Miscellaneous

Bullet Train Service (Shinkansen Service)

A bullet train service is a rail train facility employing high speed passenger trains. The first bullet train service was commissioned in japan in late 1964. The bullet train earned the name from the aerodynamic shape and the speed of travel.  The train service is known as Shinkansen in Japanese language which means   ‘new

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) is a safety mechanism provided in most of the new models of vehicles. Sudden application of ordinary brake on wet and slippery surfaces leads to skidding. ABS is a security feature to reduce accidents during braking. What is Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)? Anti-Lock Braking System is an electronically controlled braking mechanism

Mughal Empire and Mughal Buildings in India

Mughal Empire was the most prominent empire in the Indian subcontinent. It was established in 1526 by the victory of Babur over Ibrahim Lodhi in the First Battle of Panipat (1526). During the zenith of Mughal era, Indian subcontinent was the world's largest economy. Most eminent ruler from Mughal dynasty was Akbar.  In 1739, the

Digital Banking: What does it mean? 

The word Digital Banking is creating waves across the globe. In India, digital banking is one of the most widely discussed terms since demonetization of Rs. 500 and Rs. 1000 currency notes. Digital banking has been in existence for over three decades, but still there exists confusion on the exact meaning of digital banking.  What

Bharat 22: An Investment Opportunity in Public Sector Units

Bharat 22 is an Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) announced by the Government of India  as part of disinvestment scheme.  Through Bharat 22 government proposes to offer investment opportunity in 22 public sector units (PSU) from 6 segments.  Success of the earlier launched CPSE ETF has prompted the government to offer a portion of the holding