Namami Gange, also known as the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), is a flagship program launched by the Government of India to clean and rejuvenate the Ganga River, one of India's most important and sacred rivers. What are the key features and achievements of the Namami Gange Program? Why the … [Read more...] about Namami Gange Program
Current Affairs Notes
SATAT Scheme for cleaner transportation fuel
The SATAT (Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation) scheme is an initiative launched by the Government of India to promote the use of Compressed Biogas (CBG) as a clean and alternative fuel for transportation. Read here to learn more about the scheme. In addition to natural gas, … [Read more...] about SATAT Scheme for cleaner transportation fuel
Digital Personal Data Protection
Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2023 has been passed by the parliament. How is it different from its previous version? What are the domains where it has made improvements and the ones where it is lacking? What does personal data protection entail? Read here to understand better. Digital … [Read more...] about Digital Personal Data Protection
Dearness Allowance: Meaning and Types
The dearness allowance (DA) hike for government employees is often seen in the news. But what does it exactly entail? How is DA calculated? How does it affect the salaries and pensions of government employees? Read here to get a better understanding of it. According to the appropriate pay scale, … [Read more...] about Dearness Allowance: Meaning and Types
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
The government has set a deadline for pharmaceutical MSMEs to adopt good manufacturing practices. What are good manufacturing practices? Why is it necessary? How does it ensure product quality? Read here to understand. All drugmakers with an annual turnover of over Rs 250 crore will have to … [Read more...] about Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
Global Tobacco Epidemic
WHO released a report on ‘Global Tobacco Pandemic Epidemic, 2023: Protect people from tobacco smoke’. The report tracks the progress made by countries in tobacco control since 2008 and, marks 15 years since MPOWER measures were introduced. Read here to learn more about MPOWER and Indian efforts for … [Read more...] about Global Tobacco Epidemic
Decarbonising Transport Sector
Decarbonising transport sector refers to the process of reducing or eliminating carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector. Read here to know more about India’s strategy to tackle decarbonisation of the transport sector. The transportation sector is a … [Read more...] about Decarbonising Transport Sector
Nutraceuticals in India
Nutraceuticals in India are an important market that is prepped to be a global leader by 2025. New products and nutraceuticals were under the Jan Aushadi Pariyojana. Read here to learn more about the emerging market of nutraceuticals. Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Bureau of India (PMBI), … [Read more...] about Nutraceuticals in India
First Information Report (FIR)
A First Information Report (FIR) is heard of by all, but what does it entail? FIR is a crucial document since it initiates the criminal justice system. The police begin their investigation of the crime only when the FIR has been filed at the police station. Read here to know all about FIR … [Read more...] about First Information Report (FIR)
Green Ship Building in India
India aims at becoming a Global Hub for Green Ship building by 2030 with the launch of the Green Tug Transition Programme (GTTP). The history of ship building in India traverses time back to ancient civilizations. Read here to know all about Indian ship building. Green Tug Transition Programme … [Read more...] about Green Ship Building in India