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Current Affairs 27 March 2025
India Becomes The World’s Top Milk Producer
- India has emerged as the top milk producer in the world, with a current production of 239 million metric tons (MMT). Union Minister of Animal Husbandry and Dairying Rajiv Ranjan Singh announced in the Lok Sabha that India aims to increase milk production to 300 MMT in the next five years.
- This growth has been significantly driven by the Rashtriya Gokul Mission (RGM), launched in 2014. India’s dairy sector has witnessed remarkable growth over the years, making it the largest milk-producing country in the world.
- The nation contributes more than 24% of global milk production. The per capita milk consumption in India is 471 grams per day, significantly higher than the global average.Current Milk Production: 239 MMT
- Global Share: Over 24%
- Target by 2030: 300 MMT
- Growth in Milk Production (since 2014): 63.5%
- Contribution to GDP: 4.5%
- Employment Generation: 10 crore people, 75% of whom are women
- Impact of the Rashtriya Gokul Mission (RGM)
- The Rashtriya Gokul Mission (RGM) was introduced in 2014 to boost India’s dairy industry. Under this initiative, several reforms and programs have been implemented to improve the quality and quantity of milk production.
- Objectives of RGM:
- Conservation of Indigenous Breeds: Development and conservation of native cattle breeds like Gir, Sahiwal, Red Sindhi, and Rathi.
- Genetic Upgradation: Use of high-genetic merit bulls to improve breed quality.
- Artificial Insemination (AI): Strengthening the breeding network and expanding AI services to farmers.
- Dairy Infrastructure Development: Encouraging modern milk processing units and cold storage facilities.
- Farmer Welfare Programs: Making dairy farming more profitable through government support.
India, China
- External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said that India and China are trying to rebuild the ties damaged by the Galwan Valley clashes of 2020, as a tense relationship will not serve either side. Dr. Jaishankar said that differences should not become disputes and that competition should not become conflict.
- He made this remark while speaking on India-China relations in a conversation with Dr. Kyung-wha Kang, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Asia Society, in New Delhi.
- Dr. Jaishankar emphasized that since October last year, relations between the two countries have seen some improvement, with both nations working on various aspects of their ties.
- He said that India and China do compete on many issues, but because they compete doesn’t mean that there should be a conflict between the two countries. He also pointed to foundational shift, with change in American position, rise of China.
India To Overtake Japan In 2025 And Germany In 2027
- According to International Monetary Fund (IMF) data, the Indian economy is likely to overtake Japan in 2025 and Germany in 2027 to become the world’s third largest economy after the United States of America and China.
- The positive report of the IMF comes after a World Bank report which suggested that India needs to grow at an average annual growth rate of 7.8 percent to achieve the target of Viksit Bharat or a developed country by 2047. The real gross domestic product (GDP) of India has doubled from $2.1 trillion in 2015 to $4.3 trillion in 2025.
- The growth rate of India was 105 percent which is the highest growth rate amongst the major economies. The growth rate of the United States during this period was 66 percent and China was 76 percent during this period. While Japan whose real GDP was 4.4 trillion in 2015 remained at 4.4 trillion in 2025, showing a growth rate of 0 percent.
Sikkim’s GI-Tagged Dalle Chilly
- Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) successfully facilitated the first export of 15,000 kg of GI-tagged Dalle Chilly from Sikkim to the Solomon Islands, marking a significant step in promoting India’s northeastern agricultural products globally.
- Sourced from South Sikkim farmers and Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) by Mevedir, the consignment fetched premium prices of Rs 250-300 per kg—compared to the usual Rs 180-200 per kg—highlighting the economic benefits of GI tagging and international trade for local producers.
- Dalle Chilly, also known as Fire Ball Chilly or Dalle Khursani, is renowned for its intense pungency, bright red color, and high nutritional value. Rich in vitamins A, C, and E, along with potassium, its Scoville Heat Units (SHU) range from 100,000 to 350,000, making it a sought-after spice for both culinary and medicinal applications.
