Page-16 of Current Affairs - June, 2018

10th Meeting of Global Alliance to Eliminate Lymphatic Filariasis held in New Delhi

June 14, 2018

The 10th Meeting of Global Alliance to Eliminate Lymphatic Filariasis (GAELF) was held in New Delhi, India. It was inaugurated by Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare J P Nadda. This is second time India hosted meeting of GAELF. ..

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NITI Aayog launches Composite Water Management Index

June 14, 2018

The NITI (National Institution for Transforming India) Aayog launched Composite Water Management Index as useful tool to assess and improve performance in efficient management of water resources. The index aims to inspire States/UTs towards efficient and optimal utilization of water ..

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 US Government approves sale of AH-64E Apache attack helicopters to India  

June 14, 2018

The United States State Department has approved sale of six AH-64E Apache attack helicopters along with support equioments to India. The Apache choppers are one of the most advanced multi-role combat helicopters which have advanced weapons systems and night-fighting features, ..

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Dr Bindeshwar Pathak: Sulabh International founder honoured with Nikkei Asia Prize

June 14, 2018

Renowned social activist and founder of Sulabh International, Dr Bindeshwar Pathak (75) was honoured with the Japan’s prestigious Nikkei Asia Prize for his contribution to Asia’s development. He was presented with this award at 23rd Nikkei Asia Prize ceremony held ..

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Cabinet approves Repositioning of North Eastern Council

June 14, 2018

The Union Cabinet has approved proposal of Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) for nomination of Union Home Minister as ex-officio Chairman of North Eastern Council (NEC). It also approved that Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of ..

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Cabinet approves enactment of Dam Safety Bill, 2018

June 14, 2018

The Union Cabinet has approved the proposal for introduction of Dam Safety Bill, 2018 in the Parliament. The bill aims to help all States and Union Territories to adopt uniform dam safety procedures which will ensure safety of dams and ..

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Cabinet approves Three Year Action Plan of Agricultural Education Division & ICAR Institutes

June 14, 2018

The Union Cabinet has approved continuation of Three Year Action Plan (2017-2020) of scheme for Agricultural Education Division and Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) Institutes. The plan aims at strengthening and developing higher agricultural education in India. The scheme ..

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Cabinet extends tenure of Commission constituted to examine issue of OBC sub-categorisation

June 14, 2018

The Union Cabinet has given final extension to commission constituted to examine sub-categorisation within Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in Central list. The commission earlier had term till June 20, 2018 but with extension it will now work till July 31, ..

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