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)
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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
Mago Chu River
News: A satellite-based assessment reported expansion of glacial lakes in the Mago Chu Basin, raising concerns about possible GLOF risk. About Mago Chu River Location: It is located in the Tawang district of Arunachal Pradesh and originates near Mago village. Formation: It is formed near Mago village by the confluence of the Goshu Chu and Dungma Chu rivers.… Continue reading Mago Chu River
Energy Transition Index 2026
News: The Energy Transition Index 2026 reported that India recorded one of the strongest improvements in global energy transition readiness. About Energy Transition Index 2026 The Energy Transition Index 2026 tracks energy transition progress across 120 countries by assessing current energy system performance and future readiness. Published by: The index is published by the World Economic… Continue reading Energy Transition Index 2026
High Energy Medical Cyclotron Project (HEMCP)
News: The Maharashtra Cabinet approved the establishment of the High Energy Medical Cyclotron Project (HEMCP) in Nagpur with a provision of ₹300 crore. About High Energy Medical Cyclotron Project (HEMCP) High Energy Medical Cyclotron Project (HEMCP) is a state-of-the-art nuclear medicine facility designed to manufacture specialized short-lived medical radioisotopes for cancer diagnosis, treatment, and research. Location: The… Continue reading High Energy Medical Cyclotron Project (HEMCP)
Tenth Schedule and Party Mergers
News: Twenty rebel TMC MPs claimed merger with NCPI and sought protection under the Tenth Schedule’s merger exception. About Tenth Schedule and Party Mergers The Tenth Schedule was inserted by the 52nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1985 to prevent political defections and ensure stability in the parliamentary system. It provides for disqualification of legislators who voluntarily… Continue reading Tenth Schedule and Party Mergers
TRISHNA Mission
News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that India and France will jointly launch the TRISHNA satellite next year for global water and food security. About TRISHNA Mission TRISHNA (Thermal Infra-Red Imaging Satellite for High-resolution Natural Resource Assessment) is a joint mission of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the French Space Agency CNES for high-resolution… Continue reading TRISHNA Mission
