UNESCO Recognition for Use of ICT in PM eVidya

“Use of ICT in PM e-Vidya scheme” by Ministry of Education won UNESCO’s recognition, called King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize  recently. About PM eVIDYA Programme PM eVIDYA programme was launched by Ministry of Education, as part of ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2022

Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News • Government Schemes Current Affairs

Appointment of new Chief Justices for 5 High Courts

Appointment of new chief Justices in five high courts has been approved by Central Government. Key Facts Ministry of Law and Justice notified the appointment for Uttarakhand, Telangana, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, and Guwahati. Justice Vipin Sanghi of Delhi High Court ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2022

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Daily UPSC Prelims Current Affairs – June 19-20, 2022 [Mock Test]

41. Black Sea Biosphere Reserves was in news recently, with respect to it, consider the following statements: It is located in Ukraine. It is a part of World Network of Biosphere Reserves. It is included in the international list of ..

Konkan Railway Electrified Network

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to dedicate 100% electrification of the Konkan Railway (KR) route to India. He will flag off trains on electric traction from Ratnagiri, Margao and Udupi through video conferencing. Electrification of Konkan Railway Konkan Railway ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2022

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Indian Navy’s Operation Sankalp – Key Facts

Stealth Frigate of Indian Navy, INS Talwar, is currently deployed for “Op Sankalp”. The frigate is commemorating the 3rd continuous year of presence of Indian Navy in the Gulf for protection of Maritime Interests of India. Operation Sankalp Indian Navy ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2022

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Changes in Agnipath Scheme

The Agnipath Scheme was launched by central government recently. The scheme aims to enrol youths into service for four years. But it has sparked protests in several parts of the country. What is the controversy? Under the scheme, youths will ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2022

Category: Defence Current Affairs • Government Schemes Current Affairs

Haryana- Israel Agreement on Water Management

Recently, Israel and Haryana government signed a joint declaration in capacity building and integrated water resources management. Highlights The joint declaration is a significant milestone as India and Israel are celebrating 30 years of full diplomatic relations. Water security has ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2022

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs • International / World Current Affairs

International Day for Countering Hate Speech

The International Day for Countering Hate Speech was marked on June 18, highlighting the need of combating hate speech as well as promoting tolerance and dialogue between communities. The day was marked for the first time in 2022. UNGA Resolution ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2022

Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs

UNESCO Reserve List: Khuvsgul Lake National Park

The Khuvsgul Lake National Park of Mongolia has been added to the World Network of Biosphere Reserves by UNESCO. Key Points This decision was taken during 34th session of International Co-ordinating council of Man and Biosphere Programme. This programme is ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2022

Category: Environment Current Affairs • International / World Current Affairs

HomoSEP: IIT Madras Robot to clean septic tanks

Indian Institute of Technology Madras has developed a robot called to clean septic tanks and eliminate manual scavenging in India. It is all set to be deployed in field. Highlights A total of ten robots are planned to be deployed ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2022

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs