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GS-I | |
Mekong River | |
GS-II | |
MERA GAON MERI DHAROHAR | |
Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-Yojana (PM-MKSSY) | |
SARTHI Portal | |
GS-III | |
e-NAM | |
Indian Gray Wolf | |
Nematodes |
Subject: Geography
Why in News?
Background:-Recently, Dam project across Mekong River in Laos raised fears.
About Mekong River:-
Source: The Hindu
Subject: Government Schemes
Why in News?
Recently, the Government of India decided to map and document all villages under the Mera Gaon, Meri Dharohar (MGMD) Programme.
Background:-
About Mera Gaon, Meri Dharohar (MGMD) Programme:-
Salient Features:-
Benefits:-
Source: PIB
Subject: Government Schemes and Initatives
Why in News?
Recently, the Union Cabinet approved the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-Yojana (PM-MKSSY), a sub scheme under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana.
About Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-Yojana:
Source: PIB
Subject: Government Schemes
Why in News?
Recently, the Union Agriculture minister unveiled the 'Sarathi' platform, which seeks to provide a full suite of insurance products, including PMFBY, geared specifically for farmers and rural populations in India.
About SARTHI Portal:
Source: PIB
Subject: Economy
Why in News?
Recently, Farm-gate, inter-mandi e-NAM sales show surge in FY2024.
Background:-
About e-NAM:-
Benefits:-
Challenges:-
Source: Financial Express
Subject: Environment and Ecology
Why in News?
Recently, the Indian grey wolf was sighted in the confines of the National Chambal Sanctuary (NCS).
Background:-
About Indian Gray Wolf:-
Conservation Status:-
Source: Times of India
Subject: Environment and Ecology
Why in News?
Scientists at the University of California, Riverside have unveiled a new species of nematode, Steinernema adamsi, a minuscule yet potent ally in the battle against crop pests.
About Nematodes:
Key facts about Steinernema adamsi:
Source: Psy. World
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1. What is the significance of the Mekong River? |
2. What is "Mera Gaon Meri Dharaohar"? |
3. What is the objective of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-Yojana (PM-MKSSY)? |
4. What is the SARTHI Portal? |
5. What is e-NAM and how does it benefit farmers? |
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