Third Battle of Panipat (1761)

News- The Chief Minister of Maharashtra described the Third Battle of Panipat as a symbol of Maratha valor during a discussion in the State Assembly. Third Battle of Panipat (1761). About Third Battle of Panipat (1761) The Third Battle of Panipat, fought on 14 January 1761, was one of the largest and bloodiest battles of… Continue reading Third Battle of Panipat (1761)

Samarth Incubation Program

News- The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DoT) recently launched the ‘Samarth’ incubation program. Samarth Incubation Program. About Samarth Incubation Program Objective: The programme is designed to support startups working in areas such as telecom software, cybersecurity, 5G and 6G technologies, artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT) applications, and quantum technologies. The initiative aims… Continue reading Samarth Incubation Program

Senkaku Islands

News- Japan has expressed strong concerns over the extended presence of Chinese Coast Guard vessels near the disputed Senkaku Islands in the East China Sea. About Senkaku Islands Location: The Senkaku Islands are an uninhabited group of 8 islands situated in the East China Sea. Current Control: The islands are currently administered and controlled by… Continue reading Senkaku Islands

Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park

News- Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park has become India’s first zoo to preserve DNA samples of wildlife. Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park. About Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park Location– It is situated in Darjeeling, in the Indian state of West Bengal. Features:  It is the largest high altitude zoo in India. It specializes in breeding… Continue reading Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park

Equalisation Levy

News- The government has proposed the abolition of the 6% Equalisation Levy on online advertising in the Finance Bill 2025. This move will benefit advertisers on digital platforms like Google, X and Meta. Equalisation Levy. About Equalisation Levy The Equalisation Levy was introduced in India through the Finance Act, 2016, to tax digital transactions—specifically, income… Continue reading Equalisation Levy

BHIM 3.0

News- NPCI BHIM Services Ltd. (NBSL), a subsidiary of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), introduced BHIM 3.0. About BHIM (Bharat Interface for Money) It is Unified Payments Interface(UPI) based payment interface application that allows real time fund transfer. It was launched in 2016. Developer: National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) Purpose: To promote… Continue reading BHIM 3.0

Vikramshila University

News– The government is planning the revival of another ancient center of learning in Bihar—Vikramshila University. About Vikramshila University Location:- It was located in Bhagalpur, Bihar, along the banks of the Ganges River. Founder: It was established by King Dharmapala of the Pala Dynasty in the late 8th to early 9th century AD. It was… Continue reading Vikramshila University

BAANKNET Portal

News- The government launched the upgraded BAANKNET portal to improve transparency, efficiency, and value realization in PSU banks’ e-auctions of non-performing assets. About BAANKNET portal It is an advanced e-auction portal designed for Public Sector Banks (PSBs) and financial institutions to auction properties for recovering Non-Performing Asset (NPA) loans. Nodal Ministry: Launched under the Ministry… Continue reading BAANKNET Portal

Farakka Barrage

News- Farakka Barrage began operations in 1975, marking its 50th anniversary in 2025. About Farakka Barrage Location: Built on the Ganga River in Murshidabad district, West Bengal, about 18 km from the Bangladesh border. Commissioning: The project construction commenced in 1961 and it became operational on April 21, 1975. Purpose: It diverts 40,000 cusecs of… Continue reading Farakka Barrage

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