Measles Outbreak : London The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) warned that London is standing at risk of a major measles outbreak. Measles is a highly contagious and serious airborne disease. It is caused by a virus in the paramyxovirus family, and is normally passed through direct contact and the air. The virus infects the […]
Tag: 17th Jul 2023
Coal Gasification : New Target
Coal Gasification : New Target The Ministry of Coal has set a target to gasify 100 million tonnes of coal by FY 2030 in line with its energy transition plans. The Coal Ministry announced that it is considering a comprehensive scheme to promote coal gasification projects for both government Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) and the […]
Reimposed a Windfall Tax On Domestic Crude Petroleum
Reimposed a Windfall Tax On Domestic Crude Petroleum: The Indian government recently reimposed a windfall tax on domestic petroleum crude. Windfall Tax is a higher tax levied by the government on specific industries when they experience unexpected and above-average profits. When the government notices a sudden increase in an industry’s revenue, they impose this tax. […]
First European Country To Join The Comprehensive And Progressive Agreement For Trans-Pacific Partnership
First European Country To Join The Comprehensive And Progressive Agreement For Trans-Pacific Partnership: The UK has formally agreed to become the first European country to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP): It is a free trade agreement (FTA) between 11 nations: Australia, Brunei, […]
