Scheme for Strengthening of Medical Device Industry (SMDI)

News: The Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers, has invited applications from eligible entities under the Scheme for Strengthening of Medical Device Industry (SMDI). About the Scheme for Strengthening of the Medical Device Industry (SMDI) About: It is a scheme to boost the medical device industry in India.  Launched by: It was launched by… Continue reading Scheme for Strengthening of Medical Device Industry (SMDI)

SUMAN Roadmap 2030

News: Union Health and Family Welfare Minister will unveil the SUMAN Roadmap 2030 and the Operational Guidelines on National Ambulance Services (NAS), 2026  during the 16th Conference of the Central Council of Health and Family Welfare (CCHFW). About SUMAN Roadmap 2030 The SUMAN Roadmap 2030 is a comprehensive national strategy to accelerate progress toward the… Continue reading SUMAN Roadmap 2030

Muzhiyan Kulam

News: Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated the restored Muzhiyan Kulam at Pooranankuppam in Puducherry. About Muzhiyan Kulam Location: The Muzhiyan Kulam is located near Thavalakuppam at Pooranankuppam in Puducherry. It is also known as Naangu Mozhi Kulam. Historical significance: It is a more-than-400-year-old historic pond and is believed to date back to… Continue reading Muzhiyan Kulam

UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Index 2026

News: India achieved its highest-ever rank of 94th in the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Index 2026, improving from 99th in 2025. About UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Index 2026 The SDG Index 2026 is an annual assessment that measures countries’ progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. Publisher: It was released by the UN Sustainable… Continue reading UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Index 2026

New GI Tag Crops of Madhya Pradesh

News: Four traditional crops of Madhya Pradesh have received the Geographical Indication (GI) Tag, providing legal recognition to their authenticity, quality, and traditional agricultural heritage. About New GI Tag Crops of Madhya Pradesh Four traditional crops of Madhya Pradesh have received the Geographical Indication (GI) Tag. They are Sitahi Kutki (Sitahi Minor Millet), Nagdaman Kutki (Nagdaman… Continue reading New GI Tag Crops of Madhya Pradesh

Strawberry Moon, Blue Moon & Micromoon

News: June’s full moon, known as the Strawberry Moon, has drawn attention to the Strawberry Moon, Blue Moon, and Micromoon. About Strawberry Moon Meaning: The Strawberry Moon is the traditional name given to the full moon that occurs in June. Naming: Its name comes from Native American Algonquian tribes, who used it to track the ripening and… Continue reading Strawberry Moon, Blue Moon & Micromoon

Operation Amistad

News: India was among the first countries to respond to the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela, launching Operation Amistad to deliver critical medical and humanitarian assistance to the affected areas. About Operation Amistad About: It is a Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) mission in response to the devastating earthquake in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela… Continue reading Operation Amistad

Green Ammonia and Green Urea

News: The Centre has taken a significant step towards promoting sustainable agriculture and reducing carbon emissions by unveiling a roadmap to establish Green Urea production in India, backed by a large-scale procurement of Green Ammonia under the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM).  About Green Ammonia Green ammonia is ammonia (NH₃) produced using renewable electricity, green… Continue reading Green Ammonia and Green Urea

Anemia Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan

News: In a landmark step towards accelerating India’s efforts to combat anemia, Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare released Anemia Mukt Bharat (AMB) Abhiyaan – Operational Guidelines. About Anemia Mukt Bharat (AMB) Abhiyaan Aspects Details About It is a flagship health initiative of the Government aimed at eliminating anemia from the country. Launched by… Continue reading Anemia Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan

SARAS Aajeevika

News: SARAS Aajeevika under DAY-NRLM, is showcasing the spirit of women-led rural entrepreneurship at the Rashtriya Gramin Vikas Sammelan 2026. About SARAS Aajeevika Initiative by: SARAS Aajeevika is an initiative under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) of the Ministry of Rural Development. Mission: Its mission is to curate authentic handcrafted… Continue reading SARAS Aajeevika

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