Page-27 of Current Affairs - September, 2021

Arunachal Pradesh launches Two Agri schemes

September 4, 2021

Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, Pema Khandu, launched two ambitious schemes on September 3, 2021. Highlights One scheme was launched in agriculture sector, called ‘Atmanirbhar Krishi Yojana’, and Second scheme was launched in horticulture sector, called ‘Atmanirbhar Bagwani Yojana’. Both ..

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Govt launches AYUSH AAPKE DWAR campaign

September 4, 2021

Ayush Ministry launched the campaign called “AYUSH AAPKE DWAR” from some 45 locations across India on September 3, 2021. Highlights Campaign was launched by Minister of State for Ayush from Ayush Bhawan by distributing medicinal plants to staff. About 21 ..

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IISc-ISRO develop device to conduct microbial experiments in outer space

September 4, 2021

Researchers from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) have developed device to conduct microbial experiments in outer space. Highlights This modular, self-contained device can be used to cultivate microorganisms which in turn, enable scientists ..

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Centre set to sign a tripartite ‘Karbi Peace Accord’

September 4, 2021

The Centre is set to sign a tripartite “Karbi Peace Accord” on September 4, 2021. Highlights This accord is significant because insurgency by Karbi group has a long history in Assam which is marked by killings, ethnic violence, abductions and ..

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Avani Lekhara: 1st Indian woman to win 2 Paralympic medals

September 4, 2021

Avani Lekhara has become the 1st Indian women to win two Paralympic medals at a single edition of the Paralympics on September 3, 2021. Key Points Avani Lekhara won a bronze medal in women’s 50m Rifle 3 Positions (SH1) event. ..

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India: 1st Asian Country to launch a Plastics pact

September 4, 2021

India has become the first Asian Country to launch a Plastics pact on September 3, 2021. Key Points This new platform was developed by World-Wide Fund for Nature-India (WWF India) in collaboration with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII). It ..

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What are AT1 bonds?

September 4, 2021

India’s largest lender State Bank of India (SBI) announced on September 3, 2021 that it has raised Rs 4,000 crore through additional Tier 1 (AT1) bonds. Key Points AT1 bonds were raised at a coupon rate of 7.72%. It the ..

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Amazon India launches Kisan Store

September 4, 2021

Amazon India announced the launch of Kisan Store. The store was launched by Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Narendra Singh Tomar on September 2, 2021. About Kisan Store Kisan Store is an online platform that enable farmers of ..

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PM addresses plenary session of the Eastern Economic Forum (EEF)

September 4, 2021

Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, addressed the session of Eastern Economic Forum (EEF) on September 3, 2021. Key Points During the session, Prime Minister noted that, India-Russia energy partnership can bring stability in the global energy market. At the same time, ..

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CORBEVAX’ gets DCGI approval for Clinical trials

September 4, 2021

The Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) gave approval to another indigenous COVID-19 vaccine candidate called CORBEVAX for two clinical trials. Highlights Vaccine maker Biological E received approval to conduct phase two and three clinical trials on children between five ..

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