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India seeks alternative to coking coal imports
News India and Russia had last year signed a memorandum of understanding for a strategic partnership in mining and steel, with a special focus on coking coal. The conflict in Ukraine can affect implementation of this pact and also India’s coking coal imports from Russia. Because the developed world is exploring the option of further… Continue reading India seeks alternative to coking coal imports
Ministry of Culture organized the first event of the series Dhara – an Ode to Indian Knowledge System
What is the News? The Ministry of Culture has announced ‘DHARA, an Ode to Indian Knowledge System’ as a part of the Science Week Vigyan Sarvatra Pujyate. What is the purpose of DHARA? DHARA comprises a series of lecture demonstrations by eminent scholars across the world to revisit our history and celebrate the achievements of… Continue reading Ministry of Culture organized the first event of the series Dhara – an Ode to Indian Knowledge System
Union Minister for Culture inaugurates one of its kind conference on Indian temple architecture ‘Devayatanam’
What is the News? The Union Minister for Culture inaugurated one of its kind conference on Indian temple architecture, ‘Devayatanam’. What is Devayatanam? Organized by: Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) of Ministry of Culture. Purpose: It is a conference on the journey of Indian Temple Architecture. Aim: – To deliberate upon the philosophical, religious, social,… Continue reading Union Minister for Culture inaugurates one of its kind conference on Indian temple architecture ‘Devayatanam’
Most carbon capture & utilization technologies may be counterproductive: Study
What is the News? According to a study, most Carbon Capture and Utilization(CCU) technologies that suck carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere and convert it into fuel or other valuable products, might fail to help the world reach Net Zero emissions by 2050. What are Carbon Capture and Utilization(CCU) technologies? CCU technologies either capture carbon… Continue reading Most carbon capture & utilization technologies may be counterproductive: Study
A glimpse of the golden period of Nathdwara Painting
What is the News? A new book features 60 miniature works from the Nathdwara Painting. What is Nathdwara Painting? Nathdwara Painting refers to a painting tradition and school of artists that emerged in Nathdwara, a town in Rajasthan. Nathdwara school is a subset of the Mewar school of painting and is seen as an important… Continue reading A glimpse of the golden period of Nathdwara Painting
Ministry of Education launches Bhasha Certificate Selfie campaign
What is the News? The Ministry of Education has launched a campaign ‘Bhasha Certificate Selfie’ to encourage cultural diversity and promote multilingualism and foster the spirit of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat. What is Bhasha Certificate Selfie Initiative? Aim: To promote Bhasha mobile app by encouraging people to upload their selfies with the certificate from their… Continue reading Ministry of Education launches Bhasha Certificate Selfie campaign
Japanese Ground Self Defence Forces Contingent Arrives in India For Joint Exercise “EX Dharma Guardian-2022”
Source: This post is based on the article “Japanese Ground Self Defence Forces Contingent Arrives in India For Joint Exercise “EX Dharma Guardian-2022”” published in PIB on 25th February 2022. What is the News? Japanese Ground Self Defence Forces have arrived in India For Joint Exercise “EX Dharma Guardian-2022”. The exercise will be conducted at… Continue reading Japanese Ground Self Defence Forces Contingent Arrives in India For Joint Exercise “EX Dharma Guardian-2022”
Explained: Who gets VIP security cover, and how?
What is the News? Dera Sacha Sauda chief has been provided Z plus category security by the Haryana government. This decision has generated considerable interest as the person was serving a 20-year sentence and was released on furlough. What is VIP Security? The protection given to someone who holds a position of consequence either in… Continue reading Explained: Who gets VIP security cover, and how?
Govt has approved continuation of the Immigration Visa Foreigners Registration Tracking (IVFRT) Scheme till 2026
What is the News? The government has approved the continuation of the Immigration Visa Foreigners Registration Tracking (IVFRT) Scheme till 2026. What is Immigration Visa Foreigners Registration Tracking(IVFRT) Scheme? Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Home Affairs Aim: – To modernize and upgrade Immigration and Visa services. – To provide a secure and integrated service delivery framework… Continue reading Govt has approved continuation of the Immigration Visa Foreigners Registration Tracking (IVFRT) Scheme till 2026
