Daily Current Affairs 19th April 2025: Your guide for daily General Knowledge Preparation
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National News
DPS Wetland in Navi Mumbai Declared Flamingo Conservation Reserve
The Maharashtra State Board of Wildlife (SBWL) has designated the DPS wetland in Navi Mumbai as a Flamingo Conservation Reserve.
This decision was made during a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, which was also attended by Forest Minister Ganesh Naik and other senior officials.
Kishor Rithe, Director of the Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), mentioned that BNHS and various local groups had advocated for this move through formal submissions.
The preservation of the DPS lake is anticipated to lower the likelihood of bird strikes, thereby improving air safety in the vicinity of the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport.
Vizhinjam International Seaport to be Inaugurated by PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the Vizhinjam International Seaport near Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, on May 2, 2025.
This port is India’s first semi-automated and truly deep-water international container transshipment facility.
The project represents a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) involving the Government of Kerala, the Central Government, and Adani Ports.
Positioned close to key global shipping lanes, the port is expected to significantly boost India’s maritime trade and elevate Kerala’s status as a major maritime hub.
Award News
Sony World Photography Awards 2025
The Sony World Photography Awards 2025 exhibition is being held at Somerset House in London and will remain open until May 5.
Zed Nelson was honored with the Photographer of the Year award as well as the top prize in the Wildlife and Nature category.
His winning project explores the human-made environments created for experiencing nature.
Banking News
BSE Celebrates 150 Years, Launches BSE 150 Index
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman praised the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) for its technological evolution and its crucial role in India’s financial development during its 150th anniversary celebrations.
She highlighted that BSE now processes orders valued at ₹1,500 crore daily, reflecting its digital capabilities.
Sitharaman underscored the government’s priorities, which include inclusive development, resilience against global shocks, and forward-looking investments.
She also acknowledged BSE’s robust regulatory systems that help ensure market stability.
With a market capitalization reaching ₹400 lakh crore, BSE has solidified its place among the top global exchanges.
L&T Finance Launches Business Loan Campaign Featuring Jasprit Bumrah
L&T Finance Ltd. has released a new television commercial starring Indian cricketer Jasprit Bumrah to promote its business loan products.
The campaign, titled “Aapke Business Ka Game Changer,” portrays L&T Finance’s loan offerings as impactful and transformative for entrepreneurs.
Business News
APEDA Facilitates First Sea Shipment of Indian Pomegranates to the US
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has overseen the first-ever sea shipment of Indian pomegranates to the United States.
A total of 14 tons of pomegranates from Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra, have been exported to New York, USA.
Fitch Lowers India’s FY26 GDP Growth Projection to 6.4%
Fitch Ratings has revised India’s GDP growth forecast for the fiscal year 2025–26 downward from 6.5% to 6.4%.
The revision is attributed to rising global trade tensions.
However, the projection for FY 2026–27 remains at 6.3%.
Fitch’s Global Economic Outlook (April 2025 update) also anticipates that global economic growth could dip below 2% in 2025 due to increasing trade conflicts.
Defence News
Second Edition of Tri-services Future Warfare Course to Be Held in New Delhi
The Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS) will conduct the second Tri-services Future Warfare Course from April 21 to May 9, 2025, at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi.
The program is organized in collaboration with the Centre for Joint Warfare Studies (CENJOWS), the think tank of India’s Tri-services.
Following the success of its first edition in September 2024, this expanded three-week course aligns with Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan’s vision to prepare military personnel for modern and complex warfare scenarios.
The program continues to follow a rank-agnostic model and encourages diverse participation.
Science & Technology News
India Successfully Demonstrates Quantum Key Distribution Over Multi-Core Fibre
In a significant advancement in the field of secure communications, the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) and Sterlite Technologies Ltd. (STL) have successfully demonstrated Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) over a 4-core Multi-Core Fibre (MCF).
This achievement marks the first time such a technology has been tested and validated in India.
The QKD transmission was maintained over a distance of 100 km, demonstrating its potential for secure long-range communication applications.
Obituary News
Passing of Bill Aitken, Travel Writer of Indian Origin
Bill Aitken, a celebrated travel author originally from Scotland, passed away at the age of 91 in a hospital in Dehradun.
Born on May 31, 1934, in Tully Bodie, Clackmannanshire, Scotland, he arrived in India in 1959 at age 25 without a visa.
He later acquired Indian citizenship in 1972 and was well-known for his vivid travel writings and reflections on India’s landscapes and cultures.
Important Days
Civil Services Day – 21st April
The 17th Civil Services Day will be observed on April 21.
On this occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will deliver an address to civil servants at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, around 11 AM.
The event will also include the presentation of the Prime Minister’s Awards for Excellence in Public Administration.
World Liver Day – 19th April
Observed annually on April 19, World Liver Day aims to spread awareness about liver health and diseases.
The theme for 2025 is “Food is Medicine”, emphasizing the role of proper nutrition in promoting liver health and preventing related illnesses.
