News: The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has designated the Natural History Museum (NHM), Mizoram University, Aizawl, as a Designated Repository under Section 39 of the Biological Diversity Act, 2002. About Designated Repository under Biological Diversity Act, 2002 The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has designated the Natural History Museum (NHM),… Continue reading Designated Repository under Biological Diversity Act, 2002
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LokOS Platform
News: LokOS Platform has significantly expanded its reach across India, enabling large-scale digital transformation of community institutions. About LokOS Platform LokOS is an abbreviation where “Lok” means People and “OS” stands for Operating System. It is a web and mobile platform under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) for end-to-end digitisation of Self-Help… Continue reading LokOS Platform
Oldest Banyan Tree
News: Recently, a banyan tree in Munger, Bihar, estimated to be around 700 years old, has been identified as the oldest accurately dated banyan tree. About Oldest Banyan Tree It is an evergreen, fast-growing tree native to the Indian subcontinent. It is one of the world’s largest trees based on canopy size. Scientific name: Its scientific… Continue reading Oldest Banyan Tree
Pashujanya Yudh Abhyas (PYA)
News: The Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD), Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, successfully conducted Pashujanya Yudh Abhyas (PYA). About Pashujanya Yudh Abhyas (PYA) Pashujanya Yudh Abhyas (PYA) is the third national-level mock drill under the National One Health Mission to strengthen India’s preparedness for animal health emergencies and zoonotic disease outbreaks. Aim: It… Continue reading Pashujanya Yudh Abhyas (PYA)
INS Trikand
News: Indian Naval Ship INS Trikand will participate in the 58th National Day celebrations of Mauritius. About INS Trikand INS Trikand is a stealth frigate of the Indian Navy. It is the last of the three “Follow-On Talwar Class” frigates. Built by: It was built in the Russian Federation. Commission year: It was commissioned into… Continue reading INS Trikand
Bharat Life Sciences Award 2026
News: Applications are invited for the Bharat Life Sciences Award (BLSA) 2026 to recognise excellence in scientific research, innovation, and public health impact across India’s life sciences ecosystem. About Bharat Life Sciences Award 2026 About It is an award to recognise excellence in scientific research, innovation, and public health impact across India’s life sciences ecosystem. The inaugural… Continue reading Bharat Life Sciences Award 2026
Miniratna Category-I Status to MECON
News: The Ministry of Steel has approved the grant of Miniratna Category-I status to MECON Limited. About Miniratna Category-I Status to MECON Mecon Limited has been granted the status of Miniratna Category-I. This status provides enhanced financial and operational autonomy to the Board of MECON Limited. The government grants the status of Maharatna, Navratna and… Continue reading Miniratna Category-I Status to MECON
Global Skills Challenge Australia 2026
News:Team India delivered an impressive performance at the Global Skills Challenge (GSC) Australia 2026, securing three gold, one silver and one bronze medal. About Global Skills Challenge Australia 2026 About: Global Skills Challenge Australia 2026 is an international competition held from 23–29 June 2026. It has been designed as a full-scale simulation of the WorldSkills… Continue reading Global Skills Challenge Australia 2026
Scheme for Strengthening of Medical Device Industry (SMDI)
News: The Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers, has invited applications from eligible entities under the Scheme for Strengthening of Medical Device Industry (SMDI). About the Scheme for Strengthening of the Medical Device Industry (SMDI) About: It is a scheme to boost the medical device industry in India. Launched by: It was launched by… Continue reading Scheme for Strengthening of Medical Device Industry (SMDI)
Anemia Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan
News: In a landmark step towards accelerating India’s efforts to combat anemia, Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare released Anemia Mukt Bharat (AMB) Abhiyaan – Operational Guidelines. About Anemia Mukt Bharat (AMB) Abhiyaan Aspects Details About It is a flagship health initiative of the Government aimed at eliminating anemia from the country. Launched by… Continue reading Anemia Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan
