News: Civil defence exercise Operation Shield conducted across Kashmir to test and strengthen the preparedness for emergency situations. Exercise Operation Shield About Exercise Operation Shield It is a government-led civil defence preparedness initiative. Aim: The exercise was aimed at familiarising citizens with emergency response protocols during blackout or crisis situations and to evaluate the readiness… Continue reading Exercise Operation Shield
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Asian Development Bank (ADB)
News: Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masato Kanda announced a 5-year initiative aimed at transforming urban infrastructure across India. About Asian Development Bank (ADB) It is a regional development bank established on 19 December 1966. ADB is headquartered in Manila, Philippines. Aim: It aims to promote social and economic development in Asia. It assists its… Continue reading Asian Development Bank (ADB)
Vitamin B9
News: Nearly 41 per cent of urban adolescents in government schools across north India suffer from folate or vitamin B9 deficiency, which might be affecting their growth and development, according to a recent study by the All-India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS). Vitamin B9 About Vitamin B9 Vitamin B9 is also known as Folate or… Continue reading Vitamin B9
Neolithic age
News: The Archaeological Survey of India recently discovered one of first rock grooves in Kanniyakumari district which were created during the neolithic age. Neolithic age About Neolithic age The term Neolithic has been derived from two Latin words. ‘Neo’ meaning New and ‘lithic’ meaning stone, hence Neolithic period is also known as New Stone Age.… Continue reading Neolithic age
Battery Aadhaar Initiative
News: Tata Elxsi, with partners like Tata Motors and IIT Kharagpur, introduced Battery Aadhaar to government stakeholders, aiming to provide batteries with secure digital identities for better traceability. Battery Aadhaar Initiative. About Battery Aadhaar Initiative It is a digital identification system for batteries, leveraging secure, blockchain-backed technologies to ensure full traceability throughout their lifecycle. Aim:… Continue reading Battery Aadhaar Initiative
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
News: The Delhi power minister inaugurated a 20-MW battery energy storage system (BESS) at Kilokari, said to be the “largest” in South Asia. Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) About Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Battery storage, or battery energy storage systems (BESS), are devices that enable energy from renewables, like solar and wind, to be… Continue reading Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
Exercise Nomadic Elephant
News: The Indian Army contingent departed for 17th edition of India- Mongolia Joint Military Exercise Nomadic Elephant. Exercise Nomadic Elephant About Exercise Nomadic Elephant It is an annual training event conducted alternatively in India and Mongolia. Aim: The aim of the exercise is to enhance interoperability between the two forces while employing joint task force… Continue reading Exercise Nomadic Elephant
Biostimulants
News: The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare notifies 34 more biostimulants under the Fertiliser Control Order (FCO), increasing the total to over 45. Biostimulants About Biostimulants Biostimulants are biologically derived substances or microorganisms applied to plants or soil to enhance nutrient uptake, improve plant tolerance to abiotic (e.g., drought, salinity) and biotic (e.g., pests,… Continue reading Biostimulants
7 Summits Challenge
News: Hyderabad teenager Vishwanath Karthikey Padakanti has become the youngest Indian and the second youngest person in the world to complete the legendary 7 Summits challenge. 7 Summits Challenge. About 7 Summits Challenge The Seven Summits Challenge is a renowned mountaineering achievement that involves climbing the highest mountain on each of the seven continents. This… Continue reading 7 Summits Challenge
Dag Hammarskjold medal
News: Two Indian peacekeepers to be honoured posthumously with the Dag Hammarskjold medal on International Peacekeepers Day. Dag Hammarskjold medal About Dag Hammarskjold medal It was established in in December 2000. The Dag Hammarskjöld Medal is the highest honour awarded to UN peacekeepers. It is named after the second Secretary-General of the United Nations, Dag… Continue reading Dag Hammarskjold medal
