08 December, 2025
GK Update
Wed 04 Jun, 2025
National News
5th Anniversary of India-Australia Diplomatic Relations

- On the occasion of the 5th anniversary of India-Australia diplomatic relations, a meeting was held between the Defence Ministers of both countries in New Delhi.
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Monsoon Session of Parliament

- According to Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, the Monsoon Session of Parliament will be held from 21st July to 12th August 2025.
Generally, three main sessions are conducted:
| Session Name | Usual Duration | Main Purpose |
| Budget Session | February to May (in 2 parts) | Presentation of budget and financial discussions |
| Monsoon Session | July to August | Discussion on policies and bills, review of ministries |
| Winter Session | November to December | Policy and legislative work |
Yogandhra 2025 Program

- The Yogandhra 2025 program was inaugurated near Puligundu Twin Hills in Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh.
- This program marked the beginning of a month-long yoga festival across Andhra Pradesh, which will continue until the main event of International Yoga Day on June 21.
| The state has chosen Visakhapatnam as the main venue, where participation of 2 crore people is targeted. |
‘Urban Adda 2025’

- Union Minister of Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, inaugurated the ‘Urban Adda 2025’ conference in New Delhi on 3rd June 2025.
- This three-day conference will be held from 3rd June to 5th June and will discuss topics such as climate-friendly cities, gender and mobility, clean air and water, waste management, and inclusive transportation.
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Process for Sharing Voter Turnout Trends

- The Election Commission has announced an upgrade to the process of sharing voter turnout trends.
- Under this new technological initiative, estimated voter turnout trends will be made available in real-time every two hours on the polling day.
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“World No Tobacco Day Awareness Quiz 2025”

- The Ministry of Education has launched the “World No Tobacco Day Awareness Quiz 2025” on the occasion of World No Tobacco Day, May 31, 2025.
- This online quiz is conducted on the MyGov platform and is available in 12 languages, including Hindi and other regional languages.
National Tobacco Control Programme (NTCP):
Theme of World No Tobacco Day 2025: 'Bright products. Dark intentions. Exposing the appeal |
State News
Active Efforts for Biodiversity Conservation

- The Government of Uttar Pradesh is making active efforts for the conservation of biodiversity, which have started showing positive results.
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Ladakh Official Language Regulation 2025 Implemented

- President Draupadi Murmu has implemented the Ladakh Official Language Regulation 2025.
- Under this regulation, the languages English, Hindi, Urdu, Bhoti, and Purigi have been granted official language status in the Union Territory of Ladakh.
Ladakh:
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Economy and Banking
Maruti Suzuki India Limited

- Maruti Suzuki India Limited announced to increase solar capacity by 30 megawatt-peak (MWP) with two new projects as part of its commitment to increase the use of renewable energy in its operations.
- Maruti Suzuki plans to achieve 319 megawatt-peak solar capacity by FY 2030-31 with an investment of over Rs 925 crore.
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Environment News
”Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” 2.0 Campaign

- On the occasion of ‘World Environment Day’ (5 June), the Government of India will launch the “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” 2.0 campaign to promote environmental protection and tree plantation.
- Under the “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” 2.0 campaign, a target has been set to plant 10 crore trees.
”Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” :
| Launch date: 5 June 2023 (World Environment Day) | Objective: To promote environmental protection and tree plantation with respect for motherhood | Key partners: Schools, local community, self-help groups |
Important Days
International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Violence

- Every year, June 4 is observed as the International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Violence.
- It was first observed in response to the atrocities committed against Palestinian and Lebanese children during the Israel-Lebanon war.
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