What is the News? The government of India has introduced a new system for quick clearance of claims under the “Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Package(PMGKP) Insurance Scheme for health workers Fighting Covid-19”. What is the New System for Quick Clearance of Claims? Under the New System, the District Collector will be certifying that the insurance… Continue reading Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Package Insurance Scheme for health workers fighting Covid-19
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
Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 2 June, 2021
Read Previous Factly articles Article wise list of factly articles “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… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 2 June, 2021
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
[Download] 9 PM Weekly Compilation –May, 2021 – 4th week
Hello everyone, We are posting a Compilation of the 9 PM current affairs brief for the 4th week of the Month of May. Click on the following link to download 9 PM Compilation for the Month of May, Fourth Week About 9 PM Current Affairs Brief: The idea behind the 9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief… Continue reading [Download] 9 PM Weekly Compilation –May, 2021 – 4th week
“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”
Indian Polity Quiz: The Preamble, Union and its Territory, Citizenship | 2 June, 2021
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