What is the News? The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved the continuation of the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) from 2021-22 to 2025-26. What is the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme(NATS)? The National Apprenticeship Training Scheme is the flagship programme of the Ministry of Education for Skilling Indian Youth. Purpose: It is a one… Continue reading Cabinet approves continuation of National Apprenticeship Training Scheme for next five years
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Digital tax for US companies to stay until OECD pact comes into force
What is the News? India and US have agreed on a “transitional approach” to digital service tax imposed by the Indian Government. Background In 2016, India had introduced a 6% equalisation levy for digital advertising services. Later, in April 2020, it widened the scope to impose a 2% tax on non-resident e-commerce players. However, the… Continue reading Digital tax for US companies to stay until OECD pact comes into force
Raksha Mantri virtually inaugurates 5th World Congress on Disaster Management
What is the News? The Defence Minister has inaugurated the Fifth World Congress on Disaster Management. About Fifth World Congress on Disaster Management Organized by: Disaster Management Initiatives and Convergence Society (DMICS) Aim: To promote interaction of science, policy, and practices to enhance understanding of risks and advance actions for reducing risks and building resilience… Continue reading Raksha Mantri virtually inaugurates 5th World Congress on Disaster Management
Cabinet approves continuation of the umbrella scheme “Ocean Services, Modelling, Application, Resources and Technology (O-SMART)”
What is the News? The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved the continuation of the umbrella scheme “Ocean Services, Modelling, Application, Resources and Technology (O-SMART)” for the period from 2021-26. About O-SMART Scheme The O-SMART Scheme was launched by the Ministry of Earth Sciences. Objectives of the scheme: a) To provide forecasts and services… Continue reading Cabinet approves continuation of the umbrella scheme “Ocean Services, Modelling, Application, Resources and Technology (O-SMART)”
Cabinet approves Continuation of the umbrella scheme “Atmosphere’ & Climate Research-Modelling Observing Systems & Services (ACROSS)” from the 14th Finance Commission to the next Finance Commission Cycle (2021-2026)
What is the News? Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved the continuation of the umbrella scheme “Atmosphere & Climate Research-Modelling Observing Systems & Services (ACROSS)”. What is the ACROSS Scheme? The ACROSS scheme pertains to the atmospheric science programs of the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES). The scheme addresses different aspects of weather and… Continue reading Cabinet approves Continuation of the umbrella scheme “Atmosphere’ & Climate Research-Modelling Observing Systems & Services (ACROSS)” from the 14th Finance Commission to the next Finance Commission Cycle (2021-2026)
Railway Minister announces introduction of ‘Bharat Gaurav Trains’
What is the News? Indian Railways has announced the introduction of theme-based, tourist circuit trains named ‘Bharat Gaurav’ Trains. What is the aim of Bharat Gaurav Trains? Aim: To showcase India’s rich cultural heritage and magnificent historical places to the people of India and the world. What are the key features of this initiative? Indian… Continue reading Railway Minister announces introduction of ‘Bharat Gaurav Trains’
India, U.S. commit to linking economies across sectors
What is the news? India and the United States held the twelfth Ministerial-level meeting of the India-United States Trade Policy Forum (TPF) in New Delhi. What is the India-United States Trade Policy Forum (TPF)? India-United States TPF is a premier forum to resolve trade and investment issues between the two countries. Chaired by: The forum… Continue reading India, U.S. commit to linking economies across sectors
India to release 5 mn barrels of crude from reserves in bid to cool prices
What is the News? India will be releasing 5 million barrels of crude oil from its strategic petroleum reserves in coordination with countries like the US, Japan, China, Britain and the Republic of Korea with the aim of bringing down oil prices. Why is India releasing 5 million barrels of crude oil from its strategic… Continue reading India to release 5 mn barrels of crude from reserves in bid to cool prices
DAC approves AK-203 deal with Russia
What is the News? Ahead of the Russian President visit to India, Defence Acquisition Council(DAC) has approved the deal for the manufacture of AK-203 assault rifles in India. Another deal likely to make progress is for Igla-S Very Short Range Air Defence (VSHORAD) systems. However, the Ka-226T utility helicopter deal is unlikely to be cleared.… Continue reading DAC approves AK-203 deal with Russia
Antimicrobial Awareness Week 2021: FAO launches action plan 2021–2025
What is the News? The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations has launched its Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) 2021–2025. About Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) 2021–2025 The FAO Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance 2021-2025 is the continuation of the first FAO Action Plan, which covered the period 2016-2020. Key… Continue reading Antimicrobial Awareness Week 2021: FAO launches action plan 2021–2025
