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“Ukraine Applies For EU Membership Under Special Circumstances”-Read On…

Pooja YadavMarch 3, 20220

President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, recently asked European Union (EU) to permit Ukraine to right away become a member, under a special procedure. Key Points Following the request, President of European Council Charles Michel noted that, the council will need to “seriously study Ukraine’s request for EU membership”. Ukraine has filed the membership application because it defends against Russian invasion. The European bloc has also decided to send USD 450 million in military aid to Ukraine, other than humanitarian support. Ceasefire Talks Officials from Russia and Ukraine met at the Belarusian border for ceasefire talks. While, Western countries are constantlycoming together to further weaken and isolate Russia economically and diplomatically as well. Military of Ukrain...

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“Union Minister Presents ICT Awards”-Know More…

Pooja YadavMarch 3, 20220

the Union Minister of State for Education, Annpurna Devi, presented the National Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Awards 2022 on 1st march 2022. the Award was supposed to be presented to 49 teachers across India. Brief: On the occasion, minister of state for education observed that, National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 emphasizes on extensive use of technology in teaching and learning processes, increasing access for DIVYANG students and removing language barriers, together with educational planning and management. She also congratulated all the teachers who were awarded for his or her efforts and innovation within the field of education and promoting technology outreach in their schools even during COVID-19 pandemic. Significance of the award Recognition

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“NITI Aayog Lowers Logistics Cost By ULIP”-Know About ULIP…

Pooja YadavMarch 3, 20220

According to NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant, the logistics cost is lowered down by leveraging the Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP). The logistic cost is currently at 13-14% of GDP. Highlights It may be brought down by bringing all mode of transportation under single window by connecting all logistics stakeholders from ministries, enterprises and associations. ULIP are a serious game changer for Indian logistics landscape by assisting just-in-time inventory management, identification of cheaper logistic modes eliminating tedious documentation process, cargo movement monitoring, and improving international competitiveness. National Logistics Portal (NLP) is prepared to be integrated with ULIP, so as to form the multi-modal logistics ecosystem more efficient. Backgrou

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“GOES-T Satellite Launched By NOAA”-Know Some Facts…

Pooja YadavMarch 3, 20220

On March 1, the GOES-T satellite was commenced space on a United Launch Alliance (ULA) Atlas V rocket from Florida’s promontory Space Force Station. GOES-T is that the latest spacecraft within the USD 11.7 billion Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite (GOES)-R series launched by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The satellite is on its thanks to geosynchronous orbit, approximately 35,900 kilometres above Earth. After having reached geosynchronous orbit, it'll be renamed as GOES-18. Then, it'll start a lengthy commissioning period. It will be initially placed around 89.5 degrees west longitude, which is that the central us, where it'll commence post-launch testing for the subsequent few months. In May, it'll be placed approximately 137 deg...

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“Ashneer Grover Resigns”-Know Some Facts…

Pooja YadavMarch 3, 20220

Co-founder and decision maker of BharatPe, Ashneer Grover, resigned from company, days after BharatPe terminated the services of his wife and head of controls, Madhuri Jain Grover, over alleged financial irregularities. Highlights Following the resignation of Ashneer Grover, company noted to reserves the proper to require action on the idea of report findings. Ashneer Grover resigned, after he received the agenda for upcoming meeting that included submission of PWC report on his conduct and considering actions supported it. BharatPe has been conducting a governance review. it's roped in risk advisory firm Alvarez and Marsal, business firm PwC and house Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas and Co, in a very bid to probe alleged funds misappropriation and company governance issues un...

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Centre Launches E-Billing System To Simplify Business Practices

Pooja YadavMarch 2, 20220

Union minister of finance Nirmala Sitharaman will launch the electronic bill (e-Bill) processing system under the Digital India eco-system and easy doing business. This e-governance initiative was announced within the Budget 2022-23 by Sitharaman. Across all departments and central ministries, the e- Bill system is implemented. Implementing this technique will help in enhancing efficiency, transparency, and a paperless-faceless payment system. Through this technique, contractors and suppliers can submit their claims online and it'll be trackable on a real-time basis. The launch of this electronic bill (e-Bill) processing system will happen in the capital of India as a part of the 46th Civil Accounts Day celebrations. About Electronic Billing Electronic billing also refe...

