News: Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), the National Standards Body of India, organised the 35th Plenary and Working Groups meetings of the ISO TC 20 / SC 14 ‘Space Systems and Operations’ subcommittee of International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) at New Delhi. About International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) Introduction The International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) is… Continue reading International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO)
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Advanced Agni Missile with MIRV System
News: India successfully flight-tested an Advanced Agni missile with MIRV capability from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island, Odisha on 8 May 2026. About Advanced Agni Missile with MIRV System About Advanced Agni Missile The Advanced Agni missile is a strategic missile system equipped with MIRV technology and capable of carrying multiple payloads toward different targets.… Continue reading Advanced Agni Missile with MIRV System
SEHAT Mission
News: In a significant initiative to reinforce the convergence of agriculture, nutrition, and public health, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) jointly launched the SEHAT Mission. About SEHAT Mission Introduction SEHAT Stands for Science Excellence for Health Through Agricultural Transformation. It is a national mission-mode programme… Continue reading SEHAT Mission
Kimberley Process and India’s Role
News: India inaugurated the Kimberley Process (KP) Intersessional Meeting 2026 in Mumbai under its Chairmanship, bringing together global representatives from participating countries, industry bodies and civil society groups to discuss the future of responsible and sustainable diamond trade. About Kimberley Process The Kimberley Process is a tripartite international initiative involving governments, the global diamond industry, and civil society. Objective: To prevent the… Continue reading Kimberley Process and India’s Role
National Technology Day
News: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi extended greetings on National Technology Day and recalled the successful Pokhran nuclear tests of 1998. About National Technology Day National Technology Day: It is observed on May 11 every year to commemorate India’s technological achievements and honour scientists and innovators. Origin: The day marks the successful nuclear tests conducted… Continue reading National Technology Day
RBI revises capital adequacy norms for banks
News: The Reserve Bank of India has revised guidelines related to the inclusion of quarterly profits in banks’ core capital calculations, removing an earlier condition linked to provisioning for non-performing assets (NPAs). RBI Revises Capital Adequacy Norms for Banks The Reserve Bank of India has revised the Capital Adequacy Norms for Banks. Aim: This aimed… Continue reading RBI revises capital adequacy norms for banks
Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA)
News: India is chairing the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) and maritime security after the West Asia war remains a major agenda. About Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA): It is an inter-governmental organisation for regional cooperation in the Indian Ocean region. Origin: The vision of IORA originated during Nelson Mandela’s… Continue reading Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA)
National Panchayat Awards 2025
News: Recently, the government has announced the winners of the National Panchayat Awards 2025. About National Panchayat Awards 2025 The winners of the National Panchayat Awards 2025 have been announced, with 42 Panchayats from across the country being selected for the honours. Conferred by: It has been conferred by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj. Frequency:… Continue reading National Panchayat Awards 2025
Spiny-tailed Lizards
News: A recent study examined seasonal nutrient intake, dietary adaptations, and foraging behaviour of Spiny-tailed Lizards in the Thar Desert. About Spiny-tailed Lizards Introduction The Indian Spiny-tailed Lizard (Saara hardwickii) is a herbivorous, burrow-dwelling desert reptile adapted to harsh arid environments. It is locally known as sanda or sandho. Habitat The species inhabits arid and semi-arid sandy… Continue reading Spiny-tailed Lizards
Tristan da Cunha Island and Canary Islands
News: A hantavirus outbreak brought attention to Tristan da Cunha, where a suspected case emerged, and the Canary Islands, where the cruise ship was headed for passenger screening. About Tristan da Cunha Island and Canary Islands Tristan da Cunha Island is a group of islands located in the South Atlantic Ocean. They are situated between… Continue reading Tristan da Cunha Island and Canary Islands
