Prasoon Joshi Named Chairman of Prasar Bharati in Media Leadership Shift: The Government of India has appointed Mr. Prasoon Joshi as the new Chairman of the Prasar Bharati. This appointment was announced on 2nd May, 2026 and it can be seen as step towards creativity and innovation into the India’s public broadcasting system. He has […]
Category: Current Affairs
Great Himalayan National Park
Great Himalayan National Park: The Ministry of Environment recently declared a 326.69 sq.km. area around the Great Himalayan National Park in Himachal Pradesh as an eco-sensitive zone. It is a high altitude national park located in Kullu District of Himachal Pradesh.\ Nestled in the far Western Himalayas, the park comprises four valleys: the Tirthan Valley, […]
SVAMITVA Scheme : In News
SVAMITVA Scheme: In News The rural property ownership scheme, SVAMITVA, is emerging as a potent tool for formalisation of residential land, improving the financial standing of gram panchayats, and making a positive impact on the rural economy, says a survey by IIM Ahmedabad. The Survey of Villages and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas […]
Allele : Study
Allele : Study A study from South Africa finds that while protective HLA-B alleles once aided survival and reduced HIV transmission before Antiretroviral therapy, widespread ART use has significantly slowed this natural selection-driven genetic shift. An allele is a variant form of a gene. Some genes have a variety of different forms, which are located […]
Udayan Fort
Udayan Fort: The historic Udyan Fort in Kaushambi, dating back nearly 2,500 years to the era of the ancient Vatsa Mahajanapada, is set to undergo restoration following official approval, officials said recently. Udayan Fort, also known as Udayan Kila, is a historical site located in the Kaushambi district of Uttar Pradesh. It is located on […]
India and Ecuador
India and Ecuador: India and Ecuador are looking at the possibility of firming up a preferential trade pact to boost economic ties. Ecuador is a country located on the northwestern edge of South America. It is bordered by Colombia to the north, by Peru to the south and east. It shares borders with the Pacific […]
Spinal Muscular Atrophy : In News
Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Persons living with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and parents have written to Prime Minister of India seeking urgent intervention to ensure nationwide access to generic Risdiplam under the National Policy for Rare Diseases (NPRD). It is a rare and progressive neuromuscular disorder that leads to muscle weakness and can cause life-threatening complications. […]
Atomic Energy Regulatory Board : In News
Atomic Energy Regulatory Board : In News The Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) has issued permission for “major equipment erection” at Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project (KKNPP) Units 5 and 6. Atomic Energy Regulatory Board is India’s premier regulatory authority for nuclear and radiation safety. It was constituted on November 15, 1983, by the President of […]
Fiber Optic Drones
Fiber Optic Drones: It was observed that the Hezbollah is using Fiber Optic Drones against Israel. Fiber optic drones are specialized unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) that integrate fiber optic technology. Fiber optic drones operate by using optical fiber cables instead of traditional wireless systems. These are operated while connected to the ground through a fiber […]
India Allows 100% FDI In Insurance Sector Under Automatic Route
India Allows 100% FDI In Insurance Sector Under Automatic Route: India had allowed the 100% foreign direct investment in the insurance sector under the automatic route. The central government has notified the new amendments to the Foreign Exchange Management (Non-debt Instruments) Rules, 2019 on the 2nd May, 2026. After this move it is expected that […]
