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Govt's foodgrain stocks hit 604 lakh tonnes, nearly three times buffer requirement
Procurement of wheat and rice from the 2026 rabi season is currently underway. About 97 per cent of the wheat sown area of 334.17 lakh hectare has been harvested, along with the completion of pulse harvesting
Centre hopeful of PM SHRI rollout in Bengal, Tamil Nadu; letters to be sent soon
According to senior official in Ministry of Education, letters will be sent “today or tomorrow” seeking early adoption of the PM SHRI scheme, under which selected schools are to be developed as model institutions aligned with NEP 2020.
Government's foodgrain stocks hit 604 lakh tonnes, nearly three times buffer requirement
India's food reserves are robust. Wheat and rice stocks in FCI godowns are nearly three times the mandatory buffer. This ensures ample supply for welfare schemes. Procurement for the next season is underway. Harvests are progressing well, with most rabi commo…
Centre hopeful of PM SHRI rollout in Bengal, Tamil Nadu; letters to be sent soon
The Ministry of Education will soon write to West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, urging them to sign a Memorandum of Understanding for the PM SHRI scheme. This initiative aims to develop schools as model institutions aligned with the National Education Policy 2020. T…
Darjeeling tea industry expected to witness higher first flush crop than last two years
In the last 2 years the industry had suffered significant crop losses for the high-value first flush teas due to prolonged dry spell
UPSC Prelims S.E.E. Snapshot: SAF, Economic Integration, and Breached Planetary Boundaries
From jet fuel that could cut emissions to stages of economic integration—and Earth’s safety limits being breached—here are 3 key concepts simplified for UPSC Prelims 2026.
Plants thought to be native to India but were actually brought from foreign countries
India is often thought of as a land of ancient, native plants, but many of the crops and trees we now treat as “Indian” actually came from other parts of the world.Over centuries, trade routes, colonial rule, and scientific exchanges moved seeds and saplings …
Classroom by day, cowshed by night: No toilets, drinking water in 19 schools near India's millennium city Gurugram
In Haryana's Nuh, numerous government primary schools lack buildings, forcing children to learn in cattle sheds, open fields, and village chaupals. Despite students' eagerness, dire conditions with no toilets, drinking water, or adequate teachers hinder educa…
IIT-Madras launches centre in California, to be launchpad for Indian deep-tech start-ups
Centre to be developed with a total planned investment of $7.5 million, including a greenfield investment of $4.5 million from IITM Global
The depopulation bomb about to hit Britain
Deaths are surging ahead of births—thanks to a baby bust with frightening implications for the welfare state and wider society
Amity University Online Unveils AONSAT 2026 - Opens New Scholarship Pathways in Online Higher Education
Amity University Online Unveils AONSAT 2026 - Opens New Scholarship Pathways in Online Higher Education
409 gold coins buried for 100 years found beneath the remains of a destroyed home; mystery owner still unknown
A remarkable discovery of 409 gold coins, hidden for over a century, was unearthed beneath a house in Torzhok, Russia. The coins, dating from 1848 to 1911, were found in a ceramic pot during rescue excavations. Experts believe they were hidden during the 1917…
NTA JEE Mains session 2 paper 2 results out: Check direct link to download your marks, All India rank and toppers
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Paper 2 results for B.Arch and B.Planning courses. Candidates can now access their scorecards, which include marks, percentile, and All India Rank, on the official NTA JEE Main website…
IIT-Madras launches centre in California, to be launchpad for Indian deeptech startups
The IIT Madras Global Research Foundation is making waves with the opening of its inaugural US center in Menlo Park, California. This strategic move is set to elevate India's position in the global deep-tech arena, providing Indian startups with crucial acces…
America Turns 250… But what if?
