Daily Current Affairs — 5 July 2025
6 articles • UPSC Prelims & Mains
Ham Radio Communication
In News Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla interacted with the students using a ham radio from the International Space Station (ISS). Ham Radio Ham Radio is popularly known as Amateur radio. It is a licensed radio service that relies on radio waves for establishing communication.
India Tells WTO it May Levy Retaliatory Tariffs on U.S. Imports
Context The Indian government has notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of its proposal to levy retaliatory tariffs amounting to nearly $724 million on the U.S.. About The move follows the United States’ decision to extend safeguard tariffs—amounting to a 25% ad valorem increase—on imports of passenger vehicles, light trucks, and certain automobile components from India. The proposed suspension of concessions by India or other obligations would take the form of an increase in tariffs on se
Indian Diaspora in Trinidad & Tobago
Context Thirty-five million members of the Indian diaspora spread across the world are India’s “pride”, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi at an event of the people of Indian origin in Trinidad and Tobago. Indian Diaspora The diaspora encompasses a group of people who can either trace their origins to India or who are Indian citizens living abroad, either temporarily or permanently. As per the Indian Ministry of External Affairs [2024], the global Indian diaspora numbers approximately 35.42 milli
PNGRB Approves Reforms to Natural Gas Pipeline Tariff Regulations
In News The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) has approved significant amendments to the Natural Gas Pipeline Tariff Regulations, 2025, aimed at simplifying tariffs, improving access, and supporting the government’s vision of One Nation, One Grid, One Tariff. Key Amendments Reduction of Unified Tariff Zones: The number of unified tariff zones is reduced from three to two. This will simplify the tariff structure and streamline the natural gas transportation network.
How India’s Toy Industry Became a Global Exporter?
In News Indias toy industry has undergone a major transformation and is now manufacturing domestically and exporting to 153 countries. Toy Sector of India: Historical Linkages Indias toy-making tradition dates back to the Indus Valley Civilisation (c. 2500 BCE), with early toys made from clay, wood, and cloth reflecting cultural and social values.
Chhattisgarh Forest Department Withdraws Community Forest Rights Order
Context The Chhattisgarh Forest Department recently withdrew its May 2025 advisory that prohibited NGOs, private entities, and other departments from engaging in Community Forest Resource (CFR) management activities. Background The May 2025 order cited a 2020 circular and the National Working Plan Code (NWPC), 2023, emphasizing the need for scientific forest management. The order conflicted with the 2023 guidelines of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, which empower Gram Sabhas and their CFR Manage