Daily Current Affairs – 09 April 2025

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SOURCE : THE HINDU Description In India, the gap between judicial decisions and their implementation remains a pressing concern. Pradeep S. Mehta, Secretary General of CUTS International, highlights that despite clear rulings like the National Green Tribunal’s noise pollution order, enforcement remains ineffective due to systemic inertia and lack of foresight. He stresses that effective judicial orders must be implementable and supported by clear frameworks, accountability, and technology. Examples from India and abroad, such as Kathmandu’s noise control and passive...

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SOURCE : THE HINDU  Description:  On the 10th anniversary of the Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY), Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that over 52 crore loans amounting to ₹33 lakh crore have been disbursed under the scheme. Addressing beneficiaries, he emphasized how the scheme has empowered marginalized communities and women by offering financial support without guarantees. The PM noted that MUDRA has fueled self-employment, job creation, and improved living standards, with more than half the beneficiaries from SC, ST, and...

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  SOURCE : THE HINDU  Description NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, during his visit to Japan, described China's military build-up as “staggering,” emphasizing the need for stronger NATO-Japan cooperation. Speaking at the Yokosuka naval base, Rutte stressed that growing coordination among China, Russia, and North Korea poses threats to global stability. He highlighted the importance of shared values between NATO and Japan and asserted that developments in the Euro-Atlantic and Indo-Pacific regions are interconnected. Japan, too, is ramping up its...

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SOURCE : THE HINDU  Description The Supreme Court strongly criticized Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi for delaying assent on 10 re-passed Bills, calling his actions unconstitutional. The court held that once a Bill is passed, the Governor must act within a fixed timeline, as outlined under Article 200 of the Constitution. The court emphasized that a Governor should be a guide to the State, not an obstacle, and ruled that indefinite delay or “pocket veto” is not permitted. It also...

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SOURCE : THE HINDU  Description The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken suo motu cognisance of the ongoing issues faced by prisoners in jails across India, including women inmates and their children. Highlighting concerns such as overcrowding, inadequate basic amenities, and poor healthcare facilities, the NHRC has issued notices to all Chief Secretaries of States and Union Territories. The commission has demanded replies to address the human rights concerns prevalent in prison conditions. Key Points •    NHRC issued notices...