This post America Turns 250… But what if? appeared first on Daily Reckoning. Today, let’s discuss “America 250,” in which the country celebrates a quarter-millennium since the Declaration of Independence. It ought to be big news. Indeed, I recall the 200th na…
I asked ChatGPT to plan my daughter’s Harvard education: AI suggests mutual funds, dollar assets, gives yearly cash flow
ChatGPT recommends planning for global education beyond Harvard. It outlines significant costs for a master's degree, estimating up to ₹7.22 crore for two years. It suggests diversifying investments and emphasizes the importance of academic preparation and s…
Rs 30 lakh for MBBS: Doctor-led NEET racket busted in Delhi-NCR, chilling details of how cops rescued 18 aspirants from Ghaziabad flat
Delhi Police busted a NEET scam, arresting four individuals, including a doctor, for allegedly extorting Rs 20-30 lakh from parents by promising guaranteed MBBS admissions. Eighteen students were rescued after being lured with "important exam questions." The …
Anu Sharma goes viral after leaving Google for Palantir; Indian techie sparks buzz online for her bold switch
Anu Sharma goes viral: Anu Sharma, a talented Indian software engineer, has captured widespread attention after quitting her well-paying job at Google to join Palantir Technologies. Her fearless career move from Big Tech comfort to a challenging role at the d…
NHAI road award slowdown deepens, FY27 outlook remains challenging: Nuvama
Construction falls 78 per cent year-on-year as FY26 misses target; no budget boost for FY27 limits recovery hopes
‘Legal heirs can be impleaded’: Supreme Court says medical negligence case doesn’t end with doctor’s death
The Supreme Court ruling is limited to clarifying that the case can continue, and that any compensation, if awarded, can be recovered from the estate of the deceased doctor, not from his legal heirs personally.
Decision: Company Names Tribunal decision: BBJ&K India Ltd
Decision for applicant BBJ&K Ltd registration number 16359095, applicant successful.
Advatix & READ India Bring the Digital World to India’s Underserved Classrooms
Advatix & READ India Bring the Digital World to India’s Underserved Classrooms
The 'Aryan' myth
Blond, blue-eyed and athletic were features of the ideal "Aryan" according to Nazi ideology. People still associate the term with the Nazis, though its roots lie elsewhere. Like many other Germans, Adolf Hitler had neither blond hair nor was he particularly t…
From India to Iran: How Hitler redefined 'Aryan' for the Nazis
According to Nazi ideology, an ideal "Aryan" was blond, blue-eyed with athletic features. The term is still tied to Nazi Germany, but its origin lies elsewhere.
UPSC Quiz – 2026 : IASbaba’s Daily Current Affairs Quiz 5th May 2026
For Previous Daily Quiz (ARCHIVES) – CLICK HERE The Current Affairs questions are based on sources like ‘The Hindu’, ‘Indian Express’ and ‘PIB’, which are very important sources for UPSC Prelims Exam. The questions are focused on both the concepts and facts. …
DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 5th May 2026
Archives (PRELIMS Focus) (MAINS Focus) The post DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 5th May 2026 appeared first on IASbaba.
Meet Krishna: A bull from Gujarat who is credited for 80% production of Brazil's milk since 1960
Trending News: \"Doodh hai wonderful, pee sakte hai roz glass full,\" said a 90s jingle that had most of India drinking milk like fine wine in different combinations. .
‘India is a global powerhouse of talent’: Canada’s Cape Breton University signs MoUs
Cape Breton University’s delegation to India has resulted in the signing of three MoUs with academic institutions as part of efforts to expand higher education partnerships. The visit, led by president David C Dingwall, focused on student mobility, research c…
Merck Foundation With Kenya First Lady Celebrating Legacy to Transform Patient Care Landscape Nationwide in Kenya via More Than 328 Scholarships
Merck Foundation With Kenya First Lady Celebrating Legacy to Transform Patient Care Landscape Nationwide in Kenya via More Than 328 Scholarships
You don’t need crores to study abroad: Study advisor’s ‘Millionaire Myth’ TED Talk goes viral
A viral TEDx talk challenges the notion that studying abroad is only for the wealthy. Study advisor Asslam Shaikh argues that lack of awareness and planning, not money, is the biggest hurdle for middle-class students. He highlights scholarships, low-cost dest…