Darfur Region

News: An attack on a ⁠hospital in Sudan’s Darfur region has killed at least ‌64 people, including 13 children, according to the head of ⁠the World ⁠Health Organization (WHO). About Darfur Region Location: It is a region of western Sudan bordering Chad, Libya, and the Central African Republic. It lay between Kordofan to the east… Continue reading Darfur Region

Dimethyl Ether (DME) Technology

News: The West Asia crisis increased LPG prices and import dependence, highlighting the need for indigenous alternatives like DME technology developed by CSIR-NCL. About Dimethyl Ether (DME) Technology Dimethyl Ether (DME) is a synthetically produced, clean-burning alternative fuel that can replace both diesel and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG). In India, Dimethyl Ether (DME) is a… Continue reading Dimethyl Ether (DME) Technology

UNIGME Report 2025

News: The UNIGME Report 2025 was recently released, highlighting global and India-specific progress in reducing child mortality rates. About UNIGME Report 2025 It is a global report that tracks levels and trends in child mortality. Released by: It is released by the United Nations Inter-agency Group for Child Mortality Estimation (UN IGME), led by UNICEF,… Continue reading UNIGME Report 2025

Defence India Start-up Challenge (DISC-14) and ADITI Challenge under iDEX Framework

News: Raksha Mantri launched DISC-14 and ADITI 4.0 challenges during National Defence Industries Conclave 2026 to promote defence innovation and indigenous capabilities. About Defence India Start-up Challenge (DISC-14) Defence India Start-up Challenge is a flagship programme supporting startups, MSMEs, and innovators in defence and security. Inception: It was launched on August 4, 2018 by the… Continue reading Defence India Start-up Challenge (DISC-14) and ADITI Challenge under iDEX Framework

VB-G Ram G Youth Digital Campaign

News: Ministry of Rural Development has launched nationwide ‘VB-G Ram G Youth Digital Campaign’ to encourage participation of rural youth in development activities. About VB-G Ram G Youth Digital Campaign It is a campaign to make youth active partners in nation-building through a digital platform to showcase progress and innovation in their villages. Launched by:… Continue reading VB-G Ram G Youth Digital Campaign

‘RELIEF’ Scheme

News: The Commerce and Industry Ministry launched ‘RELIEF’ Scheme to ease pressure on exporters facing trade disruption due to the ongoing war in West Asia. About ‘RELIEF’ Scheme Resilience & Logistics Intervention for Export Facilitation (RELIEF) scheme is time-bound and targeted measure to support Indian exporters facing disruptions due to the evolving geopolitical situation in West… Continue reading ‘RELIEF’ Scheme

World Happiness Report 2026

News: World Happiness Report 2026 was recently released by the Wellbeing Research Centre at the University of Oxford. About World Happiness Report 2026 About: It is an annual report which provides an insight into the global picture of social media and happiness. Published by: It is published by the Wellbeing Research Centre at the University… Continue reading World Happiness Report 2026

Small Hydro Power Development Scheme

News: The Union Cabinet approved the Small Hydro Power Development Scheme for 2026-27 to 2030-31 with ₹2,584.60 crore outlay. About Small Hydro Power Development Scheme It is a scheme to install about 1,500 MW small hydro power capacity across India. Nodal Ministry: It is under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), unlike larger… Continue reading Small Hydro Power Development Scheme

Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojna (BHAVYA)

News: The Union Cabinet has approved the Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojna (BHAVYA) for developing 100 plug-and-play industrial parks across the country. About Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojna (BHAVYA) It is a scheme for developing 100 plug-and-play industrial parks across the country. Aim: It aims to develop world-class industrial infrastructure, unlocking manufacturing potential of the country. It… Continue reading Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojna (BHAVYA)

Hindon River

News: A five-day research survey found zero dissolved oxygen levels at several locations, making the Hindon river uninhabitable for aquatic life. About Hindon River Origin: It originates in the Saharanpur district of Uttar Pradesh, in the Siwalik Hills at about 800 m elevation. Nature: The river is entirely rain-fed, with higher flow during the monsoon… Continue reading Hindon River

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