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‘Kudumbashree’ hotels to provide subsidized meals in Kerala
The state government of Kerala has recently unveiled a scheme to establish hotels to provide meals at subsidised rates called ‘Kudumbashree’ hotels. The announcement was made during the presentation of state’s budget. The hotels are to be set up in ..
Kaamya Karthikeyan: Mumbai Girl becomes the youngest to climb Mt Aconcagua
On February 9, 2020, Kaamya Karthikeyan became the youngest girl to climb the highest peak in South America, Mt Aconcagua. Highlights Kaamya Karthikeyan is a Class VII student studying in Navy Children School. She has set the record of become ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2020
First Disha Police Station inaugurated in Andhra Pradesh to work on violence against women
On February 8, 2020, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy inaugurated the first Disha Police Station. The police stations are first of their kind in the state and will deal with crimes against women. Highlights The Andhra Pradesh Government ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2020
PMMVY awards: Madhya Pradesh wins; Manipur won among NE states
On February 3, 2020, the Ministry of Women and Child Development awarded Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandhana Yojana (PMMVY) awards to states and Union Territories and Districts. The award function was organized to promote competitive federalism among the states. The Awards ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2020
Vidya Bal-Social Activist, Feminist passed away
The Veteran Feminist, Social Activist and writer passed away in private nursing home on January 30, 2020. She was known for her heroic oppressive practices involving women. She was a forefront fighter for women equality with men Highlights In 2016, ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2020
The Medical Termination of Pregnancy (Amendment) Bill, 2020 approved by Cabinet
On January 29, 2020, the Union Cabinet approved Medical Termination of Pregnancy (Amendment) Bill, 2020. The bill aims to amend the Medical Termination of Pregnancy act, 1971. The bill is to be introduced in the coming session of Parliament Highlights ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2020
January 24: National Girl Child Day
India celebrates National Girl Child Day on January 24 annually. It was initiated by Ministry of Women and Child Development in 2008. Highlights The aim of the day is to spread awareness about inequalities faced by girls in the country. ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2020
Women Power at Republic Day parade: Tania Shergil and CRPF bikers
The Republic Day parade held at Rajpath every year is one of the largest parades of the world. The parade marches from Rashtrapati Bhawan along Rajpath until India Gate. This year the parade has certain events to express the woman ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2020
Group of Ministers report on legal framework to prevent sexual harassment
On January 19, 2020, the Group of Ministers headed by Home Minister Amit Shah finalized its report to change the legal framework that will help prevent sexual harassment of women at work places. Highlights The Group of Ministers was constituted ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2020
January 15: Indian Army Day
On January 15, 2020, India celebrated its 72nd Army Day. It is being celebrated every year to honour soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the country. The Army Day Parade was held at the Parade Ground in Delhi Cantonment as ..