What is the news? Recently, the American Deputy Secretary of State described the S-400 missile deal between India and Russia as dangerous, expressed hope that the India and US could solve the issue amicably. About S-400 Triumf Missile It is a mobile, surface-to-air missile system (SAM) designed by Russia. The missile can destroy airborne targets within the range… Continue reading U.S. expresses unease over S-400 deal
Government allows 100% FDI in telecom sector
What is the news? The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has recently allowed 100 % FDI across all kinds of telecom services and infrastructure providers. Earlier status of Telecom sector Earlier 100 % of FDI was allowed, of which 49 % of investment was permitted through automatic route. About the recent… Continue reading Government allows 100% FDI in telecom sector
Explained: What is Mosquirix, the first malaria vaccine to get the WHO’s backing?
What is the news? The new vaccine “RTS,S/ASO1 (RTS.S)” with its trade name “Mosquirix” was endorsed by the World Health Organisation (WHO) recently. This is the first and only vaccine shown to have the capability of significantly reducing malaria, and life-threatening severe malaria, in tests on young African children. About the vaccine – Mosquirix Mosquirix has been developed by British pharmaceutical company GlaxoSmithKline… Continue reading Explained: What is Mosquirix, the first malaria vaccine to get the WHO’s backing?
Government has approved setting up of 7 Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) Parks
What is the news? The government has approved the setting up of seven PM MITRA textiles parks, following the “Union Budget for 2021-22″ commitments, with a total outlay of Rs. 4,445 crores in a period of 5 years. About “PM-MITRA” Scheme The scheme aims to realize the vision of building an Aatmanirbhar Bharat by positioning India strongly on the Global… Continue reading Government has approved setting up of 7 Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) Parks
The recent QES estimates are unreliable
Synopsis: New Quarterly Employment Survey, its key findings, various challenges associated with the survey and the way forward Introduction Recently, the Ministry of Labour and Employment released the results of a new Quarterly Employment Survey (QES) for April-June 2021 for the organized (formal) sector. It represents establishments employing ten or more workers. The surveyed sectors were manufacturing, construction,… Continue reading The recent QES estimates are unreliable
Road accidents can be reduced
Synopsis: India road accident status highlights the importance of road safety in India. Introduction Recently, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways decided to award Good Samaritans who save the lives of road accident victims with the cash prize. Read more: Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways Launches Rewarding Scheme for Grant of Award to… Continue reading Road accidents can be reduced
World Is Entering A New Moon Age
Synopsis: About NASA’s Artemis programme, various consequences of India joining the programme and how India needs to tackle all this. Introduction On September 7, 2019, India’s Chandrayaan-2 Moon Lander crashed in a cloud of lunar dust no human would witness. It had experienced a “hard landing” on a desolate patch of the lunar surface. It shows the difficulties of the operation and ‘optimism… Continue reading World Is Entering A New Moon Age
WHO’s stark message on air quality — and what India must do
Synopsis: Air pollution is worsening in India. We need to raise our air quality standards in line with recently released WHO guidelines and ensure strict compliance while transitioning to a cleaner energy model. Introduction In its recent air quality guidelines (AQGs), the WHO said that the impact of poor air quality on public health is at… Continue reading WHO’s stark message on air quality — and what India must do
The motherhood penalty employers must eliminate
Synopsis: Government intervention is needed to bring women equal to men. Introduction Women in India often faced a lot of discrimination owing to the patriarchy. It does not only impact her social life but takes a toll on her professional one also. What is the status of women in India? The gender gap in India has… Continue reading The motherhood penalty employers must eliminate
Use the latest research to combat child under-nutrition
Synopsis: Better child health policies are required to improve the malnutrition status of children. Introduction Children are future assets for any nation. Thus, it is important to take care of their development. In India, where several children are malnourished, it is important to study the research carefully and then frame the policies according to that.… Continue reading Use the latest research to combat child under-nutrition
