News: The Union Cabinet has approved the proposal of the Department of Rural Development for Continuation of the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) with renamed as Pradhan Mantri Samajik Sahayata Yojana. About National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) The National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) was launched on 15th August, 1995. Nature of Scheme: It is a… Continue reading Renaming of National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP)
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Soybean Cultivation in India
News: On the occasion of Soybean Harvest Day, the yield potential of the improved soybean Varieties NRC 268 and NRC 270 was assessed. About Soybean Cultivation in India Soybean (Glycine max) is a significant legume in the pea family (Fabaceae). It is known for its nitrogenfixing ability through symbiosis with soil bacteria Soybean is a… Continue reading Soybean Cultivation in India
Shipbuilding Project Credit Risk Insurance Policy (SbPCP) and Business Credit Shield Policy–Shipbuilders (BCSPS)
News: During the 21st Meeting of Maritime State Development Council, Shipbuilding Project Credit Risk Insurance Policy (SbPCP), and Business Credit Shield Policy–Shipbuilders (BCSPS), credit risk insurance products have been launched to support India’s shipbuilding industry. About Shipbuilding Project Credit Risk Insurance Policy (SbPCP) and Business Credit Shield Policy–Shipbuilders (BCSPS) Shipbuilding Project Credit Risk Insurance Policy… Continue reading Shipbuilding Project Credit Risk Insurance Policy (SbPCP) and Business Credit Shield Policy–Shipbuilders (BCSPS)
Samarthak Vessel
News: The Indian Navy will commission Samarthak Vessel, the first of four Multi-Purpose Vessels being inducted into its fleet, at Naval Base Karwarat Naval Base Karwar. About Samarthak Vessel The Samarthak vessel is the first of four Multi-Purpose Vessels being inducted into Indian Navy. Developed by: It has been built by Larsen & Toubro under… Continue reading Samarthak Vessel
EXERCISE INDRA-2026
News: Indian Naval Ship Sahyadri arrived at Vladivostok, Russia to participate in Exercise INDRA 2026. About EXERCISE INDRA-2026 Exercise INDRA-2026 is a bilateral exercise between the Indian Navy and the Russian Federation Navy (RuFN). Aim: It aimed at enhancing mutual understanding, operational coordination and interoperability between the two navies. First edition: The first edition of… Continue reading EXERCISE INDRA-2026
Bekal Fort
News: HAL, NCF and ASI signed an MoA for undertaking heritage conservation and development works at three prominent heritage sites- Hampi in Karnataka, the Taj Mahal in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, and Bekal Fort in Kerala. About Bekal Fort Location: The Bekal Fort is located in Kasargod district, Kerala. It is the largest fort in Kerala.… Continue reading Bekal Fort
Yenisei River
News: The Yenisei River was mentioned in reports about rising bear attacks in Podtesovo, a settlement on its right bank. About Yenisei River The Yenisei river is one of the major Siberian rivers. Origin: It is formed by the confluence of the Great Yenisei and Little Yenisei rivers at Kyzyl in Russia. The Great Yenisei… Continue reading Yenisei River
Bharat Rice
News: The Indian Army launched ‘Bharat Rice’ on October 12, 2026, to improve ration quality and strengthen military logistics. About Bharat Rice The Indian Army launched the Bharat Rice initiative in New Delhi. Agencies involved: The Directorate General of Supplies and Transport is leading the initiative with support from the Food Corporation of India (FCI),… Continue reading Bharat Rice
Mount Mukut
News: An Indian Coast Guard mountaineering team successfully scaled Mount Mukut on October 7, 2026, as part of its preparation for the 2027 Mount Everest expedition. About Mount Mukut Mount Mukut is a prominent Himalayas mountain peak. It is also known as Mukut Parbat. Location: It is located in Uttarakhand, India. It lies in the… Continue reading Mount Mukut
Global Innovation Index 2026
News: The Global Innovation Index (GII) 2026 has been released by World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). About Global Innovation Index 2026 Global Innovation Index 2026 has been released by World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). 2026 Edition: This is the 19th edition of the GII. Coverage: It ranked the innovation performance of 139 economies, maps the… Continue reading Global Innovation Index 2026
