News: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has asked archaeologist Amarnath Ramakrishna, who unearthed an ancient civilisation in Keezhadi near Madurai, to resubmit his report about the excavation after making necessary corrections for taking further action. Keezhadi Excavations About Keezhadi Excavations Location: This site is located near the town of Keezhadi in Sivaganga district, Tamil… Continue reading Keezhadi Excavations
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Dual Taxation on Broadcasting Services
News: The Supreme Court has held in a judgment that broadcasting through television for the purpose of entertainment of subscribers can be separately taxed by the Centre and the State concerned. Dual Taxation on Broadcasting Services About Dual Taxation on Broadcasting Services In a recent Judgment, the Supreme Court of India has clarified that the… Continue reading Dual Taxation on Broadcasting Services
Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI)
News: The The Telecom Department introduces ‘Financial Fraud Risk Indicator’ to fight cyber fraud. Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI) About Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI) It is a multi- dimensional analytical tool to empower financial institutions with advance actionable intelligence for cyber fraud prevention. This initiative aims to bolster cyber protection by identifying mobile numbers… Continue reading Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI)
Asian Productivity Organization (APO)
News: India has assumed the chairmanship of the Asian Productivity Organization (APO) for the 2025–26 term during the 67th Session of the Governing Body Meeting (GBM) of the APO, held in Jakarta. Asian Productivity Organization (APO) About Asian Productivity Organization (APO) It is an intergovernmental organization established in 1961 to increase productivity in the Asia-Pacific… Continue reading Asian Productivity Organization (APO)
INSV Kaundinya
News: The traditionally built ‘ancient stitched ship’ inducted into the Indian navy as INSV Kaundinya. About INSV Kaundinya INSV Kaundinya is a stitched sail ship, based on a 5th century CE ship depicted in the paintings of Ajanta Caves. Project: The project was initiated through a tripartite agreement signed in Jul 2023 between the Ministry… Continue reading INSV Kaundinya
Golden Dome’ Missile Defence Shield
News: United States President Donald Trump announced that he has selected a $175bn multilayered Golden Dome missile defence programme aimed at countering aerial threats. Golden Dome’ Missile Defence Shield. About Golden Dome’ Missile Defence Shield The Golden Dome is a proposed, next-generation missile defence system unveiled by U.S. President Donald Trump in May 2025. It… Continue reading Golden Dome’ Missile Defence Shield
ULLAS – Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram (New India Literacy Programme)
News: Mizoram has become the first state in India to be officially declared fully ‘literate’ under the ULLAS (Understanding Lifelong Learning for All in Society) initiative. About ULLAS – Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram (New India Literacy Programme) ULLAS stands for Understanding Lifelong Learning for All in Society. It is also known as the New India… Continue reading ULLAS – Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram (New India Literacy Programme)
International Booker Prize 2025
News: Recently, the International Booker Prize 2025 was awarded to “Heart Lamp” written by Banu Mushtaq and translated by Deepa Bhasthi. International Booker Prize 2025. About International Booker Prize The International Booker Prize is a prestigious literary award that recognizes the best translated work of fiction from around the world. It was established in 2005.… Continue reading International Booker Prize 2025
Jayant Narlikar and Steady-State Theory of the Universe
News: Professor Jayant Narlikar, an astrophysicist, passed away recently, is best known for his work on an alternative model of the universe, separate from the Big Bang. Jayant Narlikar and Steady-State Theory of the Universe About ‘Steady State’ Theory of the Universe It was jointly proposed by Jayant Narlikar and Sir Fred Hoyle, so also… Continue reading Jayant Narlikar and Steady-State Theory of the Universe
Operation Olivia
News: Indian Coast Guard’s ‘Operation Olivia’ protects 6.98 lakh Olive ridley turtles in Odisha. Operation Olivia About Operation Olivia It is a vital initiative by the Indian Coast Guard aimed at ensuring safe nesting grounds for Olive Ridley turtles. It is conducted annually from November to May. Focus areas: The operation is conducted at the… Continue reading Operation Olivia
