News: NASA has selected the PRAXIS mission concept for Innovative Advanced Concepts (NIAC) 2026 Phase I funding. About PRAXIS System Full form: PRAXIS stands for Planetary Rings Autonomous EXploration with In-situ Sampling. Proposed by: The system is proposed by National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Aim: The mission aims to directly collect and analyze planetary… Continue reading PRAXIS System
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Fields Medal 2026
News: The International Mathematical Union announced the 2026 Fields Medal winners at the International Congress of Mathematicians held in Philadelphia on July 23. About Fields Medal 2026 The Fields Medal is awarded to recognize outstanding mathematical achievement for existing work and for the promise of future achievement. Awarded by: The fields medals are awarded by… Continue reading Fields Medal 2026
High-Powered Task Force for Education Sector
News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a High-Powered Task Force to reform the examination system and improve the credibility of future competitive examinations. About High-Powered Task Force for Education Sector High-Powered Task Force for Education Sector is a six-member panel constituted to recommend technology-driven and structural reforms in India’s examination system. Announced by: Prime Minister Narendra… Continue reading High-Powered Task Force for Education Sector
Corporate Mitra Scheme
News: The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs organised an awareness webinar on the Corporate Mitra Scheme in Arunachal Pradesh. About Corporate Mitra Scheme Corporate Mitra Scheme is a flagship initiative to create Corporate Mitras for supporting Micro, India’s Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). Launched by: The Ministry of Corporate Affairs announced the scheme in the… Continue reading Corporate Mitra Scheme
Unjha Jeera
News: Unjha Jeera from Gujarat has officially received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. About Unjha Jeera It belongs to Unjha region, located in Mehsana district, Gujarat. It is home to one of Asia’s largest spice markets and serves as a major trading hub for cumin. Features: It is particularly known for its large seeds, stemless… Continue reading Unjha Jeera
Sone River
News: Bihar and Jharkhand are set to sign an agreement on the sharing of Sone River waters, resolving a long-pending dispute that has persisted since the creation of Jharkhand in 2000. About Sone River Sone River is a perennial river. It is also called “Hiranyavaha” because of its golden coloured sand. It was believed that… Continue reading Sone River
Kheibar Shekan Missile
News: Iran has recently employed the Kheibar Shekan Missile in coordinated attacks, demonstrating its operational adaptability and effectiveness against advanced adversaries. About Kheibar Shekan Missile Aspects Description About It is an Iranian medium-range ballistic missile, which was unveiled by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in 2022. The name “Kheybar Shekan” translates to “Breaker of… Continue reading Kheibar Shekan Missile
Start-up Village Entrepreneurship Programme (SVEP)
News: As India’s start-up ecosystem expands, the government is promoting rural entrepreneurship through the Start-up Village Entrepreneurship Programme (SVEP). About Start-up Village Entrepreneurship Programme (SVEP) It is the sub-scheme under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) programme . Launched: It was launched in 2016. Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Rural Development Objective: The objective… Continue reading Start-up Village Entrepreneurship Programme (SVEP)
Portfolio Management Service (PMS)
News: SEBI has proposed a comprehensive review of the Portfolio Managers Regulations, 2020, to modernize Portfolio Management Services amid rapid industry growth. About Portfolio Management Service (PMS) Portfolio Management Service (PMS) is a professional investment service where a qualified portfolio manager manages a client’s investment portfolio. Registration: PMS providers must be registered under the SEBI (Portfolio… Continue reading Portfolio Management Service (PMS)
Key Highlights of National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6)
News: India recorded improvements in maternal and child health, while NFHS-6 reported a rise in lifestyle-related diseases among adults. Key Highlights of National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6) Released by: It is released by the International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS), Mumbai. IIPS is the nodal agency designated by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare… Continue reading Key Highlights of National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6)
