Source: The post is based on the article “National Technical Textiles Mission: India targets $40-bn in technical textiles” published in “The Hindu” on 18th November 2023 Why in the News? According to the Ministry of Textiles’ Joint Secretary, India’s market for technical textiles could grow from the current $23 billion to $40 billion by 2030.… Continue reading National Technical Textiles Mission: India targets $40-bn in technical textiles
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Technology Development Board and Small Industries Development Bank of India forge strategic alliance to boost MSMEs
Source: The post is based on the article “Technology Development Board and Small Industries Development Bank of India forge strategic alliance to boost MSMEs” published in “PIB” on 18th November 2023 Why in the News? Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) and the Technology Development Board (TDB) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU)… Continue reading Technology Development Board and Small Industries Development Bank of India forge strategic alliance to boost MSMEs
THE INDO-PACIFIC REGIONAL DIALOGUE 2023
Source: The post is based on the article “THE INDO-PACIFIC REGIONAL DIALOGUE 2023” published in“PIB” on 18th November 2023 Why in the News? The Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue 2023 (IPRD-2023) has concluded in New Delhi. What is Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue(IPRD)? Specifications Details What is it It is an annual apex-level regional strategic dialogue of the Indian… Continue reading THE INDO-PACIFIC REGIONAL DIALOGUE 2023
Patents: Prime Minister acknowledges highest ever number of patents granted so far in 2023-24
Source: The post is based on the article “Patents: Prime Minister acknowledges highest ever number of patents granted so far in 2023-24” published in “PIB” on 18th November 2023 Why in the News? The Prime Minister has acknowledged the highest ever number of patents granted so far in 2023-24. What is Patent? Specifications Details What… Continue reading Patents: Prime Minister acknowledges highest ever number of patents granted so far in 2023-24
COP 28: India has a critical role in Dubai climate conference
Source: The post is based on the article “COP 28: India has a critical role in Dubai climate conference” published in “The Hindu” on 18th November 2023 Why in the News? COP 28 is going to take place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates from 30 November until 12 December 2023. What is COP? 1) COP… Continue reading COP 28: India has a critical role in Dubai climate conference
NEST Initiative: IGBC launches certification initiative ‘Nest’ to promote eco-friendly housing
Source: The post is based on the article “NEST Initiative: IGBC launches certification initiative ‘Nest’ to promote eco-friendly housing” published in “The Hindu” on 15th November 2023 Why in the News? Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) has launched Nest Initiative. It will also be organizing the annual Green Building Congress 2023 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.… Continue reading NEST Initiative: IGBC launches certification initiative ‘Nest’ to promote eco-friendly housing
India’s heft in MSCIEM index: what it means
Source– This post is based on the article “India’s heft in MSCIEM index: what it means” published in “Live mint” on 17th November 2023. Why in the News? India’s weightage on the MSCI Emerging Markets(EM) index will rise after inclusion of nine Indian stocks. What is MSCI Emerging Markets Index? Aspect Details What is it?… Continue reading India’s heft in MSCIEM index: what it means
ASCI moots guidelines to check ‘greenwashing’ by companies
Source– This post is based on the article “ASCI moots guidelines to check ‘greenwashing’ by companies” published in “Live mint” on 17th November 2023. Why in the News? The Advertising Standards Council of India(ASCI) released various guidelines to avoid ‘greenwashing’ by companies. What is ‘greenwashing’? It’s a deceitful marketing gimmick used by companies to exaggerate… Continue reading ASCI moots guidelines to check ‘greenwashing’ by companies
Innovation Handshake: India and US launch ‘Innovation Handshake’ to deepen bilateral tech ties
Source: The post is based on the article “Innovation Handshake: India and US launch ‘Innovation Handshake’ to deepen bilateral tech ties” published in “Business Standard” on 17th November 2023 Why in the News? India has signed a memorandum of understanding(MoU) with the US on “Enhancing Innovation Ecosystems through an Innovation Handshake”. What is an Innovation… Continue reading Innovation Handshake: India and US launch ‘Innovation Handshake’ to deepen bilateral tech ties
National Health Claim Exchange (NHCX): National Health Authority (NHA) organizes Accelerator Workshops on ABDM Integration and NHCX Adoption in association with IRDAI
Source: The post is based on the article “National Health Claim Exchange (NHCX): National Health Authority (NHA) organizes Accelerator Workshops on ABDM Integration and NHCX Adoption in association with IRDAI” published in “PIB” on 17th November 2023 Why in the News? The National Health Authority (NHA) and the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India(IRDAI)… Continue reading National Health Claim Exchange (NHCX): National Health Authority (NHA) organizes Accelerator Workshops on ABDM Integration and NHCX Adoption in association with IRDAI
