News: DRDO has signed its first high-value deep-tech TDF agreement with Zero mK India to develop an indigenous 20 mK dilution refrigerator. About Dilution Refrigerator Dilution refrigerators are specialised cryogenic systems. It capable of achieving extremely low temperatures in the millikelvin range, from just above absolute zero up to 1 kelvin(K) Working Mechanism: Helium mixture:… Continue reading Dilution Refrigerators
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SWIFT Payment System and its Alternatives
News: The BRICS Summit discussed increasing trade and payments in national currencies amid efforts to develop alternatives to the SWIFT system. About SWIFT Payment System ‘SWIFT’ stands for the ‘Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication’. It is a messaging network used by banks and financial institutions to exchange information on financial transactions. It does not… Continue reading SWIFT Payment System and its Alternatives
Chundan Vallam, Nettoor Petti, Bhairavan Theyyam Ritual Art Sculpture
News: The PM Mementos e-Auction 2026 includes 32 mementos from Keralam, highlighting its art, craftsmanship, performing traditions and cultural heritage. About Chundan Vallam Chundan Vallam is a historic war boat of Kerala, also known as the traditional snake boat. It is famously associated with Vallamkali, the traditional boat races held during the Onam festival. Cultural… Continue reading Chundan Vallam, Nettoor Petti, Bhairavan Theyyam Ritual Art Sculpture
Nidhi Companies
News: The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has issued an advisory cautioning the public about Nidhi Companies and their functioning. About Nidhi Companies Nidhi Companies are Non-Banking Financial Companies created to promote saving and thrift among their members. They are exempted from the core provisions of the RBI Act. They are classified as “Mutual Benefit Financial… Continue reading Nidhi Companies
DURGA scheme
News: The Delhi Cabinet recently approved the Driving Upliftment and Rozgar for Women/Transgender Green e-Auto (DURGA) scheme to provide safe and dignified self-employment. About DURGA scheme DURGA (Driving Upliftment and Rozgar for Women/Transgender Green e-Auto) Scheme aims to provide safe, clean and dignified employment opportunities to women and transgender persons. Launched by: It is an… Continue reading DURGA scheme
OneSCD
News: India co-hosted the launch of OneSCD on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 81) in New York. About OneSCD OneSCD is a Global Partnership to advance equity and transform Sickle Cell Care. It is a multistakeholder and multisectoral global partnership established to coordinate existing efforts and support… Continue reading OneSCD
Drought Declaration in India
News: Calls to declare drought are rising in Maharashtra as rain deficit and water scarcity affect agriculture and crop prospects. About Drought Declaration in India Drought is generally considered as a deficiency in rainfall over a period, causing water shortage and adverse impacts on vegetation, animals or people. Governing Framework: Disaster Management Act, 2005: It… Continue reading Drought Declaration in India
Satellite Smart Anti-Airfield Weapons (SAT-SAAW)
News: The Ministry of Defence signed a ₹810.79 crore contract with Bharat Dynamics Limited for 160 SAT-SAAW for the Indian Air Force. About Satellite Smart Anti-Airfield Weapons (SAT-SAAW) SAT-SAAW is an air-to-ground precision-guided glide bomb. It is designed to neutralise enemy airfields from a long stand-off range. Developed by: The system was indigenously designed and… Continue reading Satellite Smart Anti-Airfield Weapons (SAT-SAAW)
India’s First eVTOL Aircraft – e200X
News: The Technology Development Board approved ₹285 crore support to Ubifly Technologies for advancing its indigenous advanced air mobility solution. About India’s first eVTOL aircraft – e200X Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft are battery-powered aircraft that can take off and land vertically before transitioning to forward flight. The e200X is a specific eVTOL… Continue reading India’s First eVTOL Aircraft – e200X
Metropolitan Stock Exchange of India Limited (MSE)
News: The shares of National Stock Exchange (NSE) will also trade on the Metropolitan Stock Exchange (MSE). About Metropolitan Stock Exchange of India Limited (MSE) The Metropolitan Stock Exchange of India Limited (MSE) is a national stock exchange that provides a technology-driven electronic trading platform across multiple financial segments, including equities, equity derivatives, currency derivatives,… Continue reading Metropolitan Stock Exchange of India Limited (MSE)
