News: The 2nd meeting of the Jiyo Parsi Advisory Committee was held in Mumbai under the chairmanship of Dr. Chandra Shekhar Kumar, Secretary, Ministry of Minority Affairs. About Jiyo Parsi Scheme The Jiyo Parsi Scheme is a Central Sector Scheme to address the declining population of the Parsi community. Launched Year: It was launched in… Continue reading Jiyo Parsi Scheme
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Light Combat Helicopter PRACHAND
News: The President of India undertook a sortie in the indigenous Light Combat Helicopter PRACHAND at Air Force Station Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. About Light Combat Helicopter PRACHAND About: Light Combat Helicopters (LCH) ‘Prachand’ is India’s first indigenously designed and manufactured multirole attack helicopter. The name ‘Prachand’ means “fierce,” “powerful,” or “intense” in Sanskrit. Developed by: Hindustan Aeronautics… Continue reading Light Combat Helicopter PRACHAND
Hexagon Alliance
News: On the eve of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state visit to Israel, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has unveiled a proposal for Hexagon Alliance. About Hexagon Alliance About: It is a proposed six-nation strategic framework to strengthen economic, diplomatic, and security cooperation across West Asia and the Mediterranean. Proposed by: Hexagon alliances is a new… Continue reading Hexagon Alliance
Indravati River
News: Two Maoists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh’s insurgency-hit Bijapur district during an anti-Naxal operation along the Indravati river belt. About Indravati River Origin: It originates in Kalahandi district of Odisha on the western slopes of the Eastern Ghats and then flows westward. During its course, it forms the boundary… Continue reading Indravati River
Israel’s Multi-layered Defence Against Iranian Missiles
News: Israel has multi-layered air defences against Iranian ballistic missiles, an umbrella it may need to lean on as the United States and Iran teeter toward potential military conflict that could draw Iranian attacks on Israeli territory. About Israel’s Multi-layered Defence Against Iranian Missiles About ARROW The long-range Arrow-2 and Arrow-3 interceptors, developed by Israel,… Continue reading Israel’s Multi-layered Defence Against Iranian Missiles
AI4Agri Summit 2026
News: The AI4Agri 2026 Global Conference & Investor Summit was recently held on February 22–23, 2026, in Mumbai. About AI4Agri Summit 2026 It is a global knowledge-exchange platform that brings together policymakers, state governments, international experts, and practitioners. It promotes evidence-based use of AI and digital public infrastructure to improve agricultural productivity, resilience, and farmer… Continue reading AI4Agri Summit 2026
Blue Nile River
News: A new report has warned that the GERD reservoir on Blue Nile River is showing signs of ‘instability’; a breach could flood Sudan and Egypt downstream. About Blue Nile River Origin: The Blue Nile River originates at Lake Tana in Ethiopia. It is Ethiopia’s largest river. Tributaries: Its waters come from tributaries such as… Continue reading Blue Nile River
Epstein-Barr Viral Infection
News: Researchers may be closer to developing a vaccine that protects against Epstein-Barr Viral Infection. About Epstein-Barr Viral (EBV) Infection It is a widely spread double-stranded DNA virus and is a member of the herpes virus family. It is also known as human herpesvirus 4. It most commonly affects children, teenagers, and young adults, although… Continue reading Epstein-Barr Viral Infection
Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC)
News: The Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO released the Integrated Ocean Carbon Research Report highlighting uncertainties and knowledge gaps in ocean carbon sink. About Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) The Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission is a UNESCO body that promotes international cooperation in marine science and ocean management. Established in: The IOC was established in 1960 as… Continue reading Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC)
India’s First State Innovation Mission (SIM)
News: Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) under NITI Aayog launched India’s first State Innovation Mission in Tripura to strengthen innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystems. About India’s First State Innovation Mission (SIM) The State Innovation Mission is part of the approved AIM 2.0 programme, under the aegis of NITI Aayog’s State Support Mission (SSM). It is designed as… Continue reading India’s First State Innovation Mission (SIM)
