Gevra Coal Mine, located in Chhattisgarh's Korba district, is Asia's largest coal mine and the world's second-largest.
Operated by South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL)—a subsidiary of Coal India—this mega opencast project has been in operation since 1981
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Operated by South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL)—a subsidiary of Coal India—this mega opencast project has been in operation since 1981
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The National Geographic Society named Krithi K. Karanth as the 2026 Rolex National Geographic Explorer of the Year.
• Krithi K. Karanth named 2026 Rolex National Geographic Explorer of the Year.
• She is the first Indian and first South Asian to receive this honour.
• CEO of Centre for Wildlife Studies (CWS), India.
• Known for work on human–wildlife coexistence, conservation education and protection of vulnerable wildlife.
• Award given by National Geographic Society with support from Rolex.
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• Krithi K. Karanth named 2026 Rolex National Geographic Explorer of the Year.
• She is the first Indian and first South Asian to receive this honour.
• CEO of Centre for Wildlife Studies (CWS), India.
• Known for work on human–wildlife coexistence, conservation education and protection of vulnerable wildlife.
• Award given by National Geographic Society with support from Rolex.
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Patna Lawn renamed as Gandhi Maidan in 1948 after his assassination as a tribute.
According to some sources the name Gandhi Maidan was used in the official invitation cards printed for the celebrations of the first anniversary of India's independence on August 15, 1948.
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According to some sources the name Gandhi Maidan was used in the official invitation cards printed for the celebrations of the first anniversary of India's independence on August 15, 1948.
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• ECLGS (Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme)= Government-backed emergency loan guarantee scheme mainly for MSMEs; launched during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Loans under ECLGS are covered by 100% government guarantee through NCGTC (National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company).
• Objective: Prevent MSME loan accounts from turning into NPAs (Non-Performing Assets) and protect employment.
• ECLGS 5.0 approved mainly due to West Asia geopolitical tensions affecting businesses and supply chains.
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• Loans under ECLGS are covered by 100% government guarantee through NCGTC (National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company).
• Objective: Prevent MSME loan accounts from turning into NPAs (Non-Performing Assets) and protect employment.
• ECLGS 5.0 approved mainly due to West Asia geopolitical tensions affecting businesses and supply chains.
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• Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises (ASUSE) tracks India’s unorganised non-agricultural sector; conducted by National Statistical Office (NSO).
• Haryana recorded highest growth in informal/non-agricultural employment in 2025 among major states (~29.8%). Gujarat registered contraction in informal employment.
• Uttar Pradesh has the largest informal workforce in India (~18.6 million workers), followed by West Bengal (~13.3 million).
• Gujarat became the only major state showing decline in all three indicators- establishments, employment and GVA (Gross Value Added).
• Delhi’s informal workers are among the most productive, with highest GVA per worker (~₹2.49 lakh annually). Uttarakhand recorded the sharpest rise in GVA per worker.
• “Unincorporated sector” generally includes proprietary and partnership enterprises not registered under Companies Act.
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• Haryana recorded highest growth in informal/non-agricultural employment in 2025 among major states (~29.8%). Gujarat registered contraction in informal employment.
• Uttar Pradesh has the largest informal workforce in India (~18.6 million workers), followed by West Bengal (~13.3 million).
• Gujarat became the only major state showing decline in all three indicators- establishments, employment and GVA (Gross Value Added).
• Delhi’s informal workers are among the most productive, with highest GVA per worker (~₹2.49 lakh annually). Uttarakhand recorded the sharpest rise in GVA per worker.
• “Unincorporated sector” generally includes proprietary and partnership enterprises not registered under Companies Act.
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• Somnath Temple was attacked first by Mahmud of Ghazni in 1026 CE; 2026 marks 1000 years of the first attack.
• Reconstruction of Somnath after Independence was strongly backed by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel; foundation restoration movement began after his 13 Nov 1947 visit.
• First President Rajendra Prasad inaugurated the restored Somnath Temple on 11 May 1951 despite opposition from PM Jawaharlal Nehru.
• Somnath is associated with the ancient region “Prabhasa” (Prabhas Patan) on Gujarat coast; considered one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Shiva.
• Important historical personalities linked with Somnath/Prabhasa revival: Bhima Deva, Kumarpala, Ahilyabai Holkar, Rana Khangar, and the Chudasama rulers of Saurashtra.
• Somnath lies on the Arabian Sea coast in Saurashtra region of Gujarat; nearby important site: Gir National Park - last natural habitat of Asiatic lions.
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• Reconstruction of Somnath after Independence was strongly backed by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel; foundation restoration movement began after his 13 Nov 1947 visit.
• First President Rajendra Prasad inaugurated the restored Somnath Temple on 11 May 1951 despite opposition from PM Jawaharlal Nehru.
• Somnath is associated with the ancient region “Prabhasa” (Prabhas Patan) on Gujarat coast; considered one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Shiva.
• Important historical personalities linked with Somnath/Prabhasa revival: Bhima Deva, Kumarpala, Ahilyabai Holkar, Rana Khangar, and the Chudasama rulers of Saurashtra.
• Somnath lies on the Arabian Sea coast in Saurashtra region of Gujarat; nearby important site: Gir National Park - last natural habitat of Asiatic lions.
Interlink: https://t.me/bpscweb/39658
https://t.me/bpscweb/42140
https://t.me/bpscweb/39499
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