“Banni Grasslands” -NGT Upholds Rights of Maldharis

What is the News? The National Green Tribunal(NGT) has ordered all encroachments to be removed from Gujarat’s Banni grasslands within six months. Further, NGT directed a joint committee to prepare an action plan in a month. The court also said the Maldharis will continue to hold the right to conserve the community forests in the… Continue reading “Banni Grasslands” -NGT Upholds Rights of Maldharis

Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 28 May, 2021

Read Previous Factly articles Article wise list of factly articles Installation of “Reclining Buddha” Statue Postponed What is the News? On the occasion of Buddha Jayanti, India’s largest statue of the Reclining Buddha was scheduled for installation at the Buddha International Welfare Mission temple in Bodh Gaya. However, the ceremony has been postponed due to Covid-19… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 28 May, 2021

“Ayush Clinical Case Repository (ACCR) portal” and “Ayush Sanjivani App”

What is the News? The Ministry of Ayush has launched two things. First, the Ayush Clinical Case Repository (ACCR) portal.  And second, the third version of the Ayush Sanjivani App. About Ayush Clinical Case Repository(ACCR): Firstly, the Ministry of Ayush has conceptualized and developed the Ayush Clinical Case Repository(ACCR) Portal. It is a platform to… Continue reading “Ayush Clinical Case Repository (ACCR) portal” and “Ayush Sanjivani App”

Defence Minister launches “SeHAT OPD portal”

What is the News? The Defence Minister has launched the ‘Services e-Health Assistance & Tele-consultation (SeHAT) OPD portal. About SeHAT OPD portal: Firstly, SeHAT OPD Portal aims to provide tele-medicine services to the serving Armed Forces personnel, veterans and their families of the three Services. Secondly, the services will be provided by defence services doctors… Continue reading Defence Minister launches “SeHAT OPD portal”

India Abstains on “UNHRC Resolution” to Probe in Gaza Violence

What is the News? India has abstained from voting on the resolution at the UN Human Rights Council(UNHRC) on Gaza. The resolution calls for the setting up of the Commission of Inquiry on human rights violations in the recent conflict between Israel and Palestine. About the UNHRC Resolution: The resolution was moved by Pakistan and… Continue reading India Abstains on “UNHRC Resolution” to Probe in Gaza Violence

Traceability Provision of New IT Rules 2021

What is the News? The Government of India has referred to the 2019 Supreme Court order to justify the introduction of Traceability Provision in the IT (Information Technology) Rules, 2021. The Traceability Provision requires the social media platforms to compulsorily identify the first originator of the information in India, upon government or court order. About the… Continue reading Traceability Provision of New IT Rules 2021

Installation of “Reclining Buddha” Statue Postponed

What is the News? On the occasion of Buddha Jayanti, India’s largest statue of the Reclining Buddha was scheduled for installation at the Buddha International Welfare Mission temple in Bodh Gaya. However, the ceremony has been postponed due to Covid-19 restrictions. What is Reclining Buddha? Reclining Buddha is a statue or image of Buddha lying down… Continue reading Installation of “Reclining Buddha” Statue Postponed

Prioritise food and work for all

Synopsis: The second wave of Pandemic has put immense stress on the Indian masses. They are facing job losses, food shortages, and hunger issues. In this scenario, the government should prioritise food and work for all. Background: The second wave of Covid-19 -19 has made it imperative for many states to impose a lockdown. This… Continue reading Prioritise food and work for all

Need to revive the Cultural Mapping project

Synopsis: The situation of cultural ministry in the country is in bad shape. It is facing an acute shortage of funds and resources. A little relief can be given to the artists if the proposed Cultural Mapping project is completed in due time. Background: The culture ministry has received a marginal budget in the last… Continue reading Need to revive the Cultural Mapping project

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