News: The XR Creator Hackathon is in the news because its Delhi chapter was recently held on 8th February 2025 at 91 Springboard, Noida, as part of the WAVE Summit initiative. About Extended Reality (XR) Extended Reality (XR) is a broad term that includes all immersive technologies that blend the real and virtual worlds. It covers… Continue reading Extended Reality (XR)
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National Broadband Mission (NBM) 2.0
News: The Government of India has announced several key developments to enhance broadband connectivity in rural areas, focusing on improving telecom infrastructure and ensuring faster internet access. About National Broadband Mission (NBM) 2.0 NBM 2.0 will commence on April 1, 2025. Objective: Improve broadband connectivity, especially in rural, remote, and difficult-to-access areas. Ensure high-speed, affordable,… Continue reading National Broadband Mission (NBM) 2.0
Market Intervention Scheme (MIS)
News: The Government of India has revised the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS) guidelines, increasing the procurement limit of crops under MIS from 20% to 25% and introducing new provisions to encourage more States to implement the scheme. About Market Intervention Scheme (MIS) MIS is a component of the Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA).… Continue reading Market Intervention Scheme (MIS)
Nuclear Mission
News: The “Nuclear Mission” was announced in the Union Budget 2025-26. About Nuclear Mission The “Nuclear Mission” marks a historic shift in India’s energy policy, enabling nuclear power to emerge as a major energy source. This initiative aligns with India’s commitment to energy security, self-sufficiency, and sustainability, aiming to position the country as a global leader… Continue reading Nuclear Mission
Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA)
News: The Department of Commerce, through APEDA (Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority), has been actively promoting the export of fruits and vegetables under the Agriculture and Processed Foods Export Promotion Scheme for the 15th Finance Commission Cycle (2021-22 to 2025-26). About Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) APEDA stands… Continue reading Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA)
GARBHINI-DRISHTI
News: Recently, India made significant strides in biomedical research with the dedication of its first Ferret Research Facility, the launch of GARBH-INi-DRISHTI, and a Technology Transfer Agreement between THSTI and a private company. About GARBH-INi-DRISHTI It is a digital platform that stores and shares important health data collected from over 12,000 pregnant women, newborns, and… Continue reading GARBHINI-DRISHTI
National Manufacturing Mission
News: The Union Budget 2025-26 has introduced significant initiatives to strengthen India’s manufacturing sector under the “National Manufacturing Mission”. About National Manufacturing Mission The National Manufacturing Mission has been introduced in the Union Budget 2025-26 to boost the manufacturing sector across small, medium, and large industries, further advancing the Make in India initiative. Aim: This… Continue reading National Manufacturing Mission
Exercise SURYA KIRAN
News: An Indian Army contingent has left for Nepal to take part in the 18th edition of Battalion-Level Joint Military Exercise, SURYA KIRAN. About Exercise SURYA KIRAN It is a bilateral joint military exercise between India and Nepal, conducted annually since 2011. The host nation alternates between India and Nepal. The 18th edition of the… Continue reading Exercise SURYA KIRAN
Launch of National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF)
Source: This post on Launch of National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF) has been created based on the article “Launch of National Mission on Natural Farming” published in PIB on 26th November 2024. Why in news? The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister approved the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF). About National Mission on… Continue reading Launch of National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF)
Cultural Exchange Programmes (CEPs)
Source: This post on Cultural Exchange Programmes (CEPs) has been created based on the article “CULTURAL EXCHANGE PROGRAMMES” published in PIB on 26th November 2024. Why in news? The Ministry of Culture actively signs Cultural Exchange Programmes (CEPs). About Cultural Exchange Programmes (CEPs) 1. The Ministry of Culture actively signs Cultural Exchange Programmes (CEPs) to… Continue reading Cultural Exchange Programmes (CEPs)
