News:Scientists have confirmed the existence of Proxima Centauri b as an Earth-sized planet. Facts: Proxima Centauri b is an exoplanet orbiting in the habitable zone of the star Proxima Centauri. It is located approximately 4.2 light-years from Earth making it the closest known exoplanet to the Solar System. Additional Facts: Proxima Centauri:It is the red… Continue reading Proxima Centauri b confirmed as nearest Earth Sized Planet
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Madhya Pradesh launches ‘Rozgar Setu’ scheme
Facts: Madhya Pradesh Government has announced the launch of the ‘Rozgar Setu’ scheme to help secure employment for skilled workers who have returned back to their homes and were employed at industries elsewhere.
Energy access goals need greater effort in post-COVID-19 world: Report
News: The Tracking SDG 7: The Energy Progress Report has been released by International Energy Agency(IEA), the International Renewable Energy Agency(IREA), the United Nations Statistics Division, World Bank and the World Health Organization. Facts: Aim: To guide international co-operation and policy-making to achieve universal, sustainable energy access by 2030 by focusing on four key SDG… Continue reading Energy access goals need greater effort in post-COVID-19 world: Report
Major Impact on climate due to extension of Amery Ice Shelf, NCPOR study says
News:According to the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR),there would be a 24% increase in the expansion of the Amery Ice Shelf (AIS) boundaries in Antarctica by 2021 from its 2016 positions. Facts: The Amery Ice Shelf(AIS) is one of the largest glacier drainage basins in the world located on the east coast… Continue reading Major Impact on climate due to extension of Amery Ice Shelf, NCPOR study says
Now, ‘Banana Covid’ hits plantations
News: Fusarium Wilt TR4 dubbed as Banana Covid is setting up new hotspots and threatening the output of Banana Cultivation in India. Facts: Tropical Race 4(TR4): It is a novel fungus strain that causes Fusarium wilt (aka Panama disease) in banana plants. Origin: It was first identified in Taiwan and has jumped from Asia to… Continue reading Now, ‘Banana Covid’ hits plantations
U.S. joins G7 artificial intelligence group to counter China
News:The United States has joined the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence(AI). Facts: The Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence is a G7 countries Partnership initiated by France and Canada. Aim: To study and provide recommendations on the responsible adoption of AI based on shared principles of human rights, inclusion, diversity, innovation and economic growth. Additional Facts:… Continue reading U.S. joins G7 artificial intelligence group to counter China
WHO, 37 nations launch alliance to share tools to tackle Covid-19 pandemic
News: World Health Organization(WHO), 37 countries and multiple international partners and institutions have launched COVID-19 Technology Access Pool (C-TAP) initiative. Facts: Aim: To make vaccines, tests, treatments and other health technologies to fight COVID-19 accessible to all. Under this, WHO and partner countries have issued a Solidarity Call to Action to the global community to… Continue reading WHO, 37 nations launch alliance to share tools to tackle Covid-19 pandemic
India records highest ever FDI equity inflow in FY21
News:According to the data released by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), foreign direct investment(FDI) in India grew by 13% to a record of USD 49.97 billion in the 2019-20 financial year. Facts: FDI: It includes automatic route, acquisition route and government route. It has risen 13% to $49.97 billion in… Continue reading India records highest ever FDI equity inflow in FY21
Tribal Affairs Ministry announces inclusion of 23 additional Minor Forest produce items in Minimum Support Price List
News: Ministry of Tribal Affairs has announced inclusion of 23 additional Minor Forest Produce (MFP) items in Minimum Support Price (MSP) list. Facts: MSP FOR MFP Scheme: Launched in 2013 by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme Objective: To provide fair and remunerative price to MFP gatherers for the produce collected… Continue reading Tribal Affairs Ministry announces inclusion of 23 additional Minor Forest produce items in Minimum Support Price List
WHO chief announces creation of foundation to tap new funding sources
News:World Health Organization(WHO) has announced the creation of the ‘WHO Foundation’. Facts: WHO Foundation: It is an independent grant-making entity that will support the WHO’s efforts to address the most pressing global health challenges and to deliver on the organization’s triple billion goals. Contributions: It will be legally separate from WHO and will facilitate contributions… Continue reading WHO chief announces creation of foundation to tap new funding sources
