Source: The Hindu, TOI Contents1 What is the news?2 Background3 Why a specialized entity?4 Mandate of the specialized entity What is the news? After unveiling the Rs 6-lakh-crore asset monetization program, the government has accelerated efforts to separate surplus land. The government will soon seek Cabinet approval for setting up a specialized entity (special purpose… Continue reading Government prepares plan to hive off surplus land of PSUs (On NMP project)
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Govt gives wing to drone policy (On new drone rules 2021)
Source: Business Standard, TOI, Livemint, TH Contents1 What is the news?2 Background3 Significance 4 More reforms in order5 What now? What is the news? The Ministry of Civil Aviation has notified Drone Rules, 2021, under which the coverage of all-up weight of an unmanned aircraft system has been increased from 300 kg to 500 kg. It… Continue reading Govt gives wing to drone policy (On new drone rules 2021)
Auto firms want policy shift to make vehicles affordable
Source: Livemint What is the news? India’s automobile industry recently asked the government to frame policies that would make vehicle purchases more affordable for customers to revive sales. India’s two-wheeler makers have also been urging the Union government to reduce goods and services tax (GST) imposed on entry-level two-wheelers to 18% from the existing 28%.… Continue reading Auto firms want policy shift to make vehicles affordable
Afghans can enter India now only on e-visas
Source: The Hindu What is the News? The Government of India has said that all Afghan nationals must travel to India only on a special e-Visas issued by the Government of India. What is the decision taken by the Government of India? The Government of India has cancelled all previously issued visas to Afghan nationals… Continue reading Afghans can enter India now only on e-visas
The Saroop of Sikh Holy Book
Source: Indian Express Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Saroop?3 Who compiled the Guru Granth Sahib?4 Who publishes Guru Granth Sahib? What is the News? The Union Minister of India has received one of the Saroops of the holy Guru Granth Sahib flown in from Afghanistan. What is Saroop? Saroop is a physical copy… Continue reading The Saroop of Sikh Holy Book
Fukushima nuclear water to be released via undersea tunnel
Source: The Hindu What is the News? The Japanese Fukushima nuclear power plant operator has planned to build an undersea tunnel so that massive amounts of treated but still radioactive water can be released into the ocean. About Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant: Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant is located in the town of Okuma, Japan. The… Continue reading Fukushima nuclear water to be released via undersea tunnel
UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan(UNAMA)
Source: The Hindu What is the News? The Taliban Sanctions Committee will hold an important meeting to discuss the renewal of the mandate of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan(UNAMA). About UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan(UNAMA): UNAMA is a UN Special Political Mission established to assist the state and the people of Afghanistan in laying… Continue reading UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan(UNAMA)
Finance Minister unveils 4th edition of Public Sector Bank Reforms Agenda – EASE 4.0
Source: PIB What is the News? The Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs has unveiled the fourth edition of the Public Sector Bank (PSB) Reforms Agenda ‘EASE 4.0’ for 2021-22. About EASE: Enhanced Access and Service Excellence(EASE) is a common reform agenda for Public Sector Banks (PSBs). It is aimed at institutionalizing clean lending,… Continue reading Finance Minister unveils 4th edition of Public Sector Bank Reforms Agenda – EASE 4.0
NCL, Ministry of Coal initiates Massive Campaign against Malnutrition as part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Celebrations
Source: PIB What is the News? Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a Miniratna company under the Ministry of Coal has launched Project Bachpan as part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Celebrations About Project Bachpan: Project Bachpan was launched based on the MoU signed between Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) and Singrauli District Administration, Madhya Pradesh. Aim: The… Continue reading NCL, Ministry of Coal initiates Massive Campaign against Malnutrition as part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Celebrations
Pension scheme for informal workers hits stagnation point
Source: Livemint What is the News? The number of people joining the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-dhan (PM-SYM) scheme, has hit an all-time low. This is due to workers in the informal sector facing income and job loss following the two waves of the coronavirus pandemic. About Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-dhan(PM-SYM) Scheme: Launched by:… Continue reading Pension scheme for informal workers hits stagnation point
