The Silk Route Ultra Trail 2024: A Unique Blend of Adventure, Tourism, and SVEEP
The Himalayan Expeditions Organizes an Exciting Trail Run in April 2024The Himalayan Expeditions organized the fourth edition of the Silk Route Ultra Trail from April 12th to April 14th, 2024. The trail run took place from Narkanda to Sarahan, featuring four challenging categories of 100 km, 55 km, 33 km, and 15 km. This event was a unique blend of adventure, tourism, and SVEEP, promoting adventure sports, tourism, and voter awareness.The Silk Route Ultra Trail:
What is CDP-SURAKSHA? A New Platform for Disbursing Subsidies to Horticulture Farmers
TAG- GS 3 AgricultureIntroductionThe Indian government has recently launched a new digital platform, known as CDP-SURAKSHA, to disburse subsidies to horticulture farmers under the Cluster Development Programme (CDP). The move aims to promote the growth of India’s horticulture sector, which makes a significant contribution to the country’s economy.Understanding CDP-SURAKSHACDP-SURAKSHA is a digital platform that stands for “System for Unified Resource Allocation, Knowledge, and Secure Horticulture Assistance.” The platform enables the instant disbursal of subsidies to
Kangra Tea: A Journey of Flavors and Challenges
Kangra Valley in Himachal Pradesh, India, is known for its tea production. The valley is home to some of the finest teas in the world, which have been cultivated and manufactured since the middle of the 19th century. However, the tea industry in Kangra has had its ups and downs, and today it faces many challenges. In this article, we will take a closer look at the history and decline of the Kangra tea industry.Unique
Celebrating 75 years of NATO
In celebration of NATO's 75th anniversary, foreign ministers gathered in Brussels to discuss the alliance's future. Among the key agreements made was the decision to plan for a more substantial NATO role in coordinating security assistance and training for Ukraine.To support Ukraine's military in this effort, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg proposed a fund of 100 billion euros over the course of five years. This proposal highlights NATO's commitment to working closely with Ukraine to
What Is ‘Mission 414’ and How Does It Impact Voter Turnout in Himachal Pradesh?
The Election Commission of India has launched a special campaign in Himachal Pradesh with a singular goal: to enhance voter turnout in 414 polling stations that witnessed less than 60% voting during the previous Lok Sabha polls. This comprehensive initiative, known as ‘Mission 414’, encompasses a range of objectives, strategies, and targeted interventions aimed at revitalizing democratic participation across the state.Objectives of ‘Mission 414’The primary goal of ‘Mission 414’ is to increase the voter percentage
Chamba: Four Poll Icons Appointed
IntroductionIn a strategic move to boost voter participation in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, Chamba's Deputy Commissioner and District Election Officer, Mukesh Repaswal, announced the appointment of four poll icons as part of the Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) programme.Appointment of IconsUnder this initiative, ✅Padma Shri award winners Lalita Vakil, Musafir Ram, and Dr Vijay Sharma have been appointed as icons representing the art and culture category. ✅Additionally, Asian Shooting Championship bronze medallist Farhan Mirza