The Western and Central Railways have introduced a biometrics based token system(BTS).The system seeks to streamline the process of boarding unreserved coaches. This system was introduced as passengers with general class ticket face difficulties in boarding coaches as everyone rushes to grab a seat. This system allows passengers travelling in the general coach where seats… Continue reading How a biometrics-based token system is reducing chaos on railway platforms
Category: Factly: Polity and Nation
This category contains all Current Affairs Factly Articles for Prelims, related to the Polity and Nation. You can find all relevant Polity and Nation updates on this page. This page is specifically useful for UPSC Prelims exam.
Explained: Why Medical Commission Bill bothers doctors
National Medical Commission(NMC) Bill,2019 is being criticised by medical fraternity even after getting passed in Parliament. The Indian Medical Association(IMA) has raised concerned over Section 32 of the NMC Bill that provides for licensing of non medical persons or Community Health Providers to practise modern medicine. According to the Bill,the Commission may grant limited licence… Continue reading Explained: Why Medical Commission Bill bothers doctors
One Nation-one Ration Card scheme implemented on pilot basis in four States
One nation one ration card scheme was launched on a pilot basis in four states namely Gujarat, Maharashtra,Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. One nation one ration card scheme is all about inter-state portability of ration cards.It enables the beneficiaries who are taking food grains under the Public Distribution System(PDS) to access the same benefits if they… Continue reading One Nation-one Ration Card scheme implemented on pilot basis in four States
JK: ‘Machail Mata Yatra’ suspended due to security reasons
The ‘Machail Mata Yatra’ in Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir has been suspended due to security reasons. Machail Mata is the shrine of Goddess Durga or “Chandi Mata”.The name “Machail” is derived from the village where the shrine is located. The yatra is held annually for a period of 43 days.This year it began… Continue reading JK: ‘Machail Mata Yatra’ suspended due to security reasons
Centre launches dedicated website to contain Fall Armyworm
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare has launched a dedicated website (www.fallarmyworm.org.in) to help framers control and fight against Fall Armyworm (FAW) pest attacks. The website provides tips and useful information to prevent and control FAW. It also has information on pheromone traps and lures to detect FAW at a very early stage of… Continue reading Centre launches dedicated website to contain Fall Armyworm
Census 2021 may skip caste count
Census 2021 is unlikely to collect “caste wise” data. This is because the Socio-Economic Caste Census had collected data on caste however, it was difficult to tabulate the data. The data is yet to be released by the Centre. The Census 2021 would restrict itself to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes data. A census of… Continue reading Census 2021 may skip caste count
BIS to set up Pashmina testing centre in Leh
Bureau of Indian Standards(BIS) would set up a Pashmina testing centre in Leh in partnership with the lab of Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council(LAHDC),Leh. The pashmina products will also get a code from the Bureau of Indian Standards(BIS) certifying their genuineness and quality. Pashmina is a fine type of cashmere wool.Cashmere wool has strong, light,soft… Continue reading BIS to set up Pashmina testing centre in Leh
Rajya Sabha Passes National Medical commission Bill
The Rajya Sabha has passed the National Medical Commission Bill, 2019 which seeks to repeal the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956. If enacted, the current Medical Council of India would be replaced by a National Medical Commission. The Commission will have four autonomous boards: a) Undergraduate Medical Education Board, b) Post-Graduate Medical Education Board, c)… Continue reading Rajya Sabha Passes National Medical commission Bill
Cabinet approves Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS)
The Union Cabinet has approved the Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) rates for Phosphatic and Potassic(P&K) fertilizers for the year 2019-20. This decision will help manufacturers and importers formalise supply contracts for fertilisers and fertiliser inputs and make them available to farmers during the current year. Government provides fertilizers, Urea and 21 grades of P&K fertilizers… Continue reading Cabinet approves Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS)
Motor Vehicles bill won’t usurp rights of states: Gadkari
The Rajya Sabha has cleared the Motor Vehicle (Amendment) Bill, 2019. The Bill seeks to amend the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 It seeks to improve road safety through multifold increase in penalities for traffic violations. It also aims to streamline the licensing and road permit process. The Bill proposes a National Transportation Policy for ushering… Continue reading Motor Vehicles bill won’t usurp rights of states: Gadkari
