Tag: Government Policies & Interventions

In News Recently, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Law and Justice has recommended substantial changes to the Mediation Bill. The Mediation Bill is meant for institutionalisation of mediation and establishment of the Mediation Council of India. Panel recommendation  The panel cautioned against making pre-litigation mediation compulsory and warned the Centre against the provision to give […]

In News Recently, the COVID-19 pandemic has once again renewed interest among scientists and policy makers for building an integrated approach such as One Health.  About One Health It is an approach to design and implement programmes, policies, legislation and research in which multiple sectors communicate and work together to achieve better public health outcomes. […]

In News  India’s Central Bureau of Investigation has joined the Interpol’s International Child Sexual Exploitation (ICSE) initiative . About International Child Sexual Exploitation database The ICSE database uses video and image comparison to analyse Child Sex Exploitation Material (CSEM) and make connections between victims, abusers and places.  The database avoids duplication of effort and saves […]

In News Recently, the Union government has proposed the New Drugs, Medical Devices and Cosmetics Bill, 2022. Major provisions of the Bill Regulation: It seeks to regulate e-pharmacies and medical devices and provides for penalties including imprisonment for failing to pay compensation for injury or death during clinical trials for both drugs and medical devices. […]

In News Recently, at a meeting between the Prime Minister and state chief secretaries all state governments have agreed to support the Gati Shakti scheme. Major highlights of the meeting Participation: All key Central ministries were already part of it and now state governments have also given their consent to support it. Detailed project report […]

In News Recently, the Women and Child Development Ministry released guidelines in order to access Central funds and benefits under Mission Vatsalya.  About Mission Vatsalya  It is an umbrella scheme for child protection services in the country. The objective of Mission Vatsalya is to secure a healthy and happy childhood for each and every child […]

In News Recently, the Finance ministry released the fourth instalment of revenue deficit grant of Rs 7,183 crore to 14 states for the current fiscal. Key points Total Post Devolution Revenue Deficit Grant: The Fifteenth Finance Commission has recommended a total Post Devolution Revenue Deficit Grant of Rs. 86,201 crore to 14 States for the […]

In News Recently, the Government of India came up with a first-ever state ranking index under the National Food Security Act (NFSA).  About the Index Purpose: The index was released to capture the implementation of the Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS) under the National Food Security Act (NFSA). Data: This ranking is generated by data […]

In News Recently, the Prime Minister inaugurated “Digital India Week 2022” and a Digital Expo at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar. About Digital India Year: Launched in 2015. It is a Rs 1,13,000-crore flagship programme of the Government of India. Vision: To transform India into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy. Vision Areas: Digital Infrastructure […]