News: The Indian government has directed telecom service providers (TSPs) in the country to mandatorily enable Calling Name Presentation (CNAP) service. About Calling Name Presentation (CNAP) service The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has directed all telecom service providers to introduce the Calling Name Presentation (CNAP) service across all service areas from first November. Aim: It… Continue reading Calling Name Presentation (CNAP) service
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Jeypore ground gecko
News: The Jeypore ground gecko, once believed extinct for 130 years, was rediscovered by an Indian scientist in 2010 in the Eastern Ghats of Odisha and Andhra Pradesh. About Jeypore Ground Gecko Jeypore Ground Gecko is a reptile endemic to India. It is also known as the Jeypore Indian gecko or the Patinghe Indian gecko.… Continue reading Jeypore ground gecko
Southern Indian Ocean Fisheries Agreement (SIOFA)
News: Central Government has approved India’s accession to the Southern Indian Ocean Fisheries Agreement (SIOFA). About Southern Indian Ocean Fisheries Agreement (SIOFA) The Southern Indian Ocean Fisheries Agreement (SIOFA) is a regional framework for managing fisheries resources in its area of jurisdiction in the high seas. It is one of two major Regional Fisheries Management Organisations… Continue reading Southern Indian Ocean Fisheries Agreement (SIOFA)
SPARK 5.0 and CCRAS Ayurshodh 2026
News: The Chairperson of National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) launched CCRAS SPARK 5.0 and CCRAS Ayurshodh 2026 (2nd circular) of the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS). About SPARK 5.0 The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) Studentship Program for Ayurveda Research Ken (SPARK) 5.0 for 2026-27 is the… Continue reading SPARK 5.0 and CCRAS Ayurshodh 2026
African wild dogs (Lycaon pictus)
News: Three African wild dogs travelled over 4,000 kilometres to find mates, offering hope for the survival of this endangered species. About African wild dogs (Lycaon pictus) The African wild dogs are the largest wild canine in Africa, and the only extant members of the genus Lycaon. They are one of the world’s most endangered… Continue reading African wild dogs (Lycaon pictus)
Renaming of National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP)
News: The Union Cabinet has approved the proposal of the Department of Rural Development for Continuation of the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) with renamed as Pradhan Mantri Samajik Sahayata Yojana. About National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) The National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) was launched on 15th August, 1995. Nature of Scheme: It is a… Continue reading Renaming of National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP)
Soybean Cultivation in India
News: On the occasion of Soybean Harvest Day, the yield potential of the improved soybean Varieties NRC 268 and NRC 270 was assessed. About Soybean Cultivation in India Soybean (Glycine max) is a significant legume in the pea family (Fabaceae). It is known for its nitrogenfixing ability through symbiosis with soil bacteria Soybean is a… Continue reading Soybean Cultivation in India
Shipbuilding Project Credit Risk Insurance Policy (SbPCP) and Business Credit Shield Policy–Shipbuilders (BCSPS)
News: During the 21st Meeting of Maritime State Development Council, Shipbuilding Project Credit Risk Insurance Policy (SbPCP), and Business Credit Shield Policy–Shipbuilders (BCSPS), credit risk insurance products have been launched to support India’s shipbuilding industry. About Shipbuilding Project Credit Risk Insurance Policy (SbPCP) and Business Credit Shield Policy–Shipbuilders (BCSPS) Shipbuilding Project Credit Risk Insurance Policy… Continue reading Shipbuilding Project Credit Risk Insurance Policy (SbPCP) and Business Credit Shield Policy–Shipbuilders (BCSPS)
Samarthak Vessel
News: The Indian Navy will commission Samarthak Vessel, the first of four Multi-Purpose Vessels being inducted into its fleet, at Naval Base Karwarat Naval Base Karwar. About Samarthak Vessel The Samarthak vessel is the first of four Multi-Purpose Vessels being inducted into Indian Navy. Developed by: It has been built by Larsen & Toubro under… Continue reading Samarthak Vessel
EXERCISE INDRA-2026
News: Indian Naval Ship Sahyadri arrived at Vladivostok, Russia to participate in Exercise INDRA 2026. About EXERCISE INDRA-2026 Exercise INDRA-2026 is a bilateral exercise between the Indian Navy and the Russian Federation Navy (RuFN). Aim: It aimed at enhancing mutual understanding, operational coordination and interoperability between the two navies. First edition: The first edition of… Continue reading EXERCISE INDRA-2026
