News: Mahua plays a pivotal role in the life of tribal communities from birth to death. About Mahua Tree (Madhuca longifolia) It is a multipurpose tropical tree mainly cultivated or harvested in the wild for its edible flowers and oil seeds. It is commonly known as mahuwa or madhuka, Butter Tree, Mahua and Mahwa. Family:… Continue reading Mahua Tree (Madhuca longifolia) and Gond Tribe
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Urban Challenge Fund and Credit Repayment Guarantee Sub-Scheme (CRGSS)
News: Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal launched Operational Guidelines for Urban Challenge Fund and Credit Repayment Guarantee Sub-Scheme in New Delhi. About Operational Guidelines for Urban Challenge Fund (UCF) It is a market-linked, reform-driven, and outcome-oriented catalytic instrument for urban infrastructure financing. Duration: It will be implemented from FY 2025–26 to FY 2030–31. Nodal Ministry:… Continue reading Urban Challenge Fund and Credit Repayment Guarantee Sub-Scheme (CRGSS)
Hubble Tension
News: Recent observations measured the Universe’s expansion rate at about 73.5 km/s per megaparsec, further intensifying the long-standing Hubble tension debate. About Hubble Tension The Hubble tension refers to the disagreement between the Universe’s expansion rate measured in the nearby Universe and that predicted from the early Universe. Conflict: The major issue is a significant… Continue reading Hubble Tension
POWERR Asia Initiative
News: Japan pledged $10 billion support to Southeast Asia to address rising crude prices and supply disruptions caused by the war in West Asia. About POWERR Asia Initiative Full Name: Partnership On Wide Energy and Resources Resilience (POWERR Asia) Launched by: It was launched by Japan. Aim: It aims to provide financial support for emergency… Continue reading POWERR Asia Initiative
Narmada River
News: A viral video of thousands of litres of milk poured into the Narmada River during a ritual has sparked outrage, renewing debate on faith, environment, and resource use. About Narmada River The Narmada is the fifth largest west-flowing river of peninsular India. It is also known by other names such as Rewa, Amarja, Mekalkanya,… Continue reading Narmada River
Two-Tier UNSC Reform and G4 Proposal on UNSC Reforms
News: India has firmly opposed the creation of a “two-tier” system of permanent membership in a reformed UNSC and express support for a compromise proposal by the G4 group. About Two-Tier UNSC Reform and G4 Proposal on UNSC Reforms About Two-Tier UNSC Reform The United Nations recently proposed a two-tier permanent membership level in the… Continue reading Two-Tier UNSC Reform and G4 Proposal on UNSC Reforms
Tibetan Antelope (Pantholops hodgsonii)
News: In a landmark ruling for wildlife law enforcement in India, a New Delhi court has convicted a Jaipur art gallery owner for attempting to illegally export Shahtoosh shawls made from the hair of the Tibetan Antelope. About Tibetan Antelope The Tibetan antelope, also known as ‘chiru’, is a small, unique species related to goats… Continue reading Tibetan Antelope (Pantholops hodgsonii)
Right to Vote in India
News : The Supreme Court highlighted the constitutional and sentimental value of voting while hearing appeals of lakhs of excluded voters in West Bengal. About Right to Vote in India The right to vote in India is a statutory right created and regulated by law, not a fundamental right. Constitutional and Legal Provisions on Voting:… Continue reading Right to Vote in India
Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0
News: The government has notified Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0 with ₹10,000 crore corpus to mobilise capital and strengthen the startup ecosystem. About Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0 It is a government-backed fund with ₹10,000 crore corpus to mobilize venture and growth capital for startups. Ministry: It is under the Ministry of Commerce… Continue reading Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0
Raimona National Park
News: A new gecko species Cyrtodactylus raimonaensis was discovered near Raimona National Park, highlighting its rich biodiversity and research potential. About Raimona National Park Raimona National Park is a critical conservation area and part of the Eastern Himalayan foothills biodiversity hotspot. Location: The park is located in the Gossaigaon subdivision of Kokrajhar district in the… Continue reading Raimona National Park
