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Session on Precision Agriculture by ICAR

News: A session on “Sensors and Sensing for Precision Agriculture” was organised by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-IARI). Facts: Precision Agriculture: It is an approach where inputs are utilised in precise amounts to get increased average yields compared to traditional cultivation techniques. How does it work? It uses information… Continue reading Session on Precision Agriculture by ICAR

Union Minister chairs event on ‘World Food Day’ organized by FSSAI

News: Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare has presided over an event to celebrate ‘World Food Day’. Facts: The event was organized by Food Safety and Standards Authority of India(FSSAI). Theme: Grow, Nourish and Sustain Together. Initiatives launched during the event: Eat Right Creativity Challenge for schools: It is a poster and… Continue reading Union Minister chairs event on ‘World Food Day’ organized by FSSAI

Cabinet approves World Bank aided project STARS

News: Union Cabinet has approved the implementation of the World Bank- aided Strengthening Teaching-Learning and Results for States(STARS) project under the New Education Policy (NEP). Facts: Type: The project would be implemented as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme under the Department of School Education and Literacy, Ministry of Education(MOE). Aim: To support the states in developing… Continue reading Cabinet approves World Bank aided project STARS

Tech for Tribals Initiative

News: Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India (TRIFED) in collaboration with Chhattisgarh MFP Federation and IIT, Kanpur will be launching Tech for Tribals initiative. Facts: Tech for Tribals Initiative: It aims at the holistic development of tribals with a focus on entrepreneurship development, soft skills, IT and business development through Self Help Groups(SHGs) operating… Continue reading Tech for Tribals Initiative

AIIB, World Bank-funded project to invest $1.5 bn in India’s Covid fight

News: The “India COVID-19 Emergency Response and Health System Strengthening Project” will invest $1.5 billion over four years in India to help its healthcare system tackle the Covid-19 pandemic. Facts: About the Project: The project has been financed by the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank(AIIB) and World Bank. Aim: To prevent, detect and respond to the… Continue reading AIIB, World Bank-funded project to invest $1.5 bn in India’s Covid fight

DST collaborates with IBM to build STEM career opportunities for girl students

News: Department of Science & Technology(DST) and IBM India have announced collaborations to scale up two DST initiatives–Vigyan Jyoti and Engage with Science (Vigyan Prasar). Facts: Vigyan Jyoti: Launched Year: 2019 Nodal ministry: Ministry of Science & Technology (DST). Coverage: The programme covers girl students from grade 9 to 12. Aim: To create a level-playing… Continue reading DST collaborates with IBM to build STEM career opportunities for girl students

MoRTH enhances allocation of funds for SARDP-NE related works

News: Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has enhanced the allocation of funds for expenditure under Special Accelerated Road Development Programme in North Eastern Areas(SARDP-NE). Facts: SARDP-NE: It is an initiative of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways for the development of road networks in the North Eastern Region and Sikkim. Objectives: Up-gradation of… Continue reading MoRTH enhances allocation of funds for SARDP-NE related works

Prime minister inaugurates Atal Tunnel

News: Prime Minister has inaugurated the Atal Tunnel in Himachal Pradesh Rohtang. Facts: Atal Tunnel (earlier known as Rohtang Tunnel): It is a 9.02 km long tunnel that connects Manali to Lahaul-Spiti valley throughout the year. Significance: The tunnel is the world’s longest highway tunnel above the altitude of 10,000 feet (3000 metres). Constructed by:… Continue reading Prime minister inaugurates Atal Tunnel

Chardham committee alleges violations of Supreme Court orders

News: The chairman of a Supreme Court-appointed expert committee under Ravi Chopra has alleged violations of the court orders in the execution of the Chardham road project. Facts: Chardham Road Project: It is a project that involves developing and widening 900-km of national highways connecting the holy Hindu pilgrimage sites of Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, and… Continue reading Chardham committee alleges violations of Supreme Court orders

Union Minister of Jal Shakti launches 100-days Mission Mode Campaign to provide potable piped water supply in Schools & Anganwadi Centres

News: Ministry of Jal Shakti has launched ‘100 days campaign’ on 2nd October 2020 to ensure piped safe water in schools and anganwadi centres across Facts: The piped water facilities will be operated and maintained by the Gram Panchayat and/ or its sub-committee i.e. Village Water & Sanitation Committee or Paani Samiti. Jal Jeevan Mission:… Continue reading Union Minister of Jal Shakti launches 100-days Mission Mode Campaign to provide potable piped water supply in Schools & Anganwadi Centres

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