“IMPORTANT DAYS”

World Earth Day 2025

World Earth Day is a global event dedicated to raising awareness about environmental issues and promoting actions to protect our planet. Celebrated annually, it serves as a reminder of the importance of sustainable living and environmental stewardship. Earth Day 2025 will be observed on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. This date has been consistently recognized worldwide since the event’s inception. The theme for Earth Day 2025 is “Our Power, Our Planet”.

 “SPORTS”

Nishchay Wins Silver with 19.59m Throw at Asian U-18 Athletics Championship

At the Asian U-18 Athletics Championship held in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, 16-year-old Nishchay from Haryana made headlines by winning the silver medal in the boys’ shot put event. Competing on the third day of the championship, Nishchay delivered a personal best throw of 19.59 meters, surpassing his previous best of 18.93 meters recorded just last month. This marks his second medal at the meet, showcasing his rapid growth and promising talent on the international stage.

“AWARDS”

Laureus World Sports Awards 2025

​The 2025 Laureus World Sports Awards celebrated its 25th anniversary with a grand ceremony in Madrid, honoring outstanding athletes and teams for their exceptional performances over the past year. The event recognized both individual brilliance and collective achievements across various sports disciplines. The Laureus World Sports Awards, often dubbed the “Oscars of Sports”, celebrated the most remarkable athletes and sporting achievements of the past year.

 “APPOINTMENTS”

Justice Dinesh Maheshwari Appointed Chairperson of the 23rd Law Commission of India

In a significant development in the Indian legal landscape, Justice (Retd.) Dinesh Maheshwari, a former Supreme Court judge, has been appointed as the Chairperson of the 23rd Law Commission of India in April 2025. The announcement marks a crucial step in the government’s ongoing efforts to review and recommend reforms in various aspects of Indian law, particularly the long-debated Uniform Civil Code (UCC).

Mangi Lal Jat Appointed Secretary of DARE & DG of ICAR

Dr. Mangi Lal Jat officially assumed charge as the Secretary of the Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE) and the Director General of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). With over 25 years of experience in agronomy, conservation agriculture, and climate-resilient farming systems, his appointment is seen as a major step toward enhancing sustainable agricultural practices and research innovation in India. Jat succeeds Dr. Himanshu Pathak, who opted for voluntary retirement, and is set to serve a term of three years.

Judge Kaveri Baweja Appointed as Registrar (Vigilance) of Delhi High Court

In a significant administrative reshuffle within the Delhi High Court, Special Judge Kaveri Baweja has been appointed as the new Registrar (Vigilance), while Special Judge Arun Bhardwaj will assume charge as the Registrar General from May 1, 2025. Judge Baweja has handled several high-profile cases, including the Delhi excise policy case, the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, and matters linked to the 2020 Northeast Delhi riots. Her appointment highlights the court’s emphasis on judicial experience and integrity in overseeing vigilance matters.

“NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL NEWS”

Hindi Now Mandatory as Third Language in Classes 1–5 in Maharashtra

In a significant reform under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the Maharashtra state school education department has announced a phase-wise implementation of a new curriculum framework. Beginning from the academic year 2025–26, Hindi will be made a mandatory third language for students in Classes 1 to 5 in English and Marathi-medium schools. This marks a shift from the existing two-language format and aligns with NEP’s three-language formula, aiming to foster multilingual proficiency and national integration.

RBI Permits Minors Above 10 to Operate Bank Accounts Independently

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued revised directions allowing minors aged 10 years and above to independently open and operate savings and term deposit accounts. This move, aimed at promoting early financial literacy, will empower minors to manage money responsibly, within a safe and supervised banking environment. However, the RBI has set clear operational limits and conditions based on the bank’s risk management policy, and banks are required to ensure that minor accounts do not go into overdraft and maintain a credit balance at all times.