Category: Prelims C A
SwaYaan Initiative | NIDAR
MeitY and the Drone Federation of India have launched NIDAR, a National Innovation Challenge under the ‘SwaYaan’ initiative, aimed at fostering drone applications, research, and human resource development in unmanned aircraft systems.
Anthurium | Floriculture in India
APEDA facilitated first-ever export of Anthurium Flowers from Mizoram to Singapore.

Ram Manohar Lohia
Recently, the birth anniversary of Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia is observed.
Nutrient Based Subsidy
Fertilizers committee warns against under-funding of nutrient subsidy schemes

UPSC Prelims Facts – 25 March 2025
AI Washing, Shaheed Diwas, NeVA Platform, Sheathia rosemalayensis, World Happiness Report 2025
International Criminal Court
International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued an arrest warrant against former Philippines President (Rodrigo Duterte) for alleged crimes against humanity, including extrajudicial killings.
Ramadevara Betta Vulture Sanctuary | Indian Long-Billed Vulture
Rare sighting of the Indian Long-Billed Vulture (Indian Vulture) at Ramadevara Betta Vulture Sanctuary.
Fast Track Courts Scheme
The extension of the Fast Track Special Courts (FTSCs) Scheme till March 2026 aims to ensure speedy and time-bound justice in cases of rape and offences under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012.
Coal Production in India
India crosses 1 billion tonnes coal production mark in FY25.

UPSC Prelims Facts – 23&24 March 2025
Ottawa Convention, Muzhara Movement, Sahyog Portal, Proof of Origin, National Board of Accreditation
Sagareshwar Wildlife Sanctuary | Sambar Deer
Recently a study was conducted using the line transect method and trap cameras to estimate sambar population.