What is the News? Police in Uttar Pradesh has booked few persons under The Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971. They had allegedly draped the body of their relative in the national flag after his death. Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act,1971: This act penalises the desecration of or insults to the… Continue reading law on draping National Flag over body of a deceased
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After oils, FSSAI caps Trans Fatty Acids(TFAs) in foods
What is the News? The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India(FSSAI) has amended its rules. Under new rules, it put a cap on trans fatty acids(TFAs) in food products. Previously, it tightened the norms for oils and fats in the food. What are the new rules? According to FSSAI, Food products contain edible oils… Continue reading After oils, FSSAI caps Trans Fatty Acids(TFAs) in foods
NITI Aayog study to track “Economic Impact of Green Verdicts”
What is the News? NITI Aayog has commissioned a study to examine the unintended economic consequences of judicial decisions that have hindered and stalled projects on environmental grounds. About the study Responsible body: The study is to be undertaken by Jaipur-headquartered CUTS (Consumer Unity and Trust Society) Centre for Competition, Investment, and Economic Regulation. It… Continue reading NITI Aayog study to track “Economic Impact of Green Verdicts”
Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOF)
What is the News? Parts of Uttarakhand witnessed massive flooding due to Glacial Lake outburst. What is Glacial Lake Outburst Floods(GLOF)? It is a type of outburst flood. It occurs when water dammed by a glacier is released. In other words, it’s an outburst that happens when a dam containing a glacial lake fails. Note:… Continue reading Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOF)
KAPILA campaign
What is the News? The Union Education Minister informed the Lok Sabha about the KAPILA campaign launched in October 2020. The campaign was launched on 89th birth anniversary of former President and Scientist Late Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam. Facts: KAPILA stands for Kalam Program for Intellectual Property Literacy and Awareness campaign. Nodal Ministry: Ministry of… Continue reading KAPILA campaign
“Yudh Abhyas” – Indo-U.S. joint military exercise
What is the News? The 16th edition of Indo-U.S. joint military exercise ‘Yudh Abhyas’ will be held in Rajasthan between February 8 and 21,2021. Facts: Exercise Yudh Abhyas: It is one of the largest joint military training exercises between India and USA. The exercise was started in 2004 under the US Army Pacific Partnership Program.… Continue reading “Yudh Abhyas” – Indo-U.S. joint military exercise
PM Atma Nirbhar Swasth Bharat Yojana
What is the News? The Finance Minister has launched a new scheme titled “PM Atma Nirbhar Swasth Bharat Yojana”. In general, The scheme aims to develop capacities in the health care system over 6 yrs. PM Atma Nirbhar Swasth Bharat Yojana: Type: It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme Aim: The scheme aims to Improve primary,… Continue reading PM Atma Nirbhar Swasth Bharat Yojana
Registered Unrecognised Political Parties are not transparent : ADR report
What is the News? Association for Democratic Reforms(ADR) has released a report titled “Analysis of Donations received by Registered Unrecognised Political Parties”. The report underlines the lack of transparency among Registered Unrecognised Political Parties. Facts: What is Registered Unrecognised Political Parties? If a party satisfies any one of below-mentioned criteria, then they are called Registered… Continue reading Registered Unrecognised Political Parties are not transparent : ADR report
“Square Kilometre Array” (SKA) Project
What is the News? The Square Kilometre Array Observatory (SKAO) Council held its first meeting recently. In that, the member countries approved the establishment of Square Kilometre Array (SKA). Facts: Square Kilometre Array (SKA) Project: It is an international effort to build the world’s largest radio telescope. It is not a single telescope. It consists… Continue reading “Square Kilometre Array” (SKA) Project
Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana(PMMVY)
What is the News? The Central Government has informed that the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana(PMMVY) has crossed 1.75 crores of eligible women beneficiaries, till the financial year 2020. Facts: Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana(PMMVY): Launched in: It is a maternity benefit scheme introduced in 2017. It is being implemented by the Ministry of Women… Continue reading Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana(PMMVY)
