Source: The Hindu What is the News? The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization(UNESCO) has inscribed the Ramappa Temple as a UNESCO ‘World Heritage Site’. About Ramappa Temple: Ramappa (Rudreswara) Temple is also known as the Ramalingeswara (Lord Siva) temple. Location: The temple is located in the Palampet village of Venkatapur Mandal in Telangana’s… Continue reading Telangana’s Ramappa temple inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site
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NITI Aayog and IEA launch ‘Renewables Integration in India 2021’
Source: PIB What is the News? The International Energy Agency(IEA) in association with NITI Aayog has released a report titled “Renewables Integration in India 2021”. About Renewables Integration in India 2021 Report: India’s Demand For Energy: India is the third largest energy-consuming country in the world. Also, India has made significant progress towards its universal… Continue reading NITI Aayog and IEA launch ‘Renewables Integration in India 2021’
What is a dying declaration, and when can it be set aside?
Source: Indian Express What is the News? A special CBI court convicted two policemen and awarded them life sentences for the custodial death of a murder accused who was burnt alive inside a police station. The judgment relied heavily on the ‘dying declaration’ made by the victim prior to his death. What is the Dying… Continue reading What is a dying declaration, and when can it be set aside?
Gig economy can boost jobs for women
Source: Livemint What is the News? According to a study by UNDP and FICCI, the rise of the gig economy has the potential to boost women’s employment in formal jobs. Key Findings of the Study: The rise of the gig economy following the coronavirus outbreak has the potential to boost women’s employment in formal jobs.… Continue reading Gig economy can boost jobs for women
Why has the US changed its mind on the Nord Stream 2 pipeline?
Source: Indian Express What is the News? The United States has now signaled its approval for the completion of a Nord Stream 2 pipeline between Russia and Germany. About Nord Stream 2 Pipeline Project: Nord Stream 2 Pipeline is a 1,200 km-long offshore natural gas pipeline being constructed from Russia to Germany across the Baltic… Continue reading Why has the US changed its mind on the Nord Stream 2 pipeline?
Rare Diseases Policy
Source: PIB What is the News? Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare has informed Lok Sabha that the National Policy for Rare Diseases,2021 has been finalized and put in the public domain. About National Policy for Rare Diseases,2021: The policy aims at lowering the incidence and prevalence of rare diseases based on… Continue reading Rare Diseases Policy
Maharashtra Govt to join Climate Group’s EV100 drive
Source: The Hindu What is the News? Maharashtra government has announced its decision to become the first state in the country to join hands with Climate Group’s EV100 campaign. About EV100 campaign: The EV100 campaign is an initiative of Climate Group, an international non-profit organization. The campaign aims to make electric transport the new normal… Continue reading Maharashtra Govt to join Climate Group’s EV100 drive
Centre to set up/upgrade 2 lakh micro food processing enterprises from 2020-21 to 2024-25
Source: PIB What is the News? The Ministry of Food Processing and Industries is implementing several schemes in the Food Processing sector as part of the Atma Nirbhar Bharat Initiative. Schemes Mentioned in the Article: About PM Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises Scheme (PMFME): PM-FME is a centrally sponsored scheme launched by the Ministry… Continue reading Centre to set up/upgrade 2 lakh micro food processing enterprises from 2020-21 to 2024-25
SERB and GE India announce collaboration for promoting advanced technology research
Source: PIB What is the News? Science and Engineering Research Board(SERB) and GE’s John F Welch Technology Centre(JFWTC), Bengaluru are partnering to promote advanced Technology Research. About the Partnership: The Partnership has been set up as part of the Fund for Industrial Research Engagement(SERB-FIRE). Purpose: The Partnership aims to promote innovation and solve specific challenges… Continue reading SERB and GE India announce collaboration for promoting advanced technology research
Defence Minister flags-in Indian Army Skiing Expedition, ARMEX-21
Source: PIB What is the News? Union Defence Minister has flagged-in the Indian Army Skiing Expedition (ARMEX-21) in New Delhi. About ARMEX-21: ARMEX-21 is an Army Skilling Expedition conducted by the Indian Army. Purpose: It was conducted in the mountain ranges of the Himalayan region to promote the adventure activity in the country and the… Continue reading Defence Minister flags-in Indian Army Skiing Expedition, ARMEX-21
