News: External Affairs Minister hosted a FIPIC Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in New York on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly. About Forum for India-Pacific Island Cooperation (FIPIC) About FIPIC The Forum for India–Pacific Islands Cooperation (FIPIC) is a multilateral platform and a strategic initiative by India. Established Established in 2014 during Prime… Continue reading Forum for India-Pacific Island Cooperation (FIPIC)
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Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme (SBFAS)
News: The Union Cabinet approved a ₹69,725 crore package to revitalise shipbuilding and maritime infrastructure, extending SBFAS and launching complementary funds and schemes for capacity, finance, and technology. About Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme (SBFAS) About SBFAS The SBFAS is part of the comprehensive package to strengthen India’s maritime ecosystem. It provides direct financial assistance to… Continue reading Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme (SBFAS)
DRAVYA Portal
News: The Dravya Portal (Digitized Retrieval Application for Versatile Yardstick of AYUSH Substances) is launched by the Ministry of AYUSH to catalogue comprehensive data on Ayurvedic medicinal substances and products. About DRAVYA Portal It is the largest collection of data on Ayurvedic Ingredients and Products made easily available to everyone. It is an ever growing, ever… Continue reading DRAVYA Portal
SAHAJ Programme
News: Department of Social Justice & Empowerment has launched 2 flagship initiatives under SAHAJ Program to advance senior citizens’ well-being. About SAHAJ Programme SAHAJ is an initiative by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment (MoSJE). It aims to make ageing more dignified, inclusive, and to make elders seen as contributors, not just beneficiaries. It… Continue reading SAHAJ Programme
Tamil Nadu Coastal Restoration Mission (TN-SHORE)
News: The Tamil Nadu Government has launched the Tamil Nadu Sustainably Harnessing Ocean Resources and Blue Economy (TN-SHORE) initiative, also known as the Tamil Nadu Coastal Restoration Mission, with a total investment of ₹1,675 crore over the next five years. About Tamil Nadu Coastal Restoration Mission (TN-SHORE) The Tamil Nadu Government has signed MoUs with… Continue reading Tamil Nadu Coastal Restoration Mission (TN-SHORE)
Barren Island
News: Recently, active volcano on Barren Island has erupted not once, but twice within a week. About Barren Island Location: It is located in the Andaman Sea, approximately 138 kilometres northeast of Sri Vijaya Puram. Status: It is uninhabited island characterized by rugged volcanic cones, ash deposits, and sparse vegetation. It is India’s only active volcano… Continue reading Barren Island
Vishwamitri River
News: Vishwamitri River has rich biodiversity, which includes sightings of various species such as porcupines, crocodiles, and storks. About Vishwamitri River Location: The Vishwamitri River is a small, non-perennial river stretching approximately 200 km in length, located in Gujarat, India. Origin: The river originates from the western and southern slopes of the Pavagadh hills in… Continue reading Vishwamitri River
Tirah Valley
News: Many people died, and several houses were destroyed in an explosion that occurred recently in the Tirah Valley of Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. About Tirah Valley Location: Tirah Valley is a mountainous tract in west-central Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Pakistan. It is positioned between Khyber Pass and Khanki Valley. Expanse: It covers about 600–700 square miles… Continue reading Tirah Valley
World Food India 2025
News: The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) hosted the fourth edition of World Food India (WFI) 2025 from 25th to 28th September 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. About World Food India 2025 World Food India (WFI) is a gateway to the Indian food economy and an opportunity to showcase, connect, and collaborate. Organized by: Ministry of… Continue reading World Food India 2025
Siyom River
News: Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stones for projects, including two hydropower plants in the Shi Yomi district along the border with China. About Siyom River Location: It flows through Arunachal Pradesh. Origin: It originates in the Himalayan ranges near the India–China border and passes through the West Siang district. Tributary: The… Continue reading Siyom River
