What is the News? The Lancet Global Health journal releases a report titled “Effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on mothers and Babies”. It reports increasing maternal mortality as an impact of pandemic-induced restrictions. About the Lancet Report: The Lancet report is based on an analysis of 40 studies across 17 countries. It includes Brazil, Mexico,… Continue reading “Maternal mortality” rose during pandemic: Lancet Report
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NITI Aayog launches “AIM-PRIME” to support science based startups
What is the News? Atal Innovation Mission(AIM), NITI Aayog in association with Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation(BMGF) launch AIM-PRIME (Program for Researchers on Innovations, Market-Readiness & Entrepreneurship). About AIM-PRIME: AIM-PRIME Program aims at promoting science-based, deep technology. For that, it will provide training and guidance over a period of 12 months. Implementation by: Venture Center… Continue reading NITI Aayog launches “AIM-PRIME” to support science based startups
“BIMSTEC” 17th Ministerial Meeting
What is the News? India’s External Affairs Minister attended the 17th ministerial meet of the BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) countries. About the 17th ministerial meet of the BIMSTEC Sri Lanka Chaired the 17th Ministerial Meeting. In meeting External Affairs Minister of India, Dr. S. Jaishankar, reiterated India’s commitment… Continue reading “BIMSTEC” 17th Ministerial Meeting
Record 11 Crore Worked Under “MGNREGS” in 2020-21
What is the News? According to Government data, over 11 crore people worked under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme(MGNREGS) during the financial year 2020-21. Key Facts Related to MGNREG Scheme during 2020-21: During the financial year 2020-21, around 11 crore people worked under the MGNREGS. This is the first time since the… Continue reading Record 11 Crore Worked Under “MGNREGS” in 2020-21
US President to Remove the Ban on “H-1B Visa”
What is the News? In 2020 the US President imposed a ban on H-1B visa. The current US President decided to reverse the ban. So he allows a 2020 ban to expire on March 31st. About the 2020 Ban on H1-B skilled workers: In 2020, the previous US President signed an executive order suspending the… Continue reading US President to Remove the Ban on “H-1B Visa”
CDS operationalizes the third “Joint Logistics Node”(JLN) in Mumbai
What is the News? Chief of Defence Staff operationalises the third Joint Logistics Node (JLN) in Mumbai. About Joint Logistics Node(JLN): The JLN has been established with an aim of integrating the military’s logistics. Further, it aims to set up and improving the military’s war-fighting ability. This is the third Node to be set up. The two… Continue reading CDS operationalizes the third “Joint Logistics Node”(JLN) in Mumbai
WEF released “Global Gender Gap Report 2021”
What is the News? WEF releases the Global Gender Gap Report 2021. About Global Gender Gap Report: The World Economic Forum(WEF) publishes the Global Gender Gap Report annually since 2006. Parameters: The report ranks 156 countries on their progress towards gender parity in four dimensions. Namely, Economic Participation and Opportunity Educational Attainment Health and Survival Political Empowerment.… Continue reading WEF released “Global Gender Gap Report 2021”
“Pong Dam wildlife sanctuary” – 27 Migratory Birds Found Dead
What is the news? As many as 27 migratory birds died on account of avian influenza in Himachal Pradesh’s Pong Dam Wildlife Sanctuary. Click Here to Read about Avian Influenza About Pong Dam Wildlife Sanctuary Pong Dam Wildlife Sanctuary or Pong Dam Reservoir or Pong Dam Lake is in Himachal Pradesh. Created in: The dam… Continue reading “Pong Dam wildlife sanctuary” – 27 Migratory Birds Found Dead
Government congratulated “International Ranger Award” winner from India
What is the News? Mahinder Giri, a range officer from Rajaji Tiger Reserve won the prestigious International Ranger Award . He is the only ranger from Asia to win this award. Recently, Minister for Environment, Forests and Climate Change congratulated the range officer for his achievement. About the International Ranger Award: The International Ranger Award… Continue reading Government congratulated “International Ranger Award” winner from India
NITI Aayog Releases “Investment Opportunities in India’s Healthcare Sector” report
What is the News? NITI Aayog released a report titled, ‘Investment Opportunities in India’s Healthcare Sector’. Purpose of the Investment Opportunities in India’s Healthcare Sector Report: The report outlines the range of investment opportunities in various segments of India’s healthcare sector. This includes hospitals, medical devices and equipment, health insurance, telemedicine, home healthcare, and medical… Continue reading NITI Aayog Releases “Investment Opportunities in India’s Healthcare Sector” report
