News: Union Minister for Science and Technology inaugurated the BIRAC-BioNEST Incubation Centre at “Central Food Technology & Research Institute” (CFTRI). About BioNEST BioNEST (Bioincubators Nurturing Entrepreneurship for Scaling Technologies) is a dedicated scheme to create globally competent bio-incubation facilities across the country. Launched by: It was launched by the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC). … Continue reading BioNEST
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Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026
Source: The post “Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026” has been created, based on “Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026” published in “PIB” on 6 April 2026. Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2-Governance Context: The Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026 is a continuation of India’s efforts… Continue reading Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026
Rebate of State and Central Taxes and Levies (RoSCTL) Scheme and Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) Scheme
News: The Ministry of Textiles has extended the Rebate of State and Central Taxes and Levies Scheme (RoSCTL) for apparel exports and continued the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products Scheme (RoDTEP) till 30 September 2026. About Rebate of State and Central Taxes and Levies (RoSCTL) Scheme It is a scheme to rebate… Continue reading Rebate of State and Central Taxes and Levies (RoSCTL) Scheme and Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) Scheme
Section 126 (1) (b) of Representation of the People Act, 1951
News: The Election Commission announced the silence period under Section 126 (1) (b) of the Representation of the People Act, 1951. About Section 126 (1) (b) of Representation of the People Act, 1951 It prohibits displaying any election matter by means, inter alia, of television or similar apparatus, in any polling area during the period… Continue reading Section 126 (1) (b) of Representation of the People Act, 1951
INS Agray, INS Dunagiri and INS Sanshodhak
News: Three frontline naval platforms, INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, and INS Agray were delivered to the Navy by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd. (GRSE). About INS Agray, INS Dunagiri and INS Sanshodhak About ‘Agray’ ASW SWC INS Agray is the fourth vessel among the eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) being built for… Continue reading INS Agray, INS Dunagiri and INS Sanshodhak
Prioritising Healthcare for a Viksit Bharat 2047
Source: The post “Prioritising Healthcare for a Viksit Bharat 2047” has been created, based on “Prioritising Healthcare for a Viksit Bharat 2047” published in “PIB” on 31st March 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2-Governance Context: Healthcare plays a crucial role in achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 by strengthening human capital and improving productivity. The… Continue reading Prioritising Healthcare for a Viksit Bharat 2047
IMEX TTX 2026
News: The Indian Navy recently hosted IONS Maritime Exercise (IMEX) TTX 2026 at Kochi on 27 March 2026. About IMEX TTX 2026 Indian Ocean Naval Symposium Maritime (IONS) Table-Top Exercise 2026 is a maritime exercise hosted by the Indian Navy at the Maritime Warfare Centre, Southern Naval Command, Kochi. Held on: It was held on… Continue reading IMEX TTX 2026
Special Economic Zones (SEZs) – Significance and Challenges
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction Special Economic Zones (SEZs) are duty-free enclaves treated as outside the customs territory for authorised operations. They support manufacturing, services, and warehousing through Free Trade Warehousing Zones. Their core aim is to boost exports, attract investment, create jobs, and build infrastructure. In India, SEZs have expanded economic… Continue reading Special Economic Zones (SEZs) – Significance and Challenges
Gruh Sugam Portal
News: The National Housing Bank (NHB) has launched the Gruh Sugam Portal to revolutionize housing finance accessibility. About Gruh Sugam Portal It is a digital initiative to streamline the home loan process for Defence / Government personnel. Launched by: National Housing Bank (NHB) It promotes digital lending adoption and strengthens financial inclusion by improving access… Continue reading Gruh Sugam Portal
Khelo India Tribal Games
News: The inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games is being held from 25th March to 3rd April 2026 at Chhattisgarh. About Khelo India Tribal Games The Khelo India Tribal Games is India’s first national multi-sport event dedicated exclusively to tribal athletes. It comes under Khelo India initiative. It will act as a national platform for talent identification,… Continue reading Khelo India Tribal Games
