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Ministry of Commerce & Industry
“Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code , 2016 a “gamechanger reform”: Shri Piyush Goyal
India’s rank in ‘Resolving Insolvency’ indicator in World Bank’s Ease of Doing Business Report sees a meteoric rise of 84 places, says Shri Goyal
IBC an effective deterrent against unscrupulous borrowers: Shri Goyal
Minister addresses 5th Foundation Day of Indian Institute of Insolvency Professionals of ICAI
The Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Consumer Affairs & Food & Public Distribution and Textiles, Shri Piyush Goyal has termed the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code , 2016 as a “gamechanger reform” that has been the most successful law in insolvency resolution in the country. Addressing the 5th Foundation Day function of the Indian Institute of Insolvency Professionals of ICAI  here today, he hoped the faster Insolvency Resolution enabled by the IBC will eventually pave the way for banks to bring down the ‘Cost of Credit’.
“Since the enactment of IBC, India’s rank in ‘Resolving Insolvency’ indicator in World Bank’s Ease of Doing Business Report has seen a meteoric rise of 84 places! Our recovery rate has also dramatically improved from 26  to 71.6 ,” he said.
Shri Goyal said the IBC has brought about a marked shift in attitudes of lenders & borrowers, acting as an effective deterrent against unscrupulous borrowers and imparted banks the tool to follow due diligence and confidence about recovery.
The Minister said, in view of the Covid crisis, the Government suspended the IBC for a year, from March, 200 to March, 2021. “This helped India bounce back much faster. The economy is doing well and five years down the line the outlook looks very, very bright.”
Shri Goyal said the IIIPI members are serving the nation’s interest by saving businesses and entrepreneurship in the country. “This has a big impact on ‘Saving Jobs and Reviving companies’ and by creating new banking opportunities.”
Stating that the IIIPI being the largest body of such professionals in the country, it has a fiduciary duty cast on its members and has a three-pronged roles to play, - legislative, executive and quasi-judicial. The Minister listed out five guiding principles for Insolvency professionals, - Integrity, Objectivity, Competency, Confidentiality and Transparency. He called upon the CAs to use technology in resolution of bad loans, look at new innovative ideas and set benchmarks.
Ministry of Mines
Cabinet approves MoU between India and Morocco in the field of Mining and Geology
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi hasgiven its ex post facto approval to the signing of MoU between India and Morocco in the field of mining and geology. The agreement was signed on 11.4.2018 in New Delhi between the Moroccan Ministry of Energy, Mines and Sustainable development and the Ministry of Mines, Govt. of India.
The MoU will provide an institutional mechanism between India and Morocco for cooperation in the field of geology and mining. This cooperation will be mutually beneficial on economic, social and environmental fields in both countries.
The MoU aims to strengthen cooperation between India and Morocco in the field of mining and geology. The activities involved in the cooperation viz. development of geological infrastructure, promotion of mining and geology, training programs and establishment of geological data bank would serve the objective of innovation.
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Prime Minister's Office
It makes every Indian proud to see the bust of Mahatma Gandhi at the UN HQ: PM
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has said that it makes every Indian proud to see the bust of Mahatma Gandhi at the United Nations HeadQuarter.
In response to a tweet by Secretary-General of the United Nations, António Guterres, the Prime Minister said;
"It makes every Indian proud to see the bust of Mahatma Gandhi at the @UN HQ. May the Gandhian thoughts and ideals make our planet more prosperous and further sustainable development."
Ministry of Finance
Government of India and European Investment Bank sign finance contract for second tranche of Euro 150 million for Pune Metro Rail project
The Government of India  and European Investment Bank  here today signed the finance contract for second tranche of Euro 150 million for Pune Metro Rail project through a virtual signing ceremony. The signing ceremony was held in the presence of H.E. Mr. Francisco Andre, Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, Portugal and H.E. Mr. Werner Hoyer, President EIB. Shri K. Rajaraman, Additional Secretary, Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance, signed the loan on behalf of Government of India and Mr. Christian Kettel Thomsen, Vice-President, signed the loan on behalf of EIB.
EIB had approved the total loan of Euro 600 million to fund the Pune Metro Rail project. The Finance Contract for first tranche of Euro 200 million was signed between GoI and EIB on 22.7.2019. The project aims to provide efficient, safe, economic and pollution-free Mass Rapid Transit System in densely populated area in the city of Pune served with heterogeneous traffic options.
