News: Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has successfully facilitated the first commercial sea shipment of premium Banganapalle mangoes from India to Singapore. About Banganapalle Mangoes Banganapalle Mangoes are a famous variety of mango primarily cultivated in the Indian states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. It is also grown in the other… Continue reading Banganapalle Mangoes
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Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnets (REPM)
News: The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI), Government of India, has extended timelines for global tender under REPM scheme as a response to demand for same by multiple stakeholders. About Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnets (REPM) It is a first-of-its-kind national initiative to build a complete domestic supply chain from rare earth oxides to finished… Continue reading Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnets (REPM)
BHARATI Initiative
News: The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has successfully concluded first cohort of BHARATI Initiative. About BHARATI Initiative BHARATI stands for – Bharat’s Hub for Agritech, Resilience, Advancement and Incubation for Export Enablement. Launched by: Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) under Ministry of Commerce & Industry Aim: This initiative aims… Continue reading BHARATI Initiative
Index of Services Production (ISP)
News: The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) is set to launch the Index of Services Production (ISP) in July 2026. About Index of Services Production (ISP) The Index of Services Production (ISP) aims to monitor the progress of the services sector. Proposed by: It is proposed by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI). The proposed approach has… Continue reading Index of Services Production (ISP)
International Maritime Organization (IMO)
News: The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has announced an evacuation plan for more than 11,000 seafarers still stranded in the Strait of Hormuz. About International Maritime Organization (IMO) International Maritime Organization is the United Nations specialized agency with responsibility for the safety and security of shipping and the prevention of marine and atmospheric pollution by ships. Purpose: To create a regulatory… Continue reading International Maritime Organization (IMO)
Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar and Ustad Bismillah Khan
News: The General Council of Sangeet Natak Akademi, the National Academy of Music, Dance and Drama, New Delhi has selected artists for Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar for the years 2024 and 2025. About Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar Initiated by: Sangeet Natak Akademi in 2006. Objective: To honor and support young artists under 40… Continue reading Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar and Ustad Bismillah Khan
Gallantry Awards
News: President Droupadi Murmu conferred Gallantry Awards to the personnel of the Armed Forces, Central Armed Police Forces, and State and Union Territory Police during the Defence Investiture Ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhawan this evening. About Gallantry Awards Aspects Details History The first three gallantry awards – Param Vir Chakra, Maha Vir Chakra, and Vir Chakra were… Continue reading Gallantry Awards
Key Facts about Romania
News: A Russian drone crashed into an apartment building in eastern Romania, injuring two people and prompting strong condemnation from Nato and European leaders. Key Facts about Romania Location: Romania is a country in Southeastern Europe; Capital: Bucharest. Borders: It is bordered by Ukraine (north), Moldova (northeast), the Black Sea (southeast), Bulgaria (south), Serbia (southwest), and Hungary (west). Climate: Temperate with four… Continue reading Key Facts about Romania
Gynacantha khasiaca
News: Gynacantha khasiaca, a rare dragonfly, has resurfaced in Arunachal Pradesh’s Changlang district, about 600 km east of where it was first recorded 110 years ago. About Gynacantha khasiaca It is commonly known as the long-tailed duskhawker. Family: Aeshnidae Order: Odonata (dragonflies & damselflies) Ecological role: It is crucial component of freshwater ecosystems, as predators… Continue reading Gynacantha khasiaca
India’s First Indigenous Hydrogen Train and Hydrogen Fuel Cell (HFC)
News: In a major step towards green and sustainable transportation, Indian Railways has approved the introduction of a 10-car Hydrogen Fuel Cell-based trainset on the dedicated Jind-Sonipat section of Northern Railway. About India’s First Indigenous Hydrogen Train Indian Railways has approved the introduction of a 10-car Hydrogen Fuel Cell-based trainset. Dedicated route: The train will… Continue reading India’s First Indigenous Hydrogen Train and Hydrogen Fuel Cell (HFC)
