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Amendments to EIA NOTIFICATION, 2006

News: Ministry of Environment,Forest and Climate Change, has made an amendment to EIA Notification 2006 to fasten availability/production of various drugs against COVID-19. Facts: All projects or activities in respect of bulk drugs and intermediates, manufactured for addressing various ailments, have been re-categorized from the existing Category ‘A’ to ‘B2’ category. Projects falling under Category… Continue reading Amendments to EIA NOTIFICATION, 2006

Govt issues list of National Directives for COVID-19 management

News: Ministry of Home Affairs issued National Directives for COVID-19 management Facts: Wearing of face cover in workplaces and public places compulsory. Fine for spitting in public places. Ban on sale of tobacco products and alcohol Gatherings of more than five people not allowed in public spaces or in any organisation District magistrates have been… Continue reading Govt issues list of National Directives for COVID-19 management

MEA announces Covid-19 training programme for SAARC countries

News: Ministry of External Affairs announced rolling out of a training programme on management of coronavirus pandemic for healthcare professionals from SAARC countries. It will be imparted under Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) programme. Facts: Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Programme  is a bilateral assistance programme which focuses on addressing the needs of… Continue reading MEA announces Covid-19 training programme for SAARC countries

World Chagas Disease Day

News:World Chagas Disease Day is being celebrated for the first time on April 14,2020. Facts: Chagas disease also known as American trypanosomiasis is caused by the protozoan parasite Trypanosoma cruzi (T. cruzi). It is classified as a neglected tropical disease(NTD) which means it mostly affects the poorest countries of the developing world. Transmission:The main route… Continue reading World Chagas Disease Day

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