๐ Current Affairs โ 23rd May 2025 | Daily GK Update for UPSC, PSC, SSC
๐ International Affairs
๐ฌ๐ง UK Returns Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius
In a landmark diplomatic move, the United Kingdom has handed over the Chagos Archipelago, including Diego Garcia, to Mauritius.
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This ends a decades-long territorial dispute.
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Diego Garcia is a strategic island hosting U.S. military operations.
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The move marks a key moment in post-colonial territorial restitution.
๐ฐ๏ธ Space & Planetary Defense
๐ NASA & ESA Monitor Asteroid 2003 MH4
An asteroid named 2003 MH4 is being tracked by NASA and ESA under their planetary defense operations.
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Classified as a Near-Earth Object (NEO)
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No immediate threat, but tracking ensures preparedness
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Focus: Building global planetary defense systems
๐ฎ๐ณ National Affairs
๐ 4% Housing Quota for Disabled Govt Employees
The Central Government has announced a 4% reservation in the General Pool Residential Accommodation (GPRA) for officials with disabilities.
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Implemented by: Directorate of Estates, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
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Legal Backing: Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
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Target Group: Central Govt. employees (ASO to Director level)
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Proof Required: Unique Disability ID (UDID)
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Units Covered: Over 1.02 lakh homes across 61 cities
๐ Fitch Upgrades India's Medium-Term Growth Projection
Fitch Ratings has revised Indiaโs projected GDP growth to 6.4% till FY2026.
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Reason: Higher Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) and Total Factor Productivity (TFP)
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TFP Projection: 1.5% (average)
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LFPR: Measures % of working-age people working or seeking work
This reflects a strong foundation for India's sustained economic momentum.
๐ณ India Post Partners with Aditya Birla Capital
India Post Payments Bank and Aditya Birla Capital have partnered to enhance credit access nationwide, including underserved rural areas.
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Will offer: Loans, insurance, and financial services
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Goal: Deeper financial inclusion through postal network
๐๏ธ Osmania General Hospital Recognized Globally
Osmania General Hospital, established in 1910, has been added to the 2025 World Monuments Watch List.
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Located in Hyderabad
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Recognized for its Indo-Saracenic architecture and historical value
๐ก๏ธ Gallantry Awards 2025
๐ President Confers 39 Gallantry Awards
The President of India awarded 39 gallantry medals to military and police personnel.
๐ฅ Kirti Chakra (2nd highest peacetime gallantry award)
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Living Recipients: Major Malla Rama Gopal Naidu, Major Manjit
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Posthumous: Col. Manpreet Singh, DSP Himayun Bhat, Rifleman Ravi Kumar
๐ฅ Shaurya Chakra (3rd highest peacetime gallantry award)
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Living Recipients: Sqn Ldr Deepak Kumar, Wg Cdr Vernon Keane, Maj. Vijay Verma, Insp. Jeffrey Hmingchullo
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Posthumous: Maj. Aashish Dhonchak, Sepoy Pardeep Singh, Constable Devan C
Forces Represented: Indian Army, Air Force, Navy, CRPF, BRO, J&K Police, Assam Rifles
๐น Sports & Youth Excellence
๐ฏ Kanak Bhudwar Wins Gold in ISSF Junior World Cup
Indiaโs Kanak Bhudwar clinched a Gold Medal in the 10m Air Pistol event at the ISSF Junior World Cup.
๐ Joe Root Becomes Fastest to 13,000 International Runs
England's Joe Root has achieved the record for the fastest player to reach 13,000 runs, setting a new global benchmark in cricketing excellence.
๐ฟ Environment & Tourism
๐ณ Gadpur Jungle Safari Opens in Mancherial, Telangana
A new jungle safari has been inaugurated in Gadpur, Mancherial district, Telangana.
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Aims to promote eco-tourism and wildlife education
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Expected to boost regional tourism
๐ธ Regional & Cultural News
๐ Muzaffarpur โ The Litchi Capital of India
Itโs litchi season in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, famous for its Shahi Litchis (with GI tag).
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A major contributor to Indiaโs fruit export
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Known as the Litchi Capital of India
๐ค Assam Launches AI News Anchor โAnkitaโ
Assam has introduced Indiaโs first regional AI news anchor, named Ankita, revolutionizing digital news broadcasting in the region.
๐ค India Leads at APO Meet 2025โ26
India has assumed the Chairmanship of the Asian Productivity Organisation (APO).
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Event: 67th Governing Body Meeting, Jakarta, Indonesia
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Indian Rep: Amardeep Singh (Secretary, DPIIT and APO Director for India)
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About APO:
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HQ: Tokyo
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Members: 21 countries
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Founded: 1961
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Mission: Boost productivity across Asia-Pacific
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