There is a trend of asking questions in the UPSC Civil Services Exam from the events that are in news related to the subject. A large number of questions in the exam are directly asked from websites; like PIB, Down to Earth or Newspaper; like The Hindu, Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard etc. It is very challenging to study from all these sources in a limited time during preparation. Keeping all these things in mind, all the important news is compiled in this section on a daily basis; so that you do not miss any important event from the exam point of view.
Government Schemes 19-Feb-2025
The central government has approved the continuation of the Prime Minister Annadata Income Protection Campaign (PM-AASHA) scheme until the year 2025-26.
National 19-Feb-2025
The government is considering increasing the insurance cover from the current limit of Rs 5 lakh.
Art and Culture 18-Feb-2025
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's birth anniversary is celebrated every year on 19 February
18-Feb-2025
Current Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has been appointed as the new Chief Election Commissioner (CEC).
18-Feb-2025
The tragedy of Phulmani Das occurred in 1889, when she was only 10 years old at the time of her death.
17-Feb-2025
Scientists have discovered neutrino particles under the Mediterranean Sea near Sicily (Italy).
17-Feb-2025
The sixth edition of the joint military exercise 'Dharma Guardian' between India and Japan will be held in Japan.
17-Feb-2025
Recently, a powerful eruption took place in Europe's highest and active volcano 'Mount Etna'.
17-Feb-2025
Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) and French agency AFD signed a $100 million credit facility agreement.
17-Feb-2025
The medical community is deeply concerned about the rising cases of colorectal diseases in India.