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Daily G.K. - Top Stories

26 May 2025

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INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

Algeria Becomes New Member of BRICS' New Development Bank

  • In a significant development for international finance and South-South cooperation, Algeria has formally joined the New Development Bank (NDB)—an institution established by the BRICS nations—on May 19, 2025.
  • This move reinforces Algeria's commitment to sustainable development and underlines NDB's expanding global footprint beyond its founding members.

Trump's Gold Card Visa Programme

  • President Donald Trump announced the launch of the 'gold card' visa programme. 
  • This initiative aims to attract wealthy foreign nationals to the United States. By investing $5 million, applicants can gain permanent residency and a pathway to citizenship.
  • The announcement was made during the 'Building the Future' event in Washington, D.C. 
  • The programme is designed to replace the existing EB-5 investor visa scheme.
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ENVIRONMENT

National Pride: Joint Indian Mountaineering Team Scales Mount Everest

  • In a historic feat, a Joint National Mountaineering Team from India comprising instructors from the country's premier mountaineering institutes — Jawahar Institute of Mountaineering and Winter Sports (JIM&WS), Nehru Institute of Mountaineering (NIM), and Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI) — successfully scaled Mount Everest (8,848.86m) on May 23, 2025.
  • The expedition showcases India's growing leadership in high-altitude mountaineering and the spirit of adventure, unity, and resilience.
  • The effort was supported by the Ministry of Defence and flagged off by Raksha Rajya Mantri Sanjay Seth on March 26, 2025.
  • The successful mission highlights the strategic and symbolic value of mountaineering as a form of national achievement and institutional synergy.
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BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

Tamannaah Bhatia Named Brand Ambassador of Karnataka Soaps & Detergents Limited (KSDL)

  • Karnataka Soaps & Detergents Limited (KSDL), a century-old state-owned enterprise, has appointed acclaimed actress Tamannaah Bhatia as its brand ambassador for a period of two years. 
  • This strategic move aims to enhance KSDL's visibility and appeal among younger consumers and expand its footprint both nationally and globally. 
  • The announcement was made by Karnataka's Large and Medium Industries Minister M.B. Patil on May 22, 2025, highlighting Tamannaah's pan-India appeal and strong digital presence.

RBI Notifies New Six-Member Payments Regulatory Board Including Government Nominees

  • On May 21, 2025, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) officially notified the establishment of a new Payments Regulatory Board (PRB), a six-member body tasked with regulating and supervising payment systems in India. 
  • This new board replaces the earlier Board for Regulation and Supervision of Payment and Settlement Systems (BPSS) and notably includes, for the first time, three nominees from the central government. 
  • The PRB will be chaired by the RBI Governor, reflecting the central bank's continued leadership role in the payments ecosystem.

Ram Mohan Appointed as New Director of MPEDA

  • In a significant development in India's marine export sector, Ram Mohan M K has been appointed as the new Director of the Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA).
  • A seasoned professional with over two decades of service in the organisation, Mohan brings deep expertise in marketing, quality control, and international trade, including a tenure as Resident Director in Tokyo.
  • This leadership change is expected to reinforce India's strategy to boost seafood exports and ensure compliance with global quality standards.
  • Ram Mohan is an alumnus of the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) postgraduate programme in mariculture, affiliated to Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT).
  • He holds a Ph.D. from the ICAR–Central Institute of Fisheries Education (CIFE), Mumbai.
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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

NCW Launches Yashoda AI to Boost Women's AI and Cybersecurity Skills

  • The National Commission for Women (NCW) launched 'Yashoda AI: Your AI SAKHI' on May 22, 2025, at Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University, Bareilly. 
  • This groundbreaking initiative aims to enhance AI literacy, cybersecurity knowledge, and digital safety awareness among women, particularly those from rural and semi-urban areas. 
  • Yashoda AI aspires to empower women to lead India's technological future, ensuring their active participation and leadership in the digital age.

