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Recent Missions of Tourism Ministry
The Government of India is planning to bring a new tourism policy. The policy aims to provide better facilities and services to the tourists visiting India. It will create five missions in the country. What are the missions of the ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2022
Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs • Government Schemes Current Affairs
One Nation-One Grid-One Frequency
PowerGrid Corporation Limited celebrated the anniversary of the achievement of “One Nation One Grid”, as a part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav. Highlights On this occasion, Free health check-up and medical camps were organised across 70 locations. History of National ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2022
Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs
Power Ministry approves Inter-state projects worth Rs 15,893 cr
Union power minister, R K Singh, approved 23 new inter-state transmission system projects of worth Rs 15,893 crore. About inter-state transmission system (ISTS) projects Out of 23 ISTS project, 13 projects are having an estimated cost of Rs 14,766 crore. ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2021
Rural Development Ministry-Flipkart MoU to empower local businesses
Ministry of Rural Development of Government of India (MoRD) and Flipkart has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihood Mission (DAY-NRLM). Key Facts MoU between ministry & Flipkart will help in empowering ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
Hydro Electric Power Projects in Ladakh
In November 2021, the Government of India cleared eight hydro power projects. Of these seven are in Ladakh and one in Jammu and Kashmir. What are the Hydro Electric Power Projects? They are as follows: DubakShyok in Ladakh: 19 MW ..
Sci & Tech Ministry inaugurates “Tech NEEV@75”
Ministry of Science & Technology inaugurated “Tech NEEV@75” on November 15, 2021 as part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. Key Points On the occasion, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh interacted with successful start-ups including start-ups of tribal communities. The minister ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
Power ministry: New Rules notified to ensure Sustainability
The ministry of power announced new rules to ensure sustainability in the economic viability of the power sector. Key Points New rules will also ease the financial stress of various stakeholders. It will also ensure timely recovery of costs incurred ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2021
Home Ministry enhances powers of BSF
Home Ministry has enhanced the powers of Border Security Force (BSF). Under the enhanced power, officers will have the power to search and arrest. What are the enhanced powers? Officers will also have the power of seizure up to the extent ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2021
Maharatna Status to Power Finance Corporation
Central Government has given “Maharatna” status to Power Finance Corporation (PFC). PFC has become the 11th state-owned entity in India to enter the Maharatna category. Key Points PFC now joins the ranks of other companies like ONGC, Steel Authority of India ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2021
Finance Ministry’s Monthly Economic Review
The Ministry of Finance recently released its “Monthly Economic Review for September 2021”. According to the report, Indian economy is on path of swift recovery from the impact of Covid-19 pandemic. Key Findings As per economic review report, sustained & ..