Why in news? The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning about the upcoming summer season, predicting prolonged heatwave spells across various regions of the country from April to June. This comprehensive forecast aims to provide insights into the expected weather conditions and their potential impacts on different parts of India. IMD’s Heatwave Forecast: … Read more
Why in news? PM Modi inaugurated the foundation for 554 Amrit Bharat stations, a government initiative aimed at revitalizing crucial railway stations nationwide, alongside unveiling rail overbridges and underbridges. What is Amrit Bharat Station Scheme Overview: The Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, launched in February 2023 by the Ministry of Railways, is set to revitalize 1309 … Read more
Why in news? The eagerly awaited INDUS-X Summit is set to take place. The two-day summit represents an important turning point in the defence innovation cooperation between the United States and India. Under the Department of Defense Production, Ministry of Defense, and Department of Defense, US, it is being organized by Innovations for Defense Excellence, … Read more
About BharatNet Project Size and Scope: BharatNet is recognized as one of the world’s largest rural telecom projects, designed to provide broadband connectivity to rural areas across India. Phased Implementation: The project is executed in stages, with the aim of extending broadband access to all Gram Panchayats in the country. This approach ensures systematic deployment … Read more
Why in News? Under the direction of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, the Defence Acquisition Council, or DAC, approved capital acquisition plans totalling Rs 84,560 crore on Thursday in order to strengthen the capabilities of the Indian Coast Guard and the Indian Armed Forces. The proposals include new generation anti-tank mines, Air Defence Tactical Control Radar, … Read more
Why Lentil Production in News? According to the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, increased acreage will cause India to overtake other countries as the world’s leading Lentil Production in the 2023–24 crop year. On larger acreage, the nation’s lentil production is predicted to reach an all-time high of 1.6 million tones in the 2023–24 rabi season. … Read more