Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana 2026: Know PMFBY objectives, benefits, eligibility, premium rates, crop coverage, history and key facts for government exams. PMFBY 2026: A Crop Insurance Safety Net for Farmers The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) is a major crop insurance scheme of the Government of India aimed at protecting farmers from financial…
Russia to India railway route proposal could create new Eurasian connectivity through Central and South Asia. Know the route, significance, challenges, INSTC link and exam facts. Russia Explores Direct Rail Connectivity with India Russia has proposed exploring an ambitious railway connection that could eventually link Moscow with the Indian Ocean and provide a new overland…
MSME Bill 2026 passed by Lok Sabha aims to tackle delayed payments, strengthen dispute resolution, expand TReDS use and improve ease of doing business for MSMEs. Parliament Clears Key MSME Reform Bill The Lok Sabha passed the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026 on 7 August 2026, following its passage in the…
GOBARdhan scheme 2026 approved with ₹23,731 crore outlay to boost Compressed Biogas production, waste-to-energy, rural development and India’s circular bioeconomy. GOBARdhan Scheme Receives Major Cabinet Approval The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the GOBARdhan National Circular Bioenergy Scheme on 6 August 2026 with a total outlay of ₹23,731 crore. The scheme…
UPI charges bill 2026 creates a framework for possible digital payment charges. Know the UPI Bill, MDR, NPCI, key provisions and exam-important facts. Lok Sabha Approves Changes Affecting UPI Payments The Lok Sabha has passed amendments to the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, opening the door for the government to permit banks and payment…
Gaganyaan Mission 2026 reaches major milestones as ISRO targets its first uncrewed flight in Q4 2026. Know key facts about LVM3, Vyommitra, human-rating and India’s space programme for government exams. Gaganyaan Mission Moves Closer to Human Spaceflight India’s ambitious Gaganyaan Mission has reached important technical milestones as the country moves closer to conducting its first…
Chandipura Virus Outbreak in Gujarat and Rajasthan has prompted central government action. Know causes, symptoms, transmission, prevention, historical background and key facts for competitive exams. Chandipura Virus Outbreak Triggers Central Government Response The Union Government has deployed a National Joint Outbreak Response Team (NJORT) to Gujarat and Rajasthan following the detection of rising Chandipura virus…
Massachusetts India Day Declaration on August 15 highlights Indian diaspora contributions, cultural diplomacy, India-US relations and its importance for government exam preparation. Massachusetts and Boston Recognise August 15 as India Day Historic Recognition of India’s Independence Celebration in the United States Massachusetts and Boston have officially recognised August 15 as India Day, marking a significant…
Banking Access in India reaches 99.92% inhabited villages, marking a major milestone in financial inclusion through PM Jan Dhan Yojana, Business Correspondents, and digital banking initiatives. Important current affairs for UPSC, Banking, SSC, Railway and other government exams. India Strengthens Financial Inclusion Through Banking Expansion India has achieved a major milestone in financial inclusion by…
Favara UPI Cross Border Payment Corridor launched between India and Maldives enables instant digital payments and strengthens India Maldives financial cooperation. Know its importance for competitive exams. India and Maldives Strengthen Digital Financial Connectivity India and the Maldives have taken a significant step towards enhancing bilateral financial cooperation with the launch of the Favara-UPI Cross-Border…
