Under the guidance of the Ministry of Coal, Singrauli based Coal India arm Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) has rolled out ‘CHARAK’- “Community Health: A Responsive Action for Koylanchal” initiative. Under ‘CHARAK’, NCL will provide free treatment of identified life-threatening diseases Read More …
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Kisan Kavach
Science and Technology Minister, Dr Jitendra Singh launched India’s first-of-its-kind anti-pesticide bodysuit, Kisan Kavach in New Delhi. This bodysuit is designed to protect farmers from the harmful effects of pesticide exposure. The washable suit offers protection against pesticide-induced toxicity, which Read More …
India’s first diabetes biobank set up in Chennai
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) in partnership with the Madras Diabetes Research Foundation (MDRF) has established India’s first diabetes biobank in Chennai.
Motion to impeach a High Court judge
A six-member delegation of Opposition MPs in Rajya Sabha handed over a motion seeking impeachment of Allahabad High Court Judge Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav, to secretary general of the upper house on December 13, 2024. Constitutional Provisions Governing Removal of Read More …
Assessment of Water Resources of India 2024
The Central Water Commission (CWC) has released the study titled ‘Assessment of Water Resources of India 2024. The study highlights critical insights into the country’s water availability and its implications for water stress levels: Key Findings: Conclusion:
Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024
Lok Sabha on December 13 passed the The Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024. The Bill seeks to repeal the Indian Railway Board Act, 1905 and incorporate its provisions into the Railways Act, 1989. Key points The new Bill will simplify the Read More …
Section 85 of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS)
Recently, the Supreme Court raised concerns over the misuse of legal provisions intended to protect married women, alongside recent legislative developments under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS). Key Concerns Raised by the Supreme Court: Provisions in the Bharatiya Nyaya Read More …
10th World Ayurveda Congress
The 10th World Ayurveda Congress (WAC 2024) and Arogya Expo were inaugurated on 12 December in Dhradun.
Manganese contamination
A recent report highlights a serious environmental and public health concern regarding manganese (Mn) contamination in the Gangetic plains of Bihar. Key Findings: Sources of Contamination: Toxicity of Manganese: Broader Context: Implications:
Nayakkarpatti block and Tungsten
The recent decision by the Union Government to auction the tungsten-rich Nayakkarpatti block in Tamil Nadu’s Madurai district has triggered significant controversy and opposition. Key Details of the Decision Local Opposition and Concerns Tungsten: Basic facts Balancing Development and Conservation Read More …
Abathsahayeshwarar Temple
The 1,300-year-old Abathsahayeshwarar Temple in Thukkatchi in Thanjavur district (Tamil Nadu) has been chosen by UNESCO to receive the Award of Distinction – 2023 for having been conserved keeping its heritage intact.
Amrit Gyaan Kosh portal
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh on 9 December launched “Amrit Gyaan Kosh” Portal to strengthen governance training.
Mega Oil Palm Plantation Drive, 2024
The Mega Oil Palm Plantation Drive, 2024, was an ambitious initiative organized between 15th July 2024 and 30th September 2024, aiming to boost Oil Palm cultivation in India. Key highlights of the program include: The Oil Palm Mission exemplifies a Read More …
Rajya Sabha Chairman Impeachment
The Opposition is attempting to remove Vice-President and Rajya Sabha Chairman, accusing him of steering the House with a “partisan bias”. After toying with the idea during the Monsoon Session in August 2024, the Opposition MPs in the Rajya Sabha Read More …
PM Modi launches ‘Bima Sakhi Yojana’ in Panipat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 9 launched the ‘Bima Sakhi Yojana’ in Panipat, Haryana. The initiative has been introduced by the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC). Key points Bima Sakhi Yojana aims to promote financial inclusion and economic Read More …