Credit Assistance Program for Jan Aushadhi Kendras
Context; The Union Minister for Chemicals & Fertilizers and Health & Family Welfare has inaugurated a credit assistance program for Jan Aushadhi Kendras (JAK), with the objective of improving access to affordable medicines throughout India. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Credit Assistance Program for Jan Aushadhi Kendras The Credit […]
Cuttack Rupa Tarakasi (Silver Filigree) Receives
Context: The prestigious Cuttack Rupa Tarakasi, known for its intricate silver filigree work, has been awarded the Geographical Indication (GI) tag, recognizing its unique cultural heritage and skilled craftsmanship. Relevance: GS II: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Cuttack Rupa Tarakasi Receives Geographical Indication (GI) Tag Historical Roots and Cultural Exchange Definition of Filigree Diversity […]
Sabarmati Ashram Redevelopment Project Launched on 94th Anniversary of Dandi March
Context On the occasion of the 94th anniversary of the Dandi March, the Prime Minister of India inaugurated the Sabarmati Ashram Redevelopment Project in Ahmedabad. Valued at Rs 1,200 crore, this project aims to refurbish, preserve, and reconstruct the historic Sabarmati Ashram, established by Mahatma Gandhi. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: Historical […]
About Regulatory Sandbox
Context Recently, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) revised the timeline for the completion of various stages of a Regulatory Sandbox (RS) to nine months from the previous seven months. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Introduction to Regulatory Sandbox (RS) Objectives Target Applicants Associated Benefits of Regulatory Sandbox Challenges of Regulatory Sandbox -Source: Indian Express
PM Modi Launches PM-SURAJ Portal
Context Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Pradhan Mantri Samajik Utthan evam Rozgar Adharit Jankalyan (PM-SURAJ) portal virtually, aimed at providing credit support to entrepreneurs from disadvantaged sections of society. Additionally, PM Modi distributed Ayushman Health Cards and Personal Protective Equipment to Safai Mitras under the National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) scheme. These […]
USOF Signs MoU to Democratize Digital Services Access in Rural India
Context The Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF), operating under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), has entered a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Prasar Bharati and Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) to enhance digital services accessibility in rural India. This collaboration underscores efforts to bridge the digital divide and promote inclusivity by expanding digital […]
Global Progress in Child Mortality
Context The United Nations Inter-agency Group for Child Mortality Estimation has unveiled a report titled “Levels and Trends in Child Mortality,” revealing significant strides in reducing global under-five deaths. According to the report, the annual number of under-five deaths worldwide in 2022 dropped by over half from the 2000 estimate, plummeting from 9.9 million to […]
Human Development Index
Context India’s ranking on the United Nations Human Development Index (HDI) improved by one position in 2022 to 134 out of 193 countries ranked compared to 135 out of 191 countries in 2021.Switzerland has been ranked number one. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: The Human Development Index (HDI) Background Key Highlights […]
Gujarat Dairy Union Converts Dung to BioCNG
Context: The Banaskantha District Co-operative Milk Producers’ Union in Gujarat has embarked on a transformative initiative to convert dung into BioCNG (compressed natural gas) and fertilizer, thereby supplementing farmers’ income. This innovative project not only addresses waste management challenges but also creates new revenue streams for dairy farmers. The BioCNG outlet, situated on the Deesa-Tharad […]
Shared Audio Visuals for Broadcast and Dissemination
Context: Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting launched the Prasar Bharti – Shared Audio Visuals for Broadcast and Dissemination (PB-SHABD), a news-sharing service from Prasar Bharati, aimed at transforming news dissemination in India. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions PB-SHABD: Empowering Small News Organizations Key Features: Minister’s Emphasis: Prasar Bharati: -Source: The Hindu, PIB