News: June 23, 2026 marks 269 years of the Battle of Plassey, a turning point in British expansion in India. About Battle of Plassey The Battle of Plassey was fought on 23 June 1757 between the British East India Company, led by Robert Clive, and Nawab Siraj-ud-Daulah of Bengal. Location: The battle was fought near Palashi… Continue reading Battle of Plassey
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Air Force Arjan Singh Memorial Hockey Tournament 2026
News: The 7th edition of the Air Force Arjan Singh Memorial Hockey Tournament 2026 is being held in Bengaluru from 23 June to 3 July 2026. About Air Force Arjan Singh Memorial Hockey Tournament 2026 It is a hockey tournament organized to honour the legacy of Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh and his passion… Continue reading Air Force Arjan Singh Memorial Hockey Tournament 2026
Deuterated Compounds
News: The Department of Atomic Energy inaugurated the Versatile Deuterated Compounds Production Plant at Vadodara on 21 June 2026. About Deuterated Compounds Deuterated compounds are chemical substances in which one or more hydrogen atoms (Protium, ¹H) are replaced by deuterium (²H or D), a stable and non-radioactive isotope of hydrogen containing one proton and one neutron.… Continue reading Deuterated Compounds
Nirbhay Chetna
News: The Ministry of Panchayati Raj launched Nirbhay Chetna to sensitise more than 17.5 lakh male elected representatives on women’s safety and gender equality. About Nirbhay Chetna Nirbhay Chetna is a national programme focused on sensitizing male elected representatives towards women’s safety, gender equality, dignity, and leadership. Aim: The initiative aims to strengthen gender-responsive governance through Panchayati Raj… Continue reading Nirbhay Chetna
Dunagiri, Sanshodhak and Agray
News: The Indian Navy will commission the indigenously built Dunagiri, Sanshodhak and Agray platforms in Kolkata on Sunday. About Dunagiri, Sanshodhak and Agray These are three indigenously built Indian Navy platforms designed to strengthen combat, survey and anti-submarine capabilities. Manufacturing & Design: The three vessels were designed by the Indian Navy’s Warship Design Bureau . Constructed… Continue reading Dunagiri, Sanshodhak and Agray
Turquoise Nexus Initiative (TNI)
News: Turkey and FAO introduced the Turquoise Nexus Initiative ahead of COP31 to promote integrated food-water-climate approaches in climate commitments. About Turquoise Nexus Initiative (TNI) Turquoise Nexus Initiative (TNI) is a proposed initiative to integrate food, water, and climate actions within national climate commitments. Proposed: The initiative was proposed during a side event at the Bonn… Continue reading Turquoise Nexus Initiative (TNI)
SETU (Scholarship for Educational Transformation and Upliftment)
News: The Department of Social Justice & Empowerment launched SETU on UMANG and removed the domicile certificate requirement for scholarship applications. About SETU (Scholarship for Educational Transformation and Upliftment) SETU is a comprehensive digital platform on UMANG that provides scholarship-related services through a single interface. Developed By: It was developed by the Department of Social Justice… Continue reading SETU (Scholarship for Educational Transformation and Upliftment)
State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2026 Report
News: India ranked as the world’s second-largest aquatic animal producer in the FAO’s State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2026 report. About State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2026 Report It is a biennial report that provides evidence-based information on fisheries and aquaculture trends, challenges, opportunities and solutions. Released by: The report is released by… Continue reading State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2026 Report
National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) and Its Digital Portals
News: National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) celebrated its 23rd Foundation Day and launched four new digital initiatives. About National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) is a not-for-profit organization that strengthens India’s Internet infrastructure and supports a secure, resilient, and inclusive Internet ecosystem. Established: It was established in 2003. Registered Under: It is registered… Continue reading National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) and Its Digital Portals
Smart Seed Coating Technology
News: ICAR-IIOR, Hyderabad, has developed a patented biopolymer-based Smart Seed Coating Technology to improve seed quality and climate resilience. About Smart Seed Coating Technology Smart Seed Coating Technology is an Indian-patented, biodegradable seed enhancement platform that improves seed performance from the earliest stages of crop growth. Developed By: The technology was developed and scientifically validated by the… Continue reading Smart Seed Coating Technology
