About the scheme It is an umbrella of two major health initiatives, namely Health and Wellness Centres and Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY). Health and Wellness Centres Under this 1.5 lakh existing Sub Health Centres (SHC), Primary Health Centres …
What’s in the news? The COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent lockdown have proved to be new drivers of child marriages in India. Across India, 5,214 child marriages were reported in the first four months of the lockdown between March and …
Adaptability Max MacKeown Adaptability is the ability to change according to the times using technological and social innovation to attain success. It is a necessary skill required in this world. One must master the technique of anticipating the future and …
What’s in the news? NITI Aayog has released ‘Vision 2035: Public Health Surveillance in India’. About: Vision 2035: Public Health Surveillance in India is a continuation of the work on health systems strengthening. It contributes by suggesting mainstreaming of surveillance …
About: On 12th May 2020, Prime Minister announced a special comprehensive economic package to fight the COVID-19 pandemic in India. He gave a clarion call for AatmaNirbhar Bharat Abhiyan or a Self-Reliant India Movement. The five pillars of AatmaNirbhar Bharat …
About ATAGS The indigenous Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS) is a 155mm, 52 calibre artillery gun jointly developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation in partnership with Bharat Forge of the Kalyani Group and the Tata Power SED. …
Tropical Montane Grasslands (TMG) TMG are high elevation grasslands that form only 2% of all grasslands in the world. They function in regulating the global carbon cycle and serving as a source of water to downstream communities. In India these …
59 SECONDS Richard Wiseman One does not need a ton of money and time to fix things in their life. All you need can be less than a minute and an enthusiasm to follow through all the psychological tips and …
Why in the news? Many international organisations have criticised the sending of Rohingyas from the mainland to Bhasan Char Island by Bangladesh. Who are Rohingyas? The Rohingya are an ethnic group, the majority of whom are Muslim, who have lived …
Why in the news? The Supreme Court has upheld the order of Allahabad High court regarding granting immunity from investigation and prosecution if one declared illegal acquisition or possession of exotic wildlife species between June and December. The recent declaration …