In News Recently, the Prime Minister launched the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) mobile application on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti (2nd October). The app would enable anyone to fund the provision of tap water in rural parts of India. Jal Jeevan Mission About: JJM envisages a supply of 55 litres of water per person per […]
In News Recently, the Uttar Pradesh government named actor Kangana Ranaut as the brand ambassador of its ambitious ‘one district-one product’ programme. About One District One Product (ODOP) is an initiative that is seen as a transformational step forward towards realizing the true potential of a district, fueling economic growth and generating employment and rural […]
In News Recently, the Vice President of India advised the North-Eastern Council to propel the NE region on a resurgent phase of accelerated development by quickly resolving issues that have been impeding its progress. About North Eastern Council (NEC) It is the nodal agency for the economic and social development of the North Eastern Region […]
In News Recently, Pakistan has discussed Taliban-led Afghanistan joining the multibillion-dollar China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) infrastructure project. About the issue China has proposed the construction of the Peshawar-Kabul motorway as an extension of CPEC in Afghanistan. Taliban takeover of Afghanistan and China emerging as a major challenge in the form of the extension of its […]
In News Recently, Tax Inspectors Without Borders (TIWB) launched its programme in Seychelles. India was chosen as the Partner Administration and has provided a Tax Expert for this programme. About the Programme This programme is expected to be of 12 months duration. In this duration, India will collaborate with the TIWB Secretariat and the UNDP […]
In News Recently, the Prime Minister has launched the second phases of Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban (SBM-U) and Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT). Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban (SBM-U) About: It was announced by the PM on 15th August 2014 but the mission was formally launched on 2nd October 2014. Objectives: Eradication of open defecation […]
In News Recently ,the Minister for Labour and Employment launched DigiSaksham . DigiSaksham It is a digital skills programme to enhance the employability of youth by imparting digital skills that are required in an increasingly technology driven era. This joint initiative with Microsoft India is an extension of the Government’s ongoing programs to support the […]
Context Recently ,the Prime Minister of India launched Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0 and Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation 2.0 . The aim of Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0 is to make cities garbage-free while the Second Phase of Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation is to make cities water secure. About Swachh Bharat […]
Context Senior care Ageing Growth Engine (SAGE) project and Senior Able Citizens for Re Employment in Dignity (SACRED) Portal will support India’s elderly. Image Courtesy: TH About Senior care Ageing Growth Engine (SAGE) Project Recommended by: The project is shaped on the recommendations of the empowered expert committee (EEC) report on startups for the […]
In News Recently, the Prime Minister of India chaired the 38th PRAGATI meeting. About PRAGATI It is an Information and Communications Technology( ICT) based multimodal platform aimed at addressing the common man’s grievances and simultaneously monitoring and reviewing important programmes and projects of the Government of India as well as projects flagged by State Governments. […]