Daily Current Affairs — 15 April 2025
5 articles • UPSC Prelims & Mains
Q-Shield Empowering Enterprises to Protect Critical Infrastructure
Context QNu Labs, one of the startups selected by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) under the National Quantum Mission, has launched the world’s first and unique platform, Q-Shield. About Q-Shield It empowers enterprises to protect their critical infrastructure. It also enables seamless cryptography management across any environment, including cloud, on-premises, or hybrid.
IIGC Releases Comprehensive Code for Influencer Content
In News Recently, the India Influencer Governance Council (IIGC) has released a Code of Standards for India’s growing influencer community. Status In India Indias influencer count has surged to over 4 million in 2025, up from under 1 million in 2020, according to influencer marketing platform Qoruz. The top categories driving this growth are fashion, gaming, and arts entertainment.
Program Management Unit to Improve Efficiency of DMF
In Context The Ministry of Mines announced the setting up of a Program Management Unit (PMU) to improve the efficiency of the District Mineral Foundation (DMF) and ensure smooth implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojana (PMKKKY). What is District Mineral Foundation (DMF)? Legal Provision: Constituted under Section 9B of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) (MMDR) Act 1957 (amended in 2015).
India – Russia Relations: 78 Years of Diplomatic Ties
Context Recently, the Russian Embassy in India witnessed a vibrant cycle rally commemorating the 78th anniversary of India-Russia diplomatic relations. About the India-Russia Relations 1947: India and the USSR established diplomatic relations just months before India gained independence in August 1947. Cold War Period (1947-1991): The USSR emerged as a reliable ally for India, especially during times of Western hostility.
Telangana Scheduled Castes (Rationalisation of Reservations) Act 2025
Context The Telangana government has notified the implementation of the Telangana Scheduled Castes (Rationalisation of Reservations) Act 2025 for categorisation of Scheduled Castes (SC) into three groups. About Telangana has become the first Stateto operationalise the classification of the Scheduled Castes after the Supreme Court’s landmark judgment. The judgement upheld the constitutionality of sub-classifying the SCs and Scheduled Tribes (STs) to grant separate quotas for the most marginalised