News- Union Finance Minister launched National Monetisation Pipeline 2.0, targeting Rs. 16.72 lakh crore asset monetisation during FY 2026–2030. About National Monetisation Pipeline 2.0 (NMP 2.0) It is the second phase of the government’s asset monetisation programme. It provides a medium-term roadmap for monetising operational public infrastructure assets to generate resources for new infrastructure development.… Continue reading National Monetisation Pipeline 2.0 (NMP 2.0)
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Kole Wetlands
News: A scientific study at the Kole wetlands recorded 12 species of pygmy grasshoppers, including four species newly documented in the State. About Kole Wetlands It is the largest brackish, humid tropical wetland ecosystem on the southwest coast of India. Location: The Kole wetlands are located in Kerala and spread over Thrissur and Malappuram districts.… Continue reading Kole Wetlands
PRASHAD scheme
News: The Centre is planning to develop tourist sites around major temples in Andhra Pradesh under the PRASHAD scheme. About PRASHAD scheme The full form of the PRASAD scheme is ‘Pilgrimage Rejuvenation And Spiritual Augmentation Drive’. It is a Central Sector Scheme. It was launched in the year 2014-2015 with the objective of integrated development… Continue reading PRASHAD scheme
International Energy Agency (IEA)
News- At the recent annual ministerial meeting in Paris, the IEA welcomed progress on India’s request for full membership of the organisation. About International Energy Agency (IEA) IEA is an autonomous intergovernmental organisation within the OECD framework working on energy security and sustainable energy cooperation. Establishment: It was established in November 1974 in response to… Continue reading International Energy Agency (IEA)
Key Facts about Rwanda
News- India expressed readiness to deepen engagement with Rwanda in emerging technologies and innovation sectors. About Rwanda Rwanda is a landlocked country in East Africa, known as the “Land of a Thousand Hills” due to its high elevation and rolling terrain. Location: Rwanda lies south of the Equator in east-central Africa and forms part of… Continue reading Key Facts about Rwanda
Merchandise Trade Indices
News- India’s Merchandise Trade Indices have been revised with a new base year FY 2022–23 to reflect structural changes in trade patterns. About Merchandise Trade Indices Merchandise Trade Indices measure changes in the unit values and quantities of India’s exports and imports over time. Published by: It is compiled and published by the Directorate General… Continue reading Merchandise Trade Indices
Taftan volcano
News: The Taftan Volcano in southeastern Iran has risen by about 3.5 inches (9 cm) over a period of ten months. About Taftan volcano Location: Mount Taftan is a stratovolcano situated in southeast Iran, close to the border with Pakistan. Volcano Type: Composite stratovolcano How it is formed: It was formed by the subduction of… Continue reading Taftan volcano
Gentoo penguin
News: Gentoo penguin have become the first bird species confirmed with H5 avian influenza on an Australian territory, after testing positive on Heard Island. About Gentoo penguin The Gentoo penguin (Pygoscelis papua) belongs to the genus Pygoscelis. They are closely related to the Adélie penguin and Chinstrap penguin. Distribution-They are mainly found along the coasts of… Continue reading Gentoo penguin
Exercise Vajra Prahar
News: The Indian and US armies will hold the 16th edition of Vajra Prahar, at Himachal Pradesh. About Exercise Vajra Prahar Exercise Vajra Prahar is a joint bilateral Special Forces exercise between the Indian Army and the United States Army. It is conducted annually on an alternate basis in India and U.S.A. Background: It was… Continue reading Exercise Vajra Prahar
Vibrant Villages Programme–II (VVP-II)
News: Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched Vibrant Villages Programme–II in Nathanpur village of Assam with an outlay of ₹6,839 crore. About Vibrant Villages Programme–II (VVP-II) It is a programme for comprehensive development of villages in blocks along international land borders, expanding the focus beyond northern border areas to other international border regions. Nodal Ministry:… Continue reading Vibrant Villages Programme–II (VVP-II)
