Internet Governance Internship and Capacity Building Scheme: The National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) announced the launch of its Internet Governance Internship and Capacity Building Scheme. This program aims to build awareness and develop expertise in internet governance (IG) among Indian citizens. It will equip participants with the knowledge to effectively engage in global internet […]
Indian Sustainable Natural Rubber (iSNR) Platform
Indian Sustainable Natural Rubber (iSNR) Platform: The Rubber Board has rolled two new initiatives called iSNR (Indian Sustainable Natural Rubber) and INR Konnect. Indian Sustainable Natural Rubber (iSNR) Platform streamlines the compliance process, making it more efficient for stakeholders involved in the rubber supply chain targeting EU markets. It is designed to facilitate compliance with […]
Exercise LA PEROUSE
Exercise LA PEROUSE: The indigenously designed and built guided missile destroyer INS Mumbai is participating in the Exercise LA PEROUSE. It is a multilateral maritime exercise that takes place in the Indian Ocean Region. It is conducted by French Navy and held biennially. It is the fourth edition of the multinational exercise. This edition will […]
UNICEF’s Prospects for Children in 2025 Report
UNICEF’s Prospects for Children in 2025 Report: Highlights of the UNICEF Report on Children’s Challenges: In 2023, over 473 million children, or more than one in six globally, lived in conflict zones. The proportion of children affected by conflict has nearly doubled from 10% in the 1990s to 19%. Children face risks such as displacement, […]
Gravity Energy Storage
Gravity Energy Storage: Gravity Energy Storage is emerging as an innovative and cost-effective solution to address a key challenge of renewable energy. It is also acting as a promising alternative to traditional battery energy storage.It is an innovative technology designed to store energy by leveraging the force of gravity.
International Year of Glaciers Preservation : United Nations
International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation : United Nations The United Nations will observe 2025 as the International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation, with 21st March marked annually as World Day for Glaciers starting in 2025.Glaciers are large, slow-moving masses of ice formed from compacted snow over centuries.They form on land and move due to gravity, slowly […]
Twigstats
Twigstats: The new genetic analysis tool, Twigstats, has significantly improved the precision of tracing individual-level ancestry using ancient Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) samples from northern and Central Europe, dating from 500 BC to 1000 AD.Twigstats is an advanced analytical tool developed for genetic studies, particularly focused on ancestry analysis with high precision.It is designed to enhance […]
Rupee Depreciation
Rupee Depreciation: The Indian rupee recently experienced a sharp decline in value against the US dollar after a period of relative stability.Higher domestic prices reduced the real value of the rupee. And inflation-driven production costs made Indian exports less competitive.Increased imports, particularly of crude oil, led to higher demand for foreign currencies.Persistent fiscal imbalances put […]
PRABHAAV Factbook
PRABHAAV Factbook: Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, marked the 9th Foundation Day of Startup India by launching the PRABHAAV Factbook and the Bharat Startup Challenge.The PRABHAAV Factbook is a comprehensive guide detailing the growth and achievements of India’s startup ecosystem from 2016 to 2024. Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), under […]
Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna 2024
Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna 2024: The Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, India’s highest sporting accolade, was conferred on remarkable achievers who brought laurels to the nation at Rashtrapati Bhavan.Started in: 1991-1992 (as Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award).Renamed in: 2021, to honor legendary hockey player Major Dhyan Chand.Aim is to recognize outstanding performances in […]
