World Water Day: “Valuing Water’ is the theme for 2021’s World Water Day. World Water Day is an annual UN observance day (22 March) that highlights the importance of freshwater. The day is used to advocate for the sustainable management of freshwater resources. The theme of each day focuses on topics relevant to clean water, […]
Tag: 22nd Mar 2021
What is Diptheria Disease? Global Rise
Global Rise Of Diptheria: A recent study has found that Diphtheria, which is a relatively easily-preventable infection, could become a major global threat. The number of diphtheria cases reported globally has been increasing gradually. In 2018, there were 16,651 reported cases, more than double the yearly average for 1996-2017 (8,105 cases). Indian Scenario: According to […]
International Day Of Forests : Theme | Important Points
International Day of Forests: The United Nations observes March 21 as the International Day of Forests, commemorating the green cover around the world and reiterating its importance. The theme for 2021 is “Forest restoration: a path to recovery and well-being”. This year’s theme aims to emphasize how restoration and sustainable management of forests can help […]
United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) : Report 2021
New Report Released By The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF): According to a new report released by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), one in five children worldwide resides in areas of high or extremely high water vulnerability. The Report was released ahead of World Water Day (22nd March). The new report is part of […]
Gram UJALA Programme : Important Points
Gram UJALA Programme: The Government has launched the Gram UJALA Programme – an ambitious scheme offering the world’s cheapest LED bulbs in rural areas at a mere Rs. 10. In its first phase launched from Arrah in Bihar, 15 million LED bulbs will be distributed across villages of 5 districts – Aarah (Bihar), Varanasi (Uttar […]
National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development Bill, 2021
National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development Bill, 2021: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will introduce the National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development Bill, 2021 in the Lok Sabha. The bill seeks to establish the National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development. Its objective is to support the development of long-term non-recourse infrastructure financing in […]
What is Rajasthan Model Of Public Health?
Rajasthan Model Of Public Health: The Chief Minister of Rajasthan announced the implementation of the Rajasthan Model of Public Health that would include a Right to Health as well as measures for preventive, primary and curative care as envisioned by the World Health Organisation (WHO). Rajasthan Model of Public Health: The Mukhya Mantri Chiranjeevi Yojana […]
National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI)
National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI): Union Minister of Science & Technology Dr. Harsh Vardhan inaugurated the new Advanced High-Resolution Microscopy Facility at National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI). He also Unveiled the 4 Star GRIHA Certification of Center of Innovative and Applied Bioprocessing (CIAB) Lab and Admin Building at Mohali in Punjab. Both NABI & CIAB […]
