Siachen Day is observed every year on April 13 to honor the courage and sacrifice of Indian soldiers serving in the Siachen Glacier, the highest and most inhospitable battlefield in the world.

14th April 2025 Current Affairs | Daily GK Update & Top News for Exams |

International News

India-Italy Strengthen Strategic Partnership with Focus on Trade, Defence, and IMEEC

India and Italy have strengthened their Strategic Partnership by advancing cooperation in trade, defence, clean energy, and connectivity, notably through the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEEC) and the Joint Strategic Action Plan (JSAP) 2025–29.
During Italian Deputy PM Antonio Tajani’s visit, both sides focused on boosting high-tech collaboration, space and digital innovation, and promoting a free Indo-Pacific.
Key outcomes include tech transfer, youth mobility, and Italy’s appointment of a special envoy for IMEEC, reaffirming deepening ties since their Strategic Partnership declaration in 2023.

Business News

Milkfed Launches ‘Veera’ Mascot for Verka to Boost Nationwide Presence

Milkfed Punjab has launched a new mascot ‘Veera’—a smiling Sikh boy with folded hands—for its flagship dairy brand Verka, aiming to boost national recognition similar to the Amul Girl.
The launch, symbolizing Punjabi warmth and hospitality, coincided with a ₹135 crore dairy expansion project in Amritsar, enhancing Verka’s production of flavored milk and fermented dairy products.
As the 7th largest milk cooperative in India, Milkfed also announced e-commerce integration to expand Verka’s global market reach, making ‘Veera’ a strategic tool for branding and cultural resonance.

Awards News

Aamir Khan Honoured at Macau Comedy Festival 2025

Bollywood icon Aamir Khan made headlines at the Macau International Comedy Festival 2025 in China, where he was honored with the ‘Master Humor Award’ from April 9-13, 2025.
Known as ‘Uncle Mi’ in China, Aamir has enjoyed immense popularity, with his films like 3 Idiots (2009), PK (2014), and Dangal (2016) earning huge success in the country, particularly the latter, which grossed over ₹1000 crore (~$193M).
At the festival, Aamir participated in a discussion titled ‘Laughter is the Best Medicine’, along with Ma Li and Shen Teng, discussing the future and social impact of comedy.

P. Sivakami Honoured with Verchol Dalit Literary Award 2025

On April 13, 2025, renowned writer, retired IAS officer, and social activist P. Sivakami received the Verchol Dalit Literary Award from Neelam Cultural Centre, founded by Pa. Ranjith, in Chennai, along with a ₹1 lakh prize.
In her speech, Sivakami emphasized Dalit identity, the resistance and power of Dalit literature, its role in challenging dominant narratives, and the importance of writing in English for broader impact, while celebrating the rise of Dalit voices in literature.

Sports News

ICC Initiative to Support Displaced Afghan Women Cricketers

In a landmark move for inclusivity and athlete rights, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has formed a dedicated task force to support displaced Afghan women cricketers, in collaboration with BCCI, ECB, and Cricket Australia (CA).
The initiative includes the creation of a monetary support fund, a high-performance programme offering advanced coaching, training facilities, and mentorship.
ICC Chair Jay Shah stressed the role of cricket as a unifying force and reaffirmed the ICC’s commitment to global unity and equal opportunities in cricket.

Oscar Piastri Wins 2025 Bahrain Grand Prix

Oscar Piastri of McLaren triumphed at the 2025 Bahrain Grand Prix, securing his second win of the season by a dominant 15.499 seconds.
Starting from pole, Piastri’s performance marked McLaren’s first-ever victory at the Bahrain Circuit and his 50th Formula One race.
He now sits second in the championship, just 3 points behind teammate Lando Norris, who finished third on the podium. The race saw George Russell (Mercedes) take second, while Lando Norris remains the championship leader.
McLaren leads the Constructors’ Championship with 151 points, ahead of Mercedes with 93 points.
Notable performances included Charles Leclerc (4th) and Lewis Hamilton (5th), while Max Verstappen dropped to 6th.

Indian Men’s Recurve Team Wins Silver in Stage 1 At Archery World Cup 25

India’s recurve men’s archery team—Dhiraj Bommadevara, Atanu Das, and Tarundeep Rai—clinched a silver medal at the Archery World Cup 2025, Stage 1 in Auburndale, Florida, after a 1-5 loss to China in the final.
Despite being the world number two team, India fell short against the third-seeded Chinese trio—Li Zhongyuan, Kao Wenchao, and Wang Yan. India had earlier defeated Spain in the semi-finals.
The match was closely contested, with India tying Set 1 (1-1), but China edged out Set 2 (58-55) and Set 3 (55-54) with consistent high scores to seal the victory.

Virat Kohli’s 100th T20 Half-Century A Landmark for King

Virat Kohli achieved a historic milestone in IPL 2025, scoring his 100th T20 half-century with a match-winning unbeaten 62 off 45 balls against Rajasthan Royals in Match 28 at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur.
This also marked his 66th 50+ score in the IPL, tying with David Warner for the most in league history.
The knock lifted RCB to their fourth away win, pushing them into the top three on the points table, while Kohli climbed to 5th in the Orange Cap standings, reaffirming his consistency and longevity in T20 cricket.

