Source: PIB What is the News? A team from Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research, an autonomous institute under the Department of Science & Technology, has developed a device named ‘OxyJani’. About OxyJani: OxyJani is a mobile group oxygen concentrator that can be used in rural settings and also be rapidly deployed in emergencies… Continue reading Indian Researchers develop OxyJani – Mobile Group Oxygen Concentrator
Author: Abdul
7th edition of Indian Ocean Naval Symposium(IONS)
Source: PIB What is the News? The 7th edition of Indian Ocean Naval Symposium(IONS) was hosted by the French Navy at La Réunion. About Indian Ocean Naval Symposium(IONS): Indian Ocean Naval Symposium(IONS) is a biennial forum conceived by the Indian Navy in 2008. Purpose: It is a voluntary initiative that seeks to increase maritime cooperation… Continue reading 7th edition of Indian Ocean Naval Symposium(IONS)
SEBI to review superior voting rights framework
Source: Livemint What is the News? Securities and Exchange Board of India(SEBI) has put out a consultation paper seeking comments on its superior voting rights(SR) framework. What is the Superior Voting Rights(SR) Framework? The Securities and Exchange Board of India(SEBI) has introduced the Superior Voting Rights(SR) Framework in 2019. Aim of the framework: to allow… Continue reading SEBI to review superior voting rights framework
What is ZyCov-D, the world’s first DNA vaccine for Covid?
Source: Indian Express What is the News? Zydus Cadila has applied to Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) seeking emergency use authorisation (EUA) for ZyCov-D, its Covid-19 vaccine. If approved by the regulator, ZyCov-D will be the world’s first DNA vaccine against infection with SARS-CoV-2. What is ZyCov-D Vaccine? ZyCov-D is a plasmid DNA vaccine,… Continue reading What is ZyCov-D, the world’s first DNA vaccine for Covid?
Delhi HC issues directions on feeding, managing stray dogs
Source: The Hindu What is the News? Delhi High Court in a recent judgment issued directions on feeding and managing stray dogs. What was the case? A petition was filed in the Delhi High Court asking the court to restrain the neighbor from feeding community dogs near the entrance or exit of his property. What… Continue reading Delhi HC issues directions on feeding, managing stray dogs
Covishield gets nod from nine European countries for travel
Source: The Hindu What is the News? Around nine countries in Europe have given recognition to the Covishield vaccine produced by the Serum Institute of India. What was the issue? A lot of Indian travelers who were vaccinated with Covishield were not eligible for the European Union’s ‘green pass’. This was because the European Union… Continue reading Covishield gets nod from nine European countries for travel
Education Minister releases Report on United District Information System for Education Plus(UDISE+) 2019-20
Source: PIB, The Hindu What is the News? The Union Education Minister has released the report on United Information System for Education Plus(UDISE+) 2019-20 for School Education in India. About UDISE: Unified District Information on School Education(UDISE) is one of the largest Management Information Systems on school education. UDISE was initiated in 2012-13 by the… Continue reading Education Minister releases Report on United District Information System for Education Plus(UDISE+) 2019-20
Cabinet approves Rs. 3.03 lakh crores reform-based power distribution scheme
Source: PIB What is the News? The Union Cabinet has approved a Reforms-based and Results-linked, Revamped Power Distribution Sector Scheme. About Reform Based Power Distribution Scheme: Aim: To improve the operational efficiencies and financial sustainability of DISCOMs/ Power Departments excluding Private Sector DISCOMs by providing conditional financial assistance for strengthening of supply infrastructure. Objectives of… Continue reading Cabinet approves Rs. 3.03 lakh crores reform-based power distribution scheme
Atal Innovation Mission concludes first fintech cohort of ‘AIM-iLEAP’
Source: PIB What is the News? Atal Innovation Mission has concluded its first fintech cohort of AIM-iLEAP- an initiative to back tech start-ups with much-needed access to industry, markets and investors. About AIM-iLEAP Initiative: AIM-iLEAP (Innovative Leadership for Entrepreneurial Agility and Profitability) initiative was organised by Atal Innovation Mission(AIM) in partnership with Startup Réseau and… Continue reading Atal Innovation Mission concludes first fintech cohort of ‘AIM-iLEAP’
Black carbon could lead to premature mortality: Study
Source: PIB What is the News? According to a study, Black Carbon has a significant adverse effect on human health and leads to premature mortality. Key Findings of the Study: The Indo-Gangetic plain has a high burden of black carbon with serious implications for regional climate and human health. A 10-point increase in air pollution… Continue reading Black carbon could lead to premature mortality: Study
