News: The Prime Minister lauded the commissioning of HPCL’s Residue Upgradation Facility at Visakh Refinery as a significant step for energy security. About Residue Upgradation Facility (RUF) and Hydrocracking Technology The Residue Upgradation Facility (RUF) is a hydrogen-based residue hydrocracking unit that converts low-value residual oils into high-value petroleum products. Commissioned by: The facility has… Continue reading Residue Upgradation Facility (RUF) and Hydrocracking Technology
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CAG releases ‘State Finances 2023-24’ Report
News: In January 2026, the Comptroller and Auditor General released the second edition of the State Finances 2023-24 report covering all States. CAG releases ‘State Finances 2023-24’ Report The State Finances 2023-24 Report presents a consolidated and audited overview of the finances of all 28 States. Released by: The report was released by the Comptroller… Continue reading CAG releases ‘State Finances 2023-24’ Report
Suryastra Rocket Launcher System
News: The Indian Army signed a ₹293 crore emergency procurement contract for the Suryastra long-range universal rocket launcher system. About Suryastra Rocket Launcher System Suryastra is India’s first Made in India universal multi-calibre rocket launcher. Manufactured by: It is manufactured by Pune-based private defence firm NIBE Limited. Technology Partner: It is developed in collaboration with… Continue reading Suryastra Rocket Launcher System
e-Production Investment Business Visa (e-B-4 Visa)
News: India has introduced the e-Production Investment Business Visa to facilitate Chinese business travel as part of recent people-centric steps. About e-Production Investment Business Visa (e-B-4 Visa) The e-B-4 Visa is an online business visa for foreign professionals undertaking production-related activities in India. Launched by: It was launched by the Department for Promotion of Industry… Continue reading e-Production Investment Business Visa (e-B-4 Visa)
Battery Pack Aadhaar Number (BPAN)
News: The Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is proposing a mandatory identification system for electric vehicle batteries through a unique 21-character “Battery Pack Aadhaar Number” (BPAN). About Battery Pack Aadhaar Number (BPAN) Battery Pack Aadhaar Number (BPAN) is a 21-character unique number to be provided to each battery introduced in the market or… Continue reading Battery Pack Aadhaar Number (BPAN)
Somnath Temple
News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that the Somnath temple’s survival over the past thousand years reflects the country’s indomitable civilisational spirit. About Somnath Temple Location: The Somnath temple is located along the coastline in Prabhas Patan, Veraval, Saurashtra region of Gujarat. Meaning: Somnath means “Lord of the Soma” or “moon”. The site is… Continue reading Somnath Temple
OPEC+ (PLUS)
News: OPEC+ agreed in principle to maintain steady oil output despite falling prices, internal tensions, and widening geopolitical uncertainty among key members. About OPEC+ OPEC+ is a grouping of 22 oil-exporting countries that meets regularly to decide crude oil production levels to stabilise the global oil market. Genesis of OPEC+: OPEC+ was formed in 2016… Continue reading OPEC+ (PLUS)
Gandhar Oilfield
News: Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) plans to store captured carbon dioxide in depleted wells at Gujarat’s Gandhar oilfield, marking the company’s first full-scale Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) pilot. About Gandhar Oilfield Location: The Gandhar oilfield is a major oil and gas field located in the Jambusar-Broach block of the Cambay Basin in… Continue reading Gandhar Oilfield
Nanorobots
News: Dr. Ambarish Ghosh of IISc Bengaluru received the 2025 Tata Transformation Prize for developing magnetic nanorobots for cancer treatment. About Nanorobots Nanobots are microscopic robots (often around 1–100 nm) that can be programmed to carry out specific tasks. When nanorobots are designed specifically for healthcare/medical tasks, they are referred to as medical nanobots or… Continue reading Nanorobots
Collateral Support for Export Credit Initiative
News: As part of the initial rollout of the Export Promotion Mission, Collateral Support for Export Credit initiative under the NIRYAT PROTSAHAN sub-scheme has been launched to strengthen MSME exports and improve access to trade finance. About Collateral Support for Export Credit Initiative The Collateral Support for Export Credit is a key component of the… Continue reading Collateral Support for Export Credit Initiative
