News: CSIR-CRRI and BPCL received record recognition for constructing the first roadblock section using geocell made from end-of-life plastic waste. About Geocell Geocell: It is a three-dimensional cellular confinement system used in geotechnical engineering to improve soil stability and load-bearing capacity. Structure: Cell Design: Geocells consist of interconnected honeycomb-like cells made from geosynthetic materials such… Continue reading Geocell
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MERCOSUR Grouping
News: Recently, India and Brazil agreed to significantly expand their existing trade agreement with the MERCOSUR regional trade bloc. About MERCOSUR Grouping MERCOSUR: MERCOSUR stands for Mercado Común del Sur, which means “Common Market of the South” in Spanish. It is a regional trade bloc of South American countries. Established: It was established in 1991… Continue reading MERCOSUR Grouping
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS)
News: The Government has appointed Lieutenant General N S Raja Subramani as the next Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) after General Anil Chauhan completes his tenure on 30 May. About Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) The CDS is the highest-ranking four-star military officer and permanent Chairman of the Chiefs of Staff Committee. Genesis: The idea… Continue reading Chief of Defence Staff (CDS)
Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) Weapon
News: DRDO and the IAF successfully conducted the maiden flight-trial of the Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) weapon off Odisha coast. About The Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) Weapon TARA is India’s first indigenous glide weapon system that converts unguided bombs into precision-guided weapons. Developed by: TARA has been designed and developed by the Research… Continue reading Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) Weapon
Bhitarkanika National Park and Microplastics
News: A new study found microplastics with heavy metals in sediments at all 20 sampled sites within and around Bhitarkanika sanctuary. About Bhitarkanika National Park Location: Bhitarkanika National Park is located in the Kendrapara district of Odisha. Surrounded by: The park is surrounded by the Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary, while Gahirmatha Beach and Marine Sanctuary lie… Continue reading Bhitarkanika National Park and Microplastics
Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme 5.0
News: The Union Cabinet approved Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme 5.0 to support businesses facing liquidity stress due to the West Asia crisis. About Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme 5.0 Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme 5.0 provides government-backed additional credit support to eligible businesses facing temporary liquidity stress. Commencement of the Scheme: The Emergency Credit… Continue reading Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme 5.0
Viability Plan 2.0 for Regional Rural Banks (RRBs)
News: The Department of Financial Services approved Viability Plan 2.0 to strengthen financial stability and improve operational efficiency in Regional Rural Banks. About Viability Plan 2.0 for Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) Viability Plan 2.0: It is a revised three-year framework to improve financial sustainability and long-term competitiveness of RRBs. Implementing Ministry: Department of Financial Services (DFS)… Continue reading Viability Plan 2.0 for Regional Rural Banks (RRBs)
Fugitive Economic Offenders
News: The Enforcement Directorate reported declaring 21 individuals as fugitive economic offenders and initiating proceedings against 54 persons under the law. About Fugitive Economic Offenders A fugitive economic offender is a person against whom a warrant for a scheduled offence of ₹100 crore or more is issued and who avoids returning to India. Legality: The… Continue reading Fugitive Economic Offenders
Girmitiyas
News: India’s External Affairs Minister is visiting Jamaica, Suriname, and Trinidad and Tobago, highlighting their special connection through Girmitiya communities. About Girmitiyas Girmitiyas were Indian indentured labourers who migrated to British colonies in the mid to late nineteenth century for work. Timeline: Girmitiyas migrated mainly after the British Slavery Abolition Act 1833, which created labour… Continue reading Girmitiyas
Apnoea Test
News: The Supreme Court of India observed that a plea raised concerns that the apnoea test may not conclusively determine brain death. About Apnoea Test The apnoea test is considered an essential clinical test for determining brain death by assessing loss of brainstem function. Aim: The aim is to confirm the absence of brainstem function… Continue reading Apnoea Test