India Launches World's Highest Resolution Weather Forecast System �" BFS

  • In a significant stride toward self-reliance in meteorological science, the Government of India unveiled the Bharat Forecasting System (BFS) on May 26, 2025. Developed by the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune, and powered by the high-speed supercomputer Arka, BFS aims to deliver the most accurate and localised weather forecasts in the world with an unprecedented 6 km x 6 km grid resolution. 
  • This launch marks a transformative upgrade from the previous 12-km models and brings India to the forefront of high-resolution weather prediction capabilities.
  • The Bharat Forecasting System (BFS) was officially launched by Union Earth Sciences Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh. It represents a major technological leap for India's meteorological capabilities, improving disaster risk management, agricultural planning, and public safety with precise and ultra-local weather forecasting. Powered by the Arka supercomputer, BFS provides forecasts at a 6 km resolution — the highest in the world.

Uttarakhand's Pithoragarh Launches Its 1st Community Radio Station

  • The Kumaon sector in Uttarakhand's Pithoragarh district, has inaugurated its first community radio station, Panchshul Pulse. 
  • This station aims to serve the border communities by blending local culture, weather updates, and village stories. 
  • The station was launched by Lieutenant General Anindya Sengupta, the general officer commanding-in-chief of the central command. 
  • Its tagline, "Hill se Dil Tak," captures the essence of connecting the hearts of the people living in the hills.
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SPORTS

Football Club Napoli Clinches Serie A Title in Dramatic Fashion

  • Napoli has been crowned champions of the 2024–25 Serie A season after a dominant 2-0 victory over Cagliari in the final round. 
  • Goals from Scott McTominay and Romelu Lukaku sealed the win at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium, ensuring Napoli finished one point above rivals Inter Milan, who also won their final game but fell short. 
  • Coach Antonio Conte, suspended from the touchline, guided his team to glory and made history by becoming the first manager to win the Italian title with three different clubs.
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NATIONAL AFFAIRS

ECI Introduces Mobile Deposit Facility at Polling Stations to Aid Voter Convenience

  • In a significant step to enhance the voter experience and ensure the smooth conduct of elections, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has introduced two key reforms: a Mobile Deposit Facility outside polling stations and the rationalisation of canvassing norms.
  • These measures are designed to address practical challenges faced by voters and to maintain order and secrecy inside polling booths, especially in light of the rising use of mobile phones and increased poll-day activities.

PM Modi Chairs 10th NITI Aayog Meet: Roadmap for Viksit Bharat @2047

  • On May 24, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the 10th Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, bringing together Chief Ministers and Lt. Governors of 24 States and 7 Union Territories. 
  • With the theme "Viksit Rajya for Viksit Bharat @2047", the meeting focused on aligning state-level goals with the national vision of transforming India into a developed nation by 2047, emphasizing cooperative federalism, skill development, urban planning, women empowerment, and economic growth.

India Boosts Polar & Ocean Research with New State-of-the-Art Hubs in Goa

  • In a major step to strengthen India's role in polar and ocean research, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated two world-class facilities — Sagar Bhavan and Polar Bhavan — at the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR) in Goa. These hubs mark a significant milestone in India's scientific capabilities, especially in the context of growing climate concerns and global ocean geopolitics.
  • This development aligns with India's broader strategies on the Blue Economy, climate change mitigation, and its vision for Viksit Bharat by 2047.
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GENDER/ HEALTH/ EDUCATION

Six African Nations Sign MoU to Eliminate Kala-Azar

  • Six East African countries — Chad, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan, and Sudan — have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to eliminate kala-azar (visceral leishmaniasis). 
  • The MoU was signed during a World Health Organization (WHO) event in collaboration with the African Union, held on the sidelines of the 78th World Health Assembly in Geneva, in May 2025.
  • This agreement marks a significant milestone in the global effort to eliminate Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs), particularly kala-azar, which still poses a serious public health threat in East Africa. 
  • With over 70% of global kala-azar cases reported in this region, the MoU represents a coordinated effort to increase investment, improve surveillance, and promote cross-border cooperation to eliminate the disease.
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TOURISM AND HOTEL INDUSTRY AWARENESS

Saudi Arabia Launches TOURISE to Shape the Future of Global Tourism

  • On May 22, 2025, Saudi Arabia officially launched TOURISE, a global platform designed to connect leaders across tourism, technology, investment, and sustainability sectors. 
  • Unveiled by Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb, TOURISE aims to unlock investment opportunities, address challenges facing the tourism industry, and shape future travel policies through collaboration and innovation. 
  • This initiative underscores Saudi Arabia's ambition to become a leading global tourism hub, supported by strategic infrastructure investments and policy reforms.
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