News: Revised guidelines for the Technology Development and Investment Promotion (TDIP) Scheme have been released to strengthen India’s global telecom footprint. About Technology Development and Investment Promotion (TDIP) Scheme The Technology Development and Investment Promotion (TDIP) Scheme is an initiative to position India as a global leader in telecom innovation, standardisation and exports. Nodal Ministry:Department… Continue reading Technology Development and Investment Promotion (TDIP) Scheme
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India’s post-LWE future, from red sun to new dawn
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Internal security Introduction India’s Left Wing Extremism (LWE) journey reflects a shift from deep internal security crisis to a phase of relative stability. In 2009, it was seen as the gravest threat, with violence peaking in 2010 and weakening governance across large regions. By 2026, the decline of Maoist insurgency… Continue reading India’s post-LWE future, from red sun to new dawn
India Emerges as Cradle of Jamun Evolution
News: India has emerged as the cradle of Jamun evolution, with evidence showing that the genus Syzygium originated around 80 million years ago and diversified early in the Indian region. About India Emerges as Cradle of Jamun Evolution Jamun is an important indigenous minor fruit of commercial value. It is also known as black plum,… Continue reading India Emerges as Cradle of Jamun Evolution
High-Value Crop Diversification in India
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Agriculture Introduction Agriculture plays a central role in achieving a Viksit Bharat, with growth reaching 4.45 percent in the last decade. This growth reflects a clear shift towards diversification and value addition. Horticulture has emerged as the core of this transformation. High-value crops such as fruits, vegetables, spices, and plantation… Continue reading High-Value Crop Diversification in India
DSC A 23
News: DSC A 23, the fourth ship of the five Diving Support Craft (DSC) project, was launched at Titagarh, Kolkata (WB). About DSC A 23 DSC A 23 is the fourth ship of the five Diving Support Craft (DSC) project. Launched on: It was launched on 19 Apr 2026 at Titagarh, Kolkata (WB). Constructed by:… Continue reading DSC A 23
Potato Cultivation in India
News: Farmers’ organisations claim that the Centre’s potato procurement price is only about half of the actual input cost. About Potato Cultivation in India It is a root vegetable plant native to America and domesticated in Peru about 6000 years ago. In India, it was introduced by the Portuguese in the 16th century, and since… Continue reading Potato Cultivation in India
The River Basin Management Scheme: Strengthening Water Governance
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Governance And Gs Paper 1– water-bodies Introduction Water is essential for ecosystems, livelihoods, and economic activities such as agriculture, industry, and energy. Increasing demand, uneven distribution, and ecological stress have intensified pressure on water resources in India. Complex and interlinked river systems further complicate management. The River Basin Management (RBM)… Continue reading The River Basin Management Scheme: Strengthening Water Governance
IndiaAI Startups Global Acceleration Programme
News: The IndiaAI Mission has announced the selection of 10 cutting-edge Indian AI startups for the second cohort of the IndiaAI Startups Global Acceleration Programme. About IndiaAI Startups Global Acceleration Programme It is an ambitious initiative designed to empower Indian AI startups with unparalleled global market access. Aim: It aims to provide Indian AI startups… Continue reading IndiaAI Startups Global Acceleration Programme
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)
National Agriculture Market (e-NAM)
Source: The post “National Agriculture Market (e-NAM)” has been created, based on “National Agriculture Market (e-NAM)” published in “PIB” on 14 April 2026. National Agriculture Market (e-NAM). UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Economy Context: The National Agriculture Market (e-NAM) is a pan-India electronic trading platform launched in April 2016 to integrate Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC)… Continue reading National Agriculture Market (e-NAM)
