PIB Summaries 30 September 2024
CONTENTS Paryatan Mitra And Paryatan Didi Initiative Context: Recently, the Ministry of Tourism has launched a national responsible tourism initiative titled Paryatan Mitra and Paryatan Didi. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Paryatan Mitra and Paryatan Didi Initiative The Paryatan Mitra and Paryatan Didi Initiative is aimed at enhancing the tourist experience across India […]
PIB Summaries 28 September 2024
CONTENTS PARAM Rudra Supercomputer Context: Recently, the Prime Minister of India virtually launched three Param Rudra Super Computing Systems and a High Performance Computing (HPC) system for weather and climate research. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: About PARAM Rudra Supercomputer: What is a High-Performance Computing (HPC) System? What is National Supercomputing Mission […]
PIB Summaries 27 September 2024
CONTENTS Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitats Scheme Context: The Union Cabinet has recently given its approval to continue the Centrally Sponsored Scheme of Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitats (IDWH) for the duration of the 15th Finance Commission cycle, spanning 2021 to 2026. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: About IDWH (Integrated […]
PIB Summaries 26 September 2024
CONTENTS Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Context Recently, Antyodaya Diwas was observed on 25th September, 2024 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya. Relevance: GS I: Personalities in News Dimensions of the Article: About Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Ji About the Ideals of Pandit Ji About Major Schemes in the name of Pandit Ji CSIRT-Power Context: Recently, the union Minister for […]
PIB Summaries 25 September 2024
CONTENTS Gingee Fort Nominated for UNESCO World Heritage Site Context: Gingee Fort, located in Tamil Nadu’s Villupuram district, has been officially nominated for inclusion in UNESCO’s World Heritage Site list. This nomination is part of a larger initiative titled the “Maratha Military Landscapes,” which aims to recognize and preserve 12 significant forts that highlight the […]
PIB Summaries 24 September 2024
CONTENTS Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan Context: Recently, the Union Cabinet approved Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan (PMJUGA) for improving the socio-economic condition of tribal communities. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Key Facts About the PMJUGA: Goals of the Mission: Developing Enabling Infrastructure: Innovative Schemes to Promote Tribal Livelihood under PMJUGA: Goa […]
PIB Summaries 23 September 2024
CONTENTS FATF Releases Mutual Evaluation Report on India Context: The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) recently published its Mutual Evaluation Report on India, recognizing the country’s substantial progress in combating illicit finance and strengthening its financial system. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights: Recommendations: Financial Action Task Force (FATF) FATF […]
PIB Summaries 21 September 2024
CONTENTS Indian Navy Announces Second Women Circumnavigation Expedition Context: The Indian Navy has announced its second all-women circumnavigation expedition and unveiled the official expedition logo, marking a significant step in promoting women’s participation in maritime endeavors. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Indian Navy’s All-Women Circumnavigation Expedition Launch of Swabhav Swachhata Sanskaar Swachhata (4S) 2024 Campaign Context: […]
PIB Summaries 20 September 2024
CONTENTS Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan Context: The Union cabinet recently extended the PM-AASHA price support scheme in agriculture till 2025-26. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions PM-AASHA Price Support Scheme (PSS) Price Deficiency Payment Scheme (PDPS) Pilot of Private Procurement and Stockist Schemes (PPSS) Operational Guidelines Venus Orbiter Mission Context: Recently, the […]
PIB Summaries 19 September 2024
CONTENTS Bio-RIDE Scheme Context: Recently, the Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister of India approved continuation of the two umbrella schemes of Department of Biotechnology (DBT), merged as one scheme-‘Biotechnology Research Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development (Bio- RIDE). Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Bio-RIDE Initiative: Components of the Scheme: […]