World Festival in Hyderabad on May 31, 2025.
This accolade is in recognition of his exemplary humanitarian services, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
His charitable work was mainly carried out through the Sood Charity Foundation.
Defence News
INS Arnala Delivered India’s First Indigenous ASW Shallow Water Craft
The Indian Navy has received its first Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), named ‘INS Arnala.’
The vessel was developed through a collaborative effort between Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) and L&T Shipyard.
This marks a key stride in India’s goal of self-reliance in defence under the ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative.
INS Arnala signifies technological progress in India’s maritime defence capabilities.
Mous & Agreements
India and Chile Commence CEPA Negotiations
India and Chile have officially begun talks for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).
The two nations signed the Terms of Reference (ToR) for initiating negotiations.
This agreement builds on their existing Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA).
It aims to strengthen trade, investment opportunities, and mutual cooperation across sectors.
The ToR was signed during the state visit of Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font to India in April 2025.
Sports News
ECB Bans Transgender Women from Participating in Women’s Cricket
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has updated its eligibility policies, barring transgender women from participating in women’s cricket.
This decision is in line with a UK Supreme Court ruling from April 2025 that defines gender based on biological sex.
However, transgender players will still be permitted to compete in open or mixed-gender formats.
Obituaries News
Renowned Horse Racing Trainer Parvati Byramji Passes Away at 45
Celebrated Indian horse racing trainer Parvati Byramji passed away due to cardiac arrest at her home in Bengaluru.
She was 45 years old at the time of her death.
Parvati was the wife of leading trainer Darius Byramji and the daughter-in-law of the legendary Rashid Byramji.
She had established her own legacy with notable successes on prominent racing circuits across India.
