News– The Government of India has officially classified coking coal as a Critical and Strategic Mineral under the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957 (MMDR Act). Rationale behind the decision The notification is based on the recommendations of the High-Level Committee on Implementation of Viksit Bharat Goals (HLC-VB) and policy inputs provided by… Continue reading Coking Coal as a Critical & Strategic Mineral
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Arab League
News: External Affairs Minister (EAM) met Secretary General of the League of Arab States to discuss strengthening cooperation between India and the Arab League across a wide range of sectors. About Arab League Aspects Description About The Arab League is also known as the League of Arab States (LAS). It is a regional organization comprising Arab states… Continue reading Arab League
PAIMANA Portal
News: The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation has operationalized the PAIMANA portal to monitor central sector infrastructure projects and replace OCMS-2006. About PAIMANA Portal PAIMANA (Project Assessment, Infrastructure Monitoring & Analytics for Nation-building) is a web-based portal created for mandated monitoring of Central Sector Infrastructure Projects worth ₹150 crore and above. Operationalized by: The… Continue reading PAIMANA Portal
Menstrual Hygiene as a Fundamental Right
News: The Supreme Court delivered a landmark judgment while hearing a case on nationwide implementation of the Centre’s menstrual hygiene policy for school-going girls. About Menstrual Hygiene as a Fundamental Right The Supreme Court held that the right to menstrual hygiene and access to related products is part of the right to life under Article… Continue reading Menstrual Hygiene as a Fundamental Right
World Nuclear Outlook Report 2025-26
News: The World Nuclear Association released the World Nuclear Outlook Report highlighting the possibility of global nuclear power capacity reaching 1,446 GWe by 2050. About World Nuclear Outlook Report 2025-26 It assesses future global nuclear power capacity based on existing reactors, planned projects, and government targets. Published by: It is published by World Nuclear Association.… Continue reading World Nuclear Outlook Report 2025-26
Sampoornata Abhiyan 2.0
News: Recently, NITI Aayog has launched Sampoornata Abhiyan 2.0, a 3-month national campaign to saturate key health, nutrition, education and sanitation indicators in Aspirational Districts and Blocks. About Sampoornata Abhiyan 2.0 Launched by: NITI Aayog on 28 January 2026. NITI Aayog will work in collaboration with the relevant Central Ministries and Departments, as well as… Continue reading Sampoornata Abhiyan 2.0
Stem Cell Therapy for Autism
News: Recently, Supreme court gave judgement that the Stem cell therapy cannot be offered as a clinical service for autism. About Stem Cell Therapy for Autism Stem cell therapy is also referred to as regenerative medicine. It encourages the healing process of damaged, malfunctioning, or wounded tissue by utilizing stem cells or their derivatives. Note:… Continue reading Stem Cell Therapy for Autism
News Ramsar Sites – Patna Bird Sanctuary In Uttar Pradesh And Chhari-Dhand In Gujarat
News: Recently, Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change announced the addition of two new wetlands to India’s Ramsar network. About Patna Bird Sanctuary Location: It is the smallest bird sanctuary located in Etah district of Uttar Pradesh. Founded in: 1991 Size: It is the smallest bird sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh, with a wetland area… Continue reading News Ramsar Sites – Patna Bird Sanctuary In Uttar Pradesh And Chhari-Dhand In Gujarat
Hoverflies
News: Concern is growing over declining pollinator populations worldwide, bringing attention to the ecological importance of non-bee pollinators such as hoverflies. About Hoverflies Hoverflies are a diverse group and not a single insect type. They belong to the Syrphidae family of Diptera, which includes more than 6,000 species across 377 genera worldwide. Different hoverfly species… Continue reading Hoverflies
Euratom
News: The European Union (EU) and India have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation on the peaceful use of nuclear energy under the India–Euratom agreement. About Euratom The European Atomic Energy Community (EAEC or EURATOM) is an international organisation created by Treaty of Rome signed on 25 March 1957. Entered into force: 1st January 1958 Objective:… Continue reading Euratom
