National Health Account Estimates: The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare recently released the National Health Account (NHA) estimates for the fiscal years 2020-21 and 2021-22. These reports are the eighth and ninth editions of the NHA series, which provides a comprehensive view of the country’s healthcare expenditure. Key Findings of National Health Account […]
Tag: 7th Oct 2024
Naxalism : In News
Naxalism : In News Recently security forces in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region engaged in a significant gunfight with Naxalites, resulting in the death of 28 insurgents. This marks one of the highest casualty tolls in recent anti-Naxal operations. The Naxalite movement began in 1967 in Naxalbari village, West Bengal, when peasants led an uprising against local […]
Co-District : Assam
Co-District : Assam Assam has become the first state in India to implement a new administrative structure known as Co-Districts, aimed at improving governance and accessibility of public services. The inaugural phase will take place on October 4 and 5, 2024, when 39 Co-Districts will be officially launched. Co-districts are smaller administrative units under Assam’s […]
Supreme Court Ruling On ITC
Supreme Court Ruling On ITC: The Supreme Court laid down functionality and essentially test for Input Tax Credit (ITC) eligibility under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime. The verdict was delivered in the Chief Commissioner of Central Goods and Service Tax & Ors. Vs Safari Retreats Case, 2024. The Supreme Court (SC) ruled that […]
Eco-mark Scheme : Revised
Eco-mark Scheme : Revised The Ecomark Scheme was introduced to promote eco-friendly products in alignment with the ‘LiFE’ (Lifestyle for Environment) mission initiated in 2021. The revised scheme, notified in 2024, replaces the earlier 1991 version, and focuses on reducing environmental impacts, promoting resource efficiency, and encouraging sustainable production and consumption. Accreditation of products based […]
Visakhapatnam’s Pillboxes
Visakhapatnam’s Pillboxes: Due to the monsoon, Visakhapatnam’s beaches have shifted, revealing World War II pillboxes that were buried in the sand, offering a look into the city’s forgotten maritime history The pillboxes, constructed during the height of World War II, were part of a strategic defense network to safeguard Visakhapatnam’s shores from potential enemy invasions. […]
International Day Of Older Persons 2024
International Day of Older Persons 2024: The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment observed International Day of Older Persons 2024 on 1st October 2024. Theme for 2024: Ageing with Dignity: The Importance of Strengthening Care and Support Systems for Older Persons Worldwide This day is celebrated to recognise the contributions made by older people and […]
Exercise KAZIND 2024
Exercise KAZIND 2024: The 8th edition of the India-Kazakhstan Joint Military Exercise KAZIND-2024, commenced in Uttarakhand and is being held from 30th September to 13th October 2024. The Exercise between India and Kazakhstan was initiated as ‘Exercise PRABAL DOSTYK’ in 2016. After the second edition, it was upgraded to a company-level exercise and renamed ‘Exercise […]
Akashteer Air Defence Systems
Akashteer Air Defence Systems: The Indian Army has significantly enhanced its air defence capabilities with the acquisition of 100 Akashteer air defence systems. These are advanced Air Defence Control and Reporting Systems (ADCRS) which will serve as a critical asset in safeguarding the country from aerial threats, including missile and rocket attacks. It is a […]
EnviStats India 2024
EnviStats India 2024: The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) compiled and released the 7th consecutive issue of the publication “EnviStats India 2024: Environment Accounts”. EnviStats India 2024 is compiled in accordance with the System of Environmental-Economic Accounting (SEAA). The current publication which is seventh in the series covers Energy Accounts, Ocean Accounts, Soil […]
