What is the news? The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has launched a pilot project for upskilling the cane and bamboo artisans of Nagaland under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), a component of Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY). About Pilot Project for upskilling the cane and bamboo artisans of Nagaland Objective: To upskill… Continue reading Ministry of Skill Development launches a project to upskill the cane and bamboo artisans of Nagaland
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Union Health Ministry engages with States/UTs to review the rollout of vaccination for the age group 15-18 yrs and Precautionary dose for identified vulnerable categories
What is the news? Union Health Secretary has chaired a workshop with all States and UTs to review the rollout of vaccination for the age group 15-18 and Precautionary 3rd dose for: Healthcare workers (HCW), Frontline workers (FLW) and those in the 60+ age group who have comorbidity. Click Here to read about new vaccination… Continue reading Union Health Ministry engages with States/UTs to review the rollout of vaccination for the age group 15-18 yrs and Precautionary dose for identified vulnerable categories
PM Modi talks about ‘Kaavi’ Art on Mann Ki Baat, stresses ancient art’s preservation
What is the news? During his Mann Ki Baat address, the Prime Minister spoke about a dying form of art known as Kaavi Art. He has urged people to work towards preserving such ancient forms in the country. What is Kaavi Art? Kaavi is a form of wall art found in Konkan region, especially in… Continue reading PM Modi talks about ‘Kaavi’ Art on Mann Ki Baat, stresses ancient art’s preservation
Healthy States, Progressive India: NITI Aayog Releases Fourth Edition of State Health Index
What is the News? NITI Aayog has released the fourth edition of the State Health Index for 2019–20 with the title “Healthy States, Progressive India”. What is the State Health Index? Developed by: NITI Aayog in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) and the World Bank since 2017. Objective: To track… Continue reading Healthy States, Progressive India: NITI Aayog Releases Fourth Edition of State Health Index
Bangladesh may become India’s fourth largest export destination in FY22
What is the News? Bangladesh may become India’s fourth-largest export destination in the Financial year 2021-22. India’s Exports to Bangladesh During April-October 2021, India’s exports to Bangladesh grew 81% over the same period last year. This makes Bangladesh India’s fourth-largest export market behind the US, UAE and China. The major items exported to Bangladesh by… Continue reading Bangladesh may become India’s fourth largest export destination in FY22
New CAG report exposes wide gap between India’s groundwater management regulations & implementation
What is the News? Comptroller and Auditor General of India(CAG) has conducted a performance audit of groundwater management and regulation to analyse the extent of groundwater scarcity in the country. About the CAG Audit Report on Groundwater The audit was conducted on the basis of five years of data (2013-2018) on groundwater management and regulation… Continue reading New CAG report exposes wide gap between India’s groundwater management regulations & implementation
Year End Review 2021 – Ministry of Power
What is the News? The Ministry of Power has launched several initiatives and has undertaken several reforms in the power sector. What are the reforms and initiatives implemented by the Ministry of Power? Electricity (Rights of Consumers) Rules, 2020 Renewable Purchase Obligation(RPO) Green Day Ahead Market (GDAM): It is a marketplace for trading of renewable… Continue reading Year End Review 2021 – Ministry of Power
Air pollution in parts of central-western India and north India increased during the pandemic in contrast to the general trend
What is the News? According to a study, reduction in economic activities during the pandemic-related lockdown had resulted in a decrease in air pollution in most parts of India but central-western and northern India recorded an increase in pollution. About the Study The study was conducted by scientists at the Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational… Continue reading Air pollution in parts of central-western India and north India increased during the pandemic in contrast to the general trend
National Book Trust announces of 75 Selected Authors under the PM- YUVA Mentorship Scheme
What is the news? National Book Trust, India under Ministry of Education has announced the results of the All-India Contest organized on the Theme ‘National Movement of India’ under the PM-YUVA Mentorship Scheme. What is the PM-YUVA Mentorship Scheme? Aim: To create a pool of authors below the age of 30 years who are ready… Continue reading National Book Trust announces of 75 Selected Authors under the PM- YUVA Mentorship Scheme
Low grant sanctions, disbursement: India wants to promote FPOs but where are the funds?
What is the news? State of India’s Livelihood (SOIL) Report 2021 has been released by Access Development Services, a national livelihoods support organisation. Focus of the report: The report analysed only farmer producer companies registered under The Companies Act, 2013 since they make up a large majority of the organisations started in recent years.The number… Continue reading Low grant sanctions, disbursement: India wants to promote FPOs but where are the funds?
