Neeharika Reddy IAS Academy

According to NITI Aayog, over 13 crore people have been lifted out of poverty between 2015-16 and 2019-21, marking a significant milestone in our country's development journey. Together, we can continue to work towards creating a more inclusive and prosperous society.
NITI Aayog released the Export Preparedness Index 2022 report in New Delhi.
Coastal states (Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Gujarat) performed well and showed higher preparedness and contribution to national exports.
73% of districts in the country have an export action plan, and over 99% are covered under the One District One Product scheme.
100 districts are responsible for nearly 87% of the country's exports.
Lack of air connectivity hampers the movement of goods, especially in landlocked states.
The report recommends central government support for lagging states to build necessary export ecosystems.
States need to invest in research and development for market-specific products and improved product quality.

"Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri Champions Citizen-Centric Urban Planning for Sustainable Cities "He stressed the significance of continuous citizen engagement to ensure effective operationalization of urban planning efforts. Promotion of innovation, utilization of data and technology, and leveraging local cultures and economies as crucial elements in urban planning across the country. He showcased various initiatives undertaken by the central government to enhance urban development and provide better amenities to the people.
In his address, Minister Puri advocated for a shift from regulatory approaches to facilitation, urging a broader perspective that transcends traditional boundaries. He also addressed the issue of financial self-reliance for cities, which currently heavily rely on central grants, and called for a transformative change in this aspect.

India's Third Moon Mission: Chandrayaan-3 Launch Countdown Begins!

Excitement fills the air at the Sathish Dhawan Space Centre Sriharikota as preparations for India's third lunar exploration mission are in full swing. The highly anticipated moment draws near, with the LVM-3 rocket poised and ready for launch at 2.35 pm.

Promising news arrives with the 48-hour weather forecast, indicating favorable conditions for the scheduled liftoff. Amidst the final checks, the liquid and cryogenic stages are being carefully filled, ensuring every detail is meticulously attended to.

Impressively weighing 642 tons, the mighty LVM3 is set to unleash its power, propelling Chandrayaan-3 into space. Just 16 minutes after liftoff, the satellite will embark on its journey, following an elliptical trajectory that will span a distance of three lakh 84 thousand kilometers in approximately one month.

Anticipation builds as the mission's lander is expected to achieve a gentle touchdown on the lunar surface after thirty days of traversing the vast expanse of space.