Advanced High-Altitude Parachute: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has conducted the maiden live jump of the indigenously developed Advanced High-Altitude Parachute (AHAP) at Nyoma (Mudh DZ) in Ladakh. Advanced High-Altitude Parachute is a static-line parachute system for the mass drop of paratroopers. It has been designed and developed by DRDO’s Aerial Delivery Research […]
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SME Growth Fund
SME Growth Fund: The Union Cabinet approved the Government of India’s commitment of Rs.10,000 crore towards the establishment of the SME Growth Fund (SGF). SME Growth Fund is aimed at catalysing growth-oriented capital for India’s Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). It enables the emergence of champion Indian enterprises across manufacturing, services, technology, innovation-driven sectors, and […]
Integrated Transport & Logistics Authority
Integrated Transport & Logistics Authority: The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister of India has approved the setting up of a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) — Integrated Transport and Logistics Authority (ITLA). Integrated Transport & Logistics Authority will function as a specialised institutional mechanism for research, planning, project appraisal, monitoring and impact assessment across transportation […]
What are Petroglyphs?
What are Petroglyphs? A team of archaeologists recently discovered petroglyphs engraved on a granite rock near the recently restored umbrella stone site at Peralam-Kozhummal in Kannur district, Kerala. Petroglyphs (also known as rock engravings) are symbolic images sculpted or engraved on the surface of rocks by removing material from its surface layer with instruments of […]
Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists (BAS)
Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists (BAS): A new assessment published by the regarded Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists (BAS) says India continues to modernise and expand the systems that can deliver nuclear weapons, even as New Delhi maintains its long standing doctrine of no first use. Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists (BAS) is an independent, […]
Central Secretariat Library (CSL)
Central Secretariat Library (CSL): The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognisance of the proposed relocation of the 135-year-old Central Secretariat Library, which reportedly has not been allocated space in the Central Vista redevelopment plan. Central Secretariat Library (CSL) is one of the oldest libraries of the Government of India. It comes under the Ministry […]
What is Creatine?
What is Creatine? Creatine helped middle-aged adults gain muscle and strength even without a structured workout program in a new 12-week study. Creatine is a naturally occurring nitrogen-containing organic compound. It is a natural source of energy that helps skeletal muscles flex (contract). It helps create a steady supply of energy in muscles so they […]
Ichamati River : In News
Ichamati River: In News The traditional Ichamati River Durga idol immersion in Taki has changed due to strict geopolitical borders, heightened surveillance and security mandates. Ichamati River is a transboundary river that flows through both India and Bangladesh. It also forms part of the boundary between the two countries. It is one of the bifurcations […]
G7 Group : Agreed To Release 100 Million Barrels Of Diesel And Crude Oil
G7 Group: Agreed To Release 100 Million Barrels Of Diesel And Crude Oil The Group of Seven (G7) countries agreed to release 100 million barrels of diesel and crude oil from emergency reserves. G7 Group is an informal grouping of seven of the world’s advanced economies. Members: Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, […]
Ramappa Temple
Ramappa Temple: The Kakatiya Heritage Trust has expressed concern over a proposed open-cast mining project by Singareni, alleging that it could pose a threat to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ramappa Temple and Ramappa Lake. Ramappa Temple is located in the state of Telangana. It was constructed in 1213 AD during the reign of the Kakatiya […]