The financing from EIB will help to fund construction and operation of Corridor 1  - Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation  to Swargate and Corridor 2  –Vanaz  to Ramvadi, totaling about 31.25 kilometers  and related purchase of a related fleet of metro cars. Further, the project will serve large population which consisting working class in providing urban mobility for their livelihood. The Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Ltd.  is the implementing agency for this project.
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Shipping Minister Shri Sonowal inaugurates Valiyazhikkal Lighthouse in Kerala
Union Minister for Ports, Shipping & Waterways and AYUSH Shri SarbanandaSonowal inaugurated a new Lighthouse at Valiyazhikkal in Alappuzha district of Kerala in the presence of Alappuzha MP, Haripad MLA and senior officers today.
After obtaining the Coastal Regulatory Zone  clearance and other statutory clearance, the 41.26 metre height pentagonal RCC tower with elevator and allied buildings have been constructed and the lighthouse is currently on trial run since 03.06.2021.
Shri Sonowal stated in his address that the Govt has approved development of 75 lighthouses for tourism as a part of the 75thAzaadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav and Valiyazhikkal lighthouse is one of them. 11 other Lighthouses in Kerala have been earmarked for development of Tourism.
Construction of the lighthouse will immensely benefit the mariners plying in this Kerala region and the local fishermen will benefit for Day mark in day time and Safe return in Night time from the sea.
The location at Valiyazhikkal beach shall be a tourist destination and endorse the tourism activity in the area by providing scenic view of the sea to the tourists and thereby generate job and economical benefits for the locals.
Ministry of Civil Aviation
35 DGCA APPROVED FTOs IN INDIA OPERATING AT 53 BASES
15% OF PILOTS IN INDIA ARE WOMEN WHICH IS ALMOST THREE TIMES THE GLOBAL AVERAGE
Currently, there are 67 Foreign Aircrew Temporary Authorization  holders in India. List of operator-wise FATA holders is at Annexure.
As per data received from various Indian scheduled airlines, a total of 244 pilots have been recruited in the year 2021.
As per Industry projections there may be a need for 1000 pilots per annum in India over the next five years. The annual requirement of commercial pilots depends upon various factors such as financial health of an airline, airline expansion plan and growth in the aviation sector.
As on 01.03.2023, a total of 15,896 regular officials are employed in Airports Authority of India  posted across various airports/stations. All AAI employees are Indian nationals.
As per Directorate General of Civil Aviation , there are approximately 10,000 pilots including 67 foreign nationals employed with various airlines of India.
There are 35 DGCA approved FTOs in India operating at 53 bases.
Currently, there is no special programme in the Government to encourage pilot training for women and backward classes including SCs/STs.
However, 15% of pilots in India are women which is almost three times the global average of 5%.
ANNEXURE
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Operator
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Type of Aircraft
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NO. OF FATA EMPLOYED
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INDIGO
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ATR-72-600
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04
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|
ALLIANCE AIR
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|
ATR-72-600
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|
15
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|
VISTARA
|
|
B – 787
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|
01
|
|
HIMALAYAN HELI
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|
AS-350 B3
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|
01
|
|
BIG CHARTERS
|
|
ATR-72-500
|
|
08
|
|
DHILLON AVIATION
|
|
BELL 206 L4
|
|
03
|
|
ZOOM AIR
|
|
CRJ 200
|
|
01
|
|
STAR AIR
|
|
EMB 145 LR
|
|
05
|
|
MYTRI AVIATION
|
|
EMBRAER 195
|
|
01
|
|
AIR CHARTER
|
|
FALCON 7X
|
|
02
|
|
SKY ONE
|
|
Ml 172
|
|
02
|
|
INDO PACIFIC
|
|
BD-700
|
|
01
|
|
THEIRVENI EARTH MOVERS
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|
PILATUS PC12
|
|
01
|
|
GLOBAL VECTRA
|
|
AS350
|
|
03
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|
PINNACLE
|
|
BELL 407
|
|
02
|
|
OSS MANAGEMENT
|
|
AUGUSTA-109-C
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|
01
|
|
VSR
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|
LEARJET 45
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|
02
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|
E-FACTOR
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|
HOT AIR BALLON
|
|
03
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|
ARROW AIRCRAFT
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|
AS350B3
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|
02
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|
RELIANCE COMMERICAL
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G7500
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|
03
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|
MAHINDRA
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|
LR60XR
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|
01
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|
THUMBY AVIATION
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AS350B3E
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|
01
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|
IRM
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G-550
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|
04
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TOTAL
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67
Source: - Directorate General of Civil Aviation 
This information was given by the Minister of State in the Ministry of Civil Aviation Gen.  V. K. Singh  in a written reply to a question in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Finance
Evasion of Customs duty of Rs. 653 crore by M/s Xiaomi Technology India Private Limited
Based upon an intelligence that M/s Xiaomi Technology India Private Limited  was evading customs duty by way of undervaluation, an investigation was initiated by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence  against Xiaomi India and its contract manufacturers. During the investigation, searches were conducted by the DRI at the premises of Xiaomi India, which led to the recovery of incriminating documents indicating that Xiaomi India was remitting royalty and licence fee to Qualcomm USA and to Beijing Xiaomi Mobile Software Co. Ltd., under contractual obligation. Statements of key persons of Xiaomi India and its contract manufactures were recorded, during which one of the directors of Xiaomi India confirmed the said payments.
