Introduced: Lok Sabha (22nd Jul 2021) Passed: Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. Present status: Received the assent of the President on the 11th August, 2021 About Indian Vessels Act, 2021: Indian Vessels bill, 2021 seeks to replace the Inland Vessels Act, 1917. The bill aims to regulate the safety, security and registration of inland vessels.… Continue reading Indian Vessels Act, 2021
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What is Kerala’s “SilverLine project”?
What is the News? Kerala cabinet has given the approval to begin acquiring land for the SilverLine Project. About SilverLine Project: SilverLine Project is Kerala’s semi high-speed railway project that aims to reduce travel time between Kerala’s northern and southern ends. Distance: The railway line will be around 529 kms long, covering 11 districts through 11… Continue reading What is Kerala’s “SilverLine project”?
“One Nation One Standard Mission” and “Research Designs & Standards Organization”
What is the News? Indian Railways Research Design & Standards Organization(RDSO) has become the nation’s first institution to be declared as Standard Developing Organization(SDO) under the “One Nation One Standard” mission. Contents1 About One Nation One Standard Mission:2 Objectives of the One Nation One Standard Mission:3 SDO Certification:4 About Research Designs & Standards Organization(RDSO)5 Benefits… Continue reading “One Nation One Standard Mission” and “Research Designs & Standards Organization”
“Mekedatu Project” – A Panel to investigate charges of illegal construction
What is the News? The National Green Tribunal(NGT) has formed a committee to investigate the alleged violation of norms in the construction of the Mekedatu project across the Cauvery river. The NGT has also directed the panel to submit a report on or before July 5. About Mekedatu Project: Mekedatu project is a balancing reservoir… Continue reading “Mekedatu Project” – A Panel to investigate charges of illegal construction
Finance Ministry grants “infrastructure status for convention centres”
Contents1 2 What is the News?3 What is Infrastructure Status?4 Why this move? What is the News? The Finance Ministry has granted infrastructure status for exhibition and convention centres. The expectation from this move is to ease bank financing for such projects. What is Infrastructure Status? The Department of Economic Affairs(DAE), Ministry of Finance will… Continue reading Finance Ministry grants “infrastructure status for convention centres”
Central Vista Project – Demolition of National Institutions
Synopsis: Demolition of national institutions for Central Vista Project require thorough analysis. Introduction The Government of India’s Central Vista redevelopment project is being treated as a national priority amid a pandemic. This is very debatable. The project comprises the construction of a new Parliament building and new residences for the Prime Minister and the Vice… Continue reading Central Vista Project – Demolition of National Institutions
NITI Aayog’s Report on Creating a “Roadmap for Digitally Inclusive Bharat”
Contents1 2 What is the News?3 Key Findings of the Roadmap for a Digitally Inclusive Bharat:4 Inspiring Trust and Security in Digital Commerce5 Preparing India’s Agri Enterprises for Connected Commerce6 Digital Financial Inclusion:7 Robust Transit Systems for Smart Cities What is the News? NITI Aayog and Mastercard have released a report titled ‘Connected Commerce: Creating… Continue reading NITI Aayog’s Report on Creating a “Roadmap for Digitally Inclusive Bharat”
GOA Infra Project Red Flagged- Key Findings and Recommendation by the CEC Panel
Synopsis – The Supreme Court-appointed Central Empowered Committee (CEC) recommended changes to the rail track doubling project in GOA. The project would have destroyed the fragile ecosystem of Western Ghats. Contents1 Introduction –2 What are the key findings by the CEC panel?3 What are the recommendations by the CEC panel?4 Conclusion Introduction – The Standing… Continue reading GOA Infra Project Red Flagged- Key Findings and Recommendation by the CEC Panel
Railways to Map Local Festivals Near Tracks
What is the News? The Ministry of Railways will map local festivals celebrated along the railway tracks across the country. It aims to stop the unusual incidents resulting in casualties. About Railway’s Initiative People in India celebrate several local festivals near Railway tracks. During this, the crowd gathers near the railway premises and crosses the… Continue reading Railways to Map Local Festivals Near Tracks
Chenab Bridge – An Icon of Indian Railways Heritage
Synopsis – Indian Railway is building modern engineering marvels such as Chenab Bridge and Anji Khad Bridge. Decades from now, they will serve as the Railways’ heritage. Contents1 Introduction-2 Challenges during construction of Railway bride in Hilly areas3 Examples of modern marvel of Indian Bridge-4 What is the difference between Tallest Bridge and Highest Bridge?… Continue reading Chenab Bridge – An Icon of Indian Railways Heritage