“Baalpan Ki Kavita Initiative”
- National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 highlights the importance of Early Childhood Education, multilingualism, and using children’s native languages, inspiring the Ministry of Education’s “Baalpan ki Kavita” initiative to create a collection of nursery rhymes and poems in Indian languages and English, rooted in the Indian context.
- Launched by the Department of School Education & Literacy (DoSE&L), this initiative aims to enhance foundational learning for young children by offering joyful, relatable rhymes and poems in their mother tongue, helping them connect with their surroundings.
- In partnership with MyGov, DoSE&L invites contributions of existing folk rhymes (with author credits) or original compositions for three age groups: Pre-primary (ages 3-6), Grade 1 (ages 6-7), and Grade 2 (ages 7-8), accepting entries in all Bhartiya Bhasha and English from March 26, 2025, to April 22, 2025.
India Dismisses USCIRF Findings
- Ministry of External Affairs today said that the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) should be designated as an entity of concern. Dismissing the findings of the recently released 2025 Annual Report by USCIRF, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that USCIRF continues its pattern of issuing biased and politically motivated assessments. He made these remarks after USCIRF, in its report, claimed that attacks against India’s minorities rose in 2024.
- Mr Jaiswal said that USCIRF’s persistent attempts to misrepresent isolated incidents and cast aspersions on India’s vibrant multicultural society reflect a deliberate agenda rather than a genuine concern for religious freedom.
- He further underscored that India is home to 1.4 billion people who are adherents to all religions known to mankind. He added, however, that there is no expectation that USCIRF will engage with the reality of India’s pluralistic framework or acknowledge the harmonious coexistence of its diverse communities. Mr Jaiswal also asserted that such efforts to undermine India’s standing as a beacon of democracy and tolerance will not succeed.
‘Saugat-e-Modi’ Campaign
- BJP Minority Morcha has launched the Saugat-e-Modi campaign, aiming to distribute special kits to 32 lakh underprivileged Muslims across the country ahead of Eid. The initiative seeks to ensure that poor Muslim families can celebrate the festival without any hardship.
- National president of the BJP Minority Morcha, Jamal Siddiqui, outlined the campaign’s broader vision, stating that during the holy month of Ramadan and upcoming occasions like Eid, Good Friday, Easter, Vaisakhi, Nauruz and Indian New Year, the Minority Front will reach out to those in need through the Saugat-e-Modi campaign.
- He said that, as part of the campaign, 32 thousand Minority Morcha workers will collaborate with 32 thousand mosques nationwide to reach the needy. Yesterday, BJP National General Secretary and incharge of Minority Morcha Dushyant Kumar Gautam distributed kits under the Saugat-e-Modi campaign in the presence of Mr Siddiqui at Hazrat Nizamuddin area in the national capital.
Bellatrix Aerospace Partners With Astroscale Japan
- Bellatrix Aerospace, a Bengaluru-based space mobility company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Astroscale Japan to collaborate on active debris removal, satellite servicing, and sustainable in-orbit mobility.
- This partnership aims to enhance space sustainability and ensure a cleaner orbital environment. The partnership focuses on active debris removal, satellite servicing, and sustainable in-orbit mobility solutions. Bellatrix Aerospace, An emerging Indian space company recognized for its innovative propulsion technologies and space mobility solutions.
- Astroscale Japan , A leader in space debris mitigation, providing scalable services like life extension, in-situ space situational awareness, and end-of-life disposal.
- Astroscale has demonstrated its capabilities through ELSA-d and ADRAS-J missions, collaborating with JAXA, ESA, U.S. Space Force, UK Space Agency, and Eutelsat OneWeb. Bellatrix’s Achievements : Successfully completed three space missions in the past year, qualifying Green Propulsion and Hall-Effect Thruster technology.
