News: The 8th edition of bilateral Indo–French air exercise Garuda 25 concluded at Air Base 118, Mont-de-Marsan, France. About Exercise Garuda Exercise Garuda is an air exercise between the Indian Air Force and the French Air and Space Force to promote interoperability and mutual learning. Origin: The exercise was first held in 2003. Frequency: It… Continue reading Exercise Garuda
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Global Indices for Reforms and Growth (GIRG) Framework
News: The government told the Rajya Sabha that India’s performance on 26 key global indices is being reviewed under GIRG. About Global Indices for Reforms and Growth (GIRG) Framework GIRG is an initiative by India to track and improve its standing on 26 selected global indices through inter-ministerial coordination. Aim: Its aim is to find… Continue reading Global Indices for Reforms and Growth (GIRG) Framework
Heron Mk II
News: India plans to procure additional satellite-linked Heron Mk II UAVs from Israel under emergency procurement to strengthen unmanned capabilities after Operation Sindoor. About Heron Mk II The Heron Mk II is a medium-altitude, long-endurance (MALE) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) used for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance roles. Manufactured by : It is manufactured by Israel… Continue reading Heron Mk II
GLP-1 Agonists
News: The WHO has issued its first guideline on GLP-1 therapies, conditionally recommending them for long-term obesity treatment worldwide. About GLP-1 Agonists GLP-1 drugs, also called GLP-1 agonists, are shortened names for glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists. They mimic the GLP-1 hormone that is naturally released in the gastrointestinal tract in response to eating. Function: They… Continue reading GLP-1 Agonists
Key Facts about Honduras
News: A former president of Honduras who was convicted of drug trafficking has walked free from a US prison after receiving a pardon from Donald Trump. Key Facts about Honduras Location: Honduras is a country located in Central America. Boundaries: North: The Caribbean Sea South: El Salvador and the Pacific Ocean (via the Gulf of Fonseca) East: Nicaragua… Continue reading Key Facts about Honduras
Sanchar Saathi App
News: Sanchar Saathi is in news as DoT has ordered all smartphone makers to pre-install the app through mandatory directions. About Sanchar Saathi App Sanchar Saathi is a citizen-centric initiative available as a mobile application and website. It empowers mobile subscribers, strengthens their security, and increases awareness about citizen-centric initiatives of the Government. Launched by… Continue reading Sanchar Saathi App
SIM Binding
News: The Department of Telecommunications has recently directed major app-based communication services to implement SIM binding to curb cyber-frauds and misuse. About SIM Binding SIM binding is a security process that links a user’s messaging or communication app to the specific SIM card used during registration. Authorized under: The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued… Continue reading SIM Binding
Global Call for Abstracts on Gender-Transformative AI Solutions
News: MeitY and UN Women India have opened a global submission process to document gender-responsive AI solutions for women and girls. About Global Call for Abstracts on Gender-Transformative AI Solutions It is a global invitation to submit abstracts of real, implemented AI solutions that advance gender equality for women and girls, especially across the Global… Continue reading Global Call for Abstracts on Gender-Transformative AI Solutions
Facts about Guinea Bissau
News: Recently, Guinea-Bissau faced a military coup, with Nigeria sheltering opposition candidate Fernando Dias and ECOWAS leaders urging soldiers to step down. Key Facts about Guinea Bissau Location: It is located in western Africa on the Atlantic coast. It is one of the smallest countries in the African continent. Capital: Bissau Land boundaries: It shares land… Continue reading Facts about Guinea Bissau
Pilot Trainer Aircraft “Hansa-3(NG)”
News: India has launched its first indigenous pilot trainer aircraft, Hansa-3(NG), marking the country’s march towards self-reliant aerospace manufacturing. About Pilot Trainer Aircraft “Hansa-3(NG)” It is India’s first indigenous trainer aircraft developed for pilot training. Developed by: It is designed and developed by CSIR–National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL), Bengaluru, under the Council of Scientific and Industrial… Continue reading Pilot Trainer Aircraft “Hansa-3(NG)”
