Matsya-6000: India is now set to launch ‘Samudrayaan’ – involving its first manned submersible called ‘Matsya-6000’, which will descend 6,000 metres into the Bay of Bengal with a three-man crew. Matsya-6000 is a manned submersible vehicledeveloped by the National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT), Chennai. It was developed under the Samudrayaan mission to facilitate humans […]
Tag: 20th Sep 2023
Vibhav Anti-Tank Munition
Vibhav Anti-Tank Munition: Six hundred indigenously manufactured self-neutralising anti-tank mines, known as “Vibhav”, have been recently inducted into the Indian Army. Vibhav Anti-Tank Munition is a self-neutralising anti-tank mine. Designed and developed completely indigenously in a joint venture with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) in India, “Vibhav” is a point-attack anti-tank munition. It […]
Kisan Rin Portal
Kisan Rin Portal: The Finance Minister and Agriculture Minister will inaugurate the ‘Kisan Rin Portal’ Kisan Rin Portal helps farmers avail of subsidised loans under the Kisan Credit Card (KCC). It was developed in collaboration with multiple government departments. It offers a comprehensive view of farmer data, loan disbursement specifics, interest subvention claims, and scheme […]
Bima Sugam Platform
Bima Sugam Platform: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has formed a steering committee, which will act as the apex decision-making body for the creation of its ambitious Bima Sugam platform. Bima Sugam platformwill enable individuals to buy life, health, motor or property insurance policies online. The platform will enable easy access […]
Operation Sajag
Operation Sajag: The Indian Coast Guard recently conducted ‘Operation Sajag,’ a Coastal Security Drill along the Western Coast. Operation Sajag is a coastal security drill conducted by the Indian Coast Guard along the west coast. It involved all stakeholders of the Indian coastal security construct. A total of 118 ships, including those from Customs, Marine […]
SHREYAS Scheme
SHREYAS Scheme: Under the umbrella scheme SHREYAS, from 2014-15 until 2022-23, a total of 1628.89 crore rupees have been released to benefit 21326 beneficiaries. The Scholarships for Higher Education for Young Achievers Scheme- SHREYAS comprises four central sector sub-schemes. All these sub-schemes are central sector schemes. Free Coaching Scheme for SCs and OBCs: The objective […]
Sacred Ensembles Of The Hoysalas : UNESCO’s World Heritage List
Sacred Ensembles Of The Hoysalas : UNESCO’s World Heritage List The Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas, which include three temples in Karnataka, have been inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. The Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas consist of a collection of Hoysala temples. These were built in the 12th-13th centuries and are represented here by […]
PM Vishwakarma Scheme
PM Vishwakarma Scheme: The Prime Minister of India has launched the ‘Prime Minister (PM) Vishwakarma Scheme’ on the occasion of Vishwakarma Jayanti. The scheme is designed to uplift traditional artisans and craftspeople engaged in various occupations like blacksmithing, goldsmithing, pottery, carpentry, and sculpting, with a focus on preserving cultural heritage and integrating them into the […]
Ayushman Bhav Campaign
Ayushman Bhav Campaign: In a move towards achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and ensuring healthcare for all, the President of India virtually launched the Ayushman Bhav campaign and the Ayushman Bhava portal. This initiative aims to deliver healthcare services to the last mile and consolidate access and affordability for underserved populations. The campaign also raises […]
World Economic Forum Chief Economists Outlook
World Economic Forum Chief Economists Outlook: Recently released World Economic Forum’s Chief Economists Outlook report states that Global economic uncertainty is taking a toll on SDG progress. World Economic Forum’s Chief Economists Outlook Published in September 2023 by World Economic Forum(WEF) The World Economic Forum’s latest Chief Economists Outlook report, highlights the economic challenges that […]
