Page-20 of Current Affairs - September, 2021
Earthshot Prize: Two Indian Projects to get the Prize
On September 17, 2021 two Indian Projects have been selected to get the Environment Prize. Key Points One of the selected projects is- Solar-Powered Ironing Cart project that has been designed by a 14-year-old Tamil Nadu schoolgirl. Second project is- ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2021
PEDA inks pact with CESL for EV charging stations
Punjab Energy Development Agency (PEDA) signed an Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL) for installing public charging station for electric vehicles in Punjab. Key points CESL is a subsidiary of Energy Efficiency Services Ltd. (EESL). ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2021
World Bank Group to stop publishing ‘Doing Business’ report
The World Bank Group has decided to stop publishing its “Doing Business report on country investment climates” because of allegations of irregularities. Highlights This decision was taken in the backdrop of probe of data irregularities allegedly because the pressure by ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2021
Sero Survey: 90% of people in Mumbai have COVID-19 antibodies
A new sero survey was conducted in between August 12 to September 9, 2021 in the anticipation of a third wave of covid-19 infection. This is the firth sero survey by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation. Highlights This study was conducted ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2021
Hungary: Statue of Bitcoin founder Satoshi Nakamoto unveiled
Hungary has unveiled the statue of Bitcoin founder Satoshi Nakamoto on September 16, 202. Highlights The imposing bronze statue was unveiled in Hungary’s capital, Budapest. This is the first such statue across the world to pay homage to the creator ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2021
September 17: World Patient Safety Day
The World Patient Safety Day was marked worldwide on September 17, 2021 in order to raise global awareness regarding the patient safety. Key Points The day also seeks to encourage individuals in order to demonstrate their commitment of making healthcare ..