PRITHVI Vigyan Scheme: To enhance the understanding of the Earth and its vital signs, the Union Cabinet recently approved the “PRITHvi VIgyan (PRITHVI)” scheme. PRITHVI Scheme is an initiative of the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) to enhance the understanding of the Earth and its vital signs. This overarching initiative, with an allocation of Rs […]
Day: January 8, 2024
EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program
EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program: The United States Department of State recently released data that indicates significant progress in the processing of EB-5 applications that are currently pending, especially those from Indian citizens. The EB-5 (employment-based, 5th preference), or US golden visa, provides a special road for overseas investors and their families to seek permanent residency […]
Futuristic Fuel Cell-Based Power System : ISRO
Futuristic Fuel Cell-Based Power System : ISRO ISRO recently said it has successfully tested a futuristic fuel cell-based power system. A fuel cell is a device that generates electricity by a chemical reaction. Fuel cells can be used in a wide range of applications, providing power for applications across multiple sectors, including transportation, industrial/commercial/residential buildings, […]
30 Doradus B : A Supernova
30 Doradus B : A Supernova NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory recently captured a stunning image of 30 Doradus B, a supernova remnant that is part of a vibrant region of space where stars have been forming for millions of years. The team of astronomers studying the remnant discovered that it could not have been […]
Indrayani River : Toxic Foam
Indrayani River : Toxic Foam The recent reappearance of toxic foam on the Indrayani river once again raised concerns about pollution here. Indrayani River is a tributary of the Bhima River, which again is a tributary of the Krishna River. It originates in Kurvande village near Lonavla, a hill station in the Sahyadri mountains of […]
Norms For Politically-Exposed Persons : RBI
Norms For Politically-Exposed Persons : RBI The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently updated Know Your Customer (KYC) norms for politically exposed persons (PEPs) who transact with regulated entities (REs), seeking to comply with the recommendations of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). In the amended KYC master direction, the central bank defines PEPs as […]
