Source: The post is based on the article “Only one-fourth of sanctioned solar power projects took off, says Minister” published in The Hindu on 14th December 2022 What is the News? The Minister for New and Renewable Energy has informed that only one-fourth of the solar projects sanctioned under the Scheme for Development of Solar… Continue reading Only one-fourth of sanctioned solar power projects took off, says Minister
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Expedite approval to continue scheme for madrasas, minority institutes: Parliamentary panel tells government
Source: The post is based on the article “Expedite approval to continue scheme for madrasas, minority institutes: Parliamentary panel tells government” published in The Hindu on 14th December 2022 What is the News? The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Social Justice and Empowerment has pulled up the Union government for the delay in approving the continuation… Continue reading Expedite approval to continue scheme for madrasas, minority institutes: Parliamentary panel tells government
What is base editing, the groundbreaking tech that cleared a teenager’s cancer?
Source: The post is based on the article “What is base editing, the groundbreaking tech that cleared a teenager’s cancer?” published in Indian Express on 14th December 2022 What is the News? In the UK, a teenage girl’s incurable blood cancer has been cleared from her body through the first use of a revolutionary type… Continue reading What is base editing, the groundbreaking tech that cleared a teenager’s cancer?
Sri Aurobindo inspired generations, left his mark wherever he went: PM Modi
Source: The post is based on the article “Sri Aurobindo inspired generations, left his mark wherever he went: PM Modi” published in The Hindu on 14th December 2022 What is the News? The Prime Minister has virtually released a commemorative coin and postage stamp to mark the 150th birth anniversary celebrations of Sri Aurobindo. Who… Continue reading Sri Aurobindo inspired generations, left his mark wherever he went: PM Modi
What is the Geminids meteor shower, and where can you watch it
Source: The post is based on the article “What is the Geminids meteor shower, and where can you watch it” published in Indian Express on 14th December 2022 What is the News? In 2022, the Geminids will peak around December 13-14, when, with a clear sky and away from bright city lights, one can watch… Continue reading What is the Geminids meteor shower, and where can you watch it
What ISRO is doing to boost the use of NavIC, India’s version of GPS
Source: The post is based on the article “What ISRO is doing to boost the use of NavIC, India’s version of GPS” published in Indian Express on 13th December 2022 What is the News? To promote the civilian use of ‘NAVigation with the Indian Constellation’ (NavIC), the Indian version of GPS, the Indian Space Research… Continue reading What ISRO is doing to boost the use of NavIC, India’s version of GPS
World Malaria Report 2022: Malaria cases, deaths begin stabilizing after COVID disruption: WHO
Source: The post is based on the article “Malaria cases, deaths begin stabilizing after COVID disruption: WHO” published in Down To Earth on 13th December 2022 What is the News? The World Health Organization(WHO) has released the World Malaria Report 2022. What are the key highlights from the report? Deaths due to Malaria: Despite disruptions… Continue reading World Malaria Report 2022: Malaria cases, deaths begin stabilizing after COVID disruption: WHO
Year-End- Review of Department of Food and Public Distribution– 2022
Source: The post is based on the article “Year-End- Review of Department of Food and Public Distribution– 2022” published in PIB on 12th December 2022 What is the News? The Department of Food and Public Distribution (DFPD) under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution has released the achievements of the department during… Continue reading Year-End- Review of Department of Food and Public Distribution– 2022
RS passes ‘futuristic’ Energy Conservation Bill to further regulate carbon emissions
Source: The post is based on the article “RS passes ‘futuristic’ Energy Conservation Bill to further regulate carbon emissions” published in The Hindu on 13th December 2022 What is the News? The Rajya Sabha has passed the Energy Conservation (Amendment) Bill,2022. Note: Lok Sabha has already passed this Bill in August 2022. What are the… Continue reading RS passes ‘futuristic’ Energy Conservation Bill to further regulate carbon emissions
Private member Bill seeks PM-led panel for selecting Chief Election Commissioner
Source: The post is based on the article “Private member Bill seeks PM-led panel for selecting Chief Election Commissioner” published in Indian Express on 13th December 2022 What is the News? A private member’s Bill has been introduced in Lok Sabha as a response to the growing concern over the independence and autonomy of the… Continue reading Private member Bill seeks PM-led panel for selecting Chief Election Commissioner
