Context: For the first time, scientists have witnessed metal fragments demonstrating a remarkable self-healing capability. As these fragments cracked, they spontaneously fused back together without any human intervention. More about the news: Self-healing structures: This inherent ability could be engineered into metals, leading Read More
Context: Recently, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare launched several new technological initiatives under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana to empower farmers and streamlining the operations. YES-TECH Manual: It is a comprehensive guide developed after extensive testing and piloting in 100 districts of India. It Read More
Context: The Government launched the ‘Startup India initiative’ in January 2016 to foster India’s startup culture, promote economic growth, support entrepreneurship, and generate employment opportunities. Key Points: The initiative also focuses on strengthening women entrepreneurship through policies and enabling networks. Measures to Promote Women Read More
Context: The evaluation studies carried out for relevant component schemes of Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (PMKSY) has revealed that substantial direct/indirect employment opportunities have been created in projects supported through its relevant component schemes. Probable Question: Q. Although the food processing industry in India has experienced Read More
Context: The Government has initiated the procurement of tomatoes under the Price Stabilization Fund to address the increase in tomato prices. Key Points: The Department of Consumer Affairs monitors daily prices of 22 essential food commodities, including tomatoes. To address the increase in tomato prices and provide affordable Read More
Context: There are 8 types of intellectual property rights covered under Intellectual Property Rights Policy Management (IPRPM) framework. National IPR Policy 2016: The framework was launched in the form of National IPR Policy 2016 encompassing all IPRs into a single vision document Read More
Context: The Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying is implementing the Credit Guarantee Scheme under the Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund (AHIDF). About Credit Guarantee Scheme: Objective: The goal is to facilitate credit flow to Micro, Small Read More
Context: Recently, Sri Lanka’s President Ranil Wickremesinghe visited Delhi for an official visit. PYQ: Q. India is an age-old friend of Sri Lanka.’ Discuss India’s role in the recent crisis in Sri Lanka in the light of the preceding statement. (2022) Major Pillars of India-Sri Read More