Daily Current Affairs — 19 July 2025
5 articles • UPSC Prelims & Mains
Kerala: As India’s Top Biodiversity Discovery Hotspot
Context Kerala has claimed the top spot as the country’s leading state for new faunal discoveries, in a record-breaking year for India’s biodiversity documentation. Other Notable Discoveries A Snake Species from Himachal Pradesh named Anguiculus Dicaprioi, honoring actor and environmentalist Leonardo DiCaprio for his advocacy on climate and biodiversity issues. Other Herpetological highlights include two new genera; 37 reptilian species; and Five amphibians, including one representing a new genu
India reiterates call for accountability for crimes against UN peacekeepers
In News Recently ,India co-chaired a high-level meeting of the Group of Friends for Accountability for Crimes Against Peacekeepers. History of UN Peacekeeping UN Peacekeeping began in 1948 with the establishment of the United Nations Truce Supervision Organization (UNTSO) in the Middle East to monitor ceasefires It initially focused on unarmed observation and mediation. During the Cold War, operations were limited due to global political tensions.
India and UAE: Nuclear Energy & Advanced Technology Cooperation
Context India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are rapidly expanding their strategic partnership, marking a significant evolution from traditional trade ties to future-focused cooperation in energy, innovation, and sustainability. Concerns Challenges Need To Address Geopolitical Sensitivities: Indias balancing act amid Israel-Gaza tensions and UAE’s evolving stance in West Asia presents diplomatic challenges. Trade Economic Concerns: Despite CEPA’s success, trade remains concentrated in a few
Global Wetland Outlook for 2025
Context Ramsar Convention on Wetlands has released the Global Wetland Outlook for 2025. About Global Wetland Outlook for 2025 It offers the most current global evaluation of the condition, trends, value and policy responses concerning wetlands. Produced by: The Scientific and Technical Review Panel (STRP) of the Convention on Wetlands.
Government aims to raise share of tourism in economy to 10%
Context The Union Minister of Culture and Tourism has said that the government is committed to raising the contribution of tourism in the country’s economy to 10% by 2047. India’s Tourism Sector: Key Highlights India’s tourism sector, rich in heritage, culture, and diversity, is emerging as a global favorite and a key driver of economic growth. India’s economy is $4 trillion today, expected to reach $32 trillion by 2047.