National News (Government Schemes & Policies)
A. PIB (Press Information Bureau) Updates
1. PM Modi Launches ‘Green India Mission 2030’
- Launched on April 1, 2025, targeting 26 million hectares of degraded land restoration by 2030.
- Goal: Increase India’s forest cover to 24% (from 21.71% in 2023).
- Budget: ₹50,000 crore allocated. Urban forests to be developed in 100 smart cities.
- PIB Source: Press Information Bureau (Check April 1, 2025 release).
2. Digital India Act 2025 Implemented
- Replaced IT Act 2000 with stricter data privacy laws and AI/deepfake regulations.
- Mandatory KYC for social media accounts to curb fake news.
B. Economic & Banking Updates
1. RBI Monetary Policy Highlights
- Repo rate unchanged at 6.00% (5th consecutive hold).
- GDP growth forecast revised to 7.2% for FY 2025-26.
- CBDC (Digital Rupee) expanded to 50 new cities.
2. Forex Reserves Hit Record $650 Billion
- Boosted by FDI inflows and RBI’s forex management (as of March 31, 2025).
International Relations
India Signs NASA’s Artemis Accords
- India becomes 30th nation to join lunar & Mars exploration missions.
- ISRO’s Gaganyaan unmanned test flight scheduled for June 2025.
Science & Technology
DRDO Tests Hypersonic Missile ‘Shaurya-II’
- Mach 6 speed, 1,500 km range. Strengthens India’s nuclear deterrence.
Awards & Honours
Padma Awards 2025 Winners
- Padma Vibhushan: Dr. Randeep Guleria (Medicine)
- Padma Bhushan: Aditya Mittal (Industry)
Sports News
India Wins Kabaddi World Cup 2025
- Defeated Iran 42-38. Pawan Sehrawat named MVP.
Important Days (April 1)
- April Fools’ Day
- Utkarsh Bangla Diwas (West Bengal Skill Development Day)
FAQs on April 1, 2025 Current Affairs
Q1. What is the target of Green India Mission 2030?
Ans: Increase India’s forest cover to 24% by 2030.
Q2. What is the repo rate as per RBI’s April 2025 policy?
Ans: 6.00% (unchanged).
Key Takeaways for Competitive Exams
UPSC: Focus on Green India Mission, Artemis Accords, Digital India Act 2025.
Banking: Note RBI’s repo rate & forex reserves.
SSC/Railways: Revise Padma Awards 2025 & Shaurya-II missile.