What is the news? Maharashtra Chief Minister has asked the Prime Minister for state-wide implementation of the ‘Beed model’ of the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY). About Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) The scheme was launched in 2016 by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. Aim: To provide comprehensive insurance cover against… Continue reading What is Maharashtra’s “Beed model” of crop insurance?
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NITI Aayog releases “Fast Tracking Freight in India” Report
What is the News? NITI Aayog and Rocky Mountain Institute(RMI) has released a report titled “Fast Tracking Freight in India: A Roadmap for Clean and Cost-Effective Goods Transport”. Objectives of the Fast Tracking Freight in India Report: Establish a coherent vision for a cost-effective, clean, and optimised freight transport system in India. Quantify the economic,… Continue reading NITI Aayog releases “Fast Tracking Freight in India” Report
US President and UK PM to sign “New Atlantic Charter”
What is the news? US President Joe Biden and UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson met for the first time. They inspected documents related to the New Atlantic Charter to be signed. What was the original Atlantic Charter? The Atlantic Charter was signed by British Prime Minister Winston Churchill and U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt in… Continue reading US President and UK PM to sign “New Atlantic Charter”
“CHIME telescope” detects numerous “Fast Radio Bursts”
What is the news? Scientists from the Canadian Hydrogen Intensity Mapping Experiment (CHIME) have detected 535 Fast Radio Bursts (FRB). It is the largest collection of FRB till date. CHIME telescope (Source: Wiki) They have detected this in collaboration with India’s Tata Institute for Fundamental Research (TIFR) and the National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA).… Continue reading “CHIME telescope” detects numerous “Fast Radio Bursts”
Maharashtra govt clears an amendment to protect “heritage trees”
What is the News? The Maharashtra Government has cleared an amendment to the Maharashtra (Urban Areas) Protection and Preservation of Trees Act,1975. What are the key features of the amended act? The key features are: Concept of Heritage Tree: A tree with an estimated age of 50 years or more shall be defined as a… Continue reading Maharashtra govt clears an amendment to protect “heritage trees”
31st edition of “Indo-Thai CORPAT” commenced
What is the News? India and Thailand have commenced the 31st edition of Indo-Thai CORPAT Exercise. About Indo-Thai CORPAT: India and Thailand have been carrying out the Coordinated Patrol (CORPAT) exercises along their International Maritime Boundary Line twice a year since 2005. Aim: To keep part of the Indian Ocean safe and secure for commercial… Continue reading 31st edition of “Indo-Thai CORPAT” commenced
“Child Labour: Global estimates 2020” report released by ILO
What is the news? “Child Labour: Global estimates 2020, trends and the road forward” report has been released by International Labour Organization and UNICEF. What is Child labour? As per ILO, Child labour is defined as work that deprives children of their childhood, their potential and their dignity, and that is harmful to their physical… Continue reading “Child Labour: Global estimates 2020” report released by ILO
Mixing Covid-19 vaccines: Benefits and Concerns
What is the news? India plans to conduct research on Mixing Covid-19 vaccines. This is to investigate if it can immunize people using a “mix and match” of different Covid-19 vaccines. What does mixing of vaccines mean? Mixing of vaccines means following up one dose of a particular vaccine with a second dose of a… Continue reading Mixing Covid-19 vaccines: Benefits and Concerns
How is the “UN Secretary-General” appointed?
What is the news? Secretary-General António Guterres has been formally approved for a second term by the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). He will have a term of five more years starting January 1, 2022. The recommendation will now go to the UN General Assembly (UNGA) which is expected to make the appointment. Process of… Continue reading How is the “UN Secretary-General” appointed?
NITI Aayog launches “Surakshit Hum Surakshit Tum Abhiyaan”
What is the news? Surakshit Hum Surakshit Tum Abhiyaan’ has been launched by NITI Aayog and Piramal Foundation. About Surakshit Hum Surakshit Tum Abhiyaan: Surakshit Hum Surakshit Tum Abhiyaan has been launched in 112 aspirational districts. Aim: To assist district administrations in providing home-care support to COVID-19 patients who are asymptomatic or have mild symptoms.… Continue reading NITI Aayog launches “Surakshit Hum Surakshit Tum Abhiyaan”
