News: The President of Finland, Dr. Alexander Stubb, visited India on March 5, 2026, and participated as the Chief Guest at the Raisina Dialogue. Key Facts About Finland Location: Finland is a Nordic country located in the northern Europe. Borders: It shares land borders with Norway in the north, Sweden in the northwest, and Russia… Continue reading Key Facts About Finland
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Eligible Manufacturer Importers (EMIs) Scheme
News: Recently, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs issued detailed eligibility conditions and operational guidelines for the EMI scheme. About Eligible Manufacturer Importers (EMIs) Scheme The EMI Scheme is a trust-based Customs facilitation scheme that allows deferred payment of Customs duty. Launched By: The scheme is launched by the Central Board of Indirect… Continue reading Eligible Manufacturer Importers (EMIs) Scheme
Key Facts About Qatar
News: Qatar’s air force shot down two Iranian aircraft and intercepted missiles and drones targeting its energy facilities. Key Facts About Qatar Location: It is located on the northeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula. The Qatari peninsula extends about 160 km into the Persian Gulf. Borders: Qatar shares a single land border with Saudi Arabia… Continue reading Key Facts About Qatar
Arbitrage Funds
News: Arbitrage funds are gaining attention as investors notice price gaps between NSE and BSE during volatile market phases. About Arbitrage Funds Arbitrage funds are hybrid mutual funds that aim to earn returns by buying a stock at a lower price in one market and selling it at a higher price in another market at… Continue reading Arbitrage Funds
Controller General of Accounts (CGA)
News: The CGA launched the Government Bank Dashboard and Government Bank Manual to strengthen governance and efficiency in government banking transactions. About Controller General of Accounts (CGA) The Controller General of Accounts is the Principal Advisor on accounting matters to the Union Government. Legal Status: It is not a constitutional body. The Allocation of Business… Continue reading Controller General of Accounts (CGA)
Football for Schools (F4S) Programme
News: Union Minister Dr. Sukanta Majumdar distributed footballs at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Dakshin Dinajpur, under the Football for Schools initiative. About Football for Schools (F4S) Programme The Football for Schools Programme is run by FIFA in collaboration with UNESCO to promote education through football. Launched in: It was launched in mid-2019 with pilot projects… Continue reading Football for Schools (F4S) Programme
Israel’s Multi-layered Defence Against Iranian Missiles
News: Israel has multi-layered air defences against Iranian ballistic missiles, an umbrella it may need to lean on as the United States and Iran teeter toward potential military conflict that could draw Iranian attacks on Israeli territory. About Israel’s Multi-layered Defence Against Iranian Missiles About ARROW The long-range Arrow-2 and Arrow-3 interceptors, developed by Israel,… Continue reading Israel’s Multi-layered Defence Against Iranian Missiles
Blue Nile River
News: A new report has warned that the GERD reservoir on Blue Nile River is showing signs of ‘instability’; a breach could flood Sudan and Egypt downstream. About Blue Nile River Origin: The Blue Nile River originates at Lake Tana in Ethiopia. It is Ethiopia’s largest river. Tributaries: Its waters come from tributaries such as… Continue reading Blue Nile River
Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC)
News: The Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO released the Integrated Ocean Carbon Research Report highlighting uncertainties and knowledge gaps in ocean carbon sink. About Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) The Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission is a UNESCO body that promotes international cooperation in marine science and ocean management. Established in: The IOC was established in 1960 as… Continue reading Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC)
India’s First State Innovation Mission (SIM)
News: Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) under NITI Aayog launched India’s first State Innovation Mission in Tripura to strengthen innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystems. About India’s First State Innovation Mission (SIM) The State Innovation Mission is part of the approved AIM 2.0 programme, under the aegis of NITI Aayog’s State Support Mission (SSM). It is designed as… Continue reading India’s First State Innovation Mission (SIM)
