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Defence
Rafale-M Deal (April 28, 2025)
India signed a Rs 64,000 crore (~USD 7.4 billion) G2G deal with France for 26 Rafale-Marine jets (22 single-seat + 4 trainers). They will operate primarily from INS Vikrant, India’s first indigenous aircraft carrier. Deliveries begin by end of 2029, to be completed by 2031.
Digital Governance
ECMS – Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme
India’s first dedicated PLI scheme for electronic components, with an outlay of Rs 22,919 crore for 6 years (FY26–FY32). Launched by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw (MeitY). Aims to connect Indian firms with Global Value Chains (GVC). Bengaluru-based Sarvam was also selected to build India’s first indigenous AI LLM.
Geopolitics
SIPRI 2024 – Global Military Spending
Global military spending reached USD 2,718 billion in 2024 — a 9.4% real-term increase. Top 5: USA (USD 997 bn), China (USD 314 bn), Russia (USD 149 bn), Germany (4th), India (USD 86.1 bn, 5th). Over 100 countries raised spending; global GDP share: 2.5%.
Sports
BWF Presidential Election 2025
Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul (Thailand) elected BWF President for 2025–2029 at the 86th BWF AGM in Xiamen, China. She is the 2nd woman to lead BWF, after China’s Lu Shengrong (1993–2001). BWF HQ: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Founded: 1934.
Culture & Heritage
Bihar’s Guinness World Records
Bihar set two GWRs: (1) World’s Largest Madhubani Painting on Canvas — 18.69 sq. m by 50 women under Padma Shri Bauaa Devi; (2) Largest Singing Bowl Ensemble — 375 Buddhist monks in Bodh Gaya. Certificates presented to CM Nitish Kumar. Madhubani painting uses natural colours (turmeric, beetroot, carbon).
Cyber Security
I4C Under PMLA
I4C (Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre), established in 2018 under MHA, was authorised under Section 66 of PMLA 2002 to share information with the Enforcement Directorate (ED). Helps identify masterminds of transnational cyber frauds. Public helpline: 1930; portal: cybercrime.gov.in.
Technology
China’s Tianlian-2 (05) Satellite
Launched April 27, 2025, aboard Long March-3B from Xichang — the 572nd Long March flight. A second-generation GEO data relay satellite using the DFH-4 platform with an operational lifespan of up to 15 years. Provides TT&C for manned spacecraft and LEO satellites.
Health & Environment
Uganda: Ebola Sudan Virus Outbreak Ends
Uganda declared the end of its Ebola Sudan Virus Disease (SVD) outbreak in April 2025, following the 42-day WHO countdown post last patient discharge (March 14, 2025). The Sudan Virus (SUDV) was first identified in southern Sudan in June 1976 and kills approximately 4 in 10 infected.
Sports
2nd Asian Yogasana Sport Championship
India topped the championship (April 25–27, 2025; KD Jadhav Arena, New Delhi; 21 nations) with 83 gold, 3 silver, 1 bronze = 87 medals. Organised by the Asian Yogasana Sports Federation (AYSF). Japan 2nd, Mongolia 3rd. Closing ceremony attended by MoS Harsh Malhotra.
Business & Economy
MoC–Swiggy Instamart MoU
The Ministry of Cooperation signed an MoU with Swiggy Instamart (Bengaluru) to onboard cooperative products — Bharat Organics, dairy, millets, handicrafts — on its platform via a dedicated ‘Cooperative’ category. Coincides with the UN’s International Year of Cooperation 2025.
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How many Rafale-M jets did India purchase from France in April 2025?
26 jets (22 single-seat + 4 trainers)
Rs 64,000 crore deal; will operate from INS Vikrant
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What is the outlay of the ECMS and its duration?
Rs 22,919 crore for 6 years (FY26–FY32)
India’s first dedicated PLI for electronic components; MeitY
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Which country ranked 4th in SIPRI 2024 global military spending?
Germany
India ranked 5th at USD 86.1 bn; USA led at USD 997 bn
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Who was the first woman to serve as BWF President?
Lu Shengrong (China), 1993–2001
2nd is Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul (Thailand), 2025–2029
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What was the size of Bihar’s record-breaking Madhubani painting?
18.69 sq. m (201.17 sq. ft)
50 women; guided by Padma Shri Bauaa Devi; completed in 50 hours
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Under which section of PMLA was I4C authorised to share data with ED?
Section 66 of PMLA, 2002
I4C established 2018 under MHA; helpline 1930
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When was the Sudan Virus (SUDV) first identified and what is its fatality rate?
June 1976, southern Sudan; kills 4 in 10
Uganda’s 2025 outbreak declared over after 42-day countdown
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Which year did the UN declare as the International Year of Cooperation?
2025
Linked to MoC–Swiggy Instamart MoU for cooperative products
Think & Discuss
India’s Defence Modernisation: Strategic Sovereignty or Costly Dependency?
Context from today’s quiz: India signed the Rs 64,000 crore Rafale-M deal with France in April 2025, continuing a pattern of major defence acquisitions from foreign partners. At the same time, India is pushing for indigenisation through initiatives like the ECMS for electronics and the indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant. This raises important questions about the balance between strategic partnerships and self-reliance.
🤔 Your Perspective Matters
India’s defence sector presents a paradox: while INS Vikrant symbolises indigenous capability, it will carry French-made Rafale jets. As global military spending surges (USD 2,718 billion in 2024 per SIPRI), nations are increasingly judged by their strategic autonomy.
Can India achieve true strategic autonomy in defence while continuing to rely heavily on foreign platforms — and is such autonomy even desirable in an era of allied partnerships?
Can India achieve true strategic autonomy in defence while continuing to rely heavily on foreign platforms — and is such autonomy even desirable in an era of allied partnerships?
- Does buying foreign platforms like Rafale-M weaken or strengthen India’s long-term defence industrial base, given technology transfer clauses and G2G deal structures?
- How should India prioritise between immediate operational capability (proven foreign jets) and long-term indigenisation (TEJAS, AMCA), especially given rising regional threats?
- With Germany overtaking India in military spending (SIPRI 2024), what does the global arms race imply for India’s security calculus and defence budget allocation?
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