News: More than 1,500 academics are protesting the draft ISI Bill, 2025, which seeks to repeal the Indian Statistical Institute Act, 1959. About Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) The Indian Statistical Institute is a national institution for statistics and related fields. Founded by: It was founded by Professor Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis in 1931. Established as: It… Continue reading Indian Statistical Institute (ISI)
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Reciprocal Exchange of Logistics Agreement (RELOS)
News: Russia has ratified the RELOS military pact with India ahead of President Putin’s New Delhi visit. About Reciprocal Exchange of Logistics Agreement (RELOS) RELOS is an India–Russia arrangement to share logistics and support at each other’s military facilities for troops, warships and aircraft during missions away from home bases. Scope of the Agreement Military… Continue reading Reciprocal Exchange of Logistics Agreement (RELOS)
Exercise Garuda
News: The 8th edition of bilateral Indo–French air exercise Garuda 25 concluded at Air Base 118, Mont-de-Marsan, France. About Exercise Garuda Exercise Garuda is an air exercise between the Indian Air Force and the French Air and Space Force to promote interoperability and mutual learning. Origin: The exercise was first held in 2003. Frequency: It… Continue reading Exercise Garuda
World Summit on Disaster Management (WSDM) 2025
News- The World Summit on Disaster Management 2025 in Dehradun announced stronger weather forecasting capacity for disaster-prone Uttarakhand. About World Summit on Disaster Management (WSDM) 2025 WSDM 2025 is a global platform on disaster resilience that brings together scientists, policymakers, practitioners, and industry leaders to discuss strategies for disaster risk reduction in a changing climate.… Continue reading World Summit on Disaster Management (WSDM) 2025
High-Speed Test of Indigenous Fighter Escape System
News- The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted a high-speed rocket-sled test of a fighter aircraft escape system at controlled velocity. About the Test The test was conducted to validate canopy severance, ejection sequencing, and complete aircrew recovery. It marks a major achievement in India’s indigenous defence capability and places India among… Continue reading High-Speed Test of Indigenous Fighter Escape System
New Geographical Indication (GI) Products
News: Recently, five products from Tamil Nadu have been granted the Geographical Indications (GI) tag. About New Geographical Indication (GI) Products About Woraiyur Cotton Sari The Woraiyur cotton saris is native to Tiruchi district, Tamil Nadu. They are woven in Manamedu on the banks of the Cauvery. The saree is traditionally woven using a ‘korvai… Continue reading New Geographical Indication (GI) Products
Companies (Specification of Definition Details) Amendment Rules, 2025
News- Recently, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, in a notification, highlighted the change in the definition of small companies under the Companies Act, 2013. About Companies (Specification of Definition Details) Amendment Rules, 2025 The Central Government has issued the Companies (Specification of Definition Details) Amendment Rules, 2025, amending the Companies (Specification of Definition Details) Rules,… Continue reading Companies (Specification of Definition Details) Amendment Rules, 2025
Charpala Wildlife Sanctuary
News: A rare striated grassbird was sighted in Chaprala Wildlife Sanctuary in Gadchiroli, marking a major range expansion in Maharashtra. About Charpala Wildlife Sanctuary Location: Charpala Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra. Established: The sanctuary was established in 1986 as a protected area for wildlife conservation. Area: The sanctuary spans approximately… Continue reading Charpala Wildlife Sanctuary
Districts as Export Hubs (DEH) initiative
News: Government has designated Dakshina Kannada as a District Export Hub (DEH) under the Districts as Export Hubs initiative. About Districts as Export Hubs (DEH) Initiative Initiative by: Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Ministry of Commerce. It was launched in August 2019. It is based on the vision that every district in India has… Continue reading Districts as Export Hubs (DEH) initiative
Paulos Mar Gregorios Award
News: Dr Tessy Thomas has been honoured with the prestigious Paulos Mar Gregorios Award 2025 for her significant achievements in missile development and her impactful work in promoting women’s empowerment. About Paulos Mar Gregorios Award Instituted by: Sophia Society of the Malankara (Indian) Orthodox Church Purpose: The purpose of the award is to acknowledge service… Continue reading Paulos Mar Gregorios Award
