News: The Ministry of Panchayati Raj launched the Atmanirbhar Panchayat Programme, SAMARTH Panchayat Portal, and released the Model OSR Rules for Panchayati Raj Institutions. About Atmanirbhar Panchayat Programme Atmanirbhar Panchayat Programme is a national initiative to help Gram Panchayats and Block Panchayats develop sustainable Own Source of Revenue (OSR). Nodal Ministry: It is an initiative of… Continue reading Atmanirbhar Panchayat Program and SAMARTH Portal
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Mechi River and Kosi–Mechi Intra-State Link Project
News: The Kosi–Mechi Intra-State Link Project received PMKSY-AIBP support, with completion targeted by March 2029 and ongoing canal remodelling work. About Mechi River Origins: The Mechi River originates in the Mahabharat Range (Mahabharat Lekh) of Nepal as a perennial river. Course: It flows through eastern Nepal and the Darjeeling district of West Bengal before entering… Continue reading Mechi River and Kosi–Mechi Intra-State Link Project
Sarnath Joins UNESCO World Heritage List
News: Sarnath, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon, has been inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List during its 48th Committee session. About Sarnath Joins UNESCO World Heritage List Sarnath has become India’s 45th and Uttar Pradesh’s fourth UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tentative List: It has remained on UNESCO’s Tentative List since 1998. Location: It… Continue reading Sarnath Joins UNESCO World Heritage List
MISHTI Scheme and Great Green Wall of Andhra Pradesh initiative
News: Andhra Pradesh secured second place under the MISHTI scheme after restoring 2,047.70 hectares of mangroves during 2025–26. About MISHTI Scheme Full form: Mangrove Initiative for Shoreline Habitats and Tangible Incomes (MISHTI) Scheme It is a scheme to promote, conserve and restore mangroves for ecological protection and climate resilience. Launched by: The Ministry of Environment,… Continue reading MISHTI Scheme and Great Green Wall of Andhra Pradesh initiative
PRAXIS System
News: NASA has selected the PRAXIS mission concept for Innovative Advanced Concepts (NIAC) 2026 Phase I funding. About PRAXIS System Full form: PRAXIS stands for Planetary Rings Autonomous EXploration with In-situ Sampling. Proposed by: The system is proposed by National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Aim: The mission aims to directly collect and analyze planetary… Continue reading PRAXIS System
Fields Medal 2026
News: The International Mathematical Union announced the 2026 Fields Medal winners at the International Congress of Mathematicians held in Philadelphia on July 23. About Fields Medal 2026 The Fields Medal is awarded to recognize outstanding mathematical achievement for existing work and for the promise of future achievement. Awarded by: The fields medals are awarded by… Continue reading Fields Medal 2026
High-Powered Task Force for Education Sector
News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a High-Powered Task Force to reform the examination system and improve the credibility of future competitive examinations. About High-Powered Task Force for Education Sector High-Powered Task Force for Education Sector is a six-member panel constituted to recommend technology-driven and structural reforms in India’s examination system. Announced by: Prime Minister Narendra… Continue reading High-Powered Task Force for Education Sector
Corporate Mitra Scheme
News: The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs organised an awareness webinar on the Corporate Mitra Scheme in Arunachal Pradesh. About Corporate Mitra Scheme Corporate Mitra Scheme is a flagship initiative to create Corporate Mitras for supporting Micro, India’s Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). Launched by: The Ministry of Corporate Affairs announced the scheme in the… Continue reading Corporate Mitra Scheme
Portfolio Management Service (PMS)
News: SEBI has proposed a comprehensive review of the Portfolio Managers Regulations, 2020, to modernize Portfolio Management Services amid rapid industry growth. About Portfolio Management Service (PMS) Portfolio Management Service (PMS) is a professional investment service where a qualified portfolio manager manages a client’s investment portfolio. Registration: PMS providers must be registered under the SEBI (Portfolio… Continue reading Portfolio Management Service (PMS)
Key Highlights of National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6)
News: India recorded improvements in maternal and child health, while NFHS-6 reported a rise in lifestyle-related diseases among adults. Key Highlights of National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6) Released by: It is released by the International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS), Mumbai. IIPS is the nodal agency designated by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare… Continue reading Key Highlights of National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6)
