NE-RACE Portal

News: The NE-RACE portal, launched to strengthen market linkages for farmers of the North Eastern Region (NER), has facilitated agri-trade worth ₹895.56 lakh as of January 2026. About NE-RACE NE-RACE is a digital agri-marketing platform that connects farmers, FPOs, SHGs and cooperatives of the North Eastern Region with buyers across India and abroad. It enables… Continue reading NE-RACE Portal

Anthropic AI Workplace Suite

News: Global technology stocks declined sharply after Anthropic launched its AI-powered workplace automation suite. It raised concerns that AI may replace, rather than support, traditional software and IT services. About Anthropic AI Workplace Suite It is a set of autonomous, AI agent-based tools for enterprise automation. Developed by: Anthropic The suite operates through Claude Cowork… Continue reading Anthropic AI Workplace Suite

BRICS Centre for Industrial Competencies (BCIC)

News: India has joined the BRICS Centre for Industrial Competencies (BCIC) to provide integrated support services to manufacturing companies and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises across BRICS countries. About BRICS Centre for Industrial Competencies (BCIC) It was initiated in collaboration with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). Note: UNIDO is a specialized United Nations… Continue reading BRICS Centre for Industrial Competencies (BCIC)

Nalsarovar Bird sanctuary

News: Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary has recorded more than five lakh birds from over 200 species in its latest census, showing a significant 21% increase from 4.12 lakh in 2024. About Nalsarovar Bird sanctuary Location: Located to the west of Ahmedabad near Sanand village, Gujarat. It is a natural lake with shallow waters and muddy lagoons, dotted… Continue reading Nalsarovar Bird sanctuary

FORGE Initiative

News: India has extended support to the FORGE Initiative, launched at the inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial (Washington DC, February 2026). About FORGE Initiative FORGE (Forum on Resource, Geostrategic Engagement) is a multilateral framework on critical minerals. It is the successor to the US-led Mineral Security Partnership (MSP). It is launched to address emerging geostrategic and… Continue reading FORGE Initiative

Motion of Thanks

News: Recently, Prime Minister replied to the Motion of Thanks on the President’s Address in the Rajya Sabha (February 2026). About Motion of Thanks It is a parliamentary motion moved after the President’s Address to express gratitude to the President. It is a special address which reflects the policy statement of the government. It provides… Continue reading Motion of Thanks

Project Vault

News: The United States announced Project Vault to build a critical minerals stockpile to reduce dependence on China and manage supply disruptions. About Project Vault Project Vault is a public-private partnership created to buy and store critical minerals and rare earth elements. Announced by: The initiative was announced by the President of the United States,… Continue reading Project Vault

Turtle Trail

News: The Union Budget 2026 proposes the development of turtle trails along key nesting sites in the coastal areas of Odisha, Karnataka, and Kerala. About Turtle Trail Creation of Turtle trail aims to protect endangered sea turtles and generate new livelihood opportunities for local communities dependent on coastal ecosystems. Developed at: It will be developed… Continue reading Turtle Trail

Pakhal Wildlife Sanctuary

News:  Scientists from the Botanical Survey of India (BSI) have identified a new species of flowering plant in Pakhal Wildlife Sanctuary. About Pakhal Wildlife Sanctuary Location: It is situated in Warangal district of Telangana. It was declared a sanctuary in 1952.  Area: Approximately 839 square kilometres It is home to Pakhal Lake, which was constructed… Continue reading Pakhal Wildlife Sanctuary

Exercise KHANJAR XIII

News: The thirteenth edition of Exercise KHANJAR has begun at Misamari in Assam, involving Special Forces from India and Kyrgyzstan. About Exercise KHANJAR XIII Exercise KHANJAR XIII is a joint military exercise conducted between India and Kyrgyzstan to enhance Special Forces cooperation. First edition: India and Kyrgyzstan have been conducting this exercise annually since 2011… Continue reading Exercise KHANJAR XIII

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