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One Liners 08-06-2026
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Polity & Governance
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NZP Saathi App
Recently union environment minister launched the "NZP Saathi App"and inaugurated Self-ticketing Kiosks at the National Zoological Park (NZP), New Delhi.
- Act as – smart digital zoo guide
- Purpose – an interactive digital map and smart navigation system that enables visitors to locate animal enclosures, washrooms, buggy points, exits and other facilities.
- It also offers thematic tours, including Express Tour, Family Tour, Grand Zoo Tour and personalised "My Tour" options.
- The Self-ticketing Kiosks will facilitate online ticket booking through UPI-based digital payments with free Wi-Fi connectivity for on-the-spot ticket booking.
- Strengthen – a deeper understanding of wildlife conservation among students and public.
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Land Port Management System (LPMS)
Union home ministry is set to launch Land Port Management System (LPMS) on Tuesday, 9th June 2026 in New Delhi.
- LPMS – It is a state-of-the-art digital platform designed to integrate operations across Land Ports into a unified system.
- Underscores commitment to – smart border management and security in cross-border trade and passenger movement.
- Equips land ports with – secure, real-time exchange of logistics and regulatory information akin to airports and seaports.
- Ensure – End-to-end digital workflows for cargo and passenger processing, including slot booking, payments, tracking, and single-window clearances.
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MCA21 Version 3 (V3) portal
- It is the upgraded digital corporate compliance portal
- launched by – Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) in 2021.
- Streamlines – corporate and LLP filings through web-based processing, AI-driven e-scrutiny, e-adjudication, and a Learning Management System,
- it replaces the older downloadable PDF form (V2) system.
- Significance – reduced processing time, minimised manual intervention, and improved ease of compliance for businesses.
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PARIVESH (Pro-Active and Responsive facilitation by Interactive, Virtuous, and Environmental Single Window Hub) 2.0
- It acts as a single online platform to submit, monitor, and approve environmental, forest, wildlife, and coastal regulation zone (CRZ) clearances.
Features –
- Advanced Technology – It uses emerging tools like Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping and advanced data analytics to assess the environmental impact of proposed projects scientifically.
- Know Your Approval (KYA) – It features a dedicated KYA module that helps project developers quickly identify the exact list of green clearances they need before applying.
- Faster Processing – It features automated workflows, such as auto-forwarding files if delays occur, to significantly reduce the time taken to grant regulatory approvals.
- Centralized Tracking– It enables end-to-end online processing for both central and state-level authorities, allowing seamless monitoring of project compliance.
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Economy
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India maintains world's lowest cooking gas prices
Currently, India maintains some of the world's lowest cooking gas prices, with general consumers paying ₹942 and Ujjwala beneficiaries paying an effective ₹642 per cylinder.
- Despite a 46% surge in the international Saudi CP benchmark that drove actual supply costs over ₹1,600, India continues to absorb an under-recovery of roughly ₹700 per domestic cylinder.
- Securing reserves by – the government boosted domestic LPG production by over 60%,
- diversified global sourcing, and implemented 90% OTP-based delivery to prevent illegal commercial diversion.
- India successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz crisis – by keeping its energy tankers moving to ensure zero domestic shortages and uninterrupted supply distribution.
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Agriculture
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APEDA (agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority)
APEDA Facilitates First Export of Fresh Mangoes from Jharkhand to United Kingdom recently.
- Establishment – Set up in 1986 under the APEDA Act.
- Headquarters – New Delhi, India.
- under – Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
Functions
- Exporter Registration – Issues the mandatory Registration-cum-Membership Certificate (RCMC) for exporters of scheduled agricultural items.
- Quality Standards – Sets stringent quality specifications, packaging criteria, and carries out essential inspections to match international requirements.
- Organic Export Certification – Acts as the Secretariat for the National Accreditation Board (NAB) to enforce the National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP).
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Environment
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Kuno National Park
Recently, Kuno National Park is making headlines due to the highly successful expansion of India's ambitious Project Cheetah and the remarkable recovery of the rare Caracal.
- Location - Sheopur and Morena districts of Madhya Pradesh entirely.
- It is a premier wildlife sanctuary spanning over 748 square kilometers.
- Originally established in 1981 and upgraded to a national park in 2018,
- Flora – tropical dry deciduous forests, sprawling savannah grasslands, and the meandering Kuno River.
- Importance – gained international acclaim as the focal point for Project Cheetah 2022—an ambitious reintroduction program aimed at restoring wild cheetah populations to India.
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Science
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Pyroprocessing
- It uses extreme temperatures (typically above 800°C) to cause chemical or physical changes in materials.
- Key techniques – Includes calcination (decomposing minerals), roasting (burning off impurities), and sintering (fusing particles without melting them).
- Cement manufacturing – It is the core step in cement production, where limestone is heated in massive rotary kilns to create "clinker."
- Nuclear recycling – In nuclear tech, it is a dry, molten-salt method used to separate and recycle usable uranium from spent nuclear fuel.
- Heavy emissions – As it relies heavily on fossil fuels to reach extreme temperatures, it is a major target for industrial green energy reforms.
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Sports
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SAFF Women’s Championship 2026
Recently India won the tournament, defeating Bangladesh 3–1 in the final to claim a record-extending 6th title.
- Host – The entire tournament was held in Goa, India, at the Fatorda Stadium from May 25 to June 6, 2026.
- India won all 4 of their matches, scoring a dominant 18 goals and conceding just 1.
- Participation – 6 South Asian nations competed, split into two groups India, Bangladesh, Maldives, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Bhutan.
- Top Player – India's Sanfida Nongrum was named the tournament's Most Valuable Player (MVP).
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Miscellaneous
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World Oceans Day
- First observed – first official UN observance taking place in 2009.
- Observed on – June 08 annually.
Key facts about oceans
- The oceans produce at least 50% of the planet's oxygen and absorb about 30% of human-produced carbon dioxide.
- Biodiversity – They house the vast majority of Earth's biodiversity and are a primary protein source for over a billion people worldwide.
- Economic Impact – Ocean-based industries are projected to employ roughly 40 million people globally by 2030.
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