News: At least six people were killed and many others were injured after earthquakes struck Peru’s Junín region, causing widespread damage and relief operations. Key Facts about Peru Location: Peru is the third-largest country in South America and is located just south of the Equator. Boundaries: Land Boundaries: Peru shares its borders with Ecuador and… Continue reading Key Facts about Peru
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58th International Chemistry Olympiad
News: India won four gold medals and secured the joint top rank at the 58th International Chemistry Olympiad, achieving its best-ever performance. About 58th International Chemistry Olympiad The 58th International Chemistry Olympiad is the world’s premier chemistry competition for secondary school students. Host Country: The 58th International Chemistry Olympiad was held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Country… Continue reading 58th International Chemistry Olympiad
Electronic Gold Receipts (EGRs)
News: In May 2026, the National Stock Exchange of India introduced Electronic Gold Receipts (EGRs) for buying and selling gold in electronic form. About Electronic Gold Receipts (EGRs) Electronic Gold Receipts (EGRs) are exchange-traded securities that represent ownership of physical gold stored in the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)-regulated vaults. Launched in: The… Continue reading Electronic Gold Receipts (EGRs)
Ex Pitch Black 2026
News: The Indian Air Force started participating in Ex Pitch Black 2026 at the Royal Australian Air Force Base Darwin from 20 July 2026. About Ex Pitch Black 2026 Ex Pitch Black 2026 is the Royal Australian Air Force’s flagship biennial multinational air combat exercise with a 45-year history. Origin of Name: The name “Pitch… Continue reading Ex Pitch Black 2026
Manasbal Lakes
News: Manasbal Lake in central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district is showing ecological recovery with the return of migratory birds. About Manasbal Lake Manasbal Lake: It is the deepest natural freshwater lake in Jammu and Kashmir and is known as the “Supreme Gem of all Kashmir Lakes.” Location: The lake is located in Ganderbal district, Srinagar, at… Continue reading Manasbal Lakes
Prime Minister’s National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (PM-NAPS)
News: The Government extended the Special Intervention under PM-NAPS for FY 2026–27 to expand apprenticeship opportunities across the North-Eastern Region. About Prime Minister’s National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (PM-NAPS) Prime Minister’s National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (PM-NAPS) is a Government of India scheme launched in 2016 to promote apprenticeship training through financial support to establishments. Extension: It has… Continue reading Prime Minister’s National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (PM-NAPS)
VISHWAS, 2026
News: EPFO has launched VISHWAS, 2026, as a one-time dispute resolution initiative for settlement of damages and penalty-related disputes under EPF laws. About VISHWAS, 2026 VISHWAS, 2026 is a one-time dispute resolution initiative to facilitate amicable settlement of damages and penalty-related disputes. Launched by: The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) under the Ministry of Labour &… Continue reading VISHWAS, 2026
Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) Fuel Cell
News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off India’s first hydrogen-powered train on the 89-km Jind–Sonipat route in Haryana on July 17. About Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) Fuel Cell A Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cell, also known as a Polymer Electrolyte Membrane fuel cell, is an electrochemical device that converts the chemical energy of hydrogen and… Continue reading Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) Fuel Cell
PARIVARTAN Scheme
News: MoHUA approved Guidelines for the PARIVARTAN Scheme to replace older polluting trucks and buses in the National Capital Region. About PARIVARTAN Scheme PARIVARTAN stands for ‘Programme for Accelerated Renewal and Incentivization of Vehicle Assets for Reducing Transport Air Pollution and Network Emissions’. Implemented by: It is implemented by the Ministry of Road Transport and… Continue reading PARIVARTAN Scheme
Operation Southern Readiness 26-2
News: The Indian Navy will host Operation Southern Readiness 26-2, a four-day multinational maritime training engagement, in Kochi from July 20 to 23. About Operation Southern Readiness 26-2 Operation Southern Readiness 26-2 is a four-day multinational maritime training exercise. Hosted by: The Indian Navy is hosting the exercise at the Southern Naval Command, Kochi under… Continue reading Operation Southern Readiness 26-2
