Source: The post is based on the article “Convergence module between Agriculture Infrastructure Fund Scheme, Prime Minister’s Micro Food Enterprises Upgradation Scheme and PM Kisan Sampada Yojana launched” published in PIB on 21st September 2022. What is the News? The Government of India has launched a joint convergence portal for different schemes run by Food… Continue reading Convergence module between Agriculture Infrastructure Fund Scheme, Prime Minister’s Micro Food Enterprises Upgradation Scheme and PM Kisan Sampada Yojana launched
Category: Daily Factly articles
India wins UN awards for Large-scale Initiative against Hypertension under NHM
Source: The post is based on the article “India wins UN awards for Large-scale Initiative against Hypertension under NHM” published in PIB on 22nd September 2022 What is the News? India has won the ‘2022 UN Interagency Task Force, and WHO Special Programme on Primary Health Care Award’ for its “India Hypertension Control Initiative (IHCI)”.… Continue reading India wins UN awards for Large-scale Initiative against Hypertension under NHM
Shrinkflation
Source: The post is based on the article “Shrinkflation” published in The Hindu on 22nd September 2022 What is the News? This article talks about Shrinkflation. What is Shrinkflation? Shrink inflation is when a product downsizes its quantity while keeping the price the same. For example, reducing the scoops of ice cream in a container… Continue reading Shrinkflation
Live streaming of SC proceedings: the rationale and the concerns
Source: The post is based on the article “Live streaming of SC proceedings: the rationale and the concerns” published in Indian Express on 21st September 2022. What is the News? The Supreme Court has decided to live stream its proceedings in crucial Constitution Bench cases that will be heard from September 27, 2022. Background In… Continue reading Live streaming of SC proceedings: the rationale and the concerns
CSE releases roadmap for legacy waste management, dumpsite remediation
Source: The post is based on the article “CSE releases roadmap for legacy waste management, dumpsite remediation” published in The Print on 15th September 2022. What is the News? The Centre for Science and Environment(CSE) has released a roadmap for legacy waste management in a bid to support India’s garbage-free cities agenda. What is Legacy… Continue reading CSE releases roadmap for legacy waste management, dumpsite remediation
China remains a formidable challenge, says Navy Chief
Source: The post is based on the article “China remains a formidable challenge, says Navy Chief” published in The Hindu on 20th September 2022. What is the News? The Chief of Naval Staff(CNS) has addressed a seminar titled “Security Challenges” that India faces. What are the key highlights from the seminar? China’s presence in the… Continue reading China remains a formidable challenge, says Navy Chief
First public global database of fossil fuels launches
Source: The post is based on the article “First public global database of fossil fuels launches” published in Indian Express on 17th September 2022. What is the News? The World’s first Global Registry of Fossil Fuels has been launched. What is the Global Registry of Fossil Fuels? Launched by: Carbon Tracker and the Global Energy… Continue reading First public global database of fossil fuels launches
ECI seeks restrictions on cash donations to political parties, writes to government
Source: The post is based on the article “ECI seeks restrictions on cash donations to political parties, writes to government” published in The Hindu on 20th September 2022. What is the News? Election Commission of India (ECI) has suggested a number of amendments to RP (Representation of People Act) Act,1951 to increase transparency and accountability… Continue reading ECI seeks restrictions on cash donations to political parties, writes to government
The significance of Ethereum Merge and its impact on blockchain architecture
Source: The post is based on the article “The significance of Ethereum Merge and its impact on blockchain architecture” published in Indian Express on 17th September 2022. What is the News? Ethereum blockchain platform fully transitioned from ‘proof of work’ to a ‘proof-of-stake’ consensus mechanism and this revamp is known as the Merge. What is… Continue reading The significance of Ethereum Merge and its impact on blockchain architecture
The ‘triple dip’ La Niña, and its likely impact in India
Source: The post is based on the article “The ‘triple dip’ La Niña, and its likely impact in India” published in Indian Express on 21st September 2022. What is the News? The World Meteorological Organization(WMO) is predicting that the current La Niña phase will likely continue for the next six months, making it a Triple… Continue reading The ‘triple dip’ La Niña, and its likely impact in India
