Daily Current Affairs — 22 March 2025
6 articles • UPSC Prelims & Mains
Progress on GM Food Crops: DBT Official
Recently, the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) Secretary stated that there is ‘progress’ on Genetically Modified (GM) food crops, acknowledging ongoing research and development.
1st Glacier Declared Dead from Climate Change
Satellite images taken more than three decades apart show the disappearance of Icelands Okjökull.
Production Linked Incentive Scheme
The Government has decided not to extend the PLI Scheme beyond the existing 14 sectors.
Sub-categorisation of SCs in Andhra Pradesh
The Andhra Pradesh Cabinet approved the one-member commission’s recommendations on the sub-categorisation of Scheduled Castes (SCs) to ensure equitable distribution of benefits.
Fast Track Special Courts
With an disposal rate of 96.28%, Fast Track Special Courts (FTSCs) have significantly expedited justice for survivors of sexual crimes by ensuring swift legal proceedings in cases of rape and offenses under the POCSO Act.
Concerns Raised over the Amendment into the RTI Act, 2005
Over 30 civil society organisations are urging the Union government to preserve the Right to Information Act, 2005.