What is the News? The Sixth Edition of Indo – French joint military exercise “Ex SHAKTI 2021” has commenced at the Military School of Draguignan, France. What is Exercise Shakti? Exercise Shakti is a biennial military exercise between the Indian and French Army. Aim: To enhance military cooperation and interoperability between the two Armies. Focus… Continue reading 6th EDITION OF INDO-FRANCE JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE “EX SHAKTI 2021” BEING CONDUCTED IN FRANCE
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President of India Graces Swachh Amrit Mahotsav and Presents Swachh Survekshan Awards 2021
What is the News? The President of India has addressed the Swachh Amrit Mahotsav and presented the Swachh Survekshan Awards 2021. What is the Swachh Survekshan Awards? Swachh Survekshan is an annual survey of cleanliness, hygiene and sanitation in cities and towns across India. It was launched as part of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, which… Continue reading President of India Graces Swachh Amrit Mahotsav and Presents Swachh Survekshan Awards 2021
Life expectancy lower for urban poor, says study
What is the News? Azim Premji University has released a report titled “Healthcare equity in urban India”. What is the purpose of the report? The report explores health vulnerabilities and inequalities in cities in India.It also looks at the availability, accessibility and cost of healthcare facilities and possibilities in future-proofing services in the next decade.… Continue reading Life expectancy lower for urban poor, says study
Prolonged school closures due to COVID-19 pose threat to gender equality: UNESCO study
What is the News? UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) has released a study titled “When Schools Close: Gendered Impacts of COVID-19 School Closures”. This study highlights how school closures affected girls and boys, young women and men differently depending on the circumstances. What are the key findings of the study? Around 1.6… Continue reading Prolonged school closures due to COVID-19 pose threat to gender equality: UNESCO study
Govt school enrolments lower in 8 states compared to pre-pandemic period
What is the News? The 16th Annual Status of Education Report(ASER) was recently released by Pratham Education Foundation. Must Read: ASER Survey and issues in school education – Explained, pointwise What is the major finding of the report? There was an increase in enrolment in Government Schools. Around 70.3% of children in India enrolled in… Continue reading Govt school enrolments lower in 8 states compared to pre-pandemic period
NITI Aayog lists 11 measures to improve school education system
What is the News? NITI Aayog has released a report titled “Systemic Transformation of School Education”. The report has suggested 11 measures to improve the country’s school education system. About the report The report has recommended 11 measures to improve the country’s school education system. These recommendations are based on findings of NITI Aayog’s Sustainable… Continue reading NITI Aayog lists 11 measures to improve school education system
School enrolment fell during pandemic: Annual Status of Education Report
Contents1 What is the News?2 What is an ASER Survey?3 About ASER 2021 Survey4 What are the Key findings of ASER 2021?5 What are the suggestions provided by the ASER Report? What is the News? The Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) survey 2021 has been released. What is an ASER Survey? The ASER survey… Continue reading School enrolment fell during pandemic: Annual Status of Education Report
Pochampally village in Telangana selected as one of the best Tourism Villages by United Nations World Tourism Organisation
What is the News? Pochampally Village in Telangana State has been selected as one of the best Tourism Villages by the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO). The award will be given on the occasion of the 24th session of the UNWTO General Assembly in December 2021 in Madrid, Spain. Note: Ministry of Tourism had… Continue reading Pochampally village in Telangana selected as one of the best Tourism Villages by United Nations World Tourism Organisation
PM launches multiple key initiatives for the welfare of Janjatiya community at Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas Mahasammelan
Contents1 What is the News?2 What are the key initiatives launched by the Prime Minister?2.1 ‘Ration Aapke Gram’ scheme in Madhya Pradesh2.2 Madhya Pradesh Sickle Cell Mission2.3 50 Eklavya Model Residential Schools3 Tribute to Babasaheb Purandare What is the News? The Prime Minister has launched multiple key initiatives for the welfare of the Janjatiya (Tribal)… Continue reading PM launches multiple key initiatives for the welfare of Janjatiya community at Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas Mahasammelan
Remembering Birsa Munda on Janjatiya Gaurav Divas
What is the News? Union Cabinet has approved 15th November as Janjatiya Gaurav Divas to remember the contributions of tribal freedom fighters for the country. This date was chosen as it is the birth anniversary of Birsa Munda who is revered as Bhagwan by tribal communities across the country. Who is Birsa Munda? Birsa Munda… Continue reading Remembering Birsa Munda on Janjatiya Gaurav Divas
