New AI-Based Surveillance System To Manage Pests: The Union Government on August 15, launched the AI-based National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS) that will help farmers to connect with agriculture scientists and experts on controlling pests using their phone.
Month: August 2024
Kisan Ki Baat
Kisan Ki Baat: The government is set to launch ‘Kisan Ki Baat’, a monthly radio programme aimed at bringing scientific knowledge to farmers, Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced on August 15.
RBL Bank Announces Vijay Fixed Deposits to Honor 78th Independence Day
RBL Bank Announces Vijay Fixed Deposits to Honor 78th Independence Day: RBL Bank has introduced a special “Vijay Fixed Deposits” scheme to commemorate India’s 78th Independence Day. The bank offers a 500-day fixed deposit tenor with highly competitive interest rates, providing an opportunity for customers to grow their savings while paying tribute to the nation’s […]
P.M Calls for Secular Civil Code in Independence Day Speech
P.M Calls for Secular Civil Code in Independence Day Speech: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 15th August, stressed on the need to bring a ‘Secular Civil Code’ instead of using the term ‘Universal Civil Code’, hinting at the government’s intention to broad-base the policy and avoid friction on the contentious issue, both within the ruling […]
Father of Agni Missiles, Dr. Ram Narain Agarwal Passes Away
Father of Agni Missiles, Dr. Ram Narain Agarwal Passes Away: Dr. Ram Narain Agarwal, a renowned Indian scientist and the driving force behind India’s missile program, passed away on Thursday in Hyderabad at the age of 84. Known affectionately as the ‘Father of Agni Missiles‘, Dr. Agarwal’s contributions to India’s defence capabilities have been nothing […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 16th August 2024
Today’s Current Affairs: 16th August 2024 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Tarang Shakti
Tarang Shakti: India hosted its first-ever multinational air exercise, “Tarang Shakti,” showcasing the capabilities of indigenously manufactured aircraft, including the Sarang helicopters and LCA Tejas. The exercise is being conducted in two phases. The exercise was a significant achievement, emphasizing India’s focus on “Aatmanirbharta” (self-reliance) and showcasing indigenous military capabilities. India’s Rafale, Sukhoi, and LCA […]
Har Ghar Tiranga, Har Ghar Khadi Campaign
Har Ghar Tiranga, Har Ghar Khadi Campaign: The Chairman of the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) launched the “Har Ghar Tiranga, Har Ghar Khadi” campaign to increase the use and trade of Khadi clothes through hoisting national flags made of khadi. Special national flags of 3X2 feet made of Khadi/Polyester are available at Khadi […]
Long Range Glide Bomb
Long Range Glide Bomb: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) carried out a successful maiden flight test of a Long-Range Glide Bomb (LRGB), GAURAV from the Su-30 MK-I platform of the Indian Air Force (IAF). Long Range Glide Bomb (LRGB) is an air-launched 1,000 kg class glide bomb capable of hitting targets at long distances. […]
FloodWatch India 2.0
FloodWatch India 2.0: The Union Minister for Jal Shakti launched Version 2.0 of the ‘FloodWatch India’ mobile application developed by the Central Water Commission (CWC) FloodWatch India gives information related to the flood situation and forecasts for up to 7 days on a real-time basis to the public. The in-house developed user-friendly app has readable […]
