Synopsis: Government should ensure transparency in the policies related to the Covid-19 pandemic in India. Official privacy on pandemic policies intensifies a crisis. Introduction The government created the National Expert Group on Vaccine Administration for COVID-19 (NEGVAC) in August 2020. It is a central agency to take decisions on all matters related to vaccine administration… Continue reading Need of Transparency in Covid related Policies
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Twin challenge of COVID-19 Pandemic and Non-communicable diseases
Synopsis – There is a correlation between Non-Communicable Diseases [NCD] mortality rates and COVID-19 case fatalities. Government should focus on reducing the impact of Non-Communicable Diseases(NCD). Introduction- Studies showed that over 70 per cent of mortalities associated with COVID are due to underlying non-communicable diseases (NCD) like diabetes, cardiovascular ailments, and cancer. Prevention and control… Continue reading Twin challenge of COVID-19 Pandemic and Non-communicable diseases
Child labour in India- Need of Effective Policy making and programmatic interventions
Synopsis: India needs to address the causative factors for Child labor through effective Policymaking and programmatic interventions. It should aim at the elimination of child labor in all its forms by 2025. Background The Pandemic has amplified the contributing factors for Child labor in India. For instance, School lockdown, increasing unemployment, etc., However, not all… Continue reading Child labour in India- Need of Effective Policy making and programmatic interventions
Challenges of India’s COVID Diplomacy 2.0
Synopsis: India’s Covid Diplomacy 2.0 is focused on managing many challenges. The majority of these challenges arise due to Covid mismanagement. Read– Proactive Diplomacy Background During the first wave of the pandemic, India’s Covid-19 diplomacy was focused on coordinating exports of COVID-19 medicines. Further, it focussed on the repatriation of Indians from abroad under ‘Vande… Continue reading Challenges of India’s COVID Diplomacy 2.0
World Health Assembly Adopts New Resolution to End Malaria
What is the News? The 74th World Health Assembly(WHA) has adopted a new resolution to end malaria. It will accelerate efforts towards this aim. About the Resolution to End Malaria: The resolution is led by the United States of America and Zambia. The aim of the resolution is to urge the Member States to step up… Continue reading World Health Assembly Adopts New Resolution to End Malaria
China’s shift from “one-child policy” to “three-child policy”
What is the News? China has announced that it will allow couples to have up to three children after census data showed a steep decline in birth rates. About China’s One-Child Policy: China’s One-Child Policy was announced in 1980 by then-leader Deng Xiaoping. The policy was adopted out of fear that unchecked population growth would… Continue reading China’s shift from “one-child policy” to “three-child policy”
“Litoria Mira” — A Chocolate Frog Species found in New Guinea
What is the News? A research team led by Griffith University has discovered a new Frog Species in New Guinea. It has been named Litoria Mira. About Litoria Mira: The Litoria Mira or chocolate frog is a tree frog belonging to the genus Litoria. Name: Litoria is the genus of the common tree frog, and… Continue reading “Litoria Mira” — A Chocolate Frog Species found in New Guinea
Nearly 10,000 children in country need immediate care: NCPCR tells SC
What is the News? The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights(NCPCR) has informed the Supreme Court that nearly 10,000 children need immediate care and protection due to the impact of Covid-19. What was the case? The Supreme Court of India has taken up a suo motu petition to examine ways to protect children. Especially… Continue reading Nearly 10,000 children in country need immediate care: NCPCR tells SC
“World No Tobacco Day” and “Tobacco Consumption” in India
What is the News? Every year, on 31st May, the World Health Organization (WHO) and global partners celebrate World No Tobacco Day (WNTD). This year, the WHO has honoured the health minister of India with the ‘WHO Director-General Special Recognition Award’ for his effort to control tobacco consumption in India. About World No Tobacco Day: World No Tobacco Day is an… Continue reading “World No Tobacco Day” and “Tobacco Consumption” in India
“State of Finance for Nature Report” demands investment in “Nature-based solutions”
What is the News? The State of Finance for Nature Report has been released. The report recommended more investments in “Nature-based solutions”. About State of Finance for Nature Report: Released by: United Nations Environment Programme, World Economic Forum and the Economics of Land Degradation. Purpose: The report tracks the global trends in public and private… Continue reading “State of Finance for Nature Report” demands investment in “Nature-based solutions”
