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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
Artemis Accords : In News
Artemis Accords : In News Jordan signed the Artemis Accords at NASA Headquarters. It was launched in 2020. The Artemis Accords are a non-binding set of principles designed to guide civil space exploration It provides a common set of principles to enhance the governance of the civil exploration and use of outer space. It was […]
Malaria : Study
Malaria : Study The World Health Organization announced that it had given prequalification approval to a malaria treatment for newborns and infants for the first time. Malaria is a life-threatening febrile illness caused by Plasmodium parasites. It is transmitted through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. It is not contagious, but can be spread […]
Narcotics Analysis & RAG-based Investigation Tool (NARIT-AI)
Narcotics Analysis & RAG-based Investigation Tool (NARIT-AI): The Gujarat Police has introduced the Narcotics Analysis & RAG-based Investigation Tool (NARIT-AI) to address declining conviction rates in drug-related cases, which fell to 25% in 2022. NARIT-AI is a specialized, private artificial intelligence system designed to assist law enforcement officers in the investigation and prosecution of complex […]
Strengthening India’s Food Processing Ecosystem
Strengthening India’s Food Processing Ecosystem: The Ministry of Food Processing Industries has reported that the Production-Linked Incentive Scheme (PLISFPI) has significantly outperformed its targets, creating 3.39 lakh jobs against a goal of 2.5 lakh by 2026. The Food Processing Industry (FPI) acts as a high-value link between agriculture and manufacturing. It involves the transformation of […]
India-Republic of Korea Strategic Vision 2026–2030
India-Republic of Korea Strategic Vision 2026–2030: India and the Republic of Korea (ROK) have unveiled a Joint Strategic Vision for 2026–2030 during the state visit of South Korean President Lee Jae Myung to India. The vision outlines an ambitious roadmap to deepen the India–ROK Special Strategic Partnership across political, economic, technological, and cultural domains. The […]
Truck Mounted Attenuator
Truck Mounted Attenuator: The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has introduced truck mounted safety system i.e Truck Mounted Attenuator to reduce risks in construction and maintenance zones. Truck Mounted Attenuators are specially designed impact-absorbing safety devices that play a critical role in protecting both workers and road users. In the event of a […]
Mainstreaming Disaster Resilience into Infrastructure Project Report
Mainstreaming Disaster Resilience into Infrastructure Project Report: India is mainstreaming disaster resilience to protect its $4.51 trillion infrastructure pipeline and public finances from escalating climate risks that cost the country up to 2% of its GDP annually.The report is a strategic study by the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI), developed in partnership with India’s […]
