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What is e-FIR system launched by Gujarat Police?

July 23, 2022

Gujarat Government is all set to offer e-FIR service for the crimes like mobile or two-wheeler theft. Taking a step towards digital governance, the “e-FIR system” was launched in State. The e-governance initiatives and e-FIR system has been launched as ..

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National Broadcasting Day 2022

July 23, 2022

On July 23, India celebrates the National Broadcasting Day, with the aim of reminding people regarding the impact of radio on our lives. It marks the establishment of first-ever radio broadcast “All India Radio (AIR)” in India. All India Radio ..

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National Film Awards 2022- Winners

July 23, 2022

Soorarai Pottru won the best feature film award at the 68th National Film Awards. Overall, Soorarai Pottru won three out of four biggest awards while Tanhaji also won major trophies. National Film Awards 2022 Winner List: Best Actor Award was ..

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Indian Antarctic Bill, 2022 – Update (July, 2022)

July 23, 2022

Indian Antarctic Bill, 2022 was passed in Lok Sabha on July 22, 2022. The bill is aimed at broadening the application of domestic laws to research stations that has been established by India in Antarctic region. It is applicable to ..

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India- Bangladesh Agreement on Trans-Border Crimes

July 23, 2022

At 52nd Director General-Level coordination conference, India and Bangladesh agreed to curb trans-border crimes and launch necessary measures for ensuring peace and tranquillity across the border.  The conference was held from July 17 to July 21, 2022 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. ..

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What is Low Temperature Thermal Desalination (LTTD) technology?

July 23, 2022

A Desalination Plant has been developed by National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT), that will convert the saline or saltish seawater into drinking water. This technology has been successfully demonstrated in Lakshadweep islands. Salient Features of the Desalination Plant include: ..

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What is outcome of the NITI Aayog Study on India’s R&D expenditures?

July 23, 2022

As per NITI Aayog’s India Innovation Index 2021,  gross expenditure on research and development (R&D) in India is lowest in the world. India spends USD 43 per capita on R&D. India Innovation Index was recently released by NITI Aayog, providing ..

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What are the key schemes for strengthening Pharmaceuticals Industry of India?

July 23, 2022

On July 21, 2022, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers unveiled three schemes in order to strengthen Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in pharmaceutical sector. Schemes were launched under the banner of ‘Strengthening Pharmaceuticals Industry’ (SPI). SIDBI will act as ..

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What are current trends in India’s GDP growth forecast?

July 23, 2022

Recently, India’s GDP Growth Forecast for current financial year was lowered to 7.2 percent by Morgan Stanley. It marked a reduction by 40 basis points, as compared to last forecast. Growth forecast was lowered in light of a slowdown in ..

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What is the key agenda of 13th Petersburg Climate Dialogue’ 2022?

July 23, 2022

The 13th Petersburg Climate Dialogue was held on July 19th and 20th, 2022 in Berlin, Germany. It was chaired by Germany and Egypt, which are also hosting the 2022 annual climate meet (COP-27). During the informal ministerial meeting, countries agreed ..

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