PM-DAKSH or Pradhan Mantri Dakshta Aur Kushalta Sampann Hitgrahi Yojana, is a Central Sector Scheme launched in 2020-21. The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment launched this scheme to...
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The 9th India-Brazil-South Africa Maritime Exercise (IBSAMAR IX 2026) concluded on 20 October 2026 at Simon’s Town, South Africa. This trilateral naval exercise brought together the Indian Navy, Brazilian...
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The Bharat Ratna Dr Bhupen Hazarika National Award 2026 is a new national-level cultural honour instituted by the Assam government in 2026. It recognises outstanding contributions to Indian music,...
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The Assam State Civilian Awards 2025 recognise individuals and organisations for their outstanding contributions to society. These prestigious honours include Assam Baibhav, Assam Saurav and Assam Gaurav. On 23...
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The Tea Research Association (TRA) developed the world’s first tea industry dedicated AI model ‘TocklAI’. It uses verified scientific research from the Tocklai Tea Research Institute in Jorhat, Assam....
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The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) published the Emissions Gap Report 2026, titled “The Point of Return”. It is the 17th edition of UNEP’s annual climate assessment. The report...
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The World Bank has launched its first comprehensive digital strategy on 20th October, 2026. It aims to expand affordable internet access, improve digital skills and promote artificial intelligence (AI)...
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Why Was INS SAMARTHAK in the News? INS SAMARTHAK was in the news after the Indian Navy commissioned this indigenously built multi-purpose vessel in Karnataka. The commissioning marks an...
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Why Was the Global Hunger Index 2026 in the News? The Global Hunger Index 2026 (GHI 2026) was in the news following the release of the annual assessment of...
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The Sukhna Wetland in Chandigarh received international recognition on 15 October 2026 under the Ramsar Convention. Sukhna Wetland is a human-made freshwater reservoir located at the foothills of the...
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