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Agriculture minister joins G-20 meet over
News:Union Agriculture Minister participated in an virtual meeting of G-20 Agriculture Ministers which was organised by the Saudi Presidency Facts: The meeting sought to address the issue of Covid-19 impacts on food security, safety and nutrition. Highlights of the meet: No export restrictions or high taxes on food and agricultural products purchased by the World… Continue reading Agriculture minister joins G-20 meet over
TIFAC explores best methods to revive Indian economy post COVID-19
News:Technology Information, Forecasting and Assessment Council (TIFAC) is preparing a white paper to strategize revival of post-COVID 19 Indian economy. Facts: TIFAC is an autonomous technology think tank set up in 1988 Parent Body: Department of Science & Technology (DST) Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Science and Technology Mandate: Assess the technology trajectories, and support innovation… Continue reading TIFAC explores best methods to revive Indian economy post COVID-19
Iran launches first military satellite- Noor
News: Iran launched Noor satellite Facts: It is Iran’s first military satellite. Additional Facts: India’s military satellites: GSAT-7 military communications satellite used by Indian Navy GSAT-7A: military communications satellite used by the Indian Air Force with Indian Army using 30% of capacity.
Cabinet okays Rs 15,000 crore for ‘India COVID-19 emergency response, health system preparedness package’
News: The Union Cabinet approved investments of Rs. 15,000 crore for ‘India COVID-19 Emergency Response and Health System Preparedness Package’. Facts: Aim: Enhance emergency response to slow and limit COVID-19 in India Objectives: Development of diagnostics and COV1D-dedicated treatment facilities, Centralized procurement of essential medical equipment and drugs required for treatment of infected patients, Strengthen… Continue reading Cabinet okays Rs 15,000 crore for ‘India COVID-19 emergency response, health system preparedness package’
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World Press Freedom Index
News:World Press Freedom Index 2020 has been released by the Reporters Without Borders(RSF). Facts: The index has been published every year since 2002. It ranks 180 countries based on following parameters a) pluralism, b) media independence c) environment and self-censorship d) legislative framework e) Transparency f) Infrastructure and g) Abuses. Key Takeaways: Top 3: Norway,… Continue reading World Press Freedom Index
