Page-7 of Current Affairs - January, 2016

Union Cabinet approves amendments of Power Tariff Policy to promote clean energy

January 21, 2016

The Union Cabinet has approved the proposal of the Union Ministry of Power for amendments in the Power Tariff Policy 2006. The comprehensive amendments bring required changes for holistic view of the power sector and also to achieve the objectives ..

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Cabinet approves MoU between ISRO and Kuwait’s ISR for outer space cooperation

January 21, 2016

The Union Cabinet has apprised of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) and Kuwait Institute of Scientific Research (KISR) on cooperation in the exploration of outer space and use of outer space technology for peaceful ..

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CCEA approves 5000 MW of Grid-connected Solar PV Power Projects

January 21, 2016

Cabinet committee on economic affairs (CCEA) has approved setting up over 5,000 Mega Watt of Grid-Connected Solar Photo Voltaic Power Projects on build, own and operate (BOOT) basis. Decision in this regard was taken by Union Cabinet meeting chaired by ..

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Cabinet approves MoU between India and UK in the field of Public Administration and Governance Reforms 

January 21, 2016

The Union Cabinet has approved Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and United Kingdom for Cooperation in the field Public Administration and Governance Reforms. This MoU was signed between both countries in November, 2015 during Prime Minister Narendra’s official visit ..

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World Economic Forum meeting starts in Davos, Switzerland

January 20, 2016

The annual World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting has started in Swiss resort of Davos, Switzerland with participation of political leaders and business from around the world. In this edition of WEF meeting, the agenda includes the outlook of the global ..

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Sex ratio down, literacy rate of women up: NFHS 4

January 20, 2016

According to recently released first phase of National Family Health Survey (NFHS) 4, the sex ratio in many states in India has significantly decreased and literacy rate has increased. The first phase of survey was undertaken by Mumbai based International ..

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CCEA approves six-laning of NH-2 in Bihar and Jharkhand

January 20, 2016

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved development of the six laning of National Highway-2 from Aurangabad-BarwaAdda section in Bihar and Jharkhand. Decision in this regard was taken in the CCEA meeting chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra ..

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ISRO successfully launches IRNSS-1E satellite

January 20, 2016

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully launched India’s fifth navigation Indian Regional Navigational Satellite System (IRNSS) 1E satellite. It was launched on board of PSLV-C31 rocket from Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SHAR), Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh. Key facts The ..

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India ranks 89th in Global Talent Competitiveness Index 2015-16

January 20, 2016

India has ranked 89th globally in Global Talent Competitiveness Index (GTCI) 2015-16 list of 106 assessed countries in terms of talent competitiveness of its human capital. This GTCI list was compiled by INSEAD business school in partnership with Adecco and ..

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Bihar Government approves 35 per cent job reservation for women

January 20, 2016

Bihar Government has formally approved 35 per cent reservation for women in government jobs in the state. Decision in this regard was taken by state cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar in Patna. This 35 per cent reservation ..

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