On September 2, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced significant advancements in the development of India's agriculture sector. The Centre has introduced a new Digital Agriculture Mission, backed by an investment of Rs 2,817 Crores. This initiative aims to streamline the process of sanctioning loans to farmers through a digital payment infrastructure. By leveraging successful pilot projects, the new system will enable loans to be processed and sanctioned within just 20 minutes, significantly reducing paperwork and bureaucratic delays. This development aligns with the broader Digital Public Infrastructure framework for agriculture, promising to enhance efficiency and support for farmers across the country. The move is expected to simplify financial access for farmers, accelerating their ability to secure necessary funds for agricultural activities.
03 September,2024 10:39 AM IST
On August 16, ISRO successfully launched the third and final developmental flight of the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV-D3) from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. The mission’s primary payload, EOS-08, is ISRO’s latest Earth Observation Satellite. This launch marks a significant step for SSLV, showcasing advancements in microsatellite technology and payload integration. EOS-08 is designed to enhance Earth observation capabilities with its new payload instruments and technologies. The successful deployment of this satellite underscores ISRO's commitment to developing cost-effective, versatile launch solutions for small satellites. This mission not only demonstrates SSLV’s potential but also reinforces ISRO’s growing expertise in satellite technology and space exploration.
16 August,2024 12:00 PM IST
'Super 30’ founder Anand Kumar slammed ‘famous teachers’ over deaths of UPSC aspirants in Delhi. The three UPSC aspirants died due to flooding of the Rau's IAS Study Circle building basement in the central Delhi coaching hub of Old Rajinder Nagar following heavy rain on July 27. Water from a flooded drain gushed into the basement where a library was set up. This incident of UPSC aspirants death while in the coaching centre has led to huge protests from the students demanding compensation from the victims’ family.
02 August,2024 12:06 PM IST
On July 31, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) canceled the provisional appointment of trainee IAS officer Puja Khedkar and banned her from all future exams and selections. This decision came after Khedkar was accused of fraudulently exceeding the allowed number of attempts in the examination by using a false identity. On July 18, the UPSC issued a show cause notice (SCN) to her, giving her until August 4 to respond. However, after considering her request for more time, the UPSC granted an extension only until July 30. Khedkar failed to submit her explanation by this deadline. The UPSC reviewed the case thoroughly and found her guilty of violating the examination rules.
01 August,2024 10:33 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
