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Who are Hakki Pikkis?

April 22, 2023

The Hakki Pikki tribe is a nomadic tribe that resides in several states in western and southern India. They are especially concentrated in forest areas where they practice their traditional occupation of bird catching and hunting. The tribe’s name itself ..

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Fifth Round of UDAN

April 22, 2023

The Union Civil Aviation Ministry launched the fifth round of the Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS), known as Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik (UDAN). It is expected to further boost the connectivity to remote and regional areas across India. UDAN 5.0 ..

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Animal Pandemic Preparedness Initiative and Animal Health System Support for One Health

April 21, 2023

Animal pandemics and zoonotic diseases pose significant threats to both animal and human health, and addressing them requires a holistic approach. The Animal Pandemic Preparedness Initiative and the World Bank-funded Animal Health System Support for One Health are comprehensive efforts ..

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National Quantum Mission

April 20, 2023

The Union Cabinet of India recently cleared the National Quantum Mission, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at harnessing the power of quantum technologies. With a budget of Rs 6,003 crore and an expected duration of eight years, the mission seeks to ..

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Regulation of Assisted Reproductive Technology

April 19, 2023

The Indian government has recently tightened regulations for Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART), which is commonly used to treat infertility through vitro fertilization (IVF). The health ministry’s move aims to regulate the mushrooming money-making industry that often carries out unnecessary procedures ..

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National Health Claims Exchange (HCX)-Sandbox

April 19, 2023

The National Health Authority has invited participation in the National Health Claims Exchange (HCX)-Sandbox recently under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM). About HCX The Health Claims Exchange (HCX) is a new initiative under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) ..

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Animal Birth Control Rules, 2023

April 19, 2023

The Animal Birth Control Rules, 2023 have been notified by the Central Government on March 10th, 2023, under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animal Act, 1960. These rules supersede the Animal Birth Control (Dog) Rules, 2001 and address the 2009 ..

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Constable (General Duty) Examination for CAPFs

April 18, 2023

The Union Home Ministry has approved the conduct of the Constable (General Duty) examination for Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) in 13 regional languages in addition to Hindi and English. This landmark decision seeks to boost the participation of local ..

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SOPs for Safety and Security of Journalists

April 18, 2023

A recent incident in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh has raised concerns about the safety and security of journalists in India. On April 15, 2023, mafia don-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed and his brother were shot dead by three individuals posing as TV news ..

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NIMHANS-AHT Comprehensive Mental-Health Action Program for Rural Communities

April 17, 2023

The National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) and NGO Ashraya Hastha Trust (AHT) signed an MoU recently to test the feasibility of a model comprehensive rural mental health program named “NAMAN” (NIMHANS-AHT Comprehensive Mental-Health Action Program for Rural ..

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