Global Environment Facility: The Global Environment Facility has approved US$52.8 million for four new UN Environment Programme–led projects at its 70th Council meeting.The Global Environment Facility (GEF) is a multilateral environmental financing mechanism that provides grants and blended finance to developing countries and economies in transition to address global environmental challenges.
Category: Current Affairs
Karur Vysya Bank Cuts Base Rate and BPLR
Karur Vysya Bank Cuts Base Rate and BPLR: Karur Vysya Bank has announced a reduction in its lending rates, providing potential relief to borrowers. As per an exchange filing, the private sector bank will revise both its Base Rate and Benchmark Prime Lending Rate (BPLR) with effect from January 7, 2026, reflecting an easing stance […]
India’s Largest Inland Rainbow Trout Farm Launched in Telangana
India’s Largest Inland Rainbow Trout Farm Launched in Telangana: India’s fisheries sector marked a major technological milestone with the launch of a large-scale trout farming project in Telangana. Traditionally limited to cold Himalayan regions, trout cultivation has now been successfully adapted to a warm inland climate. The initiative reflects India’s push toward innovation-driven aquaculture, value […]
India Introduces New e-Business Visa for Chinese Nationals
India Introduces New e-Business Visa for Chinese Nationals: India has launched a new electronic business visa category to simplify and regulate business travel for Chinese nationals. The e Production Investment Business Visa, called the e-B-4 Visa, aims to support legitimate business activities and respond to rising demand for structured business engagement between India and China.India […]
Eastern Imperial Eagle Spotted at Mudumalai Tiger Reserve
Eastern Imperial Eagle Spotted at Mudumalai Tiger Reserve: A rare migratory bird of prey, the Eastern Imperial Eagle, has been spotted at Mudumalai Tiger Reserve during the 2025–26 winter season. Wildlife experts say the sighting confirms Mudumalai’s growing role as an important winter refuge for long-distance migratory raptors visiting the Indian subcontinent.The Eastern Imperial Eagle, […]
MoSPI launches new logo and mascot Sankhyiki
MoSPI launches new logo and mascot Sankhyiki: Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) unveiled its new logo and official mascot ‘Sankhyiki (सांख्यिकी)’ in New Delhi, Delhi. This initiative marks an important step towards modernising the ministry’s institutional identity, strengthening public outreach, and reinforcing the importance of official statistics in national development.The launch aligns with […]
DRDO Develops Portable Water Purifier for Soldiers in Remote Areas
DRDO Develops Portable Water Purifier for Soldiers in Remote Areas: India’s defence research ecosystem has taken another step to support troops operating in extreme and remote conditions. The Defence Research and Development Organisation has developed a portable water purification system that can be manually operated in the field. Designed mainly for soldiers, the system can […]
Justice A Muhamed Mustaque Appointed Chief Justice of Sikkim High Court
Justice A Muhamed Mustaque Appointed Chief Justice of Sikkim High Court: The judiciary in Sikkim witnessed an important development with the appointment of a new Chief Justice to its High Court. The swearing-in ceremony marks a leadership transition aimed at strengthening the delivery of justice in the state. The appointment brings experience from other High […]
Building a Green Economy for Viksit Bharat
Building a Green Economy for Viksit Bharat: A recent CEEW report on ‘Building a Green Economy for Viksit Bharat’ has highlighted that India cannot achieve its USD 30 trillion economy target by 2047 without mainstreaming women into green value chains.The inclusion of women in India’s green economy refers to expanding women’s participation, leadership, and income […]
Dharmendra Pradhan to Release 41 New Books on India’s Classical Languages
Dharmendra Pradhan to Release 41 New Books on India’s Classical Languages: India is taking another step to preserve and promote its classical language heritage. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan will release 41 newly developed literary works prepared by Centres of Excellence for classical languages. The initiative reflects the government’s focus on making ancient knowledge accessible […]
