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
Category: Factly – Indian Economy
This category contains all Current Affairs Factly Articles for Prelims, related to the Indian economy. You can find all relevant Economy updates on this page. This page is specifically useful for UPSC Prelims exam.
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
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
Global Indices for Reforms and Growth (GIRG) Framework
News: The government told the Rajya Sabha that India’s performance on 26 key global indices is being reviewed under GIRG. About Global Indices for Reforms and Growth (GIRG) Framework GIRG is an initiative by India to track and improve its standing on 26 selected global indices through inter-ministerial coordination. Aim: Its aim is to find… Continue reading Global Indices for Reforms and Growth (GIRG) Framework
Sanchar Saathi App
News: Sanchar Saathi is in news as DoT has ordered all smartphone makers to pre-install the app through mandatory directions. About Sanchar Saathi App Sanchar Saathi is a citizen-centric initiative available as a mobile application and website. It empowers mobile subscribers, strengthens their security, and increases awareness about citizen-centric initiatives of the Government. Launched by… Continue reading Sanchar Saathi App
Major Irrigation Projects in India
News: India has numerous major irrigation projects that are essential for improving agricultural output and effectively managing the nation’s water resources. About Bhakra Dam Bhakra Dam is a concrete gravity dam built across the Sutlej River, near the Punjab–Himachal Pradesh border. Operated and maintained by: Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) It is the world’s highest… Continue reading Major Irrigation Projects in India
SIM Binding
News: The Department of Telecommunications has recently directed major app-based communication services to implement SIM binding to curb cyber-frauds and misuse. About SIM Binding SIM binding is a security process that links a user’s messaging or communication app to the specific SIM card used during registration. Authorized under: The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued… Continue reading SIM Binding
Global Call for Abstracts on Gender-Transformative AI Solutions
News: MeitY and UN Women India have opened a global submission process to document gender-responsive AI solutions for women and girls. About Global Call for Abstracts on Gender-Transformative AI Solutions It is a global invitation to submit abstracts of real, implemented AI solutions that advance gender equality for women and girls, especially across the Global… Continue reading Global Call for Abstracts on Gender-Transformative AI Solutions
WorldSkills Asia Competition (WSAC) 2025
News: India has achieved an impressive 8th-place finish in its debut participation at the WorldSkills Asia Competition (WSAC) 2025. About WorldSkills Asia Competition (WSAC) 2025 WSAC 2025 was the third edition of the prestigious continental skills competition. Participation: It brought together 500+ young competitors representing 29 Asian member and guest nations. The competition featured 44… Continue reading WorldSkills Asia Competition (WSAC) 2025
Pilot Trainer Aircraft “Hansa-3(NG)”
News: India has launched its first indigenous pilot trainer aircraft, Hansa-3(NG), marking the country’s march towards self-reliant aerospace manufacturing. About Pilot Trainer Aircraft “Hansa-3(NG)” It is India’s first indigenous trainer aircraft developed for pilot training. Developed by: It is designed and developed by CSIR–National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL), Bengaluru, under the Council of Scientific and Industrial… Continue reading Pilot Trainer Aircraft “Hansa-3(NG)”
