Context: A standardized six-digit classification system for categorizing all economic activities in India, replacing the earlier five-digit NIC-2008. History: Aim: Key Features: National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) Key Features:
Sentinel-6B Satellite
Source: IE Context: An advanced ocean-altimetry satellite designed for high-precision measurement of global sea-surface height, waves, winds, and climate-driven ocean changes. It continues the legacy of Topex-Poseidon → Jason-1/2/3 → Sentinel-6 Michael Freilich missions since the early 1990s. Launch Details: Aim: Key Features:
National Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance (NAP-AMR 2.0)
Source: TH Context: Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is a growing public health concern globally and in India, threatening effective treatment in surgery, cancer care, and other medical interventions. Overuse and misuse of antibiotics accelerate AMR, reducing the effectiveness of life-saving drugs. New Initiative: NAP-AMR 2.0 is India’s updated five-year strategic framework (2025–29) to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR) using a One Health approach, covering human health, animal husbandry, agriculture, food safety, environment, and research sectors. Launched by: Union Ministry of Health & Family WelfareContext: WHO’s World AMR Awareness Week Aim: Key Objectives of NAP-AMR 2.0:
Global Methane Status Report 2025
Source: UNEP Context: The report, released by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), serves as a mid-term evaluation of the Global Methane Pledge (GMP), assessing progress, challenges, and pathways to reduce global methane emissions by 30% by 2030. Emissions Overview Sectoral Emissions & Mitigation Potential Sector Share of Emissions Key Sources Mitigation Potential Agriculture 42% (146 Mt) Livestock enteric fermentation (76%), rice cultivation (21%) Improved livestock management, rice paddy aeration Energy 38% (135 Mt) Oil & gas production, coal mining Leak detection & repair, ban non-emergency venting Waste 20% (71 Mt) Landfills (37 Mt), wastewater (30 Mt) Source separation, landfill gas capture Global Impacts Recommendations
SIDBI Launches Antariksh Venture Capital Fund (AVCF)
Source: Mint Context: A spacetech-focused venture capital fund set up by SIDBI Venture Capital Ltd. (SVCL), SIDBI’s subsidiary. Designed to invest in early-stage and growth-stage Indian spacetech companies across launch systems, satellites, payloads, earth observation, communications, and downstream applications. Fund Details: Purpose & Objectives What is an AIF? Who can invest? Categories of AIF Category I AIF Category II AIF Category III AIF Venture Capital Fund (VCF) How VCFs Work Key Characteristics of VCFs
RBL Bank Launches LUMIERE & NOVA Premium Credit Cards
Context: RBL Bank has launched two new premium credit cards—LUMIERE and NOVA—marking its entry into India’s high-end credit card segment. These cards target the rapidly growing HNI (High-Net-Worth Individuals) and affluent customer base. What Was Launched? Target Segment Features of the Cards 1. LUMIERE Credit Card 2. NOVA Credit Card About RBL Bank
Master Capital Services Receives SEBI’s In-Principle Approval for Mutual Fund Business
Source: ET Context: Master Capital Services Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Master Trust, has received SEBI’s in-principle approval to enter the mutual fund business. What “In-Principle Approval” Means Why This Is Significant Regulatory Requirements to Start a Mutual Fund Under SEBI MF Regulations, an applicant must:
South Indian Bank Launches SIB HER Account for Women
Context: South Indian Bank (SIB) has launched the SIB HER Account, a premium savings account designed exclusively for women—including NRIs—at an event in Kochi, Kerala (Nov 2025). Target Group Minimum Monthly Balance
Planned Amendments to PPV&FRA Act and Farmers’ Concerns
Source: TH Context: The Union Agriculture Minister, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, announced plans to amend the PPV&FRA Act, incorporating suggestions from stakeholders to address current challenges and bolster farmers’ interests. The Act has been in force for 20 years; the agricultural sector has seen technological, scientific, and trade changes during this period. Consultations: Key Areas of Proposed Amendments: Farmers’ Concerns:
Centre Introduces New Crop Loss Coverage Norms under PMFBY
Source: BL Context: Wild Animal Attacks – Add-on Cover: Expected Impact:
