Source– This post on 5G Intelligent Village Initiative has been created based on the article “DoT announces two significant calls for proposals aimed at catalyzing innovation and technological advancement in telecommunications sector” published in “PIB” on 17 June 2024. Why in the news? The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has announced two innovative proposals-5G Intelligent Village… Continue reading 5G Intelligent Village Initiative
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Delos Island
Source– This post on Delos Island has been created based on the article “Ancient Greek sanctuary slowly sinks into the Aegean Sea” published in “The Hindu” on 13 June 2024. Why in the news? An expert has warned that the remarkable ancient site on the small Greek island of Delos is “at risk of vanishing”… Continue reading Delos Island
Travel Authority T/A 912 Form
Source– This post on Travel Authority T/A 912 has been created based on the article “After train crash, Eastern Railway prohibits issuance of TA-912 for loco pilots” published in “The Hindu” on 20 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, a goods train collided with the Kanchanjunga Express after being authorized by the station master… Continue reading Travel Authority T/A 912 Form
Krishi Sakhi Convergence Program (KSCP)
Source– This post on Krishi Sakhi Convergence Program (KSCP) has been created based on the article “Krishi Sakhi” published in “PIB” on 18 June 2024. Why in the news? The Prime Minister of India recently Krishi Sakhigranted certificates to over 30,000 women from Self Help Groups (SHGs), recognizing them as ‘Krishi Sakhis’ under the Krishi… Continue reading Krishi Sakhi Convergence Program (KSCP)
Gene therapy for sickle cell disease (SCD)
Source– This post on Gene therapy for sickle cell disease (SCD) has been created based on the article “India getting close to developing gene therapy for sickle cell disease, say officials” published in “The Hindu” on 20 June 2024. Why in the news? India is advancing towards developing a gene therapy for sickle cell disease… Continue reading Gene therapy for sickle cell disease (SCD)
India’s Bio-Bitumen Initiative
Source– This post on India’s Bio-Bitumen Initiative has been created based on the article “On the way: Production of Bitumen using biomass” published in “Economic Times” on 20 June 2024. Why in the news? India is planning to initiate large-scale production of bio-bitumen derived from biomass or agricultural waste. About India’s Bio-Bitumen Initiative i) India… Continue reading India’s Bio-Bitumen Initiative
Nalanda University
Source- This post on Nalanda University has been created based on the article “PM Narendra Modi inaugurates Nalanda University in Bihar today” published in “Hindustan Times” on 19 June 2024. Why in the news? Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the new Nalanda University campus near the ancient university ruins in Rajgir. About… Continue reading Nalanda University
Pro-tem Speaker
Source– This post on Pro-tem Speaker has been created based on the article Who is the pro-tem Speaker of Lok Sabha and how is an MP chosen for the role? published in “The Indian Express” on 19 June 2024. Why in the news? The 18th Lok Sabha will hold its first session from June 24… Continue reading Pro-tem Speaker
Juneteenth and its significance
Source– This post on Juneteenth and its significance has been created based on the article ” What is Juneteenth and what is its significance?” published in “The Indian Express” on 19 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, Juneteenth has been observed on June 19, in the United States of America. About Juneteenth Juneteenth is a… Continue reading Juneteenth and its significance
Joint Doctrine for Cyberspace Operations
Source– This post on Joint Doctrine for Cyberspace Operations has been created based on the article “CDS releases blueprint for warfare in cyberspace” published in “The Hindu” on 19 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, CDS released the Joint Doctrine for Cyberspace Operations during the Chiefs of Staff Committee (COSC) meeting. About the Joint… Continue reading Joint Doctrine for Cyberspace Operations