Carlos Alcaraz Wins 2025 Monte Carlo Masters

Carlos Alcaraz clinched the Rolex Monte Carlo Masters 2025 title with a stunning comeback victory over Lorenzo Musetti, winning 3-6, 6-1, 6-0 in a 1-hour 54-minute final.
Despite losing the first set, Alcaraz capitalized on Musetti’s leg injury in the deciding set to dominate and secure his 6th ATP Masters 1000 and 18th career title.
The reigning French Open champion now rises to World No. 2, further cementing his status among tennis’s elite ahead of his 22nd birthday.

India Finishes Second Overall in First ISSF World Cup 2025

India made a strong start to the 2025 ISSF World Cup, finishing 2nd overall with 8 medals (4 Gold, 2 Silver, 2 Bronze) across rifle, pistol, and shotgun events. The standout performers included Sift Kaur Samra, Rudrankksh Patil, Suruchi, and Vijayveer Sidhu, each clinching gold.
Held ahead of the Paris Olympics, the event highlighted India’s growing shooting prowess and blend of youth and experience, with China topping the medal table.

Important Days News

BR Ambedkar Remembrance Day History, Significance, Contributions

Ambedkar Jayanti, observed on April 14, commemorates Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the chief architect of India’s Constitution and a pioneering social reformer who championed equality, social justice, and human rights, especially for marginalized communities.
First celebrated in 1928 in Pune by Janardan Sadashiv Ranapisay, it marked Dr. Ambedkar’s growing influence even before independence.
In 1990, he was posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna, recognizing his transformative legacy in shaping a just and inclusive society.

World Chagas Disease Day 2025, Date, Theme, Significance

World Chagas Disease Day 2025, Date, Theme, Significance

World Chagas Disease Day 2025 highlights the global impact of Chagas disease, a “silent and silenced” parasitic illness caused by Trypanosoma cruzi, and stresses the need for equitable healthcare and collective responsibility in its prevention, control, and care.
Also known as American trypanosomiasis and discovered by Carlos Chagas in 1909, the disease primarily affects poor populations in Latin America but is now spreading globally.
It is mainly transmitted by triatomine bugs (“kissing bugs“) and can also spread via congenital transmission, blood transfusion, organ transplant, contaminated food, and lab exposure.

Bohag Bihu 2025: A Celebration of Assamese New Year and Harvest Joy

Bohag Bihu 2025: A Celebration of Assamese New Year and Harvest Joy

Bohag Bihu 2025, also known as Rongali Bihu or Xaat Bihu, is a vibrant seven-day Assamese New Year festival celebrated from April 14 to April 20/21, marking the arrival of spring and a thanksgiving for harvests.
Rich in agricultural and cultural rituals, each day honors aspects like cattle (Garu Bihu), elders (Manuh Bihu), household deities (Guxai Bihu), handloom (Taator Bihu), farming tools (Nangolor Bihu), domestic animals (Gharosia Jibar Bihu), and community unity (Chera Bihu).
It symbolizes gratitude, prosperity, and social harmony, akin to other Indian festivals like Baisakhi, Vishu, Puthandu, and Pohela Boishakh.

Siachen Day: Honouring the Bravehearts of the World’s Highest Battlefield

Siachen Day: Honouring the Bravehearts of the World's Highest Battlefield

Siachen Day, observed annually on April 13, commemorates Operation Meghdoot (1984), when the Indian Army preemptively secured the Siachen Glacier—the world’s highest battlefield—against Pakistan’s intrusion.
Marking its 41st anniversary in 2025, the day honors the unmatched bravery of Indian soldiers who endure extreme conditions to guard strategic passes like Sia La and Bilafond La at 20,000 feet in the Karakoram Range.
The Indian Air Force played a pivotal role, using aircraft like Chetak, Cheetah, An-32, and Mi-17 for logistics. Siachen holds immense geopolitical importance, controlling access to Shaksgam Valley, Gilgit Baltistan, and the Karakoram Pass.

Obituaries News

Kumudini Lakhia (1930–2025) Kathak Legend Passed Away

Kumudini Lakhia (1930–2024), the trailblazing Kathak exponent, revolutionized the classical form by challenging its reliance on narrative (katha) and literary content (sahitya), introducing abstraction, ensemble choreography, and contemporary themes.
Trained under legends like Pt Sundar Prasad, Pt Shambhu Maharaj, and Pt Birju Maharaj, she brought a global perspective after touring Europe with Ram Gopal at 18.
As founder of Kadamb Centre for Dance in Ahmedabad, she nurtured generations with her innovative yet tradition-rooted vision, reshaping Kathak through fearless experimentation.

Jean Marsh Emmy-Winning ‘Upstairs, Downstairs’ Actress Passed Away

Jean Marsh, renowned British actress and co-creator of the iconic period drama Upstairs, Downstairs, passed away on April 13, 2025, at the age of 90 in London due to complications from dementia.
Best known for her Emmy-winning role as Mrs. Rose Buck, a parlormaid, Marsh’s performance left a lasting impact on British television.
As both a talented actress and screenwriter, her legacy is marked by creativity, resilience, and a pivotal contribution to classic British drama.

Mario Vargas Llosa A Noble Award Winner Passed Away

Mario Vargas Llosa, the celebrated Peruvian novelist, essayist, and journalist, passed away on April 14, 2025, at age 89. A Nobel Laureate (2010), he was known for his incisive works exploring power structures and the individual’s struggle against them.
Author of over 30 novels, including The Time of the Hero and The Green House, Vargas Llosa’s influential literary style and political activism cemented his legacy as a towering figure in Spanish-language literature and global intellectual thought.