Source: Business Standard Synopsis: Supreme court order has huge ramifications on the functioning of the newly-formed cooperative ministry Background Recently, the Supreme Court of India in a landmark judgment struck down parts of the 97th amendment to the Constitution. The 97th amendment to the Constitution sought to reduce the powers of the state governments over… Continue reading How a Supreme court order could render the new co-op ministry a non-starter
Significance of climate resilience for India – Explained, pointwise
Introduction Climate change is altering the nature of each and every country. It’s like a pandemic, it doesn’t know political boundaries. Even the most advanced countries are not being spared by nature. India is one of the nations most vulnerable to the ravages of climate change. The solution to climate change lies in understanding the… Continue reading Significance of climate resilience for India – Explained, pointwise
Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay Unnat Krishi Shiksha Yojana(PDDUUKSY)
Source: PIB What is the News? Government has organized 108 training programmes for the awareness of the farmers across 24 states/UTs under the Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay Unnat Krishi Shiksha Yojana(PDDUUKSY). About Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay Unnat Krishi Shiksha Yojana (PDDUUKSY): The scheme was launched in 2016 by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.… Continue reading Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay Unnat Krishi Shiksha Yojana(PDDUUKSY)
Union Minister releases “Biotech-PRIDE (Promotion of Research and Innovation through Data Exchange) Guidelines
Source: PIB What is the News? The Union Ministry for Science & Technology has released “Biotech-PRIDE (Promotion of Research and Innovation through Data Exchange) Guidelines”. About Biotech-PRIDE Guidelines: The Biotech-PRIDE Guidelines have been developed by the Department of Biotechnology(DBT). Aim: The guidelines are aimed at providing a well-defined framework and guiding principle to facilitate and… Continue reading Union Minister releases “Biotech-PRIDE (Promotion of Research and Innovation through Data Exchange) Guidelines
Social Audit of Social Sector Schemes
Source: PIB What is the News? The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has formulated a scheme called Information-Monitoring, Evaluation and Social Audit(I-MESA) in Financial Year 2021-22. Under this scheme, Social Audits are to be conducted for all schemes of the Department starting FY 2021-22. These social audits are done through Social Audit Units(SAU) of… Continue reading Social Audit of Social Sector Schemes
CSIR-CMERI dedicates Tractor Mounted Spading Machine to the Nation
Source: PIB What is the News? CSIR-Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute has dedicated a tractor-operated spading machine to the nation. What was the need of Tractor Operated Spading Machine? The first activity in any crop cultivation practice is the tilling of soil to make a desirable seed bed for germination of seeds or seedlings. However,… Continue reading CSIR-CMERI dedicates Tractor Mounted Spading Machine to the Nation
36th Edition of India-Indonesia Coordinated Patrol(CORPAT)
Source: PIB What is the News? The 36th Edition of India-Indonesia Coordinated Patrol(CORPAT) is being conducted. Indian Naval Ship(INS) Saryu, an indigenously built Offshore Patrol Vessel, is participating in the 36th Edition of the CORPAT. About India-Indonesia Coordinated Patrol(CORPAT): India and Indonesia have been carrying out Coordinated Patrols (CORPAT) exercise along the International Maritime Boundary… Continue reading 36th Edition of India-Indonesia Coordinated Patrol(CORPAT)
Govt. introduces Bill on insurance firms
Source: The Hindu What is the News? The Government of India has introduced the General Insurance Business (Nationalisation) Amendment Bill, 2021. Purpose of the Bill: The Bill introduces amendments to the General Insurance Business (Nationalisation) Act, 1972 to enable the privatisation of public sector insurance companies. Key Features of the Bill: Reduces Shareholding Limit: The… Continue reading Govt. introduces Bill on insurance firms
Kendu leaf trade: Stringent laws needed to keep children out
Source: Down To Earth What is the News? Several children were seen collecting kendu leaves in the Joradobra Phadi (kendu leaf collection center) in Odisha’s Kalahandi district. This was a clear violation of child rights and also a reflection of the shoddy state of affairs across the state. About Kendu Leaf: Kendu Leaf is a… Continue reading Kendu leaf trade: Stringent laws needed to keep children out
3rd Arctic Science Ministerial
Source: PIB What is the News? The Government of India has participated in the 3rd Arctic Science Ministerial (ASM3). About Arctic Science Ministerial (ASM3): Arctic Science Ministerial(ASM) is a global platform for discussing research and cooperation in the Arctic region. Organized by: Iceland and Japan have jointly organized the 3rd Arctic Science Ministerial(ASM3). It is… Continue reading 3rd Arctic Science Ministerial
