News: UNESCO has advised the Government of India to strictly follow World Heritage Convention conservation guidelines for the proposed Aghanashini–Vedavathi river-linking project. About Aghanashini River Location: It is west flowing river in Uttara Kannada District of Karnataka. Origin: It originates from Gadihalli (Sirsi) at an altitude of 676 m in the Western Ghats of Karnataka.… Continue reading Aghanashini River
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Guru Hargobind Sahib
News: Union Home Minister paid tributes to Guru Hargobind Sahib on the occasion of his Jyoti-Jyot Diwas, remembering his contributions to strengthening Sikhism and promoting the protection of humanity. About Guru Hargobind Sahib Guru Hargobind Sahib was the Sixth Guru of the Sikhs. Born: He was born on 9 June 1595 at a village Guru… Continue reading Guru Hargobind Sahib
AI Skilling Initiative, MyWAVES, Advanced EPG & In-built Satellite Tuner in Television Sets
News: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw recently launched three new initiatives, AI Skilling Initiative, MyWAVES, Advanced EPG & In-built Satellite Tuner in Television Sets to promote the “orange economy”. About AI Skilling Initiative, MyWAVES, Advanced EPG & In-built Satellite Tuner in Television Sets Aim: The initiatives aimed at promoting the ‘Orange Economy’, strengthening public broadcasting, and… Continue reading AI Skilling Initiative, MyWAVES, Advanced EPG & In-built Satellite Tuner in Television Sets
Areca Nut Cultivation in India
News: Researchers and farmers are now trying to restore traditional soppina betta lands and return to more sustainable practices related to arecanut cultivation. About Areca Nut Cultivation in India About Arecanut Cultivation It is usually referred to as Areca palm, yellow palm, butterfly palm etc. The arecanut palm is the source of a common chewing… Continue reading Areca Nut Cultivation in India
National Dental Commission
News: The National Dental Commission (NDC) has been constituted recently to improve the quality of dental education and align it with global standards. About National Dental Commission It is a statutory and apex body responsible for regulating dental education, professional conduct, and institutional standards across the country. Constitution: It has been constituted under National Dental… Continue reading National Dental Commission
Income Tax Rules, 2026
News: The government has notified the Income Tax Rules, 2026, marking a major overhaul of procedural and compliance systems under direct taxation. About Income Tax Rules 2026 Income Tax Rules 2026 have been introduced to implement provisions of the Income-tax Act, 2025. Effective from: It will come into effect from April 1, 2026. Aim: The aim… Continue reading Income Tax Rules, 2026
Revised Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSMEs (MCGS- MSME)
News: Recently, the Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme (MCGS) has been modified to support Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Manufacturers and Exporters in line with Budget 2025-26. About Revised Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSMEs (MCGS- MSME) It was launched to support Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Manufacturers and Exporters. It was initially launched… Continue reading Revised Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSMEs (MCGS- MSME)
VB-G Ram G Youth Digital Campaign
News: Ministry of Rural Development has launched nationwide ‘VB-G Ram G Youth Digital Campaign’ to encourage participation of rural youth in development activities. About VB-G Ram G Youth Digital Campaign It is a campaign to make youth active partners in nation-building through a digital platform to showcase progress and innovation in their villages. Launched by:… Continue reading VB-G Ram G Youth Digital Campaign
‘RELIEF’ Scheme
News: The Commerce and Industry Ministry launched ‘RELIEF’ Scheme to ease pressure on exporters facing trade disruption due to the ongoing war in West Asia. About ‘RELIEF’ Scheme Resilience & Logistics Intervention for Export Facilitation (RELIEF) scheme is time-bound and targeted measure to support Indian exporters facing disruptions due to the evolving geopolitical situation in West… Continue reading ‘RELIEF’ Scheme
World Happiness Report 2026
News: World Happiness Report 2026 was recently released by the Wellbeing Research Centre at the University of Oxford. About World Happiness Report 2026 About: It is an annual report which provides an insight into the global picture of social media and happiness. Published by: It is published by the Wellbeing Research Centre at the University… Continue reading World Happiness Report 2026
