Veerangana Jhalkari Bai Koli

News– The Delhi government has decided to include Veerangana Jhalkari Bai Koli in its scheme that celebrates the birth and death anniversaries of prominent personalities. About Veerangana Jhalkari Bai Koli Birth: 22 November 1830, Bhojla village near Jhansi (UP). Background: Born into a Dalit Koli family; known for exceptional bravery from childhood. Marriage: Married Puran… Continue reading Veerangana Jhalkari Bai Koli

SARAL SIMS

News– The Ministry of Steel launched the SARAL Steel Import Monitoring System (SIMS) portal for simplified import registration. About SARAL SIMS Purpose & Coverage- SARAL SIMS streamlines SIMS registration for small steel imports and for exports-related procurement under Advance Authorisation, Special Economic Zone (SEZ), and Export Oriented Unit (EOU) schemes. Applicability- It covers iron and… Continue reading SARAL SIMS

World Urbanisation Prospects 2025 Report

News: Recently UN DESA released the new World Urbanization Prospects 2025 report using the Degree of Urbanization methodology. About  World Urbanisation Prospects 2025 Report It gives population estimates and projections using the Degree of Urbanization. Prepared by: It is prepared by the Population Division of the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN… Continue reading World Urbanisation Prospects 2025 Report

Himalayan Black Bear

News: Recently, the Uttarakhand government ordered shoot-at-sight action against Himalayan black bears in Pauri district after a surge in attacks. About Himalayan Black Bear (Ursus thibetanus laniger) The Himalayan black bear is a forest-dwelling bear species of the Himalayan region. Habitat: It lives in broadleaf and coniferous forests between altitudes of 1,200 and 3,300 metres.… Continue reading Himalayan Black Bear

Indira Gandhi Peace Prize 2024

News: Michelle Bachelet received the Indira Gandhi Peace Prize (2024) for Peace, at a ceremony held on November 20, 2025. About Indira Gandhi Peace Prize It is an annual award given to individuals or organisations that promote global peace, disarmament and development. It is also known as the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament, and… Continue reading Indira Gandhi Peace Prize 2024

ASHA AI Platform

News: The ASHA AI Platform is an innovative solution launched by the Indian government to enhance the efficiency and transparency of the Public Distribution System (PDS). About ASHA AI Platform The Anna Sahayata Holistic AI Solution (ASHA) is an AI-based platform launched by the  Union Food and Public Distribution Ministry.  Developed by: It has been developed in partnership with the… Continue reading ASHA AI Platform

BIRSA 101

News: India launched India’s first indigenous “CRISPR” based gene therapy for Sickle Cell Disease. About BIRSA 101 BIRSA 101 is India’s first indigenous CRISPR-based gene therapy. Aim: It is developed specifically for treating Sickle Cell Disease, a condition that heavily affects India’s tribal population. Named after: The therapy is named BIRSA 101 in honour of… Continue reading BIRSA 101

Swavlamban 2025

News: The fourth edition of the Indian Navy’s Naval Innovation and Indigenisation Organisation Seminar Swavlamban 2025 will commence in New Delhi. About Swavlamban 2025 Swavlamban 2025 is the fourth edition of the Indian Navy’s Naval Innovation and Indigenisation Organisation (NIIO) seminar designed to highlight advancements in naval self-reliance. Schedule: The seminar is scheduled to commence… Continue reading Swavlamban 2025

Ratanmahal Wildlife Sanctuary 

News: Over three decades after tigers became extinct in Gujarat, the arrival of tiger in Ratanmahal Wildlife Sanctuary has sparked fresh optimism about reviving the species in Gujarat. About Ratanmahal Wildlife Sanctuary Location: The Ratanmahal Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected forest area located in the Dahod district of Gujarat, near the border with Madhya Pradesh.… Continue reading Ratanmahal Wildlife Sanctuary 

Trade Intelligence and Analytics (TIA) Portal  

News: Union Minister of Commerce and Industry launched the Trade Intelligence & Analytics (TIA) Portal in New Delhi. About Trade Intelligence and Analytics (TIA) Portal Launched by: The Trade Intelligence & Analytics (TIA) Portal was launched by Minister of Commerce and Industry Aim: The portal aims to make trade data more transparent, accessible, and useful… Continue reading Trade Intelligence and Analytics (TIA) Portal  

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