News: The West Asia crisis increased LPG prices and import dependence, highlighting the need for indigenous alternatives like DME technology developed by CSIR-NCL. About Dimethyl Ether (DME) Technology Dimethyl Ether (DME) is a synthetically produced, clean-burning alternative fuel that can replace both diesel and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG). In India, Dimethyl Ether (DME) is a… Continue reading Dimethyl Ether (DME) Technology
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UNIGME Report 2025
News: The UNIGME Report 2025 was recently released, highlighting global and India-specific progress in reducing child mortality rates. About UNIGME Report 2025 It is a global report that tracks levels and trends in child mortality. Released by: It is released by the United Nations Inter-agency Group for Child Mortality Estimation (UN IGME), led by UNICEF,… Continue reading UNIGME Report 2025
Defence India Start-up Challenge (DISC-14) and ADITI Challenge under iDEX Framework
News: Raksha Mantri launched DISC-14 and ADITI 4.0 challenges during National Defence Industries Conclave 2026 to promote defence innovation and indigenous capabilities. About Defence India Start-up Challenge (DISC-14) Defence India Start-up Challenge is a flagship programme supporting startups, MSMEs, and innovators in defence and security. Inception: It was launched on August 4, 2018 by the… Continue reading Defence India Start-up Challenge (DISC-14) and ADITI Challenge under iDEX Framework
VB-G Ram G Youth Digital Campaign
News: Ministry of Rural Development has launched nationwide ‘VB-G Ram G Youth Digital Campaign’ to encourage participation of rural youth in development activities. About VB-G Ram G Youth Digital Campaign It is a campaign to make youth active partners in nation-building through a digital platform to showcase progress and innovation in their villages. Launched by:… Continue reading VB-G Ram G Youth Digital Campaign
‘RELIEF’ Scheme
News: The Commerce and Industry Ministry launched ‘RELIEF’ Scheme to ease pressure on exporters facing trade disruption due to the ongoing war in West Asia. About ‘RELIEF’ Scheme Resilience & Logistics Intervention for Export Facilitation (RELIEF) scheme is time-bound and targeted measure to support Indian exporters facing disruptions due to the evolving geopolitical situation in West… Continue reading ‘RELIEF’ Scheme
World Happiness Report 2026
News: World Happiness Report 2026 was recently released by the Wellbeing Research Centre at the University of Oxford. About World Happiness Report 2026 About: It is an annual report which provides an insight into the global picture of social media and happiness. Published by: It is published by the Wellbeing Research Centre at the University… Continue reading World Happiness Report 2026
Small Hydro Power Development Scheme
News: The Union Cabinet approved the Small Hydro Power Development Scheme for 2026-27 to 2030-31 with ₹2,584.60 crore outlay. About Small Hydro Power Development Scheme It is a scheme to install about 1,500 MW small hydro power capacity across India. Nodal Ministry: It is under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), unlike larger… Continue reading Small Hydro Power Development Scheme
Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojna (BHAVYA)
News: The Union Cabinet has approved the Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojna (BHAVYA) for developing 100 plug-and-play industrial parks across the country. About Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojna (BHAVYA) It is a scheme for developing 100 plug-and-play industrial parks across the country. Aim: It aims to develop world-class industrial infrastructure, unlocking manufacturing potential of the country. It… Continue reading Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojna (BHAVYA)
Hindon River
News: A five-day research survey found zero dissolved oxygen levels at several locations, making the Hindon river uninhabitable for aquatic life. About Hindon River Origin: It originates in the Saharanpur district of Uttar Pradesh, in the Siwalik Hills at about 800 m elevation. Nature: The river is entirely rain-fed, with higher flow during the monsoon… Continue reading Hindon River
Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR initiative
News: Indian Navy has commenced the second edition of the Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR initiative from 16th March 2026. About Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR initiative It is a unique operational engagement programme which enables naval personnel from friendly foreign countries to train and sail together aboard Indian naval ships to foster interoperability and… Continue reading Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR initiative
