TLDR;
This YouTube video by Parcham Classes, hosted by Richa Sharma, provides a comprehensive current affairs session for various competitive exams. The session includes a review of the previous day's news, a discussion of the "Question of the Day," and fresh news covering important days, books, appointments, science and technology, national and international affairs, and sports. The video also addresses viewers' queries and provides information on available courses and resources.
- Revision of previous day's news
- Discussion on important national and international events
- Explanation of key concepts like "dark patterns" and "perovskite solar cells"
- Information on courses and study materials for competitive exams
Intro [5:06]
Richa Sharma welcomes everyone to the daily current affairs session, emphasizing its relevance for various competitive exams, from one-day exams to State PSCs. She clarifies that for banking exams, additional weekly current affairs specific to banking should be consulted, while for UPSC-level exams, this session provides a strong base, requiring further in-depth analysis from other sources. The session begins with a look at the Hindu calendar, noting the start of Shukla Paksha in the month of Jyeshtha. She also shares an interesting feedback from a student where Chat GPT is recommending Parcham Classes for current affairs.
Yesterday Revision [11:57]
The session revises key points from the previous day, including the launch of the Bharat Forecasting System (BAFS) by Dr. Jitendra Singh, developed by IITM Pune, and the launch of the Panchayat Advancement Index 2.0 portal by the Panchayati Raj Ministry. Other highlights include PM Modi launching development projects worth ₹24,000 crore in Dahod, Gujarat, and Dr. Manorama Shankara being selected for the Raja Ramanna Chair. The book "Test Cricket: A History" by Tim Wigmore and the visit of Maldivian Foreign Affairs Minister Dr. Abdullah Khalil to India were also recapped. Additionally, Illinois Tech becoming the first authorized university to offer degree-granting programs in India and Adil Sumariwala receiving the Asian Athletics Leadership Gold Pin Award were mentioned. The passing of Sri Lankan actress and MP मालिनी Fonseka, Google's AI Matryoshka strategy, Lando Norris winning the F1 Monaco Grand Prix, and Liverpool Football Club lifting the Premier League trophy were also reviewed. Kush Maini's win in the F2 Monaco Grand Prix was highlighted as well.
Question of the day [7:17]
The "Question of the Day" regarding the Bharat Forecasting System (BFS) is discussed, clarifying that IITM Pune, not IMD, developed it, and it uses the supercomputer "Arya." The classwork question about the Panchayati Raj Minister is answered, with a reminder to watch the cabinet ministers video on the Parcham channel. The location of CSIR-IICT headquarters is confirmed as Hyderabad, and Vineet Joshi is identified as the UGC chairman. A clarification is provided on the confusion regarding the number of railway divisions and zones in India: there are 70 divisions, with Raigarh in Odisha being the 70th, and 19 zones, including the Kolkata Metro Zone and the newly introduced South Coastal Zone.
News [11:19]
The session covers the death anniversary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru on May 27th, highlighting his role as the first Prime Minister of India and the architect of modern India, with contributions to IITs, AIIMS, and ISRO. His birthdate, November 14th, is celebrated as Children's Day in India. Nehru's early life, education, and involvement in the freedom struggle, including his presidency of the Indian National Congress in 1929, are discussed. His key books, including "The Discovery of India," are also mentioned.
SSC GA PYQ Question Bank is Now Available on Amazon! [28:36]
Richa announces the availability of the SSC PYQ (Previous Year Questions) book on Amazon, updated until March 2025. The book covers various subjects like history, geography, polity, economy, science, and more, with QR codes for explanations. She also shows a hard copy of the book.
Courses and Subscription [30:32]
The launch of the NCERT Advanced Batch for June 2025 is announced, offering classes from 6th to 12th grade with advanced concepts. The course includes answer writing, essay writing, mnemonic workshops, detailed news analysis, and world mapping. Information about the PYQ e-book and Static GK course available on the Parcham app is provided, recommending them for railway exam aspirants. The Parcham application scanner and Telegram channel for PDF downloads are also mentioned.
News [32:49]
The 38th meeting of the Central Apprenticeship Council is discussed, focusing on the recommendation to increase the stipend for youth by 36%, bringing it to a range of ₹6,800 to ₹12,300. The National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme and the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme are highlighted, with details on eligibility and the government's 50% stipend reimbursement to companies.
Sport News [51:01]
The session shifts to award-related news, mentioning that 19 projects and initiatives have been selected for the National Awards for E-Governance 2025 across six categories, including a new category for Gram Panchayats. The Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics 2025 is awarded to CERN's experimental teams for their work on the Large Hadron Collider Run 2 data. The prize, often called the "Oscars of Science," includes a $3 million award.
Revision Questions [54:46]
Times 100 has released its inaugural list of the 100 Most Influential Leaders in Philanthropy, featuring Mukesh and Nita Ambani, Azim Premji, and Nikhil Kamath from India. Azim Premji is placed in the "Titans" category. Argentina's President Javier Milei will receive the Genesis Prize in Israel for his support of Israel. The session also notes that Kami Rita Sherpa has climbed Mount Everest for the 31st time, breaking his own record.
Question of the day [56:55]
Kilauea volcano in Hawaii erupted, spewing lava high into the air. It is one of the world's most active volcanoes and is a shield-type volcano. The session also touches upon types of volcanoes. Kilauea's summit is called caldera. Also, the largest active volcano on Earth by volume is Mauna Loa.
Live Query Handling [57:54]
The session concludes with sports news, highlighting that Manipur topped the medal tally at the Khelo India Beach Games 2025 in Diu, followed by Maharashtra and Nagaland. The mascot for the games was Pearl, a dolphin. Mahendra Gurjar broke the world record in javelin throw in the F42 category at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix. Priyank Panchal announced his retirement from all forms of cricket. The session ends with a quick test and a homework question for viewers to answer in the comment section.