News: Rani Abbakka Chowta is remembered for her resistance against the Portuguese and efforts to honour her contributions. About Rani Abbakka Chowta Rani Abbakka Chowta was a courageous queen of Ullal in the 16th century. Dynasty: She belonged to the Chowta dynasty, which followed the Tuluvu community’s traditions. Region: She ruled Ullal, a prosperous port… Continue reading Rani Abbakka Chowta
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National Social Security Board for Unorganised Workers and Gig & Platform Workers
News: The Ministry of Labour and Employment has notified the official constitution of the National Social Security Board for unorganised, gig and platform workers. About National Social Security Board for Unorganised Workers and Gig & Platform Workers The National Social Security Board aims to support social security for unorganized workers, gig workers and platform workers… Continue reading National Social Security Board for Unorganised Workers and Gig & Platform Workers
Sankosh River
News: A glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) in Bhutan raised flood concerns along the Sankosh River, leading to evacuations in parts of northern West Bengal. About Sankosh River The Sankosh River is a major north-bank tributary of the Brahmaputra River that flows through Bhutan and India. Origin: The river originates in the snow-clad Greater Himalayan… Continue reading Sankosh River
Container Manufacturing Promotion Scheme (CMPS)
News: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the Container Manufacturing Promotion Scheme with a budgetary outlay of ₹10,000 crore. About Container Manufacturing Promotion Scheme (CMPS) The Container Manufacturing Promotion Scheme (CMPS) was announced in the Union Budget 2026–27. Aim: It aims to establish a globally competitive container manufacturing ecosystem in… Continue reading Container Manufacturing Promotion Scheme (CMPS)
Khelo India Sports Goods Manufacturing Scheme
News: The Union Cabinet has approved the Khelo India Sports Goods Manufacturing Scheme to strengthen India’s sports goods manufacturing sector. About Khelo India Sports Goods Manufacturing Scheme The Khelo India Sports Goods Manufacturing Scheme is a scheme to strengthen India’s sports goods manufacturing base through support for investment, technology, research, skills and market development. It… Continue reading Khelo India Sports Goods Manufacturing Scheme
Pradhan Mantri Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana (PM VGSY)
News: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana on 28 October 2026. About Pradhan Mantri Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana (PM VGSY) Type: It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS). Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Panchayati Raj Aim: The scheme aims to transform Panchayats into empowered, self-reliant,… Continue reading Pradhan Mantri Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana (PM VGSY)
National Startup Awards 6.0
News: The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) launched the 6th Edition of the National Startup Awards on 27 October 2026. About National Startup Awards 6.0 It is a flagship initiative under Startup India Initiative. It recognizes startups for innovation, scalability, sustainability and socio-economic impact. Launched by: It is launched by the… Continue reading National Startup Awards 6.0
Cyclone Arnab
News: Severe Cyclone Arnab made landfall on the Andhra Pradesh coast between Kakinada and Yanam, bringing destructive winds and heavy rain. About Cyclones Cyclones are a fast inward air movement around a low-pressure area. In the Northern Hemisphere, the air circulates anticlockwise, while in the Southern Hemisphere, it moves clockwise. Cyclones are typically associated with… Continue reading Cyclone Arnab
Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) Srishti
News: The Indian Navy’s Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) Srishti was launched at Goa Shipyard Limited on 27 October 2026. About Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) Srishti The NGOPV Srishti is an indigenously designed and built vessel for the Indian Navy. It is the 5th vessel launched out of the 11 planned ships… Continue reading Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) Srishti
Exercise GARUDA SHAKTI 2026
News: The 11th edition of the India-Indonesia Joint Special Forces Exercise GARUDA SHAKTI has commenced in Indonesia. About Exercise GARUDA SHAKTI 2026 The Exercise GARUDA SHAKTI 2026 is a bilateral military exercise between the Special Forces of India and Indonesia. Host: The 11th edition of Exercise GARUDA SHAKTI 2026 is hosted by Indonesia at Banyuwangi.… Continue reading Exercise GARUDA SHAKTI 2026
