SC gives one more month to Defence Ministry to grant permanent commission to women officers in Indian Army The Supreme Court has granted one more month to the Union Defence Ministry to comply with its February order and grant permanent commission to women officers in the Indian Army. Ministry of Defence had moved the top … Read more
What is Smart City scheme? Government launched the Smart Cities Mission on 25 June 2015. Aim- To promote sustainable and inclusive cities that provide core infrastructure and give a decent quality of life to its citizens, a clean and sustainable environment and application of ‘Smart’ Solutions. The Union Ministry of Urban Development is responsible for implementing the … Read more
PLA troops ‘completely move out’ of Galwan as India-China head towards total disengagement The Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) “completely moved out” of the Indian side of the Galwan Valley area Monday as India and China began disengagement in Ladakh after a 61-day intense stand-off. However, sources said the Indian Army remained cautious about sounding too … Read more
What is Atal Innovation Mission? The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) is a flagship initiative set up by the NITI Aayog to promote innovation and entrepreneurship across the length and breadth of the country. Objectives – To create and promote an ecosystem of innovation and entrepreneurship across the country at school, university, research institutions, MSME and … Read more
Russia discloses new details of electromagnetic pulse cannon Russian defense industry sources have disclosed the new details of the electromagnetic pulse cannon capable of hitting targets 6 miles away. The new super cannon will be able to shoot down aircraft and aerial drones by an electromagnetic pulse. An electromagnetic pulse lasts a fraction of a … Read more
What is Swachh Survekshan Survey? It is an annual survey of cleanliness, hygiene and sanitation in cities and towns across India. It was launched as part of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan. It is said to be the largest cleanliness survey in the world. The Ministry of Urban Development, Government of India takes up the Swachh Survekshan in … Read more
CDS Bipin Rawat to review operational preparedness in Ladakh today Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat is in East Ladakh sector today to review the tri-services preparedness against the aggressive People’s Liberation Army (PLA) as well as understand the proposed de-escalation and disengagement process at the four stand-off points. As an Army Chief, General … Read more
What is Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana? It is accident insurance scheme by GOI. PMSBY was launched on 9th May, 2015. The scheme is administered through both public & private sector insurance companies, in tie up with scheduled commercial banks, RRBs and RBI. Under this one-year accidental death cum disability cover is given to all subscribing … Read more
What is Namami Gange Programme? The programme was llaunched by the union Govt. in June 2014 to integrate the efforts to clean and protect the Ganga River in a comprehensive manner. It is Implemented by the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), and its state counterparts—State Programme Management Groups. Main pillars of the Namami Gange Programme … Read more
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Reached Leh To Boost the Morale of Indian Army Amid an ongoing standoff between Indian and Chinese troops in Ladakh, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Leh along with Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Bipin Rawat. The two are currently being briefed by officers of Leh-based HQ 14 Corps, which oversees … Read more
