India Ranks Second Globally in Fish Production: India has once again affirmed its strong position in the global fisheries sector, securing the second rank in fish production worldwide, according to Union Minister of Fisheries and Animal Husbandry Rajiv Ranjan Singh. The announcement was made during a meeting in Kolkata, where the minister chaired discussions with […]
Sikkim has become the first state in India to introduce a Sabbatical Leave Scheme
Sikkim has become the first state in India to introduce a Sabbatical Leave Scheme: Sikkim has become the first state in India to introduce a Sabbatical Leave Scheme for government employees, offering them a unique opportunity for personal and professional development while retaining job security. This progressive policy is aimed at improving workforce well-being, career […]
India Post Payments Bank Launches Aadhaar-Based Face Authentication for Digital Banking
India Post Payments Bank Launches Aadhaar-Based Face Authentication for Digital Banking: The India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) has launched a nationwide Aadhaar-based face authentication feature for customer transactions. Developed under the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) framework, this innovation is designed to ensure financial inclusion while enhancing both security and convenience.The new feature allows […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 1st August 2025
Today’s Current Affairs: 1st August 2025 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Doctrine of Merger
Doctrine of Merger: The Supreme Court recently emphasized that the application of the Doctrine of Merger, in every case, should be accompanied by an awareness of its limitations and should not be wielded to close avenues for addressing genuine concerns. The Doctrine of Merger is a common law doctrine founded on the principle of maintenance […]
Grant in Aid to National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) Scheme
Grant in Aid to National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) Scheme: The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister, recently approved the Central Sector Scheme “Grant in Aid to National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC)” Grant in Aid to National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) Scheme is a Central Sector Scheme with an outlay of ₹2, 000 crore […]
Outbreak of African Swine Fever
Outbreak of African Swine Fever: An outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF) has been recently confirmed at a pig farm in Ravas Brahmanan village, Patiala, prompting immediate action from district authorities. African Swine Fever (ASF) is a highly contagious and hemorrhagic viral disease affecting pigs and wild boar. It does not affect humans, nor does […]
Piprahwa Relics
Piprahwa Relics: The Ministry of Culture, Government of India, proudly announced the historic return of the sacred Piprahwa relics of Lord Buddha to their rightful home in India. Piprahwa Relics are associated with the mortal remains of Lord Buddha. The Piprahwa Relics, which include bone fragments, soapstone and crystal caskets, a sandstone coffer, and offerings […]
Supply and Use Table
Supply and Use Table: The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has released the ‘Supply and Use Tables of 2020-21 and 2021-22’. It represents a detailed snapshot of all economic activities taking place in the economy. They are powerful analytical tools that present the structure of an economy as well as interlinkages among the […]
Darwin’s Frog : Endangered
Darwin’s Frog : Endangered Chile has launched a new effort to save the endangered Darwin’s frog Darwin’s frog (Rhinoderma darwinii ), also called the southern Darwin’s frog. It is unique among amphibians for its brooding habits. It is a tiny amphibian with leaf-like skin whose males carry tadpoles within pouches in their mouths. It is […]
