News: Recently, a key reform under the new EEZ Rules has been done by introducing digital Access Pass system through the ReALCRaft Portal. About ReALCRaft Portal It is a national online platform which provides web-based and citizen-centric services to marine fishers and coastal States and Union Territories for the registration and licensing of fishing vessels.… Continue reading ReALCRaft Portal
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ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal
News: The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) has officially announced the nominees for the esteemed ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal. This year’s 10 notable films will be judged by an esteemed Jury panel. About the ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal The ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal is an international honor presented annually at the International Film Festival of India… Continue reading ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal
Exercise Malabar 2025
News: The Malabar Exercise 2025 is set to be hosted to strengthen maritime cooperation and improve interoperability among the participating forces. About Exercise Malabar 2025 Exercise Malabar 2025 is a Quad Naval Exercise with India, the US, Japan and Australia. Location: The exercise is being hosted by the US in the Guam islands. Indian Participation:… Continue reading Exercise Malabar 2025
‘CoopKumbh’ 2025
News: Union Minister of Cooperation will inaugurate Cooperative Kumbh 2025, a two-day international cooperative conference, at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. About ‘CoopKumbh’ 2025 Cooperative Kumbh 2025 is an international conference on the urban cooperative credit sector that focuses on collaboration, innovation, and policy advancement. Aim: It aims to strengthen the cooperative framework for financial inclusion and… Continue reading ‘CoopKumbh’ 2025
Rhesus Macaque
News: The standing committee of the National Board for Wildlife (SC-NBWL), has recommended reinstating Rhesus macaque under Wildlife Act Schedule II to restore protection, enforcement, and scientific management. About Rhesus Macaque The Rhesus macaque (Macaca mulatta) is an ‘Old World’ monkey in the Macaca genus , native to South Asia. Distribution: It is native to… Continue reading Rhesus Macaque
National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP)
News: The National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) is a fully funded Centrally Sponsored Scheme that extends financial support to individuals living below poverty line (BPL). About National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) Implementing Ministry: Ministry of Rural Development Nature of Scheme: Centrally Sponsored Scheme Coverage: Applicable to both rural and urban areas Objectives To ensure a minimum level… Continue reading National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP)
Aircraft Carrier Fujian
News: China has commissioned its first indigenously designed aircraft carrier Fujian. About Aircraft Carrier Fujian It is the first indigenously designed and built aircraft carrier by China. It forms part of China’s three-carrier fleet in the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) fleet, after Liaoning and Shandong. Features: It is equipped with integrated electric propulsion for enhanced… Continue reading Aircraft Carrier Fujian
Changthang Cold Desert Wildlife Sanctuary
News: The standing committee of the National Board for Wildlife (SC-NBWL) has recommended approval for 12 key defence projects in Ladakh across Changthang Cold Desert Sanctuary and Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary. About Changthang Cold Desert Wildlife Sanctuary Location: It is located at the Ladakhi Changthang plateau in the Leh district of Ladakh. Established: 1987 Area: It… Continue reading Changthang Cold Desert Wildlife Sanctuary
Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF)
News: India welcomed Brazil’s initiative to establish the Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF) for conserving tropical forests. About Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF) The TFFF is a mechanism that incentivizes conserving and expanding tropical forests by making predictable annual payments for maintaining standing forests. Aim: The Facility aims to remunerate countries for keeping forests intact,… Continue reading Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF)
Siang Valley
News: Recent surveys in Simong village, found six butterfly species new to India. About Siang Valley Location: It is located in the Upper Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. River: The Siang River (Yarlung Tsangpo in Tibet) flows into Arunachal Pradesh before joining the Brahmaputra in Assam. Importance tribes: Tribe include Adi (Litin), Nyishi, Memba, Khamba, and… Continue reading Siang Valley
