High Level Committee under Chairmanship of Union Home Minister, Shri Amit Shah has approved Rs. 1,043.23 crore of additional Central assistance to two States
High Level Committee under Chairmanship of Union Home
Minister, Shri Amit Shah has approved Rs. 1,043.23 crore of additional Central
assistance to two States
Rajasthan and Nagaland to get funds for drought that occurred during 2021-22
The High Level Committee (HLC) under the Chairmanship of the
Union Home Minister, Shri Amit Shah, has approved additional Central assistance
under the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) to two States, which were
affected by drought during 2021-22.
Why is it
in news?
The HLC approved additional central assistance of Rs.
1,043.23 crore to two States from the NDRF:
Rs 1,003.95 crore to Rajasthan
Rs 39.28 crore to Nagaland
Highlights
This
additional assistance is over and above the funds released by the Centre to the
States in the State Disaster Response Funds (SDRF), already placed at the
disposal of the States. During Financial Year 2021-22, the Central Government
has released Rs. 17,747.20 Crores to 28 States in their SDRF and Rs.7,342.30 Crore
to 11 States from the NDRF.
Draft Guidelines for Operationalization of Ro-Ro and Ro-Pax ferry service along the coast of India issued for Stakeholder Consultation
Draft Guidelines for Operationalization of Ro-Ro and Ro-Pax
ferry service along the coast of India issued for Stakeholder Consultation
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and
Waterways (MoPSW), under its Sagarmala Programme, has embarked on developing an
ecosystem for promotion of Ro-Ro (Roll-on, Roll-off) ferry and waterway
transportation in the country.
Why is it in news?
This mode of transportation
has multiple benefits including reduced travel time, reduced logistics cost and
lower pollution in comparison to conventional mode of transportation.
Highlights
· In view of immense
potential and distinct advantages of ferry service, Ministry is financially
supporting 45 projects with total project cost of Rs. 1900 Crore. Under the
gambit of Sagarmala, Ministry has operationalized Ro-Pax Ferry service between
Ghogha - Hazira in Gujarat and Mumbai - Mandwa in Maharashtra.
· These services have
transported more than 7 lakh passengers and 1.5 lakh vehicles, contributing
towards clean environment and public welfare.
· In view of success of these
projects and high demand and potential, additional projects are planned at
Pipavav and Muldwarka in Gujarat and Ghodbunder, Veldur, Vasai, Kashid,
Rewas, Manori and JN Port etc. in Maharashtra. In
addition to above, Ministry is supporting 4 projects in Andhra Pradesh, 2
projects in Odisha and 1 each in Tamil Nadu and Goa.
· The Ministry has prepared
draft of “Guidelines for Operationalization of Ro-Ro and Ro-Pax ferry service
along the coast of India” after incorporating the preliminary inputs received
from the stakeholders. The guidelines encompass the two aspects of ferry
operation namely; concessions for terminal operation and license for
operation of Ro-Pax vessels.
· These guidelines will
homogenize and streamline the development and operations of ferry services,
along with, promoting ease of doing business by eliminating unnecessary delays,
disagreements and introducing digital interventions at customer interface. They
will also help State/UT Governments and Port Authorities in implementation of
such projects by standardization of procedures. Further, it will help in
instilling confidence among the private players thereby increasing their
participation and promoting healthy competition in such projects.
·
The
Ministry intends to seek feedback and suggestions on the draft guidelines for
operationalization of Ro-Ro and Ro-Pax ferry service along the coast of India
from all stakeholders.
Fourth batch of ‘Bird Identification and Basic Ornithology’ course completed
Fourth batch of ‘Bird
Identification and Basic Ornithology’ course completed
GSDP- a Pan India
initiative by MoEF&CC
GSDP-an opportunity for environment contribution and securing employment
Ministry of Environment, Forest
& Climate Change (MoEF&CC), in line with the Skill India Mission of the
Prime Minister, has taken forward the initiative for skill development in the
environment and forest sector to enable India's youth to get gainful employment
under the Green Skill Development Programme (GSDP).
Why is it in news?
The programme endeavors to develop
green skilled workers having technical knowledge and commitment to sustainable
development for the attainment of the Nationally Determined Contributions
(NDCs), Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), National Biodiversity Targets
(NBTs), as well as Waste Management Rules (2016).
Highlights
In the current financial year, i.e.
2022-2023, WWF ENVIS RP has conducted four batches of the GSDP Certificate
Course in “Bird Identification and Basic Ornithology”. The
course gave an opportunity to students from across the country to gain an
exposure about various aspects of ornithology. 30% of the students who attended
the courses have been already placed in relevant sectors. The course is free of
cost and fully funded by MoEF&CC.
Yoga consists of several breathing exercises which have many health benefits: PM
Yoga consists of several
breathing exercises which have many health benefits: PM
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra
Modi has said that apart from Asanas, Yoga also consists of several breathing
exercises which have many health benefits. Shri Modi has also shared a video
which includes details about yoga exercises.
The Prime Minister tweeted;
“Apart from Asanas, Yoga also
consists of several breathing exercises which have many health benefits. This
video includes details about these exercises.”
High Level Committee under Chairmanship of Union Home Minister, Shri Amit Shah has approved Rs. 1,043.23 crore of additional Central assistance to two States
High Level Committee under Chairmanship of Union Home
Minister, Shri Amit Shah has approved Rs. 1,043.23 crore of additional Central
assistance to two States
Rajasthan and Nagaland to get funds for drought that occurred during 2021-22
The High Level Committee (HLC) under the Chairmanship of the
Union Home Minister, Shri Amit Shah, has approved additional Central assistance
under the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) to two States, which were
affected by drought during 2021-22.
Why is it
in news?
The HLC approved additional central assistance of Rs.
1,043.23 crore to two States from the NDRF:
Rs 1,003.95 crore to Rajasthan
Rs 39.28 crore to Nagaland
Highlights
This
additional assistance is over and above the funds released by the Centre to the
States in the State Disaster Response Funds (SDRF), already placed at the
disposal of the States. During Financial Year 2021-22, the Central Government
has released Rs. 17,747.20 Crores to 28 States in their SDRF and Rs.7,342.30 Crore
to 11 States from the NDRF.