UPSC Current affairs - APEDA

APEDA

APEDA Context: • In a move aimed at providing a global platform for millet products, the Agricultural & Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) launched a variety of millet products for all age groups at affordable prices ranging from Rs 5 to Rs 15 […]

IAS Current affairs - Torrefied Biomass Pellets

Semicon India 2022

Semicon India 2022 Context: • The SemiconIndia 2022, a 3 day conference was held where multiple number of agreements/pacts have been announced to realise the vision to turn India into a thriving semiconductor hub. About: • Semiconductors are materials which have a conductivity between conductors […]

IAS Current affairs - Torrefied Biomass Pellets

Torrefied Biomass Pellets

Torrefied Biomass Pellets Context: • Through its R&D wing, NETRA, NTPC intends to provide a platform to Indian startups to enable them to develop advanced technology for producing torrefied biomass pellets that are well-suited for decentralized small-scale users. What are Biomass pellets? • Biomass pellets […]

Civil services Current affairs - India’s Pharma Exports

India’s Pharma Exports 

India’s Pharma Exports  Context: Indian pharma exports witnessed a growth of 103% since 2013-14, from Rs. 90, 415 Crores in 2013-14 to Rs. 1,83,422 Crores in 2021-22.  The exports achieved in 2021-22 is the Pharma Sector’ best export performance ever.  Background: In the worldwide pharmaceuticals […]