News:The Ganga-Volga Dialogue was held between India and Russia in New Delhi. Facts: About Ganga-Volga Dialogue: The Ganga Volga Dialogue was conceptualized during 2018 India Russia Summit between Russian President and Indian Prime Minister. The dialogue was organised by the Ministry of External Affairs in collaboration with Dr.Syama Prasad Mookerjee Research Foundation. The objective of… Continue reading Ganga-Volga Dialogue:India-Russia
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New Resolution Authority in works to curb failure of large financial institutions
News:Finance ministry is planning to setup a Resolution authority to curb failure of large financial institutions. Facts: About the Resolution authority: The Resolution authority aims to address the issue of insolvency of firms in the financial sector. The authority would comprise of members from financial sector regulators as well as senior government officials as its… Continue reading New Resolution Authority in works to curb failure of large financial institutions
India provides platform, Maldives inches closer to re-enter Commonwealth
News:Recently,India has provided a platform for engagement between the Maldives and the Commonwealth Secretariat that could enable Maldives re-entry into the Commonwealth of Nations. Facts: About Commonwealth of Nations: Commonwealth of Nations formerly known as British Commonwealth is an international intergovernmental organization of countries that were mostly former territories of the British Empire and dependencies.… Continue reading India provides platform, Maldives inches closer to re-enter Commonwealth
NISHTHA:National Initiative for School Heads’ and Teachers’ Holistic Advancement
News:Union Minister of Human Resource Development has inaugurated NISHTHA programme for the teachers of Jammu and Kashmir. Facts: About NISHTHA Programme: NISHTHA is a capacity building programme for improving the quality of School Education through Integrated Teacher Training. Aim:To train teachers and school principals at the elementary stage so that they can encourage and foster… Continue reading NISHTHA:National Initiative for School Heads’ and Teachers’ Holistic Advancement
Hemorrhagic Septicaemia
News:Recently,40 buffaloes had died of haemorrhagic septicaemia in Odisha’s Kendrapara. Facts: About Hemorrhagic Septicaemia: Haemorrhagic septicaemia (HS) is a contagious bacterial disease caused by Pasteurella multocida. It affects cattle and water buffaloes with a high mortality rate in infected animals. The symptoms include swishing tails, undigested food in faeces and reduced milk yield. The disease… Continue reading Hemorrhagic Septicaemia
Government announces Padma Awards winners
News:Government has announced 141 Padma Awards on the occasion of 71st Republic Day. Facts: About Padma awards: The Padma Awards are one of the highest civilian honours after the Bharat Ratna announced annually on the eve of Republic Day. The award is given for distinguished and exceptional achievements in all fields of activities/disciplines. Categories of… Continue reading Government announces Padma Awards winners
Ashuganj-Akhaura road project
News:India and Bangladesh has signed an agreement to upgrade the 50 km long road between Ashuganj and Akhaura in Bangladesh into a 4-lane highway. Facts: About the project: The project is part of the $2 billion line of credit extended by India to Bangladesh in 2016. It will boost connectivity between Bangladesh and North-eastern part… Continue reading Ashuganj-Akhaura road project
Dhanush,India’s first indigenous long-range artillery gun
News:The Dhanush gun system was showcased for the first time at the 71st Republic Day parade. Facts: About Dhanush: Dhanush is the first indigenous long-range artillery gun developed by Ordnance Factory Board(OFB) and manufactured by the Gun Carriage Factory. The gun is a 155 mm-45 caliber gun with a maximum range of 36.5 km and… Continue reading Dhanush,India’s first indigenous long-range artillery gun
Indian Railways’ first waste to energy plant commissioned
News:The first waste to energy plant of Indian Railways has been commissioned by the East Coast Railways(ECoR). Facts: About the waste to energy plant: The waste to energy plant converts waste collected from the garbage disposal units into carbon powder, diesel and gas using Poly Crack Technology. The diesel oil is to be sold by… Continue reading Indian Railways’ first waste to energy plant commissioned
Establishment of Chairs in the Universities in the name of eminent women
News: The Ministry of Women and Child Development with assistance from University Grants Commission (UGC) has launched Establishment of Chairs in the Universities in the name of eminent women initiative. Facts: About Establishment of Chairs in the Universities in the name of eminent women It envisages setting up of 10 Chairs across different universities after… Continue reading Establishment of Chairs in the Universities in the name of eminent women
