News: The Defence Ministry has notified the sixth Positive Indigenisation List, comprising 405 strategically important items. About Positive Indigenisation List (PIL) Positive Indigenisation List (PIL) is a list of defence items that, after a specified deadline, must be procured from domestic sources instead of being imported. Notified by: The Ministry of Defence (MoD) notifies the Positive… Continue reading Positive Indigenisation List (PIL)
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Maveeran Ondiveeran
News: Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan paid tribute to Maveeran Ondiveeran on his death anniversary and recalled his valour and sacrifice against colonial rule. About Maveeran Ondiveeran Maveeran Ondiveeran, also known as Ondi Veeran, was a warrior from Tamil Nadu who fought against the British East India Company. Naming: The word “Ondi” means single-handedly, while… Continue reading Maveeran Ondiveeran
Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PMJVM)
News: The government is strengthening the forest-based tribal economy through PMJVM by promoting value addition and market access. About Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PMJVM) Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PMJVM) promotes tribal livelihoods by supporting the processing, value addition and marketing of Minor Forest Produce (MFP) and other tribal products. Origin: It was launched in… Continue reading Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PMJVM)
Zonal Councils
News: The 31st meeting of the Southern Zonal Council commenced at Kovalam near Chennai with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in the chair. About Zonal Councils Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru introduced the concept of zonal councils in 1956 during the debate on the States Reorganisation Commission report. It was introduced as a mechanism to promote… Continue reading Zonal Councils
RK-251
News: Scientists in India have developed RK-251, a smart cancer drug that activates mainly inside cancer cells and may reduce harm to healthy cells. About RK-251 RK-251 is a smart cancer drug designed to remain relatively inactive in normal tissues and activate in cancer cells. Developed by: It was developed through collaborative research led by Dr.… Continue reading RK-251
Apong
News: In recent years, Apong has been transformed into a premium bottled drink called Ti:Po. About Apong Apong is a fermented rice-based alcoholic beverage is popular among the Mishing tribe in Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. It is popular in Assam as sai mod (ash liquor). Varieties: The Mishings prepare two types of rice-based alcoholic beverages… Continue reading Apong
Miyar Valley
News: Flash floods in the Karpat Nallah in Miyar Valley and the Gawadi Nallah in the Chowkhang Naingar area of tribal Lahaul-Spiti district have disrupted road connectivity. About Miyar Valley Location: It is located in Lahaul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh, in the western Himalayas. It is also called the land of perpetual snows… Continue reading Miyar Valley
Key Facts about Central African Republic (CAR)
News: A gold mine collapse in western Central African Republic has killed more than 100 people. Key Facts about Central African Republic (CAR) Central African Republic (CAR) is landlocked nation located in Central Africa. It is bordered by six countries: Cameroon, Congo, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, South Sudan, Sudan, and Chad. Capital: It’s capital… Continue reading Key Facts about Central African Republic (CAR)
Subroto Cup International Football Tournament 2026
News: Subroto Cup International Football Tournament 2026 commenced at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Stadium in New Delhi. About Subroto Cup International Football Tournament It is a prestigious inter-school football tournament. Conducted by: It is conducted by the Air Force Sports Control Board. Frequency of conduct: It is held annually in New Delhi. Named after: It is… Continue reading Subroto Cup International Football Tournament 2026
Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Domestic PNG Connections
News: The government has approved an incentive scheme to accelerate domestic Piped Natural Gas (PNG) connections across the country. About Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Domestic PNG Connections Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Domestic PNG Connections is an incentive programme for City Gas Distribution (CGD) companies to expand household Piped Natural Gas (PNG) connections. Nodal… Continue reading Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Domestic PNG Connections
