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 […]
Jiyo Parsi Scheme
Jiyo Parsi Scheme: The Minister for Minority Affairs recently launched the Jiyo Parsi Scheme portal. Jiyo Parsi Scheme is a unique Central Sector Scheme implemented by the Ministry of Minority Affairs to arrest the population decline of the Parsi Community in India. The scheme was launched in 2013-14. The objective of the scheme is to […]
Corbett Tiger Reserve : Awareness Campaign
Corbett Tiger Reserve : Awareness Campaign The Corbett Tiger Reserve recently ran an awareness campaign to celebrate World Elephant Day. Corbett Tiger Reserve is located on the foothills of the Himalayas in Uttarakhand, spread over three districts, viz., Pauri, Nainital and Almora. It is the first National Park in India, established in 1936. It was […]
Ballast Water
Ballast Water: The Tamil Nadu Water Resources Department (WRD) has charged that Kamarajar Port is the main reason for the spread of the invasive species by not regulating the ballast water from ships. Ballast Water is fresh or saltwater held in the ballast tanks and cargo holds of ships. It is used to provide stability […]
Amrit Bharat Station Scheme : Update
Amrit Bharat Station Scheme : Update Western Railway has announced the inclusion of Kandivali and Dahisar railway stations in the recently launched Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS). Amrit Bharat Station Scheme is an ongoing Indian Railways mission launched in February 2023 by the Ministry of Railways to redevelop railway stations across India. It is designed […]
