News: The Centre launched the ₹189.79-crore Mizoram Ginger Mission to promote GI-certified pharma-grade ginger through processing, branding and exports. About Ginger Ginger is an herbaceous perennial plant belonging to the Zingiberaceae family, which also includes turmeric and cardamom. Economic Part: The rhizome of ginger is the main economic part. Key Components: Gingerol: It is the… Continue reading Ginger
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Advance Authorisation Scheme
News: Recently, the government has imposed a limit of 100 kg on gold imports under the Advance Authorisation Scheme. About Advance Authorisation Scheme The Advance Authorisation Scheme allows duty-free import of inputs, which are physically incorporated in an export product. In addition to any inputs, packaging material, fuel, oil, and catalyst that are consumed/utilized in… Continue reading Advance Authorisation Scheme
Withholding Tax
News: India’s foreign exchange reserves have fallen by nearly $38 billion since March due to capital outflows linked to the West Asia conflict. To attract overseas investments, the government is reportedly considering reducing the withholding tax rate from 20% to 5%. About Withholding Tax Withholding tax is paid by foreign investors on the interest they… Continue reading Withholding Tax
Neanderthals
News: A new study suggests Neanderthals performed a sophisticated dental procedure around 59,000 years ago using stone tools. About Neanderthals Neanderthals were extinct relatives of modern humans who lived across Europe and parts of Asia. Species: The scientific name of Neanderthals was Homo neanderthalensis. Naming: The name Neanderthal came from the Neander Valley in Germany,… Continue reading Neanderthals
Psyche Probe
News: Psyche Mission spacecraft is set to make a close flyby of Mars to gain a gravity-assisted speed boost that will help guide it toward the metallic asteroid 16 Psyche. About Psyche Probe The Psyche probe is a spacecraft launched in October 2023. Launched by: It was launched by NASA. Destination: It is expected to reach… Continue reading Psyche Probe
Pride of Hills: Special Development Assistance for Hill States Scheme
News: The Centre allocated ₹4,900 crore to Arunachal Pradesh under the newly launched “Pride of Hills” initiative for 2026-27. About Pride of Hills: Special Development Assistance for Hill States” Scheme “Pride of Hills: Special Development Assistance for Hill States” is a special initiative launched under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) framework… Continue reading Pride of Hills: Special Development Assistance for Hill States Scheme
Peacock Tarantula
News: A conservation survey of the critically endangered Peacock Tarantula has been launched in the Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve. About Peacock Tarantula The Peacock Tarantula (Poecilotheria metallica) is a rare arboreal spider famous for its metallic blue colour and ornamental patterns. Taxonomy: The species belongs to the Theraphosidae family and is classified as a tarantula species… Continue reading Peacock Tarantula
Common Criteria Development Board (CCDB)
News: India was nominated to serve as the Chair of the Common Criteria Development Board from April 2026 to April 2028. About Common Criteria Development Board (CCDB) The Common Criteria Development Board is the technical body that manages international standards for IT security evaluation under the Common Criteria framework. Operates under: The CCDB operates under… Continue reading Common Criteria Development Board (CCDB)
Agalega Islands
News: Agalega Island is becoming a key part of India’s strategy to strengthen its naval presence and monitor important trade routes in the Indian Ocean. About Agalega Islands The Agalega Islands are two islands situated in the Indian Ocean. It is surrounded by the Seychelles to the north, the Maldives, the US base Diego Garcia… Continue reading Agalega Islands
IP Catalyst and Digital Platform
News: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has launched the IP Catalyst initiative and its accompanying digital platform. About IP Catalyst and Digital Platform Launched by: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has launched the IP Catalyst initiative and a digital platform to accelerate intellectual property commercialization and strengthen India’s innovation… Continue reading IP Catalyst and Digital Platform
