News- PM Narendra Modi will formally open the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala on Friday (May 2, 2025), marking a major step in putting the southern state on the global maritime map. Vizhinjam International Seaport. About Vizhinjam International Seaport It is India’s first deepwater container transshipment port. Location: It is located in Vizhinjam, a coastal… Continue reading Vizhinjam International Seaport
Category: Daily Factly articles
Vembanad Lake
News– A Rs. 188.25 crore five-year rejuvenation plan, inspired by Namami Gange, has been proposed by the Alappuzha District Administration to restore the shrinking Vembanad lake. About Vembanad Lake Description: It is the longest lake in India and the largest in the state of Kerala, stretching approximately 96.5 km in length and covering an area of… Continue reading Vembanad Lake
Raje Raghuji Bhonsle I
News: The Maharashtra government has reclaimed the iconic sword of Maratha warrior Raje Raghuji Bhonsle I at an auction in London. About Raje Raghuji Bhonsle I Raghuji Bhosale I (also spelt Raghoji Bhonsle) was a Maratha ruler and military commander born in 1695. He played a significant role in the expansion of the Maratha Empire… Continue reading Raje Raghuji Bhonsle I
National Security Advisory Board (NSAB)
News: Central Government has revamped the National Security Advisory Board, appointing ex-RAW chief Alok Joshi as its chairman. National Security Advisory Board (NSAB). About National Security Advisory Board (NSAB) It is an advisory body of eminent experts from outside the government that provides long-term strategic inputs on national security issues. It is part of the national security… Continue reading National Security Advisory Board (NSAB)
Natural Hydrogen
News: A growing number of sizable companies, from mining giants to energy majors, are embracing the hype for natural hydrogen. About Natural Hydrogen It refers to hydrogen gas that is generated and found naturally in the earth’s crust or atmosphere, rather than being produced artificially through industrial processes. It is also called white/gold/geological hydrogen, to… Continue reading Natural Hydrogen
Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India
News- The Government of India has introduced the Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India (GHCI) under the National Green Hydrogen Mission. Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India. About Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India (GHCI) Purpose– It is aimed at establishing a framework to certify green hydrogen production and ensure transparency, traceability, and market credibility.… Continue reading Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India
Special 301 Report
News- India has yet again been placed on the ‘priority watch’ list of the US Trade Representative (USTR) office’s Special 301 Report on intellectual property rights. Special 301 Report. About Special 301 Report Description: It is an annual publication by the United States Trade Representative (USTR), mandated under the Trade Act of 1974. Purpose: The… Continue reading Special 301 Report
Golconda Blue
News: The Golconda Blue diamond – “among the rarest and most important…ever discovered throughout history”, has been expected to fetch $35 million to $50 million at an auction in Geneva on May 14. About Golconda Blue It is a legendary 23.24-carat fancy vivid blue diamond, renowned for its exceptional clarity, rich blue hue, and royal… Continue reading Golconda Blue
Rajamannar Committee on Centre-State Relations
News: Tamil Nadu Government has formed a three-member high-level committee to review Centre-State relations, echoing Rajamannar committee of past. Rajamannar Committee on Centre-State Relations. About Rajamannar Committee on Centre-State Relations It was formed by Tamil Nadu government in 1969 and it gave its Report in 1971. It was the first state-level initiative to review Centre-State relations.… Continue reading Rajamannar Committee on Centre-State Relations
Rafale-Marine Fighter Jet
News: India and France has inked an Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA) for the procurement of 26 Rafale-M aircraft – 22 single-seater and four twin-seater – for the Indian Navy. About Rafale-Marine Fighter Jet It is a single-seat, carrier-borne, 4+ generation aircraft capable of performing a wide range of missions, including deep strikes, air defence, and reconnaissance. Manufactured… Continue reading Rafale-Marine Fighter Jet
