Daily current affairs 21 May 2026

WESTERN HOOLOCK GIBBON: HABITAT, FEATURES, DIET, IUCN STATUS

The Western Hoolock Gibbon is an endangered, tailless ape native to Northeast India. Known for loud, melodic duet calls, they live in tropical rainforest canopies. Males are completely black, while females change color to a distinct honey-buff coat.

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MULTILATERAL MILITARY EXERCISE PRAGATI: SIGNIFICANCE FOR INDIA

Exercise PRAGATI 2026 is an inaugural thirteen-nation land military drill hosted by India in Meghalaya. Focused on counter-terrorism, disaster relief, and interoperability, it signifies a strategic shift in regional defense diplomacy while actively promoting India's indigenous key military equipment exports.

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PM MODI AWARDED 2026 FAO AGRICOLA MEDAL

PM Narendra Modi received the 2026 Agricola Medal from the FAO in Rome, honoring his leadership in global food security and sustainable agriculture. He highlighted India’s tech-driven, climate-resilient farming and nutrition initiatives.

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AYUSH ANUDAN PORTAL: FEATURES, OBJECTIVES

The Ministry of Ayush launched the paperless Ayush Anudan Portal under the Ayush Grid initiative to digitally manage funding grants for Central Sector Schemes. This platform ensures 100% transparency, operational efficiency, and real-time tracking for applicants.

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