April 2025 News Archive: What Happened This Month?

If you’re wondering what made headlines in April 2025, you’ve landed in the right spot. From nail‑biting IPL matches to exam result fireworks and a jump in gold prices, this month was packed with stories that mattered to everyday Indians. Below is a quick rundown that saves you the scroll‑through and gets you up to speed.

Cricket Takes Center Stage

The IPL was the buzzkill for many teams but a thrill for fans. Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally broke their home‑ground jinx, edging out Rajasthan Royals by 11 runs at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. A few days later, they topped the table with a six‑wicket win over Delhi Capitals, thanks to Virat Kohli’s 51 and Krunal Pandya’s explosive 73*.

Meanwhile, Chennai Super Kings snapped a five‑game losing streak after MS Dhoni’s late blitz sealed a win against Lucknow Super Giants. Gujarat Titans turned heads with a 39‑run demolition of Kolkata Knight Riders, sparking a meme wave across social media.

Women’s cricket also shone. India’s women swept a 3‑0 ODI series against South Africa, with Smriti Mandhana leading the charge. And the India‑Sri Lanka Women’s ODI Tri‑Series kicked off, offering live streams on FanCode and ThePapare 2, a crucial prep for the upcoming World Cup.

Exam Results, Finance & Weather Alerts

The UPSC civil services exam results rolled out, highlighting Madhya Pradesh candidates among the national toppers. Over a thousand recommendations were announced, and aspirants can now verify scores on the official UPSC portal.

On the financial front, gold prices surged past the ₹1.25 lakh mark per 10 grams, driven by global tensions and central bank buying. Analysts warn that a sharp dip is unlikely soon, so keep an eye on the market if you’re planning a purchase.

Weather-wise, Uttar Pradesh faced a blistering heat wave on April 9, with temperatures soaring to 41 °C, while the IMD issued a hailstorm alert for 38 districts, offering a brief respite from the scorching heat.

Other notable stories included the Jharkhand school holiday for Good Friday, a police raid on a Jind spa, and a hike in excise duty on petrol and diesel that left retail prices steady.

That’s the snapshot of April 2025 on PC Literacy Info. Whether you follow cricket, track exam results, or stay on top of finance and weather, this archive gives you the essentials in a single, easy read.