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What is Antariksh Venture Capital Fund? Objectives, Features and Impact Explained

02-Apr-2026

The Union Government has announced that investments under the Antariksh Venture Capital Fund are expected to begin from Q1 of FY2027.

Rebate of State and Central Taxes and Levies (RoSCTL) Scheme: Extension, Features and Export Competitiveness Explained

02-Apr-2026

The Ministry of Textiles has extended the Rebate of State and Central Taxes and Levies (RoSCTL) Scheme for exports of apparel/garments and made-ups till 30th September 2026.

What is FCRA Amendment Bill 2026: Key Changes, Concerns and Kerala Political Context Explained

02-Apr-2026

The Union government has deferred discussion on the FCRA Amendment Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha.

What Was Samprati’s Contribution to Jainism in Ancient India

02-Apr-2026

On the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, the Prime Minister inaugurated the Samrat Samprati Museum in Gandhinagar, highlighting the legacy of Samprati, grandson of Ashoka.

Amaravati declared as Andhra Pradesh Capital: Lok Sabha Passes Reorganisation Amendment Bill

02-Apr-2026

The Lok Sabha has passed the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, granting statutory status to Amaravati as the sole capital of Andhra Pradesh.

INS Malwan (ASW-SWC) Explained: India’s Indigenous Anti-Submarine Warfare Craft

01-Apr-2026

The Indian Navy has inducted INS Malwan, an Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), strengthening India’s coastal defence and underwater surveillance capabilities.

Global Tensions and India’s Economy: Oil Shock, Rupee Pressure and Fiscal Stress Explained

01-Apr-2026

Rising geopolitical instability in West Asia, particularly involving Iran, is impacting India’s economy through : 

• Surge in crude oil prices
• Depreciation of the rupee
• Pressure on fiscal and external balances

RBI Extends Export Realisation Timeline: Supporting Exporters Amid Global Disruptions

01-Apr-2026

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has extended : 

• The export realisation and repatriation timeline to 15 months
• The export credit period to 450 days (till June 30, 2026)

Iran War and Food Inflation in India: Why Risks Are Limited Now but Rising Ahead

01-Apr-2026

The ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia involving Iran have raised concerns about food inflation in India, particularly through disruptions in fertiliser and agrochemical supply chains.

Artemis II Mission Explained: How NASA Plans to Take Astronauts Around the Moon and Back

01-Apr-2026

The NASA is preparing for the Artemis II mission, which will send four astronauts on a 10-day journey around the Moon, marking the first human mission beyond low Earth orbit since 1972.