Current Affairs
ISRO’s Launch Vehicle
Launch vehicles are rockets that help in placing the satellite and space missions to a particular orbit envisioned by the scientist. The type of launch vehicle to be used depends on the orbit to which a particular satellite has to … Continue reading
Renaming of State
Article 3 of the Constitution provides for the formation of new States and the alteration of areas, boundaries, or names of existing States. The proposal to rename Kerala to Keralam has been initiated by the union government. How can a … Continue reading
Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)
The Convention on Biological Diversity is dedicated to promoting sustainable development and the 1992 Rio Earth Summit. The core focus is to encourage actions that will lead to a sustainable future. What is biodiversity? Biodiversity is all the different kinds … Continue reading
What is Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)?
Direct Benefit Transfer is the newest mechanism of transferring cash subsidies and benefits to the beneficiaries. It was introduced to address the challenges of physical cash transfer to the beneficiaries. What you need to know? The funds are directly transferred … Continue reading
C Rajagopalachari
Chakravarti Rajagopalachari, popularly referred to as Rajaji, was referred to as the ‘Keeper of his conscience’ by Mahatma Gandhi . Facts to know He participated in agitations against the Rowlett Act, the Non-Cooperation movement, the Vaikom Satyagraha, and the Civil … Continue reading
Green Ammonia
Green ammonia is synonymous with ecofriendly Ammonia, while Grey Ammonia is synonymous with carbon-releasing production methodology. It is through the Haber Process that Ammonia is produced. How is Green Ammonia helpful? Will help in decarbonizing India’s fertilizer sector. The present … Continue reading
Smoke Vortex
A vortex ring is a circular-shaped ring of spinning gases that move together as a unit. What you need to know about VORTEX? Volcanoes produce massive, visible vortex rings formed by the condensation of steam. The ring is formed because … Continue reading
Biopharma SHAKTI
A budget 2026-27 scheme focusing on transforming India into a biomanufacturing hub. The initiative, with a ₹10,000 crore, five-year outlay, focuses on making India a global innovator. Biopharma involves the production, manufacturing, or extraction of therapies through biological organisms, such … Continue reading
BharatNet Programme
BharatNet Programme is the world’s largest rural broadband project to provide uninterrupted broadband connectivity. The scheme under Ministry of Communications, seeks to empower rural India, fostering inclusive growth and bridging the gap between urban and rural communities. What you need to know? … Continue reading
Ionizing Radiation
Ionising radiation refers to radiation that has enough energy to break an electron away from an atom, a process called ionisation. Ionizing radiation is high-energy electromagnetic waves (gamma, X-rays) or particles (alpha, beta, neutrons) emitted by unstable atoms. What are the features? … Continue reading