Advancing Small-Scale Fisheries: India has taken over the Chairmanship of the Bay of Bengal Inter-Governmental Organisation (BOBP-IGO) from Bangladesh reinforcing its commitment to the blue economy. India aims to improve livelihoods, sustainability, and economic development of the Small-Scale Fisheries (SSF). It is a regional fisheries body supporting SSF in the Bay of Bengal. Members include […]
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Tea Horse Road
Tea Horse Road: China’s Ambassador to India highlighted the Ancient Tea Horse Road, connecting China to India via Tibet, emphasizing its centuries-old role in facilitating exchanges between China and the Indian subcontinent. Tea Horse road, often referred to as the Southern Silk Road, is a network of caravan paths and a crucial trade route that […]
Self-Testing of HIV
Self-Testing of HIV: A study by the Indian Council of Medical Research-National Institute of Translational Virology and AIDS Research (ICMR-NITVAR) and Mizoram University has highlighted the success of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) self-testing in Mizoram.The study examined HIV self-testing implementation in Mizoram, which has India’s highest HIV prevalence (2.73%), 13 times the national average.The epidemic […]
1st Regional Dialogue on Social Justice
1st Regional Dialogue on Social Justice: he first ever Regional Dialogue on Social Justice under the Global Coalition for Social Justice was held in New Delhi.It also marked the 74th Foundation Day of Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) (founded on 24th February 1952).Launched in 2023 by the International Labour Organization (ILO), it aims to tackle […]
Kota Cares Initiative
Kota Cares Initiative: The Kota district administration introduced student welfare reforms under the “Kota Cares” initiative to tackle stress, mental health concerns, and safety issues among coaching students.A student support initiative aimed at reducing stress, improving safety, and enhancing well-being for 1.25 lakh students in Kota’s coaching centers.Aim is to create a safe, supportive, and […]
Project Farm Vibes
Project Farm Vibes: Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella highlighted Project Farm Vibes in Baramati, showcasing how AI-driven solutions improved crop yield by 40% and reduced fertilizer use by 25%.A suite of AI-driven agricultural technologies developed by Microsoft Research to enhance farming efficiency, sustainability, and productivity.It Uses satellite data, IoT sensors, drones, and AI algorithms to generate […]
Internet Shutdown in India : Report
Internet Shutdown in India : Report India recorded 84 internet shutdowns in 2024, the highest among democratic countries, according to Access Now’s report. It is the first time in six years that India did not top the global list, with Myanmar surpassing India with 85 shutdowns.A government-imposed disruption of internet services to restrict access to […]
Mass Nesting of Olive Ridley
Mass Nesting of Olive Ridley: Nearly 700,000 Olive Ridley turtles have laid eggs at the Rushikulya rookery in Odisha’s Ganjam district during the eight-day arribada (Spanish for mass nesting) that concluded on February 23, 2025. This marks a record-breaking number, especially significant as the endangered marine species had skipped nesting at the beach the previous […]
SEBI Fines BSE’s ICCL ₹5 Crore for Regulatory Violations
SEBI Fines BSE’s ICCL ₹5 Crore for Regulatory Violations: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has fined the Indian Clearing Corporation Ltd. (ICCL), a subsidiary of BSE Ltd., ₹5.05 crore for regulatory breaches. The penalty was imposed after an inspection uncovered non-compliance with SEBI’s cybersecurity framework, IT asset management.
RBI Raises Small Loan Limit for UCBs to ₹3 Crore
RBI Raises Small Loan Limit for UCBs to ₹3 Crore: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has revised the small-value loan ceiling for Urban Co-operative Banks (UCBs), increasing it to ₹3 crore per borrower. This change is part of a broader initiative to redefine small-value loans and strengthen the financial stability of UCBs. While the […]
