News: A Loya Jirga-grand assembly in Afghanistan has approved the release of 400 Taliban prisoners. Facts: Loya Jirga: It is a mass national gathering that brings together representatives from the various ethnic, religious and tribal communities in Afghanistan. Purpose: It is mainly organized for choosing a new head of state in case of sudden death,… Continue reading Loya Jirga: The Grand Assembly of Afghanistan
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Finance Minister launches online dashboard for National Infrastructure Pipeline
News: Finance Minister has inaugurated the National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP) Online Dashboard. Facts: NIP Online Dashboard: It is a one-stop solution for all stakeholders looking for information on infrastructure projects in India. The dashboard is being hosted on the India Investment Grid(IIG). Additional Facts: India Investment Grid: It is an interactive and dynamic online platform… Continue reading Finance Minister launches online dashboard for National Infrastructure Pipeline
Indonesia’s Sinabung volcano erupts
News: The Mount Sinabung of Indonesia has erupted again releasing a huge column of ash. Facts: Mount Sinabung: It is located in the North Sumatra Island of Indonesia. The volcano was dormant for 400 years and erupted recently in the year 2010 and in 2014. Mt Sinabung is among more than 120 active volcanoes in… Continue reading Indonesia’s Sinabung volcano erupts
Defence Minister launches various initiatives of DPSUs & OFB
News: Defence minister has launched several initiatives by Defence PSUs and OFB as part of the Atma Nirbhar Bharat Saptah. Facts: Atma Nirbhar Bharat Saptah: It is an initiative of the Ministry of Defence to boost indigenisation of defence production which will provide impetus to Atma Nirbhar Bharat Abhiyan. Key Initiatives Taken and Launched: Negative… Continue reading Defence Minister launches various initiatives of DPSUs & OFB
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