National Research Foundation (NRF)
Context: The Union Cabinet approved the National Research Foundation (NRF) Bill 2023, which will establish NRF as an apex body to provide high-level strategic direction to scientific research in the country. Relevance: GS II: Education Dimensions of the Article: Salient Features of the NRF Bill 2023 The NRF Bill 2023, which aims to establish the […]
About PRAGATI
Focus: GS II: Polity and Governance Why in News? Prime Minister earlier chaired the meeting of the 42nd edition of PRAGATI, the ICT-based multi-modal platform for Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation, involving Centre and State governments. About PRAGATI
About UTPRERAK
Focus: Facts for Prelims Why in News? Recently, the Union Minister of State for Power inaugurated UTPRERAK, a dedicated Centre of Excellence, to accelerate industry adoption of clean technologies in New Delhi. About UTPRERAK: UTPRERAK, also known as the Advanced Industrial Technology Demonstration Centre (AITDC), is a Centre of Excellence established by the Bureau of […]
PV Narasimha Rao Birth Anniversary
Focus: Facts for prelims Why in News? The Prime Minister has paid tribute to former Prime Minister, Shri PV Narasimha Rao Ji on his birth anniversary. PV Narasimha Rao Early Life and Background: Contributions to Rural Development: Tenure as Prime Minister: Other Notable Achievements:
Current Affairs 29 June 2023
CONTENTS National Research Foundation (NRF) Context: The Union Cabinet approved the National Research Foundation (NRF) Bill 2023, which will establish NRF as an apex body to provide high-level strategic direction to scientific research in the country. Relevance: GS II: Education Dimensions of the Article: Salient Features of the NRF Bill 2023 The NRF Bill 2023, which […]
PIB Summaries 29 June 2023
CONTENTS UTPRERAK Focus: Facts for Prelims Why in News? Recently, the Union Minister of State for Power inaugurated UTPRERAK, a dedicated Centre of Excellence, to accelerate industry adoption of clean technologies in New Delhi. About UTPRERAK: UTPRERAK, also known as the Advanced Industrial Technology Demonstration Centre (AITDC), is a Centre of Excellence established by the […]
Static Quiz 29 June 2023 (History)
Order of the Nile Award
Context: Recently, the Egyptian President conferred the country’s highest state honour “Order of the Nile” award to the Prime Minister of India. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Order of the Nile Award: Design and Symbolism: Significance: -Source: Indian Express
Red-Eared Sliders Turtle
Context: Recently, Officers of the Customs Air Intelligence Unit (AIU) seized 6,850 live red-eared sliders, a species of turtle, from two male passengers who arrived at the Tiruchi international airport. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Red-eared Sliders Turtle: Appearance: Diet: Conservation Status: -Source: Down To Earth
Report Fish Disease App
Context: The Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying will launch the Report Fish Disease (RFD) App at Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: About the Report Fish Disease App: Benefits of the App: About Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana It has two components The areas expected to […]