In a first, eight Indian beaches recommended for ‘Blue Flag’ eco-label

News: Union Environment Ministry has announced that the Indian Government has recommended eight Indian beaches for the “Blue Flag” certification. Facts: The eight beaches are Shivrajpur in Gujarat, Ghoghla in Daman & Diu, Kasarkod and Padubidri beach in Karnataka, Kappad in Kerala, Rushikonda in Andhra Pradesh, Golden beach of Odisha and Radhanagar beach in Andaman… Continue reading In a first, eight Indian beaches recommended for ‘Blue Flag’ eco-label

India ranks 116 in World Bank’s Human Capital Index

News: The World Bank has released the annual Human Capital Index(HCI). Facts: Human Capital Index: It was launched in 2018 as part of the Human Capital Project(HCP), a global effort to accelerate progress towards a world where all children can achieve their full potential. Aim: It measures how much capital each country loses through lack… Continue reading India ranks 116 in World Bank’s Human Capital Index

Brucellosis outbreak in China

News: Thousands of people in China have tested positive for brucellosis after a leak at a biopharmaceutical company. Facts: Brucellosis also known as Malta fever or Mediterranean fever is a bacterial disease caused by various Brucella species which mainly infect cattle, swine, goats, sheep and dogs.  Transmission: Humans generally acquire the disease through direct contact… Continue reading Brucellosis outbreak in China

Indian Cities Slip In Global Smart City Index

News: The Institute for Management Development(IMD) in collaboration with Singapore University for Technology and Design (SUTD) has released the 2020 Smart City Index(SCI). Facts: About the index: The index ranks cities based on economic and technological data as well as by their citizens’ perceptions of how “smart” their cities are. Cities Covered: Hundreds of citizens… Continue reading Indian Cities Slip In Global Smart City Index

Indian economy is heading for a K-shaped recovery and it won’t be a pretty sight

News: According to Economists, Indian economy is heading for a K-shaped recovery. Facts: K-shaped Recovery: It occurs when an economy recovers unevenly and there’s a separate trajectory for two segments of the society.  Examples: Industries like technology, retail, and software services have recovered while the travel, entertainment, hospitality, and food services industries have continued to… Continue reading Indian economy is heading for a K-shaped recovery and it won’t be a pretty sight

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