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
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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
Union Cabinet approves Production-linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Specialty Steel
Source: PIB What is the News? The Union Cabinet has approved the Production Linked Incentive(PLI) Scheme for specialty steel. About PLI Scheme for Speciality Steel: The PLI Scheme aims to boost the production of high-grade specialty steel in the country. Coverage: The five categories of specialty steel that have been chosen in the PLI Scheme… Continue reading Union Cabinet approves Production-linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Specialty Steel
Indian Navy exercise with UK’s Royal Navy carrier strike group
Source: PIB What is the News? The Indian Navy took part in a bilateral Passage Exercise(PASSEX) with the UK Royal Navy Carrier Strike Group(CSG)-21 in the Bay of Bengal. Passage Exercise(PASSEX): Passage Exercise will take place between the two navies to ensure that the navies are able to communicate and cooperate in times of war… Continue reading Indian Navy exercise with UK’s Royal Navy carrier strike group
Cabinet approves establishment of an Integrated Multi-purpose Corporation for Ladakh
Source: PIB What is the News? The Union Cabinet has approved the establishment of Integrated Multi-purpose Infrastructure Development Corporation for the Union Territory of Ladakh. Background: After the re-organisation of the erstwhile State of Jammu and Kashmir as per the Jammu and Kashmir(J&K) Reorganisation Act, 2019, the Union Territory of Ladakh (without Legislature) came into… Continue reading Cabinet approves establishment of an Integrated Multi-purpose Corporation for Ladakh
UNESCO’s ‘Historic Urban Landscape’ project for Gwalior, Orchha launched
Source: AIR What is the News? UNESCO has selected Gwalior and Orchha cities of Madhya Pradesh under its “Historic Urban Landscape Project”. About Historic Urban Landscape Project: The Historic Urban Landscape Project was adopted in 2011 by UNESCO’s General Conference. The project aims for the inclusive and well-planned development of fast-growing historical cities while preserving… Continue reading UNESCO’s ‘Historic Urban Landscape’ project for Gwalior, Orchha launched
District facing Water Crisis
Source: PIB What is the News? Water is a State subject. Hence, in order to supplement the efforts of the State Governments, the Central Government provides technical and financial assistance to them through various schemes and programs. Schemes Mentioned in the Article: Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain(JSA:CTR) Campaign: The campaign was launched on 22nd… Continue reading District facing Water Crisis
What is H5N1 avian influenza, its symptoms, and how fatal can it be?
Source: Indian Express What is the News? An 11-year-old boy in Delhi died of H5N1 avian influenza. This is the first recorded death due to the bird flu in India in 2021. About Bird Flu: Bird flu or avian influenza is a disease caused by avian influenza Type A viruses found naturally in wild birds… Continue reading What is H5N1 avian influenza, its symptoms, and how fatal can it be?
