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What are the amendments proposed in Maharashtra’s Shakti Bill?
On December 22, 2021, Maharashtra State Home Minister, Dilip Walse Patil presented a report on Shakti Bill in the State Assembly. Highlights Report was prepared by a joint committee, which held 13 meetings. Committee submitted the amendments to the original ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2021
Maharashtra: Dogs affected by ‘Canine parvovirus’
In November 2021, around 2,000 pet and stray dogs in Amravati city were affected by canine parvovirus. Veterinarians also cautioned pet owners against a severe outbreak. About Canine Parvovirus It is a highly contagious viral disease, which can be life-threatening ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2021
UNICEF climate change curriculum in Maharashtra schools
Maharashtra Government is in process to introduce a comprehensive curriculum for Grades I-VIII, in a bid to inculcate climate-consciousness and green values in the next generation. Key Facts This new curriculum has been developed by the Department of Environment and ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2021
Maharashtra has maximum beneficiaries under Atmanirbhar Bharat Rojgar Yojana
As per Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Rameshwar Teli, funds disbursed under Atmanirbhar Bharat Rojgar Yojana (ABRY) amounts to 11 percent of Rs 2612 crores of Rs 22810, which was targeted to be spent till March 31, 2024. ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2021
India-ADB sign loan to expand Rural Connectivity in Maharashtra
Indian government and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) signed a 300-million-dollar loan on September 8, 2021 to expand rural connectivity in Maharashtra. Highlights Loan agreement was signed as additional financing in order to scale up improvement of rural connectivity. Additional ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2021
Maharashtra govt launched Special Programme for Widows
Maharashtra government launched a special mission called “Mission Vatsalya” in order to help women who lost their husbands to COVID-19. Highlights Mission Vatsalya will provide several services and some 18 benefits under one roof to those women. It been designed ..