INTERNATIONAL NEWS

1. PM Modi inaugurates International Seaport:

Why in news?

PM Modi inaugurates Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala

Geographical importance of inaugurating this International seaport:

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi formally inaugurated the Vizhinjam seaport in Kerala’s capital city of Thiruvananthapuram on 02 May 2025.
• The mega port, built at a cost of Rs 8,900 crore, is expected to transform India’s maritime infrastructure and logistics efficiency.
• Built by Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ), the project is touted as India’s first deep-water dedicated container transhipment port that can significantly boost India’s presence in global shipping.

NATIONAL NEWS

2. Statue of Bodofa Upendranath Brahma:

Why in news?

Statue of Bodofa Upendranath Brahma unveiled in New Delhi

About the historical importance of this status:

• Union Home Minister Amit Shah, on 01 May 2025, dedicated a road in New Delhi after Bodofa Upendranath Brahma and unveiled the Bodo leader’s statue, coinciding with his 35th death anniversary
• Brahma (March 31, 1956-May 1, 1990) was a student leader whose mantra for the Bodoland movement was “live and let live”.

3. Raghuji Bhosale’s Legendary Sword in news:

Why in news?

On April 29, 2025, the Maharashtra government successfully purchased the iconic sword of Raghuji Bhosale I from an auction in London for Rs 47.15 lakh.

About the Sword and its unique importance:

• Raghuji Bhosale I was a prominent Maratha warrior and the founder of the Nagpur Bhosale dynasty.
• The sword was possibly part of the loot from the 1817 Battle of Sitabuldi, following the defeat of the Nagpur Bhonsles by the British East India Company.

BOOKS & AUTHORS

4. National Archives of India releases a Book:

Why in news?

National Archives of India launches book ‘Ramanujan: Journey of a Great Mathematician’

About the Book and its special features:

• Launched in New Delhi, the book is authored by Arun Singhal and Dr Devendra Kumar Sharma.
• The book is a historical account that delves into the life and contributions of Indian Mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan.

IMPORTANT APPOINTMENTS

5. New Member of the UPSC board:

Why in news?

Sujata Chaturvedi appointed as a Member of the UPSC

About Details of the new Member of UPSC:

• Sujata Chaturvedi is a 1989-batch IAS officer of the Bihar cadre.
• She assumed charge as a Member of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on 01 May 2025.

Composition of UPSC Commission:

• The Commission consists of the chairman and other members appointed by The president of India.
• Usually, the Commission consists of 9 to 11 members including the chairman.
• Currently, Mrs. Preeti Sudan is serving as the UPSC Chairman.

DEFENCE NEWS

6. Flypast Exercise:

Why in news?

IAF conduct flypast excercise on Ganga Expressway

About the importance of conducting this Flypast Test:

• The Indian Air Force (IAF) showcased its operational readiness with an impressive flypast and landing exercise on the Ganga Expressway in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh.
• The drill featured take-offs and landings by advanced fighter and transport aircraft including Rafale, Su-30 Mk I, Jaguar, Mirage 2000.