National Current Affairs

DCI and Cochin Shipyard joins hand to build country’s first indigenous dredger

In a step towards local manufacturing of dredgers, the Dredging Corporation of India (DCI) and Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) signed an agreement to build the first indigenous dredger. The vessel will cost around Rs 920 crore. This vessel will be completed within 34 months from today. Dredging is key to ensure that the coastal and […]

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The 17th Annual Conference on ‘Road Development in India’

Nitin Gadkari has addressed the 17th Annual Conference on ‘Road Development in India’. During his address, he emphasized on reduction of cement and steel by using different waste materials like waste rubber and plastic in road construction. He also emphasized on Road safety and said more efforts are needed in this area from all the stakeholders. He

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Union Minister Nitin Gadkari inaugurates India’s first Green Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) Toyota Mirai

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday launched India’s first green hydrogen-based advanced fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV), Toyota Mirai, and said this is the first-of-its-kind project in India that aims to create an ecosystem for such vehicles in the country. Toyota Mirai is India’s first Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV), which is completely powered by Hydrogen.

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India’s Maternal Mortality Ratio improved to 103 in 2017-19

The maternal mortality ratio (MMR) in India showed significant improvement at 103 for the period 2017-19, according to the official data released by the Registrar General of India on March 14, 2022. India’s Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) has dropped by 10 points, which is a notable achievement. From 113 in 2016-18 to 103 in 2017-19, this ratio has decreased,

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Indian Railways’ First Gati Shakti Cargo Terminal commissioned in Asansol Division of Eastern Railway

In pursuance of the Prime Minister’s vision “Gati Shakti” and Ministry of Railways’ policy regarding ‘Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal’ (GCT), the Asansol Division of Indian Railways has successfully commissioned private siding of Maithan Power Limited at Thaparnagar, Jharkhand, informed the Ministry of Railways. This is the first Gati Shakti Multi Modal Cargo Terminal (GCT)

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India’s first medical city ‘Indrayani Medicity’ to come up in Pune

Maharashtra govt has announced to set up India’s first medical city titled as ‘Indrayani Medicity’ in Pune, to provide all kinds of specialized treatment under one roof It will come up in 300-acre of land area in the Khed taluka of Pune. It is estimated to attract investment worth Rs. 10,000 crores. Indrayani Medicity will have hospitals, medical research centre, pharmaceutical manufacturing,

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Cabinet Approves formation of National Land Monetisation Corporation (NLMC)

Cabinet has approved National Land Monetisation Corporation (NLMC) formation. Aim: to handle the sale of surplus land and buildings of the government, its agencies, and Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs). NLMC: It will be a wholly-owned central government entity. Initial authorised share capital: Rs 5,000 crore. Paid-up share capital: Rs 150 crore. It will be a lean organisation with minimal

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India’s first fully women-owned industrial park becomes operational

India’s first 100 per cent women-owned industrial park began operations in Hyderabad. Promoted by the FICCI Ladies Organisation (FLO) in partnership with the State government, the park has 25 units, representing 16 diverse green category industries, all owned and operated by women. Industrial park is promoted by FICCI Ladies Organisation (FLO) in partnership with the state government

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GeM launches ‘Stitching and Tailoring Services’ in partnership with USHA

Government eMarketplace (GeM) has launched Stitching and Tailoring Services on the GeM portal in partnership with USHA International through its Silai School Programme It will open new opportunities for Usha Silai Women and self-help groups to enhance their livelihood incomes through sewing orders placed by various Govt depts and agencies Under this initiative, GeM will collaborate with USHA Silai School in

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AIM, NITI Aayog joins hands with Snap Inc to drive AR skilling

Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog has announced its partnership with Snap Inc. to drive Augmented Reality (AR) skilling among the Indian youth. The partnership is initially for 2 years and is expected to train over 12,000 teachers affiliated with Atal Tinkering Labs on Augmented Reality, enabling the reach of the program to millions of students affiliated with ATL’s network of schools.

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