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Japan to rename islands disputed with China

News: Japan’s Ishigaki city assembly has passed a bill to change the name of the Senkaku Islands from Tonoshiro to Tonoshiro Senkaku. Facts: Senkaku Islands: These are a group of uninhabited islands in the East China Sea.Japan administers and controls the Senkaku islands. The islands are known as Diaoyu Islands in China and the Diaoyutai… Continue reading Japan to rename islands disputed with China

Model village scheme hit by lack of interest, funds: Ministry study

News: The Ministry of Rural Development has observed that the Model Village Scheme (Saansad Adarsh Gram Yojana(SAGY)) has not been able to achieve the desired objectives and failed to make a significant impact. Facts: Saansad Adarsh Gram Yojana(SAGY): It was launched by the Ministry of Rural Development in 2014. Aim: Under the Scheme, Members of… Continue reading Model village scheme hit by lack of interest, funds: Ministry study

China to join UN arms trade treaty, ‘enhance’ world peace

News: China has decided to join the United Nations(UN) Arms Trade Treaty that has been rejected by the United States. Facts: History: The UN Arms Trade Treaty entered into force in 2014. Objective: To regulate the international trade in conventional arms (from small arms to battle tanks, combat aircraft and warships). What does the treaty… Continue reading China to join UN arms trade treaty, ‘enhance’ world peace

Additional funds sought for Jal Jeevan Mission

News: The Ministry of Jal Shakti has asked for additional funds of ₹82,000 crore from the 15th Finance Commission for the Jal Jeevan mission as only 18% of households are currently covered. Facts: Launched Year: 2019. Aim: To provide safe and adequate drinking water through individual household tap connections (HarGharJal) to all rural households by… Continue reading Additional funds sought for Jal Jeevan Mission

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