Current Affairs
Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY)
Why in the news? The Centre on Monday sanctioned 25 lakh additional LPG connections under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) during the current financial year. Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) Launched: May 1, 2016 at Ballia (Uttar Pradesh). Nodal … Continue reading
Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdictions (BBNJ)
Why in the news? The BBNJ Treaty crossed the threshold of 60 ratifications, with Morocco and Sierra Leone becoming the 60th and 61st signatories respectively, paving the way to enter into force in January 2026. Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdictions (BBNJ) … Continue reading
Smog-Eating Photocatalytic Coatings
Why in the news? Delhi government has decided to conduct a study on the use of Smog Eating Photocatalytic Coatings on roads, pavements and public spaces to reduce pollutants such as nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) and harmful hydrocarbons. Smog-Eating Photocatalytic Coatings … Continue reading
Project Vijayak
Why in the news? The Project Vijayak of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) celebrated its 15th Raising Day at Kargil, Ladakh. Project Vijayak Launched by: Border Roads Organisation (BRO) in 2010. Name Origin: Derived from Operation Vijay (Kargil War, 1999) … Continue reading
Smog Eating Photocatalytic Coatings
Why in the news? Delhi government has decided to conduct a study on the use of Smog Eating Photocatalytic Coatings on roads, pavements and public spaces to reduce pollutants such as nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) and harmful hydrocarbons. Smog Eating Photocatalytic … Continue reading
Morocco and Sierra Leone
Why in the news? The BBNJ Treaty crossed the threshold of 60 ratifications, with Morocco and Sierra Leone becoming the 60th and 61st signatories respectively, paving the way to enter into force in January 2026. Morocco Location: Morocco is a … Continue reading
EPFO Passbook Lite
Why in the news? EPFO launches Passbook Lite for easier access to PF balance and other details such as contributions and withdrawals. EPFO Passbook Lite What is it?: It is a new feature introduced by the EPFO that allows members … Continue reading
El Nino
Why in the news? A new study published in the Science journal showed that heavy downpours of over 50% are more likely in India during the El Nino period. El Nino What is it?: El Niño (meaning “the little boy” … Continue reading
Industrial Park Rating System 3.0
Why in the news? The Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry launched Industrial Park Rating System 3.0 to benchmark industrial parks and boost Make in India initiative. Industrial Park Rating System 3.0 What is it?: It is an initiative by … Continue reading
Baltic Sea
Why in the news? Germany said that a Russian military plane entered airspace over the Baltic Sea. Baltic Sea Location Semi-enclosed inland sea in Northern Europe, part of the North Atlantic Ocean system. Lies between the Scandinavian Peninsula and continental … Continue reading