1. Cabinet approves Central Sector Scheme “National Forensic Infrastructure Enhancement Scheme” (N.F.l.E.S.) (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2026704 ) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies Context The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the National Forensic Infrastructure Enhancement Scheme (NFIES) with a budget of Rs. 2254.43 crore for 2024-29. The scheme aims to boost…
1. The Post Office Act 2023 comes into effect from today Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity & Governance Context:- “The Post Office Act, 2023” modernises India’s postal services by removing monopolies, enhancing citizen-centric and banking services. Effective from 18th June 2024, it aims to streamline operations and introduce new standards for addressing and postal code…
1. DoT announces two significant calls for proposals aimed at catalyzing innovation and technological advancement in the telecommunications sector (Source –https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2025988) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context Department of Telecommunications (DoT) announced two proposals: 5G Intelligent Village and Quantum Encryption Algorithm (QEA), which aimed to catalyse innovation and technological advancement in the telecom sector….
1. “300 women Scientists to get research grants for 3 years under CSIR- ASPIRE scheme” says Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Education, GS2 – Governance – Government policies Context Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister, highlighted India’s strides in science and technology, emphasising women scientists’ support, sustainable bio-economy initiatives, and…
1. Ministry of Textiles approved Startups in Technical Textiles to boost innovation: Textiles Secretary Topic: GS2 – Governance GS3 – Science and Technology Context The Ministry of Textiles’ approval of startups under the GREAT scheme aims to boost innovation and sustainability in India’s technical textiles sector. This initiative, part of the National Technical Textiles Mission,…
1. First Session of 18th Lok Sabha to be Held from 24th June to 3rd July, 2024 Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context The upcoming sessions of the 18th Lok Sabha and 264th Rajya Sabha mark the start of a new parliamentary term, with key proceedings including member oaths, the Speaker’s election, and the President’s…
1. JAPAN INDIA MARITIME EXERCISE – 24 (JIMEX – 24) COMMENCED AT YOKOSUKA JAPAN Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context INS Shivalik’s participation in the Japan – India Maritime Exercise 2024 (JIMEX 24) marks the eighth edition of this bilateral exercise since its inception in 2012. The exercise aims to enhance maritime…
1. Government to provide assistance to construct 3 crore rural and urban houses under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies Context The Indian government, through the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, has successfully completed 4.21 crore houses with basic amenities for poor families over the past decade. In response to…
1. Shri Narendra Modi takes oath as Prime Minister for the third term Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context Shri Narendra Modi was sworn in as India’s Prime Minister for a third consecutive term, emphasising his commitment to serving 140 crore Indians. The ceremony, held at Rashtrapati Bhawan, included a diverse Council of Ministers and…
1. CSC signs MoU to convert 10,000 FPOs into CSCs Topic: GS2 – Governance GS3 – Agriculture Context The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between CSC SPV and the Ministry of Agriculture aims to convert 10,000 Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) into Common Service Centers (CSCs). This initiative enhances rural digital empowerment by providing citizen-centric services and…