Shekha Jheel Bird Sanctuary as India’s 99th Ramsar Site: The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has designated Shekha Jheel Bird Sanctuary in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, as a Ramsar site (Wetland of International Importance), taking India’s total Ramsar sites to 99 and the State’s tally to 12. It is a 25-hectare freshwater perennial […]
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SEED Scheme for DNT Communities
SEED Scheme for DNT Communities: The Development and Welfare Board for De-notified, Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Communities (DWBDNC) reported significant progress under the SEED Scheme during FY 2025–26, highlighting enhanced outreach and impact. SEED Scheme is a central sector scheme launched in February 2022 by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment for economic empowerment of […]
RBI Eases Rupee NDF Curbs
RBI Eases Rupee NDF Curbs: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) partially rolled back earlier restrictions on rupee-linked non-deliverable forward (NDF) transactions after improved market stability and reduced arbitrage risks. Banks are now permitted to undertake limited related-party transactions such as cancellation and rollover of existing contracts, while broader restrictions on forex derivatives remain in […]
1st Structured Pulse Procurement in Bihar
1st Structured Pulse Procurement in Bihar: The Government of India has strengthened Minimum Support Price(MSP)-based procurement under PM-AASHA, expanding operations in Chhattisgarh and launching Bihar’s first structured pulse procurement initiative under the Atmanirbhar Pulses Mission to support farmers and enhance self-reliance.Bihar Pulse Procurement Initiative: Organised procurement of masoor (lentil) initiated in Bihar led by the […]
India–Egypt Defence Cooperation
India–Egypt Defence Cooperation: India and Egypt held the 11th Joint Defence Committee meeting in Cairo to strengthen bilateral defence cooperation and outline a roadmap for future engagement.Both sides agreed on a forward-looking plan focusing on expanding structured military interactions, intensifying joint training, enhancing maritime security cooperation, and increasing the scope and complexity of military exercises.India […]
Rail Link to Bauxite Hills in Odisha
Rail Link to Bauxite Hills in Odisha: The government proposed a new broad-gauge railway line from Tikiri to connect Sijimali and Kutrumali bauxite hills in Odisha, notified under the Railways Act, 1989, to facilitate mining operations in bauxite-rich regions.The bauxite hills lie in Rayagada and Kalahandi districts, forming part of the Eastern Ghats, a discontinuous, […]
Soul Threads
Soul Threads: The Central Cottage Industries Corporation of India (CCIC) has launched its first heritage designer collection, Soul Threads, marking a major step in its revival and cultural promotion strategy.Soul Threads is the inaugural heritage designer collection launched by the Central Cottage Industries Corporation of India (CCIC) to celebrate and promote India’s artisanal legacy through […]
Bhoramdeo Wildlife Sanctuary
Bhoramdeo Wildlife Sanctuary: The Chhattisgarh government is set to launch a new jungle safari in the Bhoramdeo Wildlife Sanctuary soon. Bhoramdeo Wildlife Sanctuary, also known as Bhoramdev Wildlife Sanctuary, is located in the Kabirdham district of Chhattisgarh. It is part of the larger Maikal range of the Satpura hills, which is known for its unique […]
Luzon Island
Luzon Island: China’s military recently said it conducted military drills including live-fire exercises in waters east of the Philippines’ Luzon Island. Luzon Island is the largest and most important island of the Philippines. It is found in the northern part of the country. More than half of the Filipino population lives on Luzon. Manila, the […]
Hindu Kush Himalaya : New Report
Hindu Kush Himalaya: New Report According to a new report by the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) region sees record 27% drop in snow persistence. It extends around 3,500 km over eight countries — Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Nepal, Myanmar, and Pakistan. It runs northeast to southwest and divides […]
