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DST launches India-Russia collaboration joint R&D for technology development

News: Department of Science and Technology has launched the India-Russia Joint Technology Assessment and Accelerated Commercialization Programme. Facts: The programme has been launched in partnership with Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry(FICCI) and Foundation for Assistance to Small Innovative Enterprises(FASIE) of the Russian Federation. Aim: To connect Indian and Russian Science & Technology(S&T)… Continue reading DST launches India-Russia collaboration joint R&D for technology development

Gross NPA of banks may rise to 12.5% by March 2021: RBI Financial Stability Report

News: The Reserve Bank of India(RBI) has released its 21st Financial Stability Report. Facts: Financial Stability Report(FSR): It is a bi-annual report published by the Reserve Bank of India(RBI). Aim: To review the nature, magnitude and implications of risks that may have a bearing on the macroeconomic environment, financial institutions, markets and infrastructure. The report… Continue reading Gross NPA of banks may rise to 12.5% by March 2021: RBI Financial Stability Report

Explained: What exactly is herd immunity

News: A recent serological survey in Delhi found the presence of coronavirus specific antibodies in about 23% of the samples tested.The results of the survey are being interpreted to suggest that Delhi could be approaching Herd immunity. However, scientists have cautioned against such conclusions. Facts: What is Herd immunity? It is a stage of an… Continue reading Explained: What exactly is herd immunity

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