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Turkey Cuts Off Russian Warship Passage Through Bosphorus Strait; Know Its Strategic Importance

Pooja YadavMarch 2, 20220

Russia has abstained from sending four of its warships through the Bosphorus strait following Turkey's request. Ankara has closed the Bosphorus and Dardanelles straits under the 1936 Montreux Convention pact. The Montreux Convention is a world treaty that avails Turkey’s Bosporus and Dardanelles straits connecting the Black and Mediterranean Seas. The country can obstruct the passage of warships. It was signed on July 20, 1936, within the Montreux Palace in Switzerland, and took effect on November 9, 1936. This convention was signed to deal with the long-running straits questions of who should manage the strategically important route between the Black and Mediterranean Seas. During peacetime, it grants full freedom of passage for all civilian vessels and allows Turkey to limit...

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UP Assembly Elections: Samajwadi Party Accuses BJP Over Attack On Swamy Prasad Maurya

Snehashish RoyMarch 2, 20220

Amid the ongoing tussle between the ruling BJP and Opposition Samajwadi Party (SP) in Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, former MP Swami Prasad Maurya accused the saffron party of a recent attack on his convoy. SP shared a video on Twitter and claimed that the attack was pre-meditated and that the BJP was involved in it. वीडियो प्रमाण है किस प्रकार से सत्ता के संरक्षण में BJP के गुंडों ने यूपी के वरिष्ठ राजनेता, सपा के फाजिलनगर से प्रत्याशी श्री स्वामी प्रसाद मौर्य जी पर सुनियोजित ढंग से हमला किया। हार की हताशा में पत्थरबाजी करने वालों को जनता देगी जवाब। हर एक वोट BJP के खिलाफ, हर बूथ पर BJP साफ! pic.twitter.com/J6GQDedLhw — Samajwadi Party (@samajwadiparty) March 2, 2022 “The video is proof how BJP goons under the ruling party’s protection planned and attacked senior UP polit...

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Russia-Ukraine Crisis: Indian-Origin Politician Backs Putin’s Move; Learn More About Him

Snehashish RoyMarch 2, 20220

Amid Russian military expansion inside Ukraine, an Indian-origin member of President Vladimir Putin's party Abhay Singh has come forward in support of the military action. He compared it with 'India's surgical strike'. In a recent interview with a leading Hindi news channel, Singh defended the Russian military action and refrained from calling it a war. He said the Russian troops are only targeting military camps in Ukraine. "If the military enters a supermarket and then attacks Russian soldiers, then we will have to reply," Singh said regarding attacks on Ukrainian supermarkets and residential places. Indian-Origin Russian Politician: A Brief Abhay Singh holds a position as a deputat, similar to an MLA in India, from western Russia's Kursk city. Reports suggest, Singh is am...

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Ukraine Invasion: Russian Troops Lack Morale, Dropping Weapons Without Fight, Say Reports

Snehashish RoyMarch 2, 20220

Russian troops heading towards Kyiv amid the military operation to invade Ukraine are now showing an immense lack of morale. They are sabotaging their vehicles to avoid combat. According to a New York Times report, an official from Pentagon said many of the Russian troops are young with no proper training. The official also said these young fighters were not informed earlier about the location of combat. They are giving up their arms without a fight. The report said that the assessment was presumably made by statements from the captured Russian soldiers. They said the military is suffering a severe lack of resources and food. Therefore, the 40-mile Russian convoy is now seen squirming towards Kyiv. Since the launch of attacks, Pentagon said, the Russian military is now display

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Ukraine Invasion: How Far Can Putin Go With His Nuclear Forces?

Snehashish RoyMarch 1, 20220

The recent statement made by the Russian President Vladimir Putin has let every world leader keyed up amid the ongoing attacks on Ukraine. Putin ordered his defense minister to line up the "deterrence forces" into special combat mode. “I order the defense minister and the chief of the general staff of the Russian armed forces to put the deterrence forces of the Russian army into a special mode of combat service,” the Russian President said in an address. Putin's command indicates rather violent combat with  Ukraine and its western allies. World leaders are concerned with the possible intensification of an already riled up situation. According to a senior US defense official, Putin's manifestation of Russia's nuclear might was  “not only an unnecessary step for him to take but ...

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Keen On Rolling Out Aadhaar Cards For Sex Workers: UIDAI To SC

Sonia SolankiMarch 1, 20220

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has informed the Supreme Court that it is keen to give out Aadhaar Cards to sex workers.  They need to have a certificate from the health department of states or from the National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO). UIDAI said that no residence proof or identity proof will be mandatory for such sex workers. The bench of Justices L Nageswara Rao and B R Gavai was hearing the petition on the lack of food security for sex workers across the nation, especially during the pandemic. Representing the UIDAI,  advocate Zoheb Hossain informed that certain sections of society even though not having any identification did not lack any access to the basic right of food and other facilities. Court's Observations The Supreme Court inquired...

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