News: The government has notified Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0 with ₹10,000 crore corpus to mobilise capital and strengthen the startup ecosystem. About Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0 It is a government-backed fund with ₹10,000 crore corpus to mobilize venture and growth capital for startups. Ministry: It is under the Ministry of Commerce… Continue reading Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0
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Raimona National Park
News: A new gecko species Cyrtodactylus raimonaensis was discovered near Raimona National Park, highlighting its rich biodiversity and research potential. About Raimona National Park Raimona National Park is a critical conservation area and part of the Eastern Himalayan foothills biodiversity hotspot. Location: The park is located in the Gossaigaon subdivision of Kokrajhar district in the… Continue reading Raimona National Park
Hib Disease
News: Hib, a once-controlled childhood illness, is re-emerging in the United States due to declining childhood Hib vaccination rates, weakening community protection. About Hib Disease Hib stands for Haemophilus influenzae type b, and it is a deadly bacterial infection that previously caused widespread illness and death among young children. Caused by: The disease is caused… Continue reading Hib Disease
Environment Audit Designated Agency (EADA)
News: The National Productivity Council signed an agreement with the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change to act as EADA under Environment Audit Rules, 2025. About Environment Audit Designated Agency (EADA) It is a designated body responsible for managing and implementing the environmental audit framework in India. Notified by: It is notified by the… Continue reading Environment Audit Designated Agency (EADA)
Flaxseeds Cultivation in India
News: Flaxseeds are highlighted for their benefits in reducing joint pain, improving body warmth, and enhancing health during harsh winter conditions. About Flaxseeds Cultivation in India Flaxseeds are also known as Linseed, Alsi, or Tisi. Season: In India, Flaxseeds are primarily grown as a Rabi (winter) crop. Scientific Name: The scientific name of flaxseed is… Continue reading Flaxseeds Cultivation in India
About Project Glasswing
News: Indian IT industry and government are assessing implications of Claude Mythos under Project Glasswing due to its advanced cybersecurity capabilities. About Project Glasswing It is a collaborative cybersecurity initiative led by Anthropic to strengthen global software security using advanced AI. Aim: The project aims at securing critical global software infrastructure using advanced AI models… Continue reading About Project Glasswing
About Kangsabati River
News: Despite adequate reservoir water, irrigation was denied for Boro cultivation, leaving farmers in multiple districts without work and facing economic hardship. About Kangsabati River Origin: The Kangsabati River rises from the Chota Nagpur Plateau in Purulia district near Jhalda (West Bengal), where Saharjhor and Girgiri rivers join together. Course: The river flows through Purulia,… Continue reading About Kangsabati River
Key Facts About Hungary
News: Nationalist leader Viktor Orban, who ruled for 16 years, conceded defeat to Peter Magyar in Hungary’s parliamentary elections, with a record 77.8% turnout and clear majority results. Key Facts About Hungary Location: Hungary is a landlocked country in Central Europe. Bordering Countries: Hungary shares borders with Slovakia (north), Ukraine (northeast), Romania (east), Serbia and… Continue reading Key Facts About Hungary
Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project (PHEP-II)
News: India and Bhutan strengthened hydropower cooperation during the visit, with signing of tariff protocol of Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project (1020 MW). About Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project (PHEP-II) It is a 1020 MW run-of-the-river hydroelectric power project in Bhutan. Developed by: It is developed by the Punatsangchhu II Hydroelectric Project Authority under an Inter-Government Agreement between Bhutan… Continue reading Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project (PHEP-II)
Morchella Mushrooms
News: Recently, the Sheri Kashmir University of Agriculture and Sciences has successfully cultivated Morchella mushroom for the first time in controlled conditions. About Morchella Mushrooms Morchella (commonly known as common morel, morel, yellow morel, true morel, morel mushroom, and sponge morel) is an edible mushroom. It is locally known as Kangaech or Gucchi. Scientific name and… Continue reading Morchella Mushrooms
