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Ashwini Radar

Ashwini Radar: The Union Ministry of Defence (MoD) recently signed a ₹2,906 crore contract with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Ghaziabad for the procurement of Low-level Transportable Radar, LLTR (Ashwini). LLTR (Ashwini) is active electronically scanned phased array radar based on state-of-the-art solid-state technology. It is capable of tracking aerial targets from high-speed fighter aircraft to […]

India-Mauritius Relations

India-Mauritius Relations: During the Prime Minister (PM) of India’s visit to Mauritius, both nations signed multiple agreements on trade, maritime security, and defense, emphasizing regional cooperation and elevating their ties to an enhanced strategic partnership.PM also received the highest national award of Mauritius, the ‘Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of […]

Mycelium Bricks : Innovative Research

Mycelium Bricks : Innovative Research Ongoing climate change, the construction industry is seeking low-carbon alternatives, and mycelium bricks have emerged as a promising innovation. Mycelium Bricks created from fungal spores, husk, and sawdust, mycelium bricks form a lightweight, fibrous structure with a low environmental impact compared to traditional fired clay bricks, which emit nearly 300 […]

PM-YUVA 3.0

PM-YUVA 3.0: The Ministry of Education launched PM-YUVA 3.0 (Young, Upcoming and Versatile Authors)-Prime Minister’s Scheme for Mentoring Young Authors. It aims to train young authors (below 30 years) to promote reading, writing, and book culture while projecting Indian literature globally. Themes: Contribution of Indian Diaspora in Nation Building Indian Knowledge System Makers of Modern […]

Flareless Coronal Mass Ejection

Flareless Coronal Mass Ejection: Scientists from the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) observed a flareless coronal mass ejection (CME) using the Visible Emission Line Coronagraph (VELC) onboard Aditya-L1.Mission launched in: September 2, 2023,Developed by: ISRO, with contributions from Indian academic institutions. India’s first solar observation mission positioned at Lagrange Point 1 (L1),Distance from Earth:5 million […]

Valueattics Reinsurance Becomes India’s First Private Reinsurer

Valueattics Reinsurance Becomes India’s First Private Reinsurer: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) granted Valueattics Reinsurance, backed by Prem Watsa and Kamesh Goyal, the first private reinsurance license in India. This development marks a significant step towards fostering competition in the reinsurance sector, ending GIC Re’s monopoly that has existed since 1972. […]

The IRDAI has reaffirmed LIC, New India Assurance, and GIC Re as Domestic Systemically Important Insurers (D-SIIs) for the year 2024-25

The IRDAI has reaffirmed LIC, New India Assurance, and GIC Re as Domestic Systemically Important Insurers (D-SIIs) for the year 2024-25: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has once again designated Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), The New India Assurance Company, and General Insurance Corporation of India (GIC Re) as Domestic […]

Empowering Women PRIs Leaders

Empowering Women PRIs Leaders: The Ministry of Panchayati Raj has launched two key initiatives — Sashakt Panchayat-Netri Abhiyan and Model Women-Friendly Gram Panchayats (MWFGP) — to promote gender-sensitive governance and empower Women Elected Representatives (WERs) in Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs).Sashakt Panchayat-Netri Abhiyan A nationwide capacity-building initiative for Women Elected Representatives (WERs) of PRIs. Strengthen leadership […]