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What is Quality Council of India?

The Quality Council of India (QCI) is a pioneering experiment of the Government of India in setting up organizations in partnership with the Indian industry.  A committee which included various interested ministries and stakeholders including industries were constituted to make suitable recommendations. The work of the committee was coordinated by the then Department of Industries… Continue reading What is Quality Council of India?

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US designates Pak, China as countries of particular concern

Source : Click here News: US State Department has designated Pakistan and China among eight other countries that are of particular concern for violation of religious freedom. Facts: Countries of Particular Concern(CPC): It is a designation by the United States Secretary of State under the International Religious Freedom Act enacted by USA in 1998. Why is it given? It… Continue reading US designates Pak, China as countries of particular concern

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Bangladesh starts Rohingya refugee relocation to Bhasan Char island

Source : Click here News: Bangladesh has send the first group of more than 1,500 Rohingya refugees to an isolated Bhasan Char island. Facts: Bhasan Char also known as Char Piya is an island in Hatiya Upazila, Bangladesh.It is located in the Bay of Bengal and was formed by Himalayan silt in 2006. Concerns: As Bhashan Char falls… Continue reading Bangladesh starts Rohingya refugee relocation to Bhasan Char island

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Cabinet approves Submarine Optical Fibre Cable Connectivity between Mainland, Lakshadweep Islands

Source : Click here News: Union Cabinet has given its approval for Provision of Submarine Optical Fibre Cable Connectivity between Mainland (Kochi) and Lakshadweep Islands (KLI Project). Facts: Objective: The Project envisages provision of a direct communication link through a dedicated submarine Optical Fibre Cable(OFC) between Kochi and 11 Islands of Lakshadweep viz. Kavaratti, Kalpeni, Agati, Amini, Androth,… Continue reading Cabinet approves Submarine Optical Fibre Cable Connectivity between Mainland, Lakshadweep Islands

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What is Molnupiravir?

Source : Click here News: A new drug called Molnupiravir has been shown to stop the transmission of SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) in 24 hours. Facts: Molnupiravir: It is an experimental antiviral drug which is orally active (can be taken orally) and was developed for the treatment of influenza. Developed by: The drug is being developed by the biotechnology firm Ridgeback… Continue reading What is Molnupiravir?

The state of farmers

Context: While the farmers demand a repeal of the three new farm laws, the government insists the reforms are “farmer-friendly”. Contents1 What is the aim and impact of the new farm laws?2 What are the problems faced by farmers?3 Mention a few state policies that seeks to establish powers of state over land?3.1 Way forward… Continue reading The state of farmers

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