What is the News? The Prime Minister will inaugurate the World Sustainable Development Summit 2021. About World Sustainable Development Summit(WSDS): It is an annual event organized by The Energy and Resources Institute(TERI) since 2001. The summit was earlier known as Delhi Sustainable Development Summit. Purpose: The Summit brings together a wide number of participants in… Continue reading PM to inaugurate “World Sustainable Development Summit 2021”
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Veerashaiva “Lingayats” demanding for Quota
What is the News? The Veerashaiva Lingayats are demanding inclusion in the Other Backward Classes(OBC) quota category. Who are the Lingayats? Lingayats are classified as a Hindu sub-caste called Veerashaiva Lingayats. They are essentially followers of the 12th-century philosopher Saint Basavanna who was against the caste system and Vedic rituals. They are a dominant community… Continue reading Veerashaiva “Lingayats” demanding for Quota
What are the “NDMA guidelines for GLOFs related disasters”
What is the News? NDMA has issued guidelines to reduce disasters related to Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs). Recently GLOF is suspected to have caused the flash floods in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli. What are Glacial Lake Outburst Floods(GLOFs)? It refers to the flooding that occurs when the water dammed by a glacier or a moraine is… Continue reading What are the “NDMA guidelines for GLOFs related disasters”
Chinese energy projects near Tamil Nadu cleared by Sri Lanka
What is the News? The Sri Lankan Government has cleared a Chinese project to set up hybrid wind and solar energy projects on three Sri Lankan islands. Note: This development comes after Sri Lanka had recently decided to pull out of the East Container Terminal(ECT) deal with India and Japan. About the Project: China’s hybrid… Continue reading Chinese energy projects near Tamil Nadu cleared by Sri Lanka
“Tileswari Barua” – possibly the youngest martyr of India got recognised by PM
What is the News? The Prime Minister went the historic martyr town of Dhekiajuli in Assam and recognised the freedom fighters of that town. The town was associated with the Quit India Movement of 1942. During his visit, the PM also laid the foundation stone for two medical colleges and launched a road and highway… Continue reading “Tileswari Barua” – possibly the youngest martyr of India got recognised by PM
Men access “KIRAN mental health rehabilitation helpline” more
What is the News? According to a report by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment(SJE), 70% of callers to KIRAN (mental health rehabilitation helpline) are male. Kiran helpline(1800-599-0019): Launched by: It was launched by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities(DEPwD). The Department works under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (SJE).… Continue reading Men access “KIRAN mental health rehabilitation helpline” more
“Exercise AMPHEX- 21” – Tri-service joint amphibious exercise conducted.
What is the News? A large-scale tri-service joint amphibious exercise AMPHEX – 21 was conducted in the Andaman & Nicobar group of islands. Facts: Exercise AMPHEX- 21: It is a tri-service joint amphibious exercise which involved the participation of Navy, Army and Air force. Aim: To validate India’s capabilities to safeguard the territorial integrity of… Continue reading “Exercise AMPHEX- 21” – Tri-service joint amphibious exercise conducted.
law on draping National Flag over body of a deceased
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
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”
