Category: English Medium

VEHICLE-TO-GRID (V2G) TECHNOLOGY

What is V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) Technology? Definition: V2G is a bi-directional energy transfer technology that enables electric vehicles (EVs) to send electricity back to the power grid when idle. How it works: EVs act as decentralised energy storage units. Requires bi-directional

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NAXALISM

Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed the 86th CRPF Raising Day in Neemuch, Madhya Pradesh. Announced: Naxalism will be completely eliminated by March 31, 2026. CRPF Raising Day Celebrated every year on March 19 (flag presentation in 1950 by Sardar

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PROJECT PRABAL

Overview India’s first on-site 3D-printed military bunker built in Leh (11,000 ft altitude). Developed by Simpliforge Creations in collaboration with IIT Hyderabad. World’s first military-use 3D printed bunker constructed at high altitude. Key Features Project Name: PRABAL (meaning “strong”). Construction

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DIGITAL THREAT REPORT 2024

India launches first Digital Threat Report 2024 to support cybersecurity in the Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI) sector Report Title: Digital Threat Report 2024 for BFSI. Collaborators: CERT-In (MeitY), CSIRT-Fin, and SISA (global cybersecurity company). Key Objectives To analyze

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ONE STATE, ONE RRB

The Indian government is set to implement the “One State, One RRB” policy. Policy Objectives Consolidate the existing 43 Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) into 28. Enhance Operational Efficiency: Reduce redundancies and improve service quality. Cost Rationalisation: Achieve better cost management

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AGASTHYAMALAI BIOSPHERE RESERVE

Supreme Court’s Direction: Directed the Central Empowered Committee (CEC) to conduct an extensive survey of the Agasthyamalai landscape in the Southern Western Ghats. Objective: Identify non-forestry activities and encroachments affecting the area. Environmental Concerns Highlighted: Climate Change linked to depleting

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NITI NCAER States Economic Forum

Under the Ministry of Finance, NITI Aayog in partnership with the National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER) has launched NITI NCAER States Economic Forum. Purpose: A portal aggregating data and analysis on State finances. Focus Areas: State-wise macroeconomic indicators:

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PROTECTION OF WILDLIFE

Constitutional Mandate: Article 51 A (g) of the Constitution states that it shall be the fundamental duty of every citizen to protect and improve the natural environment including forests and Wildlife. Article 48 A in the Directive Principles of State

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