Geo-heritage Sites: Geo-heritage refers to the geological features which are inherently or culturally significant offering insight to earth’s evolution or history to earth science or that can be utilized for education. Geological Survey of India (GSI) is the parent body which is making efforts towards identification and protection of geo-heritage sites/national geological monuments in the country. Why in …
India’s Arctic Missions: India launched its first scientific expedition to the Arctic Ocean in 2007. India opened a research base named “Himadri” in Svalbard, Norway in July 2008 to carry out studies in disciplines like Glaciology, Atmospheric sciences & Biological sciences. India’s Antarctic Missions: India officially acceded to the Antarctic Treaty System on 1st August 1983. On 12th September 1983, India became the fifteenth Consultative …
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Ol Chiki Script: The Ol Chiki script, also known as Ol Chemetʼ, Ol Ciki, Ol, and sometimes as the Santali alphabet, is the official writing system for Santhali, an Austroasiatic language recognized as an official regional language in India. India’s Constitution has been translated into Ol Chiki script for the first time. Significance: The Constitution of India has special provisions for the …
Vibrant Village programme: The Vibrant Village programme was announced in the Union Budget 2022-23. The concept of the Vibrant villages programme (VVP) is to improve the living conditions for the people living close to the Line of Actual Control (LAC) i.e. the borderline between China and India in the western sector of the borderland between India’s …
What is the Par-Tapi-Narmada River Linking Project? Par Tapi Narmada Link proposes to transfer water from the water surplus regions of Western Ghats to the water deficit regions of Saurashtra and Kutch (Gujarat). The link project includes seven reservoirs proposed in north Maharashtra and south Gujarat. The water from the seven proposed reservoirs would be taken through a 395 km …
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Till now, Indian investors buy US stocks through designated online brokers who have permission from Indian and US regulators to offer such services. Now, investors in India have been allowed to trade in select US stocks through the NSE International Exchange (NSE IFSC). This means domestic investors can purchase US stocks like Amazon, Alphabet, Tesla, etc. However, the offering will be in the …
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SAMARTH Initiative: Launched by Ministry of MSME. It is a special entrepreneurship drive for women. Features: 20% Seats in free Skill Development Programs organised under skill development schemes of the Ministry will be allocated for Women. 20% of MSME Business Delegations sent to domestic & international exhibitions under the schemes for Marketing Assistance implemented by the Ministry will …
Sagar Parikrama: It is a navigation journey to be conducted in all coastal states/UTs through a pre-decided sea route to demonstrate solidarity with all fisherfolk, fish farmers and concerned stakeholders. It is envisioned as a part of ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsava’ saluting our great freedom fighters, sailors and fishers. Will start from Mandvi, Gujarat and end at Porbandar. …
Quami Waqf Boards Taraqqiati Scheme: The scheme was envisaged with an aim to map the immovable assets under the Waqf boards, to ensure their proper utilization and monetisation. The exercise is also aimed at ensuring that these properties are not lost to encroachments and counter ownership claims. To speed up the process, the Central Waqf …
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Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission: It was launched in September 2021. It aims to provide digital health IDs for all Indian citizens to help hospitals, insurance firms, and citizens access health records electronically when required. The project will cover entire nation in next 5 years. The National Health Authority (NHA) under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare will be …