Krishi Nivesh Portal: In a bid to boost and expedite investments in the agriculture sector, the government is working to integrate schemes from various ministries and state governments under a unified digital platform the Krishi Nivesh portal. It is an initiative by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare to facilitate farmers and investors. The […]
Category: Current Affairs
Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary
Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary: A rare Arctic seabird, the Sabine’s Gull, was spotted at Gujarat’s Nalsarovar Wildlife Sanctuary recently — its first recorded sighting in India since 2013, when it was seen in Kerala. It is located approximately 64 km west of Ahmedabad in Gujarat. It is a natural lake with shallow waters and muddy lagoons, […]
IndiaAI Mission
IndiaAI Mission: The selection of three new startups for building India’s own Foundation Model, the IndiaAI Mission, has taken a significant leap toward strengthening indigenous AI capabilities. IndiaAI Mission was initially launched as a joint initiative between the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology and Nasscom in 2023. This initiative aims to bolster India’s AI […]
Zangezur Corridor
Zangezur Corridor: The Zangezur Corridor has become a topic of discussion following a recent meeting between Armenia’s Security Council Secretary and India’s National Security Advisor in New Delhi. Zangezur Corridor is a proposed transport route designed to connect Azerbaijan’s mainland with its exclave, the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, bypassing Armenia’s Syunik Province. Zangezur, which is currently […]
Vitamin B9 (Folate) : New Study
Vitamin B9 (Folate) : New Study According to a recent study by the All-India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), nearly 41 per cent of urban adolescents in government schools across northern India suffer from folate or vitamin B9 deficiency, which might be affecting their growth and development. Folate is the natural form of vitamin B9, […]
DHRUVA (Digital Hub for Reference and Unique Virtual Address)
DHRUVA (Digital Hub for Reference and Unique Virtual Address): The Department of Posts has introduced a far-reaching digital policy titled DHRUVA—Digital Hub for Reference and Unique Virtual Address. Developed by the Department of Posts, DHRUVA sets the foundation for a nationwide Digital Address Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI). DHRUVA outlines a framework for creating a standardized, […]
Thrombectomy
Thrombectomy: The Technology Development Board (TDB), under the Centre’s Department of Science and Technology (DST), recently announced financial support for the development of India’s first indigenous thrombectomy device for stroke care. A thrombectomy is a surgical or interventional treatment to remove blood clots in an artery or vein to help restore blood flow through your […]
RBI Annual Report 2024-25
RBI Annual Report 2024-25: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released its Annual Report 2024-25, providing a comprehensive overview of the country’s monetary policy, financial stability, regulatory initiatives, and key economic developments. RBI Annual Report 2024-25: Global growth slowed to 3.3% in 2024, below the historical average of 3.7% (2000-19). Growth in 2025 expected at […]
Primates in Peril : Report
Primates in Peril : Report A recent report titled Primates in Peril highlights the increasing risks faced by 25 primate species from across the globe. Out of 25 primates, 6 species belong to Africa, 4 species from Madagascar, 9 species from Asia, and 6 species from South America (Neotropics) Most Endangered Primates: The Cross River […]
Valley of Flowers National Park : Reopened
Valley of Flowers National Park : Reopened The Valley of Flowers in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district reopened to tourists for this year. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and forms one of the two core zones (the other being the Nanda Devi National Park) of the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve. The valley is believed to […]
