Context Recently, WHO and UNICEF had released its estimates for ‘National immunization coverage for 2022’. The World Health Organization (WHO) has mentioned that the coverage rate for DPT3, the third dose of diphtheria, pertussis and tetanus vaccines, in India rose to an all-time of 93% in 2022, Read More …
Day: July 19, 2023
GM mustard disregarding science: SC
Context A determined battle by environmentalists in the Supreme Court of India against Genetically modified (GM) herbicide-tolerant (HT) mustard is all that stands between GM food and Indian farmers and consumers. Rather than engaging with constitutional issues involving public health, environmental protection and agricultural Read More …
National Multidimensional Poverty Index: A progress of Review 2023′
Context: National Multidimensional Poverty Index: A progress of Review 2023′ — was released by Niti Aayog. About National Multidimensional Poverty Index: The National MPI measures simultaneous deprivations across the three equally weighted dimensions of: Health: Nutrition, Maternal Health and Child and Adolescent Mortality Education: Years Read More …
Rules for appointment in judiciary can be changed
Context Recently, the Supreme Court (SC) has reserved its verdict on whether “the rules of the game” for appointment to various posts in the judiciary can be changed mid-way through the selection process. Background According to the procedure prescribed under the Kerala State Higher Read More …
INDIA-UAE Relations
Context– Recently, India-UAE signed a Rupee-Dirham deal during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit. Significance for India Deal between Central Banks: The Central Bank of the UAE and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) decided to move on with the expansion of their economic cooperation. Local Currency Settlement System: The LCSS agreement Read More …
Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)
Context: The United Kingdom formally signed a treaty to join a major Indo-Pacific bloc —‘Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership(CPTPP)’ About CPTPP: The CPTPP requires countries to eliminate or significantly reduce tariffs and make strong commitments to opening services and investment Read More …
International North South Trade Corridor (INSTC)
Context: India and Iran plan to step up operationalizing the International North South Trade Corridor (INSTC) in a move to boost trade with Russia. (Image Credits: The Hindu) About International North South Trade Corridor: The INSTC was initiated in 2000 by Russia, India and Iran, Read More …
Attack on Crimea Bridge
Context: Recently, the Crimea bridge suffered damage when one of its sections was blown up. About Crimea Bridge: The Kerch Bridge, also known as Crimea Bridge, is the only direct link between the transport network of Russia Read More …
Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2022
Context: Recently, the NITI Aayog released the third edition of the report titled ‘Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2022’ for States/UTs. About Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2022: It is a comprehensive tool that measures the export preparedness of the States and UTs in India. Aim: Read More …
Standing Committee on Statistics (SCoS)
Context: The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has replaced the Standing Committee on Economic Statistics (SCES) with a Standing Committee on Statistics (SCoS). Background: About SCES: The SCES was formed in late 2019 to examine economic indicators related to the industrial sector, services sector, and labor Read More …