Daily Current Affairs 29th April 2025: Your guide for daily General Knowledge Preparation
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International News
European Union’s GSP+ Monitoring Team Visits Sri Lanka for Compliance Assessment
A Monitoring Mission from the European Union (EU) is set to arrive in Sri Lanka to conduct its biennial review regarding the country’s adherence to the Generalised Scheme of Preferences Plus (GSP+) requirements.
The delegation will remain in Sri Lanka until May 7, during which they will engage with government representatives, business leaders, civil society members, and trade unionists, and undertake field visits.
Sri Lanka is among eight nations currently benefiting from GSP+, which offers duty-free access to the EU market for nations upholding 27 international conventions on human rights, labour standards, environmental sustainability, and good governance.
The EU, representing a market of 450 million individuals, stands as Sri Lanka’s second-largest export destination, accounting for €2.7 billion in exports in 2024. Out of this, 85% of goods entered the EU market under duty-free conditions through the GSP+ scheme.
UNESCO Adds 16 New Global Geoparks, Including Two from Indonesia
During the 221st session of the UNESCO Executive Board held in Paris, France, the organization announced the inclusion of 16 new Global Geoparks.
With this addition, the total number of Global Geoparks worldwide has risen to 229, spanning across 50 different countries.
National News
UDAN Scheme Marks 8 Years of Transforming Air Travel in India
Launched on October 21, 2016, the UDAN (Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik) initiative was created to make air travel affordable and to connect smaller cities (Tier-2 and Tier-3) and remote regions with major urban centers.
The scheme recently celebrated its eighth anniversary, highlighting its significant achievements in expanding the nation’s aviation network.
India and Bhutan Deepen Customs Cooperation During 6th JGC Meeting
India and Bhutan reinforced their dedication to enhancing customs cooperation during the 6th Joint Group of Customs (JGC) Meeting held in Thimphu, Bhutan from April 24 to April 25, 2025.
The two-day meeting emphasized simplifying customs processes, developing better border infrastructure, and advancing digital systems to facilitate faster and more secure cross-border trade.
Karnataka Government Allocates ₹40 Crore More for Mangaluru’s Riverfront Road Project
The Karnataka state government has sanctioned an additional ₹40 crore for the Kallapu–Sajipa riverfront road project in Mangaluru.
This raises the total funding approved so far to ₹55 crore, covering approximately 25% of the overall ₹160 crore project cost.
The project, situated along the Netravathi River, will be executed in stages to boost regional connectivity.
Delhi Government Launches Ayushman Vay Vandana Scheme for Senior Citizens
On April 28, 2025, the Delhi Government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, officially unveiled the Ayushman Vay Vandana Scheme.
The scheme offers senior citizens aged 70 years and above a health insurance cover of up to ₹10 lakh per annum for free medical treatment.
The inaugural distribution of Vay Vandana Health Cards took place during a ceremony attended by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri.
Awards News
NICDC Receives Udyog Vikas Award for Outstanding Contribution to Industrial Development
The National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (NICDC) was honored with the Udyog Vikas Award.
The award was presented during a prominent event organized by Janmabhumi Daily, a renowned newspaper based in Kerala.
The accolade recognizes NICDC’s pivotal role in India’s industrial growth, particularly through initiatives like the Palakkad Industrial Smart City project.
President Presents Padma Awards to 71 Eminent Personalities
The Padma Awards, among India’s most esteemed civilian honors, are conferred annually to acknowledge exceptional contributions across diverse fields.
The awards are categorized into three levels: Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri.
President Droupadi Murmu honored 71 distinguished individuals this year for their remarkable achievements in fields like art, public service, science, engineering, medicine, literature, education, and social work.
Appointments News
IAS Officer Vinod Kumar Gunjiyal Appointed Chief Electoral Officer of Bihar
Vinod Kumar Gunjiyal, a 2007-batch IAS officer from the Bihar cadre, has been appointed as the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Bihar by the Election Commission of India.
He succeeds H R Srinivas, who is a 1996-batch IAS officer.
Gunjiyal holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering and brings extensive administrative experience within the Bihar government.
Defence News
Indian Naval Ship Sunayna Reaches Mauritius to Boost Maritime Ties
The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Sunayna, under the mission code IOS SAGAR, docked at Port Louis Harbour after completing Phase I of a Joint Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) surveillance operation with Mauritius’s National Coast Guard (NCG).
The mission emphasizes India’s enduring commitment to regional maritime security and capacity-building collaborations with friendly foreign nations.
Science & Technology News
Kirthiga Reddy Launches ‘AI Kiran’ Initiative to Empower Indian Women in AI
Kirthiga Reddy, the former first employee and Managing Director of Facebook India (now Meta) and also the first female investing partner at SoftBank’s Vision Fund, announced a new platform named AI Kiran.
AI Kiran seeks to support Indian women in the AI sector by providing opportunities for networking, mentorship, funding, and global exposure.
Reddy currently serves as the CEO and Co-founder of Verix, a trust-tech platform with a global reach.
China Successfully Launches Shenzhou-20 Mission to Its Space Station
China launched three astronauts to its permanent space station on April 24, 2025.
The mission, named Shenzhou-20, marks China’s 15th manned spaceflight and the 20th overall mission within the Shenzhou space program, which commenced over three decades ago.
The astronauts and spacecraft were launched aboard a Long March-2F rocket from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre located in northwest China.
China’s state news agency, Xinhua, confirmed the successful execution of the mission, underlining China’s steady advancements in space and lunar exploration that continue to attract global attention.
Important Days
International Dance Day 2025 Celebrated on April 29
International Dance Day, also known as World Dance Day, is celebrated every year on April 29.
This day commemorates the universal value and importance of dance, celebrating its contributions to cultural expression, unity, and creativity worldwide.
