Daily Current Affairs and GK | 25 March 2026

Topic: Infrastructure and Energy

1. Coal Minister G. Kishan Reddy stated that India possesses the world's fifth-largest coal reserves.

• He noted that these reserves are sufficient for long-term utilization. They can meet India's energy requirements for 60 to 70 years.
• The government has implemented several reforms within the coal sector.
• These reforms have been implemented over the past few years.
• The coal block allocation process has been made significantly more transparent.
• Coal remains a primary source of energy in India. It plays a pivotal role in electricity generation.
• Approximately 74% of electricity is generated by coal-based thermal power plants.
• India is the world's second-largest producer of coal. It is also the second-largest consumer.
• The government has intensified coal exploration activities. The objective is to boost domestic production.
• Policies are being introduced to enhance coal production. Efforts are also underway to streamline the approval process.
• The government is prioritizing environmental sustainability. These measures contribute to achieving long-term development goals.

Topic: Sports

2. Khelo India Tribal Games 2026 hosted in Chhattisgarh across three cities.

• The Khelo India Tribal Games 2026 will be hosted in Chhattisgarh from March 25 to April 3 across multiple venues.
• It has been announced that the event will be organised in the cities of Raipur, Jagdalpur, and Surguja.
• More than 6,000 participants, including around 2,300 athletes, are expected to take part in the Games.
• The event is being organised to promote tribal talent and provide a national platform for indigenous sports and athletes.
• A wide range of disciplines such as Archery, Athletics, Football, Hockey, Swimming, Weightlifting, Wrestling, Mallakhamb, and Kabaddi will be featured.
• It has been highlighted that over 32% of the population of Chhattisgarh belongs to tribal communities, making it a suitable host for the Games.
• The Games aim to showcase the rich cultural traditions and athletic excellence of tribal communities across India.
• Mallakhamb and Kabaddi will be presented as demonstrative disciplines to highlight indigenous sporting traditions.