WEF’s “Blueprint to Close the Women’s Health Gap” Report

The World Economic Forum (WEF) has released a report denoting the economic potential of addressing women’s health issues. Titled “Blueprint to Close the Women’s Health Gap,” the report reveals that improving women’s health could contribute an estimated $400 billion to ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

33 Industrial Clusters Join WEF’s Transition Initiative

Recently, thirteen new industrial clusters from various countries have joined the World Economic Forum‘s (WEF) Transitioning Industrial Clusters initiative. This expansion brings the total to 33 clusters across 16 nations, enhancing global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions while promoting ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Chhattisgarh Launches Landless Agricultural Labourer Welfare Scheme

On January 20, 2025, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai inaugurated the ‘Deendayal Upadhyay Bhoomiheen Krishi Majdoor Kalyana Yojana’ in Raipur. This initiative aims to provide financial assistance to over 5.62 lakh landless agricultural labourers, including Baigas and Gunias, with ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Uttar Pradesh’s Unveils Aerospace and Defence Policy 2024

The Uttar Pradesh government has revealed a comprehensive Aerospace and Defence Unit policy aimed at attracting investments and creating employment opportunities. It aims to draw investments and generate jobs over the next five years. This initiative is part of a ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

US Withdrawal from OECD Global Tax Deal

Recently, shortly after taking office, US President Donald Trump issued an executive order withdrawing the United States from the OECD’s global tax deal. This agreement, designed to combat tax avoidance by multinational corporations, has been put on hold. What is ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Indian Army Inaugurates Bailey Bridges Over Shyok River

The Indian Army has recently inaugurated two bailey bridges over the Shyok River in Ladakh. This development enhances connectivity between the Shyok and Nubra valleys. The inauguration took place near Shatse Taknak in the Diskit sub-division of Leh, under the ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: January 23, 2025

31. With reference to the Offshore Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 2002, which of the following statements is/are correct? The 2023 amendments to the Act allow state governments to retain royalties from offshore sand mining. The Act permits private sector ..

National Health Mission Extended

The Union Cabinet recently approved the continuation of the National Health Mission (NHM) for additional 5 years.  It has emerged as a very important force in enhancing public health across India. Launched to address various health challenges, the NHM has ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Link Between Dengue and Climate Change

Recent studies highlight the intricate relationship between climate factors and dengue fever, particularly in India. A collaborative research effort has revealed that specific temperature, rainfall, and humidity conditions during the monsoon season influence dengue transmission rates. This research, led by ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

India’s Snakebite Epidemic

Snakebites pose health crisis in India, claiming approximately 58,000 lives annually. The country is often referred to as the ‘snakebite capital’ of the world. This alarming statistic puts stress on the urgent need for effective prevention and treatment strategies. About ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs