Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme

Amidst growing global concerns about deforestation and the illicit trade in timber, the Indian government has introduced its own national forest certification scheme. This initiative, known as the Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme (IFWCS), aims to validate entities committed ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Environment Current Affairs • India Nation & States Current Affairs

Kakrapar Atomic Power Project Unit 4 Attains Criticality

In a significant achievement, Unit 4 of the Kakrapar Atomic Power Project (KAPP 4 – 700 MW) achieved the criticality milestone on December 17, 2023. This marks the commencement of a controlled fission chain reaction, a crucial step in the ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

National Startup Advisory Council (NSAC)

As the two-year term of the National Startup Advisory Council (NSAC) concludes, the Central Government has nominated non-official members representing diverse stakeholders. This move, in accordance with the Gazette notification, marks a significant step in ensuring continued expertise and guidance ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Industrial Corridor Development Programme (Subprogramme 2)

On December 15, 2023, the Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) solidified their partnership by signing a $250 million policy-based loan. This financial support, part of the Industrial Corridor Development Programme (Subprogramme 2), aims to bolster industrial ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

India and ADB Sign $250 Million Agreement for Delhi-Meerut RRTS Corridor

On December 15, 2023, the Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) joined hands, signing a significant agreement for a 37 billion Japanese Yen ($250 million) loan. This funding will continue to support the construction of the 82-kilometer ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

National Geoscience Data Repository (NGDR) Portal Launch

The Ministry of Mines is set to unveil the National Geoscience Data Repository (NGDR) Portal on December 19, 2023, in a grand ceremony in New Delhi. This initiative aims to provide a comprehensive online platform for accessing, sharing, and analyzing ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs