What is the News? The Ministry of Renewable Energy has taken several initiatives in the Renewable Energy Sector. India’s Renewable Energy Target at COP21 At COP 21, as part of its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), India had committed to achieving 40% of its installed electricity capacity from non-fossil energy sources by 2030. The country has… Continue reading India has achieved its NDC target with total non-fossil based installed energy capacity of 157.32 GW which is 40.1% of the total installed electricity capacity
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CESL achieves 50 lakhs LED bulb distribution milestone under flagship Gram Ujala
What is the News? Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) has achieved a remarkable milestone of distributing 50 lakhs LED bulbs Gram Ujala programme. What is the Gram Ujala scheme? Gram Ujala was launched by the Government of India with the aim to raise awareness against climate… Continue reading CESL achieves 50 lakhs LED bulb distribution milestone under flagship Gram Ujala
DRDO hands over technology of extreme cold weather clothing system ECWCS to five Indian companies
What is the news? Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has handed over technology to manufacture indigenous extreme cold weather clothing systems (ECWS) to five Indian companies. What is an Extreme Cold Weather Clothing System (ECWCS)? ECWCS is a three layered cloth required by the Indian Army for its sustained operations in glacier and Himalayan peaks. … Continue reading DRDO hands over technology of extreme cold weather clothing system ECWCS to five Indian companies
Ministry of Skill Development launches a project to upskill the cane and bamboo artisans of Nagaland
What is the news? The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has launched a pilot project for upskilling the cane and bamboo artisans of Nagaland under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), a component of Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY). About Pilot Project for upskilling the cane and bamboo artisans of Nagaland Objective: To upskill… Continue reading Ministry of Skill Development launches a project to upskill the cane and bamboo artisans of Nagaland
Union Health Ministry engages with States/UTs to review the rollout of vaccination for the age group 15-18 yrs and Precautionary dose for identified vulnerable categories
What is the news? Union Health Secretary has chaired a workshop with all States and UTs to review the rollout of vaccination for the age group 15-18 and Precautionary 3rd dose for: Healthcare workers (HCW), Frontline workers (FLW) and those in the 60+ age group who have comorbidity. Click Here to read about new vaccination… Continue reading Union Health Ministry engages with States/UTs to review the rollout of vaccination for the age group 15-18 yrs and Precautionary dose for identified vulnerable categories
Healthy States, Progressive India: NITI Aayog Releases Fourth Edition of State Health Index
What is the News? NITI Aayog has released the fourth edition of the State Health Index for 2019–20 with the title “Healthy States, Progressive India”. What is the State Health Index? Developed by: NITI Aayog in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) and the World Bank since 2017. Objective: To track… Continue reading Healthy States, Progressive India: NITI Aayog Releases Fourth Edition of State Health Index
Year End Review 2021 – Ministry of Power
What is the News? The Ministry of Power has launched several initiatives and has undertaken several reforms in the power sector. What are the reforms and initiatives implemented by the Ministry of Power? Electricity (Rights of Consumers) Rules, 2020 Renewable Purchase Obligation(RPO) Green Day Ahead Market (GDAM): It is a marketplace for trading of renewable… Continue reading Year End Review 2021 – Ministry of Power
Air pollution in parts of central-western India and north India increased during the pandemic in contrast to the general trend
What is the News? According to a study, reduction in economic activities during the pandemic-related lockdown had resulted in a decrease in air pollution in most parts of India but central-western and northern India recorded an increase in pollution. About the Study The study was conducted by scientists at the Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational… Continue reading Air pollution in parts of central-western India and north India increased during the pandemic in contrast to the general trend
National Book Trust announces of 75 Selected Authors under the PM- YUVA Mentorship Scheme
What is the news? National Book Trust, India under Ministry of Education has announced the results of the All-India Contest organized on the Theme ‘National Movement of India’ under the PM-YUVA Mentorship Scheme. What is the PM-YUVA Mentorship Scheme? Aim: To create a pool of authors below the age of 30 years who are ready… Continue reading National Book Trust announces of 75 Selected Authors under the PM- YUVA Mentorship Scheme
Centre declares Soya Meal as an Essential Commodity up to 30th June, 2022
What is the News? Government of India has declared Soya Meal as an Essential Commodity till 30th June, 2022 under the Essential Commodities Act 1955. What is Soya Meal? Soybean meal is the by-product of the extraction of soybean oil. It is the most important protein source used to feed farm animals. It is also used… Continue reading Centre declares Soya Meal as an Essential Commodity up to 30th June, 2022
