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PM lauds the efforts of tiger conservationists

PM lauds the efforts of tiger conservationists

Why is it in news?

PM lauds the efforts of tiger conservationists on the occasion of International Tiger Day on 29th July, 2022.

Highlights
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has lauded the efforts of tiger conservationists on the occasion of International Tiger Day 

The Prime Minister tweeted;

“On International Tiger Day, I laud all those who are actively working to protect the tiger. It would make you proud that India has 52 tiger reserves covering over 75,000 sq. km. Innovative measures are being undertaken to involve local communities in tiger protection.”

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One Rank One Pension Scheme

One Rank One Pension Scheme

Why is it in news?
The Government has implemented One Rank One Pension (OROP) and tables for fixation of pension were issued.

Highlights

·        Hon’ble Supreme Court vide its order dated 16.03.2022 directed that in terms of the communication dated 7th November 2015, a re-fixation exercise shall be carried out from 1st July 2019, upon the expiry of five years.

·        Revision of pension under OROP with effect from 01.07.2019 is under process.


Upgrading Capabilities of Soldiers/Officers in Defence Forces

Upgrading Capabilities of Soldiers/Officers in Defence Forces

Why is it in news?

The Government has taken measures to de-stress and upgrade the capabilities of the soldiers and officers serving in the Army, Navy and Air Force.

Highlights

A number of provisions are undertaken to de-stress and upgrade the capabilities of soldiers and officers serving in the Army, Navy and Air Force as specified below:

·        The training schedule for the soldiers and officers, apart from the pre-commissioning for officers, is conducted as per a well-planned schedule. The schedule gradually exposes the trainees to progressive levels of stress. It helps them to undertake various responsibilities in the future in an efficient manner.

·        The major training and administrative events are planned annually. It helps ensure stability and predictability concerning the commitments of personnel.

·        Regular interaction, monitoring & screening of personnel by means of formal & informal Station level

·        Mechanism for redressal of grievances interaction during routine activities, interviews and Sainik sammelans at Unit, Formation and Formation and Station levels

·        Provision of psychological counsellors and medical facilities for personnel in need