Page-40 of Current Affairs - July, 2021

Delhi Metro launches India’s first UPI-based Cashless Parking

July 7, 2021

Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) launched India’s first FASTag or Unified Payments Interface (UPI)-based parking facility on July 6, 2021. Key Facts This facility was launched to reduce time for entry and payment. Under the Multi-Model Integration (MMI) initiative, dedicated ..

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Mishri variety of cherries from Kashmir exported to Dubai

July 7, 2021

First Commercial shipment of Mishri variety of cherries was exported to Dubai from Srinagar on July 6, 2021 in order to boost horticultural exports. Key Points In June, a sample consignment was sent to Dubai from Sri Nagar prior to ..

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2021 Trafficking in Persons Report

July 7, 2021

Trafficking in Persons report 2021 was recently released by US State Department. As per the report, Covid-19 pandemic has increased vulnerability to human trafficking and interrupted existing anti-traffic efforts. Key Findings of report According to the report, India did not ..

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DCC clears Satellite Connectivity in Telecom Networks

July 7, 2021

Digital Communications Commission (DCC) has cleared a provision of using satellite connectivity in telecom networks in accordance with TRAI recommendations. Highlights Satellite connectivity will be used through VSAT terminal in order to provide services in remote areas as it is ..

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MC Mary Kom & Manpreet Singh named flag bearers at Tokyo Olympics

July 6, 2021

Boxer M.C. Mary Kom and men’s hockey team skipper Manpreet Singh have been named for flag bearers at Tokyo Olympics from India. Key Points Both of them will be flag bearers for India at opening ceremony of Tokyo Olympics which ..

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DoT to fine Rs 10,000 for fraud messages

July 6, 2021

Department of Telecom (DoT) has proposed to fine Rs 10,000 for fraud messages in order to tighten noose on pesky callers. Key Points DoT will put a fine of Rs 10,000 for every call and SMS made by telemarketers after ..

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Draft norms to regulate Direct Selling Companies

July 6, 2021

Government has notified a draft norm to regulate direct selling firms like Amway and Tupperware to protect the interest of consumers in India. Key Facts Under the norms, these direct selling firms will not be allowed to offer pyramid and ..

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Delhi announces monetary support for Covid-19 affected families

July 6, 2021

Chief Minister of Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal, launched a scheme to provide monetary support to covid-19 affected families on July 6, 2021. Key Points Chief Minister also launched an online portal which will help in providing financial assistance to families. He ..

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