What is Swachh Survekshan? Swachh Survekshan was introduced by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs in 2016 as a competitive framework to encourage cities to improve the status of urban sanitation while encouraging large scale citizen participation. It has …
What’s in the news? Prime Minister Narendra Modi has met former Japanese Prime Ministers Yoshiro Mori and Shinzo Abe in Tokyo, Japan. Yoshiro Mori is the current Chairperson of the Japan-India Association (JIA) while Shinzo Abe will be taking over …
What is the ABDM? Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his 2020 Independence Day speech announced a major digital initiative in the form of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (previously known as National Digital Health Mission). Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) project …
Background In 2020, the Union Cabinet approved the National Education Policy 2020. The new policy aims to pave way for transformational reforms in school and higher education systems in the country. This policy will replace the 34 year old National …
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has recognized the contribution of India’s 1 million Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) during the Covid-19 pandemic. It is acknowledged that ASHAs facilitate linking households to health facilities, and play pivotal roles in house-to-house surveys, …
What’s in the news? International Day for Biological Diversity was celebrated on May 23. The United Nations General Assembly designated May 22 as International Day for Biological Diversity in December 2000. The day is celebrated to raise awareness about the …
What is a look out circular? It is a notice to stop any individual wanted by the police, investigating agency or even a bank from leaving or entering the country through designated land, air and sea ports. The immigration is …
About It is awarded to a person who has made a significant contribution to Carnatic music. It is considered the highest honour in the world of Carnatic music. The Sangita Kalanidhi award is announced by the Madras Music Academy(MMA). In …