News: The Odisha government has decided to give a facelift to the 11th century Lingaraj Temple, akin to its pre-350-year structural status. Facts: Lingaraj Temple: It is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva and is one of the oldest temples in Bhubaneswar,Odisha. Built by: It is believed to be built by the kings from the… Continue reading Odisha to give facelift to 11th century Lingaraj Temple
Category: Factly: Schemes and Programs
This category contains all new schemes and Programs in Factly Articles for Prelims. You can find all relevant updates on Schemes and Programs on this page. This page is specifically useful for UPSC Prelims exam.
Cancer cases could increase by 12% in next 5 years: ICMR
News: Indian Council of Medical Research(ICMR) and National Centre for Disease Informatics and Research(NCDIR) has released “National Cancer Registry Programme Report 2020”. Facts: About the report: The report provides trends and information related to cancer incidence, mortality and treatment in India in 2020 based on data collected through a network of population and hospital-based cancer… Continue reading Cancer cases could increase by 12% in next 5 years: ICMR
Initiatives launched by Ministry of Tribal Affairs
Facts: ALEKH: It is a e-newsletter that is to be released on quarterly basis.It will showcase the works of different stakeholders involved in improving health and nutrition of tribals. Swasthya Portal: It aims to provide health and nutrition related information of the tribal population of India. Piramal Swasthya: It will act as Centre of Excellence… Continue reading Initiatives launched by Ministry of Tribal Affairs
Union Tribal Minister to launch SWASTHYA Portal
News: Union Tribal Affairs Minister will e-launch Swasthya Portal. Facts: Swasthya Portal: It is a first of its kind comprehensive platform that aims to provide health and nutrition related information of the tribal population of India. Managed by: The Portal will be managed by the Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Knowledge Management in Health and… Continue reading Union Tribal Minister to launch SWASTHYA Portal
Daughters have equal birthright to inherit property: Supreme Court
News: The Supreme Court held that daughters, like sons, have an equal birthright to inherit joint Hindu family property. Facts: The Court ruled that a Hindu woman’s right to be a joint heir to the ancestral property is by birth and does not depend on whether her father was alive or not when the law was enacted in… Continue reading Daughters have equal birthright to inherit property: Supreme Court
NGMA to organise virtual tour to commemorate Abanindranath Tagore
News: National Gallery of Modern Art will organise the virtual tour to commemorate the 150th Birth Anniversary of Abanindranath Tagore. Facts: Abanindranath Tagore: He was one of the most prominent artists of India. Contributions: Abanindranath was the first major supporter of swadeshi values in Indian art. He first created the ‘Indian Society of Oriental Art’… Continue reading NGMA to organise virtual tour to commemorate Abanindranath Tagore
Brus reject resettlement sites proposed by Tripura non-Brus
News: The organisations representing the Bru community have rejected the sites proposed by the non-Brus in Tripura for their resettlement. Facts: Brus or Reang: It is a community indigenous to Northeast India living mostly in Tripura, Mizoram and Assam.In Tripura, they are recognised as a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group. Language: They speak the Reang dialect… Continue reading Brus reject resettlement sites proposed by Tripura non-Brus
24 million may drop out of school due to COVID-19 impact: U.N.
News: United Nations(UN) has released a report titled “Policy Brief: Education During Covid-19 and Beyond”. Facts: Key Takeaways: Around 24 million children and youth (from pre-primary to tertiary) could drop out or not have access to school due to the COVID-19 pandemic’s economic impact. Additional Facts: Save Our Children: It is a campaign launched by… Continue reading 24 million may drop out of school due to COVID-19 impact: U.N.
PM pays tribute to Bal Gangadhar Tilak On His 100th Death Anniversary
News: Prime minister has paid tribute to the freedom fighter and educationist Bal Gangadhar Tilak on his 100 death anniversary. Facts: Bal Gangadhar Tilak: He was an Indian nationalist, teacher and an independence activist.He was also conferred with the title of Lokmanya. As Educationist: He founded the Deccan Education Society in 1884 along with his… Continue reading PM pays tribute to Bal Gangadhar Tilak On His 100th Death Anniversary
World Day Against Trafficking in Persons
News: World Day Against Trafficking in Persons is being observed on July 30. Facts: The day was observed for the first time in 2013 by the United Nations General Assembly. Aim: To raise awareness about the condition of victims of human trafficking and to promote and protect their rights. Theme: It focuses on first responders… Continue reading World Day Against Trafficking in Persons
