United District Information System for Education (UDISE+) Report 2023-24: The total enrolment of students has dropped by over a crore in 2023-24 as compared to the previous years, Unified District Information System for Education Plus (UDISE+) report released by the Ministry of Education (MoE) said recently. Highlights of UDISE+ Report 2023-24: 8 crore students enrolled […]
Category: Important Reports
Transformative Change Assessment : IPBES
Transformative Change Assessment : IPBES A report released by the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) titled Transformative Change Assessment, stresses the critical role that governance plays in mitigating biodiversity loss. It highlights how effective governance, with its focus on inclusivity and sustainability, is essential for preserving biodiversity and driving long-term, systemic […]
Business Ready (B-READY) Report 2024
Business Ready (B-READY) Report 2024: The World Bank launched the Business Ready (B-READY) report 2024 to replace the Ease of Doing Business report. The Ease of Doing Business report was paused in 2020 due to data manipulation issues and concerns over the integrity of certain rankings, leading to an independent review and methodology changes. B-READY […]
State of E-Waste in India : Report
State of E-Waste in India : Report The Minister of State for the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs provided data that reflects growing use of electronic and electrical devices across the country. India has witnessed a 72.54% rise in e-waste generation over five years, increasing from 1.01 million metric tonnes (MT) in 2019-20 […]
Decline in Contributions to PM CARES Fund After COVID Pandemic
Decline in Contributions to PM CARES Fund After COVID Pandemic: The PM CARES Fund, created in March 2020 in response to the COVID-19 crisis, saw a significant drop in contributions in the financial year 2022-23, with total donations reaching Rs 912 crore, a steep fall from the Rs 7,184 crore received in 2020-21. Voluntary contributions […]
400 Million Dreams : Migration Report
400 Million Dreams : Migration Report The Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM) released a working paper titled “400 Million Dreams!” which highlights a 12% decline in domestic migration since 2011. This shift, reflecting broader socio-economic changes, is attributed to improved economic opportunities and infrastructure in traditionally high migration source areas. Key Highlights […]
India Ranks 49th in Network Readiness Index (NRI) 2024
India Ranks 49th in Network Readiness Index (NRI) 2024: India has made remarkable progress in the 2024 Network Readiness Index (NRI), jumping 11 places from 60th in 2023 to 49th, with an improved score of 53.63. This achievement reflects the country’s strengthened commitment to advancing digital infrastructure and technology adoption.
Standing Committee on Railways : Report
Standing Committee on Railways : Report The Standing Committee on Railways presented its latest report in Parliament, highlighting inefficiency in Railways. Standing Committee Report on Railways: Freight Train Speed: Average speed over the past 11 years: 25.14 km/h. Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFC): Eastern DFC: Completed. Western DFC: 102 km section to be completed by December […]
S.A.F.E Accommodation Report
S.A.F.E Accommodation Report: NITI Aayog released its report on Site Adjacent Factory Employee (S.A.F.E.) Accommodation, emphasizing the importance of secure and affordable housing for industrial workers to boost India’s manufacturing sector.Report highlights the need for secure, affordable, and flexible housing near industrial sites to support India’s manufacturing growth.
2024 Arctic Report Card
2024 Arctic Report Card: A recent report titled the 2024 Arctic Report Card by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reveals that the Arctic, once a major carbon sink, is now becoming a carbon source due to ongoing climate-induced warming. Key Findings of the Report: The Arctic is warming at an unprecedented rate, with […]
