News: The Vice President of India paid floral tributes to Swami Vivekananda on National Youth Day. About Swami Vivekananda Swami Vivekananda was a Hindu monk, spiritual leader, and reformer who played a major role in spreading Vedanta philosophy. He was originally named Narendranath Datta and was born on January 12, 1863, in Kolkata. From a… Continue reading Swami Vivekananda
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Design Linked Incentive Scheme
Context- Semiconductor chips are critical for healthcare, transport, communications, defence, space, AI, and digital infrastructure. Global demand is rising rapidly due to digitalisation and automation. However, Semiconductor manufacturing is concentrated in a few geographies, making global supply chains fragile and disruption-prone. India aims to emerge as a strategic, reliable semiconductor hub through- Semicon India Programme… Continue reading Design Linked Incentive Scheme
National IED Data Management System (NIDMS)
News: National IED Data Management System (NIDMS) was operationalized by Union Home Minister Amit Shah as part of the Government of India’s efforts to strengthen internal security. About National IED Data Management System (NIDMS) The NIDMS is a centralized and secure national platform for managing data related to Improvised Explosive Device (IED) incidents. It is… Continue reading National IED Data Management System (NIDMS)
Design Linked Incentive Scheme – Present and Future
Source: The post “Design Linked Incentive Scheme – Present and Future’’ has been created, based on “Design Linked Incentive Scheme” published in “PIB” on 5 January 2026. Design Linked Incentive Scheme – Present and Future. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Indian Economy Context: Semiconductors are critical enablers of economic growth and national security in sectors such… Continue reading Design Linked Incentive Scheme – Present and Future
Gayan-Bayan
News: The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW) attended the second biennial full-fledged state convention of the ‘Mridangiya Gayan-Bayan Sanstha, Assam’. About Gayan-Bayan In Assam, North India, gayan-bayan (gāyan-bāyan) is a devotional dance performed in satras by disciples of Sankardev. Meaning: The term gāyan-bāyanderives from gāyan, meaning “singer,” and bāyan, meaning “drummer.” There is… Continue reading Gayan-Bayan
Sree Narayana Guru
News: The Vice-President of India inaugurated the 93rd Sivagiri Pilgrimage at Sivagiri Mutt, describing it as a living philosophy of social awakening envisioned by Sree Narayana Guru. About Sree Narayana Guru Sree Narayana Guru (1856–1928) was one of the Hindu social and spiritual reformers of modern Kerala. He was born in Chempazhanthy, near present-day Thiruvananthapuram, into… Continue reading Sree Narayana Guru
National Frequency Allocation Plan 2025 (NFAP-2025)
News: The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has released the National Frequency Allocation Plan 2025 (NFAP-2025). About National Frequency Allocation Plan 2025 (NFAP-2025) Released by: Department of Telecommunications, under the Ministry of Communications It is a key policy document for spectrum allocation and management in India. Effective Date: The new plan will come into force on… Continue reading National Frequency Allocation Plan 2025 (NFAP-2025)
Celebrating 25th Anniversary: Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY)
Source: The post “Celebrating 25th Anniversary: Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY)’’ has been created, based on “Celebrating 25th Anniversary: Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY)” published in “PIB” on 30 December 2025. Celebrating 25th Anniversary: Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY). UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Indian Economy Context: The Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana… Continue reading Celebrating 25th Anniversary: Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY)
Indian Skimmer
News: For conservation of endangered bird species in the Ganga basin, a new project has been approved to protect breeding habitats of sandbar-nesting birds, including the Indian Skimmer. About Indian Skimmer The Indian Skimmer, also known as the Indian Scissors-bill, is a distinctive waterbird native to southern Asia. Scientific name: Rynchops albicollis Genus: Rynchops in… Continue reading Indian Skimmer
“Your Money, Your Right” Initiative
News: Your Money, Your Right” is a nationwide awareness and facilitation initiative launched in 2025 to help citizens identify and reclaim unclaimed financial assets lying within the regulated financial system. About “Your Money, Your Right” Initiative This initiative is a nationwide awareness and facilitation initiative to help citizens identify and reclaim unclaimed financial assets. The initiative addresses… Continue reading “Your Money, Your Right” Initiative
