Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav: IHRS Indian organisation founded in London on 18 Feb, 1905

What is the news? Under Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, the Government of India organised an event to recall the foundation of Indian Home Rule Society (IHRS). What is Indian Home Rule Society (IHRS)? Indian Home Rule Society (IHRS) was founded in 1905 in London. Founded by: It was founded by Shyamji Krishna Varma with support… Continue reading Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav: IHRS Indian organisation founded in London on 18 Feb, 1905

Vigyan Sarvatra Pujyate

What is the news? The Government of India is organizing “Vigyan Sarvatra Pujyate” as part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav.  What is Vigyan Sarvatra Pujyate? Vigyan Sarvatra Pujyate (science is revered all over) is a nationwide week-long programme of competitions and lectures for school students and collegians. Aim: To attract students towards scientific knowledge of… Continue reading Vigyan Sarvatra Pujyate

‘Lavender Cultivation’ under CSIR-IIIM’s Aroma Mission to be started in Ramban as a part of Purple Revolution

What is the news? The Union Minister of State has said that the government was planning to commence ‘Purple Revolution’ in Ramban district in Jammu and Kashmir. What is the Purple Revolution? Purple or Lavender Revolution was launched by the Union Ministry of Science & Technology through the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR)… Continue reading ‘Lavender Cultivation’ under CSIR-IIIM’s Aroma Mission to be started in Ramban as a part of Purple Revolution

UGC to let 900 autonomous colleges offer online degrees

What is the news? University Grants Commission(UGC) will be releasing a framework that will allow 900 additional colleges to provide online degree courses to students. Note: Presently, only Universities are allowed to offer remote degrees via online courses. What will be the key features of this new framework by UGC? Firstly, around 900 autonomous colleges… Continue reading UGC to let 900 autonomous colleges offer online degrees

Ministry of Power notifies Green Hydrogen/ Green Ammonia Policy

What is the news? The Ministry of Power has notified the Country’s first Green Hydrogen/ Green Ammonia Policy. What is Green Hydrogen\Green Ammonia? Green hydrogen is generated by breaking down water in an electrolyzer. The hydrogen produced can be combined with nitrogen to make ammonia, avoiding hydrocarbons in the production process.  Green ammonia is used… Continue reading Ministry of Power notifies Green Hydrogen/ Green Ammonia Policy

Conviction rate in human trafficking cases declining

What is the news? According to Government data, the conviction rate in cases of human trafficking has been on the decline. What is Human Trafficking? Human trafficking also called trafficking in persons, is a form of modern-day slavery involving the illegal transport of individuals by force or deception for the purpose of labour, sexual exploitation,… Continue reading Conviction rate in human trafficking cases declining

India’s first water taxi service inaugurated in Maharashtra

What is the news? India’s First Water Taxi Service was inaugurated in Maharashtra. What is the purpose of Water Taxi Service in Maharashtra? The Water Taxi Service will connect the Navi Mumbai area to Mainland Mumbai. It will operate on three routes:  Belapur to Ferry Wharf – the domestic cruise terminal, Belapur to Elephanta Caves… Continue reading India’s first water taxi service inaugurated in Maharashtra

Vizag to come under security blanket for Fleet Review

What is the news? Visakhapatnam will come under a heavy security cover as two major events of the Indian Navy- the Presidential Fleet Review (PFR) and Milan-2022 will be held at this place. What is the President’s Fleet Review? President’s Fleet Review is a long-standing tradition followed by navies all across the world. It is… Continue reading Vizag to come under security blanket for Fleet Review

Supreme Court sets aside HC order staying 75% quota for Haryana locals in private jobs

What is the news? The Supreme Court has set aside the Haryana High Court order staying the Haryana government’s law reserving 75% of private-sector jobs for residents of the state. What is the Haryana State Employment of Local Candidates Act, 2020? Click Here to read about it  What were the arguments against this law? Firstly,… Continue reading Supreme Court sets aside HC order staying 75% quota for Haryana locals in private jobs

Tamil Nadu says no to Indian Neutrino Observatory project in Theni

What is the news? The Tamil Nadu government has filed an affidavit in the Supreme Court stating that it would not permit the construction of the proposed Indian Neutrino Observatory at Bodi West Hills in Theni district. What is India-based Neutrino Observatory (INO)? The India-based Neutrino Observatory (INO) is a proposed Pure-Science underground laboratory. Its… Continue reading Tamil Nadu says no to Indian Neutrino Observatory project in Theni

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