PM-JAY West Bengal joins Ayushman Bharat scheme 2026, becoming the 36th state/UT to implement the health insurance programme offering ₹5 lakh coverage per family under National Health Authority. West Bengal Joins Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY, Becomes 36th State to Implement the Scheme Introduction: A Major Milestone in India’s Healthcare Journey In a significant development for India’s…
SIPRI nuclear report 2026 shows India nuclear warheads 190 and Pakistan 170, highlighting global nuclear trends, defence modernization, and key facts for UPSC and competitive exams. Introduction The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) released its Yearbook 2026 on 8 June 2026, highlighting major developments in global nuclear arsenals. One of the most significant findings…
Andaman and Nicobar Islands fertility rate NFHS-6 shows India’s lowest TFR of 0.9, highlighting population ageing, demographic shift, and key implications for government exams and policy planning. Introduction The latest findings of the National Family Health Survey-6 (NFHS-6) have highlighted a significant demographic trend in India. The Andaman and Nicobar Islands have recorded the country’s…
World Oceans Day 2026 theme “Reimagine: Beyond the World We Know, a New Relationship with Our Ocean” highlights ocean conservation, climate regulation, and SDG 14 importance for global sustainability and competitive exams. Introduction World Oceans Day is observed every year on 8 June to raise awareness about the importance of oceans and encourage collective action…
PMSMA scheme India completes 10 years marking a major milestone in maternal healthcare with free antenatal check-ups, high-risk pregnancy detection, and reduced maternal mortality under NHM initiative. Introduction: A Milestone in Maternal Healthcare The Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA) has completed 10 years of its implementation, marking a significant milestone in India’s journey toward…
Lucknow Regional Meteorological Centre upgrade strengthens IMD weather forecasting in Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand, improving disaster management, agriculture support, and early warning systems under Mission Mausam. Lucknow Upgraded as Regional Meteorological Hub for North India The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has officially upgraded the Lucknow Meteorological Centre into a Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), marking a…
India EU market access aquaculture honey eggs export 2026 update ensures continued trade access under Regulation EU 2021/405, boosting fisheries exports and compliance standards. India-EU Trade Continuity Strengthens Agricultural Export Sector India has secured a major boost in its international trade relations after being included in the European Union’s updated list of authorised countries for…
BHAVYA Portal industrial parks scheme launched by Piyush Goyal aims to develop 100 industrial parks across India with ₹33,660 crore investment to boost manufacturing, employment, and Ease of Doing Business. BHAVYA Portal Launch and Industrial Transformation in India 🏭 Introduction: A Major Step Toward Industrial Growth Union Commerce and Industry Minister Shri Piyush Goyal has…
IndiaAI Mission CEO appointment marks a major step in India’s AI journey as UIDAI CEO Saurabh Vijay takes charge. Learn objectives, significance, exam relevance, key facts, and important takeaways for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, and State PSC exams. UIDAI CEO Saurabh Vijay Takes Charge as CEO of IndiaAI Mission: A Major Step in India’s AI…
E85 fuel launch in India marks a major step towards reducing crude oil imports and carbon emissions. Learn about ethanol blending, flex-fuel vehicles, benefits, challenges, and important exam facts for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence and State PSC exams. India Launches E85 Fuel to Reduce Oil Imports and Emissions: A Major Step Towards Clean Energy…
