Gujarat will get the country’s first ‘Satellite Network Portal Site’. An MoU was signed between OneWeb and the state government in Gandhinagar yesterday for the establishment of the Satellite Network Portal Site’ near Mehsana. Key points
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Atomic Minerals: Commercial mining of lithium, 5 more minerals gets Cabinet nod
The Union Cabinet on July 12 approved amendments to the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act to allow commercial mining of lithium and five more minerals.
DAC approved procurement of 26 Rafale Marine aircraft and three Scorpene submarines
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has approved proposals for the procurement of 26 Rafale Marine aircraft from France to boost the Indian Navy’s operational capabilities. Scorpene class submarines ‘Buy (Indian)’ category
Right to silence
The Supreme Court has ruled that all accused have a right to silence and investigators cannot force them to speak up or admit guilt The apex court emphasizes that the Constitution accords every person a right against self-incrimination.
Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY)
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has launched The Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY)- a comprehensive initiative aimed at empowering senior citizens in India. Key facts of the scheme
Supreme Court judgement on ED director tenure
The Supreme Court declared as “not valid in law” the two tenure extensions granted by the government to Sanjay Kumar Mishra, Director of Enforcement Directorate, beyond the September 8, 2021 cut-off date it had fixed. Key points
Performance Grading Index for Districts (PGI-D)
The Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSE&L), Ministry of Education released the Performance Grading Index for Districts (PGI-D) combined report for 2020-21 & 2021-22 which assesses the performance of school education system at the District level by creating an Read More …
Exhibition on Lambani embroidery patches
As part of the 3rd Culture Working Group Meeting of G20 in Hampi, under its ‘Culture Unites All’ campaign, the Culture Working Group, Ministry of Culture has set a Guinness World Record for the ‘Largest Display of Lambani Items’. Key points
National Fish Farmer’s Day 2023
National Fish Farmer’s Day is celebrated on 10th July every year to recognize and appreciate the invaluable contributions of fish farmers, aquaculture industry professionals and other stakeholders towards ensuring a sustainable and thriving fisheries sector. Key points
Performance Grading Index (PGI) 2.0
The Ministry of Education has devised Performance Grading Index (PGI) 2.0 for States and UTs which assesses the performance of school education system at the State/UT level by creating an index for comprehensive analysis. Key points
High Courts not empowered to issue a direction for invocation of Article 355 of the Constitution-Madras High Court
Madras High Court has ruled that a High Court, under Article 226 (its writ jurisdiction) of the Constitution, does not have the power to issue a direction to the Centre to invoke Article 355. Key points
Parliamentary Research and Information Support for Members of Parliament (PRISM)
PRISM (Parliamentary Research and Information Support for Members of Parliament) – a round-the-clock service, a new initiative.
DoT Launches Bharat 6G Alliance
The Department of Telecommunication (DoT) has launched the Bharat 6G Alliance (B6GA), a collaborative platform consisting of public and private companies, academia, research institutions, and Standards development organizations. Key points Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF)
ADR approached the ECI seeking action against political parties
The Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), on June 19 wrote to the Election Commission seeking action against parties that fail to publish details of criminal antecedents of candidates as per orders of the Supreme Court and the poll panel. Key Read More …
eSARAS mobile App
Deendayal Antyodaya Yojna- National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) launched eSARAS mobile App which will add to eCommerce initiatives for products made by the SHGs. Key points