New Species of Spiny Clam Shrimps

Researchers have uncovered two genetically unique species of spiny clam shrimps, also known as Spinicaudatans, in Karnataka and Goa. These newly discovered species are distinct from other Indian species previously identified. What are Spiny Clam Shrimps? Spiny clam shrimps, despite ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Smart City Conference held at Panaji

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs recently conducted a two-day Smart city CEO conference at Panaji, Goa. The conference was co-hosted by a private firm Imagine Panaji Smart City Development Limited (IPSCDL).  CEOs and Municipal commissioners of more than ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2023

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs • India Nation & States Current Affairs

Purple Fest: Celebrating Diversity

India’s first-of-its-kind inclusivity festival, “Purple Fest: Celebrating Diversity,” kicked off with a grand ceremony on January 6, 2023 in Goa. The festival aims to bring people together and create a welcoming and inclusive world for all. Union Minister for Social ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2023

Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs • India Nation & States Current Affairs

All India Institute of Ayurveda

Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated the Goa-based All India Institute of Ayurveda. He also addressed the 9th World Ayurveda Congress (WAC) and Arogya Expo. About the All India Institute of Ayurveda All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) is a ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2022

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Goa Purple Fest

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant recently unveiled the logo for the Goa Purple Fest, which is set to be held in January 2023. What is Goa Purple Fest? “Purple Fest: Celebrating Diversity” will be organized from January 6 to 8 ..

Month: Current Affairs – November, 2022

Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs

PM to address Har Ghar Jal Utsav in Goa

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address the Har Ghar Jal Utsav, which is being organised in Goa, on August 19, 2022. Har Ghar Jal Utsav is being held under Jal Jeevan Mission. On this occasion, QR code payment ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2022

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs • Important Days & Events Current Affairs • India Nation & States Current Affairs

Goa Beach Vigil App

Chief Minister of Goa, Pramod Sawant, launched the “Beach Vigil App”, by keeping in light the tourism sector and beaches of Goa. Why was this app launched? The app was launched with the aim of benefiting travellers as well as ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2022

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs • Science & Technology Current Affairs

100% Electrification of Konkan Railways

The Konkan Railway Corporation has finished electrification of its entire 741-kilometer route that stretches from Roha, Maharashtra to Thokur, Karnataka. Overview: This electrification of the 741-kilometer stretch will bring about savings of fuel amounting to Rs 150 crore. It will ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2022

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs • India Nation & States Current Affairs

P-8I Squadron INAS 316 ‘Condors’

The second P-8I aircraft squadron of the Navy has been commissioned by the Indian Navy in a ceremony that was held at INS Hansa, Goa. ‘Condors’ is the title given to INAS 316. Condors are one of the world’s largest ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2022

Category: Defence Current Affairs

International Election Visitors Programme 2022

The virtual International Election Visitors Programme (IEVP) 2022 was hosted by the Election Commission of India (ECI) for Election Management Bodies (EMBs) from nearly 32 countries and four international organisations. Overview: More than 150 EMB Delegates participating online were given ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2022

Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs • Summits and Conferences