Describing digital arrest scams as one of the biggest financial frauds threatening the country’s economy, the Supreme Court has proposed directions requiring banks to compensate victims and face prosecution if their failure to exercise due diligence is found to have facilitated such frauds. Digital arrest fraud is a new form of cybercrime in India. As… Continue reading Digital Arrest Fraud – Meaning, Causes & Initiatives – Explained Pointwise
Rani Abbakka Chowta
News: Rani Abbakka Chowta is remembered for her resistance against the Portuguese and efforts to honour her contributions. About Rani Abbakka Chowta Rani Abbakka Chowta was a courageous queen of Ullal in the 16th century. Dynasty: She belonged to the Chowta dynasty, which followed the Tuluvu community’s traditions. Region: She ruled Ullal, a prosperous port… Continue reading Rani Abbakka Chowta
National Social Security Board for Unorganised Workers and Gig & Platform Workers
News: The Ministry of Labour and Employment has notified the official constitution of the National Social Security Board for unorganised, gig and platform workers. About National Social Security Board for Unorganised Workers and Gig & Platform Workers The National Social Security Board aims to support social security for unorganized workers, gig workers and platform workers… Continue reading National Social Security Board for Unorganised Workers and Gig & Platform Workers
Sankosh River
News: A glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) in Bhutan raised flood concerns along the Sankosh River, leading to evacuations in parts of northern West Bengal. About Sankosh River The Sankosh River is a major north-bank tributary of the Brahmaputra River that flows through Bhutan and India. Origin: The river originates in the snow-clad Greater Himalayan… Continue reading Sankosh River
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Snow Trout (Schizothorax richardsonii)
News: Scientists from Kumaun University launched a captive-breeding programme to revive the snow trout (Schizothorax richardsonii) in Naini Lake, Uttarakhand, in April 2026. However, the death of more than half of the released fingerlings has raised concerns about water pollution, rising temperatures and habitat degradation. About Snow Trout (Schizothorax richardsonii) The Snow Trout is a… Continue reading Snow Trout (Schizothorax richardsonii)
Orange Oakleaf (Kallima inachus)
News: Chhattisgarh is set to get its first official state butterfly, with the Orange Oakleaf (Kallima inachus) emerging as the winner of a public online poll. About Orange Oakleaf (Kallima inachus) The Kallima inachus is a nymphalid butterfly. It is also known as the orange oakleaf, Indian oakleaf or dead leaf. Scientific name: Its scientific… Continue reading Orange Oakleaf (Kallima inachus)
Exercise IN-RoKN 2026
News: INS Sahyadri arrived at Busan, South Korea, on 26 October 2026 for the Exercise IN-RoKN. About Exercise IN-RoKN 2026 Exercise IN-RoKN is a bilateral exercise between India and Republic of Korea Navy. 2026 edition: It is the second edition of the Bilateral Exercise. It is being held at Busan, South Korea. It is being hosted… Continue reading Exercise IN-RoKN 2026
Punah Bharan Mobile Application
News: The Union Minister of Jal Shakti has launched the Punah Bharan Mobile Application to support scientific groundwater recharge planning. About Punah Bharan Mobile Application The Punah Bharan mobile application is a GIS-driven tool to support scientific groundwater recharge planning using geospatial technology. Launched by: It has been launched by the Ministry of Jal Shakti.… Continue reading Punah Bharan Mobile Application
Container Manufacturing Promotion Scheme (CMPS)
News: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the Container Manufacturing Promotion Scheme with a budgetary outlay of ₹10,000 crore. About Container Manufacturing Promotion Scheme (CMPS) The Container Manufacturing Promotion Scheme (CMPS) was announced in the Union Budget 2026–27. Aim: It aims to establish a globally competitive container manufacturing ecosystem in… Continue reading Container Manufacturing Promotion Scheme (CMPS)
