Page-3 of Current Affairs - May, 2021

Public Sector Banks announce new loans

May 31, 2021

Public sector banks (PSBs) have announced support measures and launch of new loan products to mitigate economic impact of Covid-19 pandemic. What are those announcements? PSBs would provide unsecured loans of up to 5 lakh rupees to individuals. Loan can ..

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Indian Navy installed medical ICU on Advanced Light Helicopter

May 31, 2021

Indian Navy has installed a medical ICU (MICU) on Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) at INS Hansa. It will help in boosting its capacity to evacuate critical patients even in unfavourable weather conditions. Highlights Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) installed on-board ALH ..

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NSA commissioned Vessel Sajag

May 31, 2021

National Security Advisor (NSA), Ajit Doval, has commissioned Indian Coast Guard Offshore Patrol Vessel Sajag. It was dedicated nation to safeguard maritime interests. Highlights Offshore Patrol Vessel, Sajag has been constructed by Goa Shipyard Limited, which was commended by NSA ..

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Additional benefits under ESIC & EPFO schemes for dependents of workers

May 31, 2021

Ministry of Labour and Employment has announced additional benefits for workers under ESIC and EPFO schemes for the dependents of workers passing away due to Covid-19 disease. Highlights Additional benefits will help in reducing fear and anxiety of workers about ..

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YUVA – Prime Minister’s Scheme for mentoring young authors

May 29, 2021

Ministry of Education has launched “YUVA- Prime Minister’s Scheme for Mentoring Young Authors”. Highlights YUVA is an Author Mentorship programme which will train young and budding authors aged below 30 years to in order to promote reading, writing and book ..

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Government to discontinue Central Allocation of Remdesivir

May 29, 2021

According to Minister of State for Chemicals and Fertilizers, Shri Mansukh Mandaviya, government has decided to discontinue Central Allocation of Remdesivir to States and directed National Pharmaceuticals Pricing Agency to monitor availability of Remdesivir in India. Highlights Minister highlights, production ..

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