Asian Wrestling Championship 2025
- Indian wrestlers continued their good run on the second day of the Senior Asian Wrestling Championship 2025, with Nitesh clinching the second bronze medal for the country in Amman, Jordan, yesterday. Nitesh showcased remarkable skill and determination in the Greco-Roman category as he added another bronze medal to the one that Sunil Kumar had won in the men’s 87kg. In the bronze medal match, Nitesh handed Amanberdi Agamammedov of Turkmenistan a dominant 9-0 defeat.
Current Affairs 27 March 2025 Question
- The Rashtriya Gokul Mission Launched In
A. 2012
B. 2014
C. 2018
D. 2020
ANSWER: B - What Is Another Name For Dalle Chilly
A. Ghost Pepper
B. Naga Morich
C. Fire Ball Chilly
D. Jalapeño
ANSWER: C - Dalle Chilly Got GI Tag Found In Which State
A. Meghalaya
B. Assam
C. Sikkim
D. Mizoram
ANSWER: C - By Which Year Does The IMF Predict India Will Surpass Germany
A. 2027
B. 2025
C. 2030
D. 2026
ANSWER: A - By What Percentage Has The Value Of Defence Production Increased Since
2014-15
A. 150%
B. 160%
C. 174%
D. 180%
ANSWER: C - Where Was The 614th Meeting Of The Central Board Of Directors Of The
Reserve Bank Of India Held
A. Thiruvananthapuram
B. New Delhi
C. Mumbai
D. Guwahati
ANSWER: A - What Is Primary Focus Of India- Singapore Green And Digital Shipping Corridor
A. Military Cooperation
B. Maritime Digitalisation And Decarbonisation
C. Tourism Development
D. Space Research
ANSWER: B - Which Department Has Launched The “Baalpan Ki Kavita” Initiative
A. University Grants Commission (UGC)
B. National Testing Agency (NTA)
C. Department of School Education & Literacy
D. All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)
ANSWER: C - Who Has Been Elected As A Bureau Member Of United World Wrestling
(UWW)- Asia
A. Sanjay Singh
B. Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh
C. Anita Sheoran
D. Vinesh Phogat
ANSWER: A - On Which Date Is The International Day Of Solidarity With Detained And
Missing Staff Members Observed Annually
A. March 25
B. March 10
C. March 15
D. March 20
ANSWER: A - Which State Government Has Adopted Transplantation Of Human Organs And
Tissues Act In March 2025
A. Telangana
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Odisha
D. Haryana
ANSWER: A - Nagarajunasagar Srisailam Tiger Reserve Is Located In Which State
A. Kerala
B. Tamil Nadu
C. Andhra Pradesh
D. Karnataka
ANSWER: C - Hakki Pikki Tribe Is Primarily Found In Which State
A. Bihar
B. Karnataka
C. Odisha
D. Assam
ANSWER: B - Which State Is The Host Of ISTAF Sepak Takraw 2025 World Cup
A. Madhya Pradesh
B. Gujarat
C. Bihar
D. Rajasthan
ANSWER: C - Which Institution Has Launched Samarthya: National Competition On
Corporate Rescue Strategies 2025
A. Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs
B. National Institute of Corporate Governance
C. National Academy of Legal Studies and Research
D. National Law University Delhi
ANSWER: A - Shigmo Festival Is Mainly Celebrated In Which State
A. Goa
B. Kerala
C. Odisha
D. Tamil Nadu
ANSWER: A - What Is The Primary Objective Of The Euclid Space Telescope
A. Search for exoplanets
B. To study dark energy and dark matter
C. To study the rings of Saturn
D. Study the Sun
ANSWER: B - Gold Monetisation Scheme (GMS) Was Launched In Which Year
A. 2015
B. 2017
C. 2019
D. 2020
ANSWER: A - Bagad Rath Yatra Festival Is Recently Celebrated In Which State
A. Gujarat
B. Rajasthan
C. Maharashtra
D. Tamil Nadu
ANSWER: C - Who Among The Following Is Said To Have Hatched The Delhi Conspiracy 1912
A. Rasbehari Bose
B. Bhai Paramanand
C. Sachindranath Sanyal
D. Sohan Lal Pathak
ANSWER: A
