Source: The post is based on the article “FCI stops rice supply for ethanol production amid concerns over crop” published in Business Standard on 25th July 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 Why has the FCI stopped the supply of rice for ethanol production?3 What will be the impact of this ban?4 What is Ethanol… Continue reading FCI stops rice supply for ethanol production amid concerns over crop
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Govt. launches Meri Maati, Mera Desh campaign
Source: The post is based on the article “Govt. launches Meri Maati, Mera Desh campaign” published in The Hindu on 25th July 2023. What is the News? The Union government has launched the Meri Maati, Mera Desh campaign. What is the Meri Maati, Mera Desh campaign? The Meri Maati Mera Desh campaign is envisaged as… Continue reading Govt. launches Meri Maati, Mera Desh campaign
Will generic supply of bedaquiline be accessible?
Source: The post is based on the article “Will generic supply of bedaquiline be accessible?” published in The Hindu on 24th July 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Tuberculosis?3 What is the threat from Tuberculosis?4 What is Bedaquiline?5 What has Johnson & Johnson(J&J) done? What is the News? Johnson & Johnson’s patent on… Continue reading Will generic supply of bedaquiline be accessible?
India hands over missile corvette INS Kirpan to Vietnam
Source: The post is based on the article “India hands over missile corvette INS Kirpan to Vietnam” published in Indian Express on 24th July 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is INS Kirpan?3 What is the significance of India giving INS Kirpan to Vietnam?4 What are the other deals signed between India and Vietnam… Continue reading India hands over missile corvette INS Kirpan to Vietnam
Union Minister for Jal Shakti released Manual For Disaster Management Plan
Source: The post is based on the article “Union Minister for Jal Shakti released Manual For Disaster Management Plan” published in PIB on 22nd July 2023. What is the News? Union Minister for Jal Shakti has released the Manual for Disaster Management Plan (DMP) About the Manual for Disaster Management Plan (DMP): Developed by: Department… Continue reading Union Minister for Jal Shakti released Manual For Disaster Management Plan
Portal launched to report violation of ban on e-cigarettes
Source: The post is based on the article “Portal launched to report violation of ban on e-cigarettes” published in The Hindu on 22nd July 2023. What is the News? The Union government has asked the state governments to effectively implement the Centre’s ban on e-cigarettes. What are e-cigarettes? Click Here to read About the ban… Continue reading Portal launched to report violation of ban on e-cigarettes
Use any Indian language as optional medium, says CBSE
Source: The post is based on the article “Use any Indian language as optional medium, says CBSE” published in The Hindu on 22nd July 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What does the National Education policy say on the use of Indian Languages as a medium of instruction in schools?3 What are the challenges in… Continue reading Use any Indian language as optional medium, says CBSE
Biofortified foods: Industry bats for separate branding
Source: The post is based on the article “Biofortified foods: Industry bats for separate branding” published in The Hindu Businessline on 19th July 2023. What is the News? According to a report, the global market of biofortification is projected to reach $217.21 million by 2030 from the current $100.84 million (in 2022). What is Biofortification?… Continue reading Biofortified foods: Industry bats for separate branding
Why is Kerch Bridge attack significant?
Source: The post is based on the article “Why is Kerch Bridge attack significant?” published in The Hindu On 21st July 2023 What is the News? The Kerch Bridge has come under attack. One section of the bridge was damaged in what the Russians called an attack by two Ukrainian sea drones. What is Kerch… Continue reading Why is Kerch Bridge attack significant?
40% of districts do not have nursing colleges, Health Ministry data show
Source: The post is based on the article “40% of districts do not have nursing colleges, Health Ministry data show” published in The Hindu on 20th July 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the present status of Nursing services in India?3 What does the WHO say on the global nursery workforce?4 What is… Continue reading 40% of districts do not have nursing colleges, Health Ministry data show
