RBI Ombudsman Called As “रिज़र्वबैंक ओम्बड्समैन योजना 2021”: The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013 mandates the establishment of Lokpal at the Union level and Lokayuktas at the State level to investigate allegations of corruption against public officials. The term “Lokpal” is exclusively designated for the body created under this Act and came into force on […]
Fecal Coliform
Fecal Coliform: High levels of fecal coliform bacteria were detected in the Ganga and Yamuna rivers at Prayagraj during Maha Kumbh 2025, as per a CPCB report submitted to NGT.A subgroup of coliform bacteria that primarily originate from the intestinal tracts of warm-blooded animals, including humans. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) standards have set […]
Union Minister Pabitra Margherita Inaugurates SILKTECH 2025
Union Minister Pabitra Margherita Inaugurates SILKTECH 2025: The CSB’s International Conference – SILKTECH 2025 was inaugurated by Shri Pabitra Margherita, Hon’ble Minister of State for Textiles & Foreign Affairs, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, as part of the Bharat Tex 2025 mega textile event. The conference, organized by CSB-Central Tasar Research & Training Institute, Ranchi, […]
Nine Years Of Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana
Nine Years Of Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana: Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY), India’s flagship crop insurance scheme, has completed nine years since its launch on February 18, 2016, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The initiative aims to provide comprehensive crop insurance to Indian farmers, safeguarding them against various risks like […]
PM-AASHA Scheme Extended
PM-AASHA Scheme Extended: The Government of India has extended the Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA) scheme until 2025-26. This move is aimed at providing better income support to farmers by ensuring that they receive remunerative prices for their produce. PM-AASHA also helps stabilize the prices of essential food commodities, benefiting both farmers and […]
Indian Navy Launches Eighth MCA Barge, LSAM 11
Indian Navy Launches Eighth MCA Barge, LSAM 11: The Indian Navy marked a significant milestone by launching its eighth Missile Cum Ammunition (MCA) Barge, LSAM 11 (Yard 79). This key event took place in Mira Bhayandar, Maharashtra, at the launch site of M/s SECON Engineering Projects Pvt Ltd, Visakhapatnam. The ceremony was presided over by […]
Standard Chartered Appoints P.D. Singh as India CEO
Standard Chartered Appoints P.D. Singh as India CEO: Standard Chartered Bank has secured approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to appoint Prabdev (P.D.) Singh as its Chief Executive Officer for India and South Asia. Singh, a veteran in corporate banking and former CEO of JP Morgan India, will assume his new role on […]
Tata Group Chairman N. Chandrasekaran Honored with UK Knighthood
Tata Group Chairman N. Chandrasekaran Honored with UK Knighthood: N. Chandrasekaran, Chairman of Tata Group, has been awarded an honorary knighthood by the United Kingdom. This prestigious recognition highlights his remarkable contributions to strengthening business ties between India and the UK. The UK government conferred this honor on February 14, 2025, acknowledging his leadership in […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 18th February 2025
Today’s Current Affairs: 18th February 2025 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Prime Minister’s Yoga Award
Prime Minister’s Yoga Award: The Ministry of Ayush announces the opening of nominations for the prestigious Prime Minister’s Yoga Awards for the 2025 edition of the International Day of Yoga (IDY2025). Prime Minister’s Yoga Award recognizes individuals and organizations that have made significant and sustained contributions to the promotion and development of Yoga, both nationally […]
