News: The Government of India has approved the Tex-RAMPS scheme to boost innovation and competitiveness in the textiles sector. About Tex-RAMPS Scheme Textiles Focused Research, Assessment, Monitoring, Planning and Start-up (Tex-RAMPS) Scheme is for future-proofing India’s textiles and apparel ecosystem. Type of Scheme: It is a Central Sector Scheme. Ministry involved: It is fully funded and… Continue reading Tex-RAMPS Scheme
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Finn’s Weaver
News: Finn’s Weaver Bird is in the news because its population is rapidly declining in the Terai region. About Finn’s Weaver The Finn’s Baya (Ploceus megarhynchus) is also called as Finn’s Weaver, Yellow Weaver and Himalayan Weaver. In Uttarakhand, it is called Pahari (hill) Baya. Naming: The weaver bird was named Finn’s Weaver after Frank… Continue reading Finn’s Weaver
Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnets (REPM)
News: The Union Cabinet approved the Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnets with a financial outlay of Rs. 7,280 crore. 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)
Abujhmadiya Tribe
News: The Abujhmadiya tribe is in news because its members are increasingly participating in the Bastar Olympics sports tournament. About Abujhmadiya Tribe It is sub-group and sub-caste of the Gond tribe of the Central India region. On racial grounds, they are placed in the Pre-Dravidian or Proto-Australoid group, with generally medium height and strong physique.… Continue reading Abujhmadiya Tribe
Lachit Borphukan
News: Every year, 24th November is celebrated as Lachit Diwas to mark the birth anniversary of Ahom general Lachit Borphukan. About Lachit Borphukan Lachit Borphukan was an Ahom army commander known for leading the 1671 Battle of Saraighat against the Mughals. Birth: He was born on 24th November 1622. Battle of Saraighat: In the 1671… Continue reading Lachit Borphukan
SIDDHI 2.0 Platform
News: SIDDHI 2.0 is in the news because CCRAS has launched its second edition as a two-day national conclave in Vijayawada. About SIDDHI 2.0 Platform Full form: Scientific Innovation in Drug Development, Healthcare & Integration (SIDDHI 2.0) It is the second edition of CCRAS’s flagship industry–research interface initiative in Ayurveda. Launched by: It has been… Continue reading SIDDHI 2.0 Platform
Moss
News: A study found that moss spores survived nine months in low-orbit space outside the International Space Station (ISS), with over 80% able to reproduce back on Earth. About Moss Moss is a small non vascular plant known for its high resilience on earth. It belong to taxonomic division Bryophyta (bryophytes). Pioneering species: It is among… Continue reading Moss
Hayli Gubbi Volcano
News: Ethiopia’s Hayli Gubbi volcano has erupted after 12,000 years and its ash cloud is moving towards western and northern India. About Hayli Gubbi Volcano Location: It is located in the Rift Valley in Afar region of Ethiopia. It forms part of the Erta Ale volcanic range. It lies at the edge of the East African… Continue reading Hayli Gubbi Volcano
Auramine O
News: Recently, auramine O, a banned synthetic dye, has re-emerged in India’s food chain, highlighting recurring chemical adulteration concerns. About Auramine O Auramine O is a synthetic yellow industrial dye, produced from compounds such as dimethylaniline and formaldehyde. Regulation: It is not approved for use as a food colour in India, the European Union, the… Continue reading Auramine O
Blind Women’s T20 World Cup 2025
News: Indian Women’s blind cricket team have created history winning the first-ever Women’s T20 World Cup for the Blind in Colombo. About Blind Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 The T20 Cricket for the Blind Women’s World Cup is a pioneering initiative that champions inclusivity, empowerment, and sporting excellence. 2025 edition: The Blind Women’s T20 World… Continue reading Blind Women’s T20 World Cup 2025
