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Advanced Chaff Technology developed by DRDO
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has developed an advanced chaff technology with the objective of safeguarding Indian Air Force Fighter Jets from enemy missiles. Key Points This advanced chaff technology will be used to distract enemy’s radar-guided missiles. ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2021
Arogya Dhara 2.0- Key Facts
Arogya Dhara 2.0 was launched by Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on August 18, 2021 in order to increase the reach of Ayushman Bharat – Jan Arogya Yojana. Key facts Arogya Dhara 2.0 also seeks to create more awareness regarding the ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2021
Defence India Startup Challenge (DISC)
Defence Minister of India, Rajnath Singh, launched the 5th edition of the Defence India Start-up Challenge (DISC) on August 19, 2021. Key Points DISC was launched under Innovations for Defence Excellence – Defence Innovation Organisation (iDEX-DIO). This challenge is meant ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2021
India-ADB: USD 500 million loan agreement signed for Bengaluru Metro
On August 19, 2021 India has signed a USD 500 million loans agreement with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in order to expand metro rail network in Bengaluru. Highlights Metro Rail Network in Bengaluru will be expanded with the construction ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2021
N. K. Singh: New President of Institute of Economic Growth Society
Chairman of 15th Finance Commission, NK Singh, has been elected as the new president of Institute of Economic Growth (IEG) Society. Key Facts He succeeded former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh who was the President of IEG since 1992. His ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2021
Govt announced Incentive for Mills Exporting Sugar
Central government announced an incentive for sugar mills on August 19, 2021. Key Points Incentive will be provided in form of an additional domestic sales quota to those exporting sugar and diverting commodity towards ethanol making, in the new 2021-22 ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2021
‘Ubharte Sitaare Fund’ to be launched
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to launch an ambitious ‘Ubharte Sitaare Fund’ on August 21, 2021. It will be launched for export-oriented firms and startups. Key Points Ubharte Sitaare fund has been set up jointly by Exim Bank and ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2021
World Humanitarian Day 2021
World Humanitarian Day was observed on August 19, 2021. Theme of the day for year 2021 is “The Human Race”. Key points This day focuses on boosting up the global action in order to combat climate change and stand in ..