Three Initiatives Aimed At Bolstering Crop Insurance And Supporting Farmers In India: The Agriculture Minister recently launched three initiatives aimed at bolstering crop insurance and supporting farmers in India. The initiatives include the Kisan Rakshak Helpline 14447 and Portal, the Agri-Insurance Sandbox Framework Platform SARTHI, and a Learning Management System (LMS) Platform. SARTHI Developed in […]
Kilkari Program And Mobile Academy
Kilkari Program And Mobile Academy: The Central Government launched the Kilkari program and Mobile Academy in Maharashtra and Gujarat. Kilkari offers weekly IVRS-based audio messages on reproductive, maternal, neonatal, and child health care (RMNCH). Mobile Academy provides free audio training to ASHAs to enhance their knowledge and communication skills via mobile phones. The initiative aims […]
Sada Tanseeq : Maiden Joint Military Exercise
Sada Tanseeq : Maiden Joint Military Exercise The maiden joint military exercise ‘Sada Tanseeq’ between the Indian Army and the Royal Saudi Land Force concluded at Mahajan Field Firing Ranges. It was a 12-day joint exercise that aimed to achieve interoperability between the two forces and acquaint each other with operational procedures and combat drills […]
Brumation : Reptilian Survival Strategy
Brumation : Reptilian Survival Strategy Researchers have observed instances of brumation in various reptilian species across habitats. Brumation is the name to describe a period of dormancy or slowed activity in reptiles, much like hibernation in mammals. It typically occurs during colder months, when temperatures drop and food becomes scarce. During brumation, reptiles may retreat […]
High Altitude Pseudo-Satellite (HAPS)
High Altitude Pseudo-Satellite (HAPS): The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) – National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL) recently conducted successful tests on a High Altitude Pseudo-Satellite (HAPS), marking a significant milestone in unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology. High Altitude Pseudo-Satellite (HAPS) is a solar-powered UAV. It can generate solar energy and remain in the air […]
Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Bill, 2024
Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Bill, 2024: The two houses of the Parliament recently approved the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Bill, 2024. Major Provisions of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Bill, 2024: The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, has long been a cornerstone of […]
Retail Inflation
Retail Inflation: India’s retail inflation eased to a three-month low of 5.1% recently. Retail inflation, also known as Consumer Price Index (CPI)inflation, tracks the change in retail prices of goods and services which households purchase for their daily consumption. CPI is calculated for a fixed basket of goods and services that may or may not […]
Bor Tiger Reserve
Bor Tiger Reserve: The Bor Tiger Reserve (BTR) recently sought Rs 1 crore for various works to start wildlife safaris in the Bangdapur and Hingni forest ranges. Bor Tiger Reserve is a wildlife sanctuary which was declared a tiger reserve in July 2014. It is located in the Wardha District of Maharashtra. It is the […]
Great Backyard Bird Count
Great Backyard Bird Count: In a remarkable display of citizen science and enthusiasm for birdwatching, India emerged as a key participant in the annual Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC). Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) is an annual, four-day event that engages bird enthusiasts of all ages around the world in counting birds to create a […]
Banking Current Affairs : 14th Feb 2024
Today’s Current Affairs: 14th Feb 2024 for SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc Sarojini Naidu Birth Anniversary 2024: Sarojini Naidu’s birth anniversary is celebrated on February 13th every year. She was a renowned Indian freedom fighter, poet, politician, and the first woman Governor of Uttar Pradesh. She was also the […]
