Yearly Archives: 2021

NATIONAL PERSPECTIVE PLAN FOR INTERLINKING OF RIVERS

Recently, the Union Cabinet has approved the funding and implementation of Ken-Betwa inter-linking of rivers project. The project envisages transferring water from the Ken river to the Betwa river, both tributaries of the Yamuna. The project will be completed in eight years. Important points: It is the first project under …

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HUMANITARIAN ASSISTANCE AND DISASTER RELIEF EXERCISE.

Recently, a Curtain Raiser Event for PANEX-21 for the member nations of Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) countries was held recently. The exercise is planned to be conducted later this year (2021). Important points: It is a Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief exercise. It …

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SHYAMA PRASAD MUKHERJI RURBAN MISSION

According to the Lok Sabha, Shyama Prasad Mukherji Rurban Mission (SPMRM) has performed significantly well in the last four years. Important points: It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS), launched in 2016 by the MInistry of Rural Development (MoRD) to deliver integrated project based infrastructure in the rural areas, which …

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‘PROTECTOR OF HUMANITY

Recently, the Prime Minister of India has paid tributes to Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji on his martyrdom day. Important points: Guru Tegh Bahadur was the ninth Sikh Guru, often venerated as the ‘Protector of Humanity’ (Srisht-di-Chadar) by the Sikhs. He is known as a great teacher, Guru Tegh Bahadur …

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NATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION (NHRC)

Recently data related to human rights violations in states was provided by the Ministry of Home Affairs in Rajya sabha. Around 40% of human rights violation cases lodged annually by the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in the past three financial years till this 31st October (2021) were from Uttar …

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CYCLONE JAWAD

Recently, Cyclone Jawad has hit the east coast of India particularly the State of Odisha and Andhra Pradesh. Although the cyclone weakened and didn’t cause much damage, it highlighted that India’s cyclone management approach was largely based on evacuation. Thus, India’s cyclone management must incorporate Mitigation and Preparedness measures. Mitigation …

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PACIFIC’S RING OF FIRE.

Recently, Mount Semeru volcano of Indonesia erupted which killed at least 14 persons and left dozens injured. The last time it erupted was in December 2020. Important points: Semeru, also known as the Great Mountain – is the highest volcano in Java and one of the most active. Semeru volcano …

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EXERCISE EKUVERIN

Recently, the 11th Edition of Joint Military Exercise EKUVERIN between India & Maldives has been started at Kadhdhoo Island, Maldives. Earlier, the 15th edition of the biennial trilateral Coast Guard Exercise ‘Dosti’ involving India, the Maldives and Sri Lanka was held in the Maldives. Important points: India and Maldives have …

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31ST NATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION AWARDS (NECA)

Recently, the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) felicitated various industrial units, institutions and establishments with 31st National Energy Conservation Awards (NECA) on the occasion of National Energy Conservation Day (14th December) to showcase India’s achievements in energy efficiency and conservation. A new award – National Energy Efficiency Innovation Awards (NEEIA) …

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AZADI KI VIJAY SHRANKHLA AUR SANSKRITIYON KA MAHASANGAM

Recently, National Cadet Corps (NCC) has announced to conduct ‘Azadi ki Vijay Shrankhla aur Sanskritiyon ka Mahasangam’ event as part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav (75th Anniversary of India’s Independence). Under Azadi ki Vijay Shrankhla’ program, the bravehearts of the Indo-Pakistan 1971 War are being honoured at 75 locations throughout …

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