News: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras and Ministry of Agriculture and Farmer’s Welfare are collaborating on Project VISTAAR (Virtually Integrated System to Access Agricultural Resources) About Project VISTAAR It aims to transform agricultural extension service by making information easily accessible to farmers from start-ups in agriculture and allied sectors. The digitalisation of… Continue reading Project VISTAAR
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Ramesh Chand Panel
News: The government recently formed an 18-member panel, led by NITI Aayog’s Ramesh Chand, to revise the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) base year and plan a shift to the Producer Price Index (PPI). Ramesh Chand Panel About Ramesh Chand Panel The panel was set up to update the base year of the Wholesale Price Index… Continue reading Ramesh Chand Panel
Sree Narayana Guru
News: The remarks of Kerala Chief Minister, at the inaugural session of the 92nd Sivagiri pilgrimage, on Sree Narayana Guru have set off a controversy. About Sree Narayana Guru He was a saint, philosopher, social reformer who advocated social equality and spiritual enlightenment. He was born in Chempazhanthy, a village near Thiruvananthapuram, in the Ezhava… Continue reading Sree Narayana Guru
Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary
News: A four-day faunal survey, organised by the Travancore Nature History Society in collaboration with the Forest department, conducted at the Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary has added to its biodiversity. About Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary Location: It is a protected area nestled in the southern part of the Western Ghats in the Kollam district of Kerala. … Continue reading Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary
Working of in-flight Internet
News: Air India has announced the rollout of Wi-fi Internet connectivity services on selected domestic and international flights. Technologies used to provide in-flight internet It operates primarily on two kinds of technology: Ground based cellular towers- An antenna, placed around the plane’s belly, picks up signals from the nearest tower on ground to… Continue reading Working of in-flight Internet
Torrijos-Carter Treaties
News: Donald Trump has called the transfer of Panama Canal to Panama as foolish. This has brought Torrijos-Carter Treaties in the news. About Torrijos-Carter Treaties They are two treaties which were signed by the United States and Panama in 1977. Panama Canal Treaty: It provided for joint US-Panama control until December 31, 1999, after which… Continue reading Torrijos-Carter Treaties
Sultanpur National Park
News: The management of Sultanpur National Park aims to develop two water bodies to attract the migratory flamingoes, who have been populating the nearby Najafgarh wetland. About Sultanpur National Park It is a popular bird sanctuary located in the Gurugram district of Haryana. The park is a paradise for bird watchers, hosting both the migratory… Continue reading Sultanpur National Park
Tobacco Board of India
News: The Tobacco Board of India has claimed that Flue Cured Virginia (FCV) tobacco farmers’ earnings have more than doubled from Rs. 124 per kg (2019-20) to Rs. 279.54 (2023-24). About Tobacco Board of India It is a statutory body established by the Tobacco Board Act, 1975 for the overall development of the tobacco industry. Functions: Monitors… Continue reading Tobacco Board of India
Nitrate Contamination of Groundwater
News: A report by the Central Groundwater Board (CGWB) has found excessive nitrates in groundwater in 440 districts (as of 2023). Key findings of the report About 56% of India’s districts suffer from the problem of excessive nitrates in the groundwater. The study defines excessive nitrates in groundwater as more than 45mg per litre. Out… Continue reading Nitrate Contamination of Groundwater
Financial Stability Report
News: The Financial Stability Report, December 2024 has highlighted that Indian economy, and financial system remains robust amid global vulnerabilities. Financial Stability Report Key findings of the Financial Stability Report Prospects of Economic Growth: The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is expected to grow at 6.6% in FY25 (2024-25), given the revival in rural consumption, increased… Continue reading Financial Stability Report
