The U.S and Taliban officials has held productive negotiations in Doha,Qatar aimed at ending the war in Afghanistan. During talks,U.S and Taliban appear to be closing in on an agreement under which U.S. forces would withdraw in exchange for guarantees that Afghanistan would not become a haven for other terrorist groups. However,even if the US… Continue reading Taliban says differences resolved on U.S. troop withdrawal
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Bihar: Centre approves Rs 4,900-crore project to link Kosi, Mechi rivers
Cabinet has approved Rs. 4,900 crore for Kosi-Mechi interlinking project in Bihar.This is the second river interlinking project after the Ken-Betwa project in Madhya Pradesh. This decision was taken as every year floods had become a major reason for destruction.Hence,interlinking of Kosi and Mechi can provide a little relief to Bihar. This project will provide… Continue reading Bihar: Centre approves Rs 4,900-crore project to link Kosi, Mechi rivers
Government unveils draft e-com norms
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs has introduced the draft e-commerce guidelines for consumer protection. The proposed rules are aimed at curbing the sale of counterfeit goods, streamlining returns and refunds and delineating the liabilities of sellers and online marketplaces. The rules provides that every e-commerce entity needs to publish the name and contact details of… Continue reading Government unveils draft e-com norms
Mohali gets first 3-D traffic signal
Mohali traffic police have launched the 3-D Smart Traffic Signal.The launch of the 3-D technique is first of its kind in the country. The wireless system called ‘Intelights’ has been installed at the traffic signals.It will regulate with a smart bird’s eye view wireless sensor system. The system proposes a 360-degree solution to curb the… Continue reading Mohali gets first 3-D traffic signal
Union HRD Minister inaugurates TechEx – a technology exhibition
Union Human Resource Development Minister has inaugurated theTechEx – technology exhibition at IIT Delhi. TechEx was organized to demonstrate products and prototypes developed under the two flagship schemes of the Ministry of Human Resource Development(MHRD) namely IMPRINT and UAY. IMPacting Research,INnovation and Technology(IMPRINT) scheme is a pan-IIT and IISc joint collaboration.The scheme was launched in… Continue reading Union HRD Minister inaugurates TechEx – a technology exhibition
KABIL set up to ensure supply of critical Minerals to Indian domestic market
A joint venture company Khanij Bidesh India limited(KABIL) has been set up with the participation of three Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs). These CPSEs are National Aluminium Company Ltd.(NALCO), Hindustan Copper Ltd.(HCL) and Mineral Exploration Company Ltd. (MECL). The objective of the company is to ensure a consistent supply of critical and strategic minerals to… Continue reading KABIL set up to ensure supply of critical Minerals to Indian domestic market
United States designates China a “currency manipulator”
The US has officially designated China as a currency manipulator.This decision was taken after China’s central bank allowed the yuan to weaken in retaliation for new US tariffs. A weaker yuan makes Chinese exports more competitive or cheaper to buy with foreign currencies. The US Treasury department defines currency manipulation as when countries deliberately influence… Continue reading United States designates China a “currency manipulator”
To ensure authenticity, APIs of drugs may soon get track-and-trace codes
Drugs Technical Advisory Board(DTAB) has recommended to the government to make it mandatory for companies to include codes to track-and-trace APIs to ensure authenticity of drugs manufactured in India. This move will potentially be the first step by the government to pinpoint the origin and movement of drugs manufactured here and ensure their authenticity. Active… Continue reading To ensure authenticity, APIs of drugs may soon get track-and-trace codes
Govt set to frame rules for ride-hailing firms
The Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Bill, 2019 has created a new category of cab aggregators by addressing some of these issues. The bill recognizes and defines aggregators as digital intermediaries or marketplaces which can be used by passengers to connect with a driver for transportation. The central government will soon meet all stakeholders in the industry… Continue reading Govt set to frame rules for ride-hailing firms
U.K. joins U.S. to ensure safety of vessels in Gulf
The UK will join a US-led taskforce to protect merchant ships travelling in the Gulf. This move comes amid growing tensions between the two countries and Iran over the shipping route in the Strait of Hormuz. This decision was taken after Iran had seized a British oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz.UK has accused… Continue reading U.K. joins U.S. to ensure safety of vessels in Gulf
