Announcement On Setting Up 75 Digital Banking: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has reiterated her Budget announcement on setting up 75 digital banking units in 75 districts of the country this year. This is to take forward the government’s agenda of digital financial inclusion. Digital banking involves taking all traditional banking activity online — doing away […]
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Imbalance In Nitrogen Availability : Report
Imbalance In Nitrogen Availability : Report According to a new report, an imbalance in nitrogen availability has been reported across the globe, with some places having an excess and others a shortage of the element. Reasons Causing the Decline Rising carbon dioxide levels and other global changes have increased demand for nitrogen by plants and […]
World’s First Crypto-Backed Payment Card
World’s First “Crypto-Backed” Payment Card: Crypto lender Nexo has collaborated with Mastercard to launch the world’s first “crypto-backed” payment card. This launch has signaled the move by financial and crypto networks to collaborate as digital assets are becoming more mainstream. Initially, the card will be available in selected European countries. It will allow users to […]
Global Centre For Traditional Medicine: Gujarat
Global Centre For Traditional Medicine: Gujarat The groundbreaking ceremony was performed for the first-of-its-kind World Health Organization (WHO) Global Centre for Traditional Medicine (GCTM) in Jamnagar, Gujarat. Additionally, the Global Ayush Investment and Innovation Summit will be held later this month in Gandhinagar which is aimed at increasing investments and showcase innovations in the field […]
Actinimenes koyas: New Species Of Shrimp
Actinimenes koyas: New Species Of Shrimp A new species of shrimp has been discovered by scientists from the ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources (NBFGR). The newly discovered species has been named Actinimenes koyas. NBFGR is focused on the documentation of the country’s aquatic genetic resources and gives special attention to shellfish and fish resources. […]
Vaquita Porpoise: Little Cow
Vaquita Porpoise: Little Cow According to the United States Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC), Vaquita porpoise (Phocoena sinus) is nearing extinction and immediate measures are needed to save the remaining population. Porpoises are among the smallest members of the cetacean family (whales, porpoises and dolphins). They are only distant relatives of dolphins (they last had […]
World Haemophilia Day 2022: Theme
World Haemophilia Day: World Haemophilia day is celebrated on 17th April every year, aiming to increase awareness about haemophilia and other inherited bleeding disorders. The day is celebrated in the honour of Frank Schnabel, founder of the World Federation of Haemophilia (WHF). This year’s (2022) theme is “Access for All: Partnership. Policy. Progress. Engaging your […]
National Cyber Security Strategy
National Cyber Security Strategy: In 2020, the National Cyber Security Strategy was conceptualised by the Data Security Council of India (DSCI) headed by Lt General Rajesh Pant. The report focused on 21 areas to ensure a safe, secure, trusted, resilient, and vibrant cyberspace for India. However, amid a surge in cyberattacks on India’s networks, the […]
Draft Uniform Code For Medical Device Marketing Practices
Draft Uniform Code For Medical Device Marketing Practices: The Department of Pharmaceuticals (DoP) recently published the draft Uniform Code for Medical Device Marketing Practices (UCMDMP), which is aimed at bringing in a voluntary code to regulate fair marketing practices by the medical device industry. It also aims at giving the industry an identity, apart from […]
e-DAR Portal
e-DAR Portal: The Ministry of Roads, Transport and Highways (MoRTH) developed the portal named ‘e-DAR’ (e-Detailed Accident Report). The portal provides instant information on road accidents and helps accelerate accident compensation claims, bringing relief to victims’ families. Road safety continues to be a major developmental issue, a public health concern and a leading cause of […]
