What is the News? The 3rd edition of Indo-Uzbekistan Joint Field Training Exercise “EX DUSTLIK” concluded at Yangiarik, Uzbekistan. What is Exercise DUSTLIK? Conducted between: It is a joint training exercise between India and Uzbekistan armies. First Edition: 2019 at Tashkent, Uzbekistan Aim: To enhance the level of defence cooperation between both the Armies and… Continue reading INDO-UZBEKISTAN JOINT EXERCISE “EX DUSTLIK” CONCLUDES AT YANGIARIK IN UZBEKISTAN
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Union Minister calls for creation of animal disease free zones for boosting value-added meat products
What is the News? Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry has called on stakeholders to work towards the creation of region-specific animal disease-free zones in the country to boost exports of value-added meat products. What is an Animal Disease Free Zone? According to the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE), zoning is a risk management… Continue reading Union Minister calls for creation of animal disease free zones for boosting value-added meat products
World Energy Transitions Outlook 2022: Energy transition holds key to tackle global energy and climate crisis: IRENA
What is the News? The International Renewable Energy Agency(IRENA) has released a report titled “World Energy Transitions Outlook 2022”. What are the key findings of the World Energy Transitions Outlook 2022? Transition to Clean Energy: Current Crisis of high fossil fuel prices, energy security concerns and the urgency of climate change underscores the pressing need… Continue reading World Energy Transitions Outlook 2022: Energy transition holds key to tackle global energy and climate crisis: IRENA
Bend and aim: DRDO’s corner-shot weapon gives police a critical eye
What is the News? A Corner-Shot Weapon System(CSWS) is at an advanced stage of being inducted by the Central Reserve Police Force(CRPF) and the Jammu and Kashmir police. What is a Corner-Shot Weapon System(CSWS)? Designed and developed by: Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE), laboratory of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). Purpose: It… Continue reading Bend and aim: DRDO’s corner-shot weapon gives police a critical eye
Cabinet approves setting up of National Land Monetization Corporation(NLMC)
What is the News? The Union Cabinet has approved the setting up of the National Land Monetization Corporation (NLMC) as a wholly-owned Government of India company with an initial authorized share capital of Rs 5,000 crore and paid-up share capital of Rs 150 crore. What is National Land Monetization Corporation(NLMC)? Administrative Ministry: Department of Public… Continue reading Cabinet approves setting up of National Land Monetization Corporation(NLMC)
Indian power projects replace Chinese ventures in Sri Lanka
What is the News? The Indian Foreign Minister is on a visit to Sri Lanka. During this visit, several agreements have been signed. What are the agreements signed by India and Sri Lanka? Hybrid Power Projects in Three Islands of Sri Lanka India will set up hybrid power projects in three Islands off Jaffna in… Continue reading Indian power projects replace Chinese ventures in Sri Lanka
Explained: Who is a ‘minority’ in India? Here’s what courts have said
What is the News? The Supreme Court will take up a petition seeking identification of minorities at the state level and granting minority status to Hindus in states and union territories where their numbers have gone below other communities. What is the petition about? A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court stating that… Continue reading Explained: Who is a ‘minority’ in India? Here’s what courts have said
15 Points Programme for Minorities Welfare Schemes
What is the News? The Ministry of Minority Affairs is implementing the Prime Minister’s New 15 Point Programme for the welfare of Minority Communities. What is the PM 15 Point Programme for the welfare of Minority Communities? It is an overarching programme covering various schemes/initiatives of the participating Ministries/Departments and is implemented throughout the country.… Continue reading 15 Points Programme for Minorities Welfare Schemes
Kozhikode to vie for UNESCO ‘City of Literature’ distinction
What is the News? Kozhikode has been proposed by the Kerala Institute of Local Administration (KILA) to be branded as a ‘City of Literature’ under the UNESCO Creative Cities Network(UCCN). Why has Kozhikode been proposed as the City of Literature? Kozhikode has a legacy of writers such as Vaikom Mohammed Basheer, Sanjayan, S.K. Pottekkatt, M.T.… Continue reading Kozhikode to vie for UNESCO ‘City of Literature’ distinction
Explained: What will Australia’s new Defence Space Command Agency do?
What is the News? Australia has announced a new Defence Space Command Agency to counter the growing influence of Russia and China in space. What is the Defence Space Command Agency? Setup by: Australia. Aim: To achieve strategic space ambitions and lead the effort to assure Australia’s access to space. Nodal Agency: The agency will… Continue reading Explained: What will Australia’s new Defence Space Command Agency do?
