Current Affairs - National

The Geographical Indication (GI) Tag was awarded to 60 traditional products from various parts of India, marking a significant recognition of their unique origin, quality, and cultural significance. This extensive list includes items like Banaras Tabla, Banaras Thandai, Tripura's Pachra-Rignai, and Meghalaya Garo Textile, among others, showcasing the diverse heritage of India.

India aims to achieve a nuclear power capacity of 1 lakh MW by 2047, as outlined in the Department of Atomic Energy's roadmap for sustainable energy and international collaboration to meet future energy demands.

India's plan to construct its inaugural privately managed strategic petroleum reserve (SPR) by 2029-30 is a strategic move aimed at enhancing energy security and flexibility in oil trading, aligning with global models adopted by countries like Japan and South Korea.

The myCGHS iOS app was launched by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare to provide CGHS beneficiaries with seamless healthcare management, including features like appointment scheduling and robust security measures.

Paradip Port Authority in Odisha surpassed Deendayal Port Authority, Kandla, handling 145.38 MMT of cargo, showcasing its dominance in coastal shipping and productivity excellence. This achievement reflects Paradip Port's cost efficiency, offering the lowest tariffs and maintaining frozen tariff rates for cargo handling for three years, contributing to its success as India's leading cargo-handling port.