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Debasish Panda- New IRDAI Chief

March 12, 2022

Debasish Panda has been appointed as the new chairperson of the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) for a three-year term. Overview: Former Department of Financial Services (DFS) Secretary Debasish Panda, a retired IAS officer, has been appointed ..

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NABARD Grameena Habba

March 12, 2022

‘Grameena Habba,’ a platform for rural artisans to sell handicraft, agricultural, and handloom products, is being held by NABARD’s Karnataka regional office in Bengaluru till March 14. Overview: This event features handloom sarees, handmade arts, home decors, handwoven clothing material, ..

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Adavi Tribal Brand

March 12, 2022

A new brand of forest products has been launched from Nilambur. Minor forest produce harvested by Nilambur tribespeople, such as wild honey, will now be marketed under the Adavi brand. Overview: National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) and ..

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Vincov-19 COVID Drug

March 12, 2022

With the completion of clinical trials that demonstrated excellent results, the first indigenous drug to treat COVID-19 named Vincov-19 is expected to be made available to the public soon. Overview: CSIR-Centre for Cellular & Molecular Biology (CCMB), VINS Bioproducts, and ..

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YUVIKA- YUva VIgyani KAryakram

March 12, 2022

The Young Scientist Program, also known as YUVIKA (Yuva VIgyani KAryakram), is an annual space education and training programme sponsored by ISRO and funded by India’s Department of Space. Overview: The programme was started by the Indian government in order ..

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Madhya Pradesh Child Budget

March 12, 2022

The Madhya Pradesh state government for the first time presented a ‘child budget’ as part of its annual financial plan. The government has allocated Rs 57,803 crore for 220 schemes which will be implemented under 17 departments, including education, targeted ..

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Kerala IT Corridors

March 11, 2022

In the budget of Kerala that was presented by Finance Minister KN Balagopal, importance has been given to the IT sector of the state, with the focus being given to the futuristic 5G networks. Overview: Expeditious steps will be initiated ..

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Committee on Chardham Project

March 11, 2022

The Supreme Court named AK Sikri, as chairperson of the High-Powered Committee (HPC), which will assess the Chardham project’s cumulative and independent impact on the entire Himalayan valley. Overview: In 2019, Professor Ravi Chopra was appointed as chairperson of the ..

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Indian Railways’ First Gati Shakti Cargo Terminal

March 11, 2022

The first ‘Gati Shakti’ cargo terminal of Indian Railways’ was inaugurated in the Eastern Railway’s Asansol division. The cargo facility is expected to boost railway earnings by roughly Rs 11 crore per month. Overview: The Asansol division of Indian Railways ..

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World Bank’s USD 125 million Loan to West Bengal

March 11, 2022

An IBRD (International Bank for Reconstruction and Development) loan of USD $125 million has been offered to West Bengal by the World Bank to help poor and vulnerable groups through social protection services in the state. Overview: Over 400 programs ..

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