SDGs
“Empowering Tribals, Transforming India” dashboard launched
NITI Ayog has launched the online performance dashboard named as ‘Empowering Tribals, Transforming India’, developed by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. The launch was made by the NITI Ayog CEO during the review meeting with the ministry. Details of the ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2020
India contributed USD 15.46 million to India-UN Development Partnership Fund
India has contributed $15.46 million to the India-UN Development Partnership Fund, in line with the resolve of the country to contribute to the cause of development for the developing nations and also to sort out the priorities regarding the Sustainable ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2020
‘1t.org’ launched during 50th Annual Meeting of WEF
During the 50th World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2020 recently being held at Davos, the World Economic Forum along with its partners launched a platform called 1t.org, to support and conserve 1 trillion trees around the world. The plan ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2020
7th Community Radio Sammelan held in New Delhi
The 7th Community Radio Sammelan7th Community Radio Sammelan was held at Dr. BR Ambedkar Bhawan, New Delhi from 27th to 29th August, 2019. It was organized by Ministry of Information & Broadcasting. The theme of this year’s sammelan was ‘Community ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2019
29 June: National Statistics Day
National Statistics Day is observed every year on 29 June to popularize use of Statistics in everyday life and sensitize public as to how Statistics helps in shaping and framing policies. 2019 is the 13th edition of National Statistics Day. ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2019
SDG Gender Index: India ranked 95
In first-ever SDG Gender Index which measures progress made in achieving gender commitments against internationally set targets, India was ranked 95th out of a total 129 countries. The Index is developed by Equal Measures 2030, a partnership effort of regional ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2019
International Day of Families observed on 15 May
The International Day of Families is observed on 15 May every year. Its annual observance reflects the importance international community acknowledges and attaches to families and roles played by them in development. Key Facts About: The United Nations (UN) recognizes ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019
First International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace observed on April 24
First official ‘International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace’ was observed by United Nations (UN) on April 24, 2019. It was aimed at disseminating advantages of multilateralism and diplomacy for peace by educational and public awareness-raising activities. On this ..