During the investigations, it further emerged that the “royalty and licence fee” paid by Xiaomi India to Qualcomm USA and to Beijing Xiaomi Mobile Software Co. Ltd., China  were not being added in the transaction value of the goods imported by Xiaomi India and its contract manufacturers.
The investigations conducted by the DRI further showed that Xiaomi India is engaged in the sale of MI brand mobile phones and these mobile phones are either imported by Xiaomi India or assembled in India by importing parts and components of mobile phones by contract manufacturers of Xiaomi India. The MI brand mobile phones manufactured by the contract manufacturers are sold exclusively to Xiaomi India, in terms of the contract agreement.
Evidence gathered during the investigations by the DRI indicated that neither Xiaomi India nor its contract manufactures were including the amount of royalty paid by Xiaomi India in the assessable value of the goods imported by Xiaomi India and its contract manufacturers, which is in violation of Section 14 of the Customs Act, 1962 and Customs valuation  Rules 2007. By not adding “royalty and licence fee” into the transaction value, Xiaomi India was evading Customs duty being the beneficial owner of such imported mobile phones, the parts and components thereof.
After completion of the investigation by the DRI, three show cause notices have been issued to M/s Xiaomi Technology India Private Limited for demand and recovery of duty amounting to Rs. 653 crore for the period 01.04.2017 to 30.06.2020, under the provisions of the Customs Act, 1962.
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
NHAI to Create Around 10,000 km of Digital Highways by FY 2024 - 25
NHAI is working towards development of around 10,000 km of Optic Fibre Cables  infrastructure across the country by FY2024-25. National Highways Logistics Management Limited , a fully owned SPV of NHAI, will implement the network of Digital Highways by developing integrated utility corridors along the National Highways to develop OFC infrastructure. Around 1,367 km on Delhi - Mumbai Expressway and 512 km on Hyderabad - Bangalore Corridor have been identified as pilot routes for the Digital Highway development.
Providing internet connectivity to remote locations across the country, the OFC network will help to expedite the roll out of new age telecom technologies like 5G & 6G. Recently inaugurated, 246 km long Delhi – Dausa – Lalsot section of the Delhi - Mumbai Expressway features a three-meter-wide dedicated utility corridor used to lay Optical Fibre Cables, which will serve as the backbone for the roll out of the 5G network in the region. OFC laying work along the National Highways has started and is targeted for completion in about a year.
OFC network will allow direct plug-and-play or ‘Fibre-on-demand’ model for the Telecom / Internet Services. The network will be leased out on a Fixed Price Allotment mechanism on ‘Open for All’ basis through a web portal to eligible users. OFC allotment policy is being finalized in consultation with DoT and TRAI.
Creation of Digital Highways will not only have a catalytic impact on the growth and development but will also contribute to the digital transformation of our country.
Ministry of Development of North-East Region
Dairy Products Market in North East
According to a study of milk demand in India conducted by National Dairy Development Board  through M/s A C Nielson under National Dairy Plan Phase-I scheme in 2019, estimated household consumption in 2019 and projected household demand in 2030 of milk and milk products in the North Eastern States are as under:
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State
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Estimated Household
Consumption 2019
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Projected Household Demand
2030
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HH Consumption

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Per Capita

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HH Consumption

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Per Capita

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Arunachal Pradesh
|
|
2.22
|
|
142
|
|
4.90
|
|
267
|
|
Assam
|
|
47.89
|
|
138
|
|
89.87
|
|
227
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|
Manipur
|
|
1.65
|
|
59
|
|
3.52
|
|
109
|
|
Meghalaya
|
|
2.48
|
|
71
|
|
1.50
|
|
36
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|
Mizoram
|
|
1.15
|
|
94
|
|
6.58
|
|
466
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|
Nagaland
|
|
2.22
|
|
100
|
|
3.89
|
|
151
|
|
Sikkim
|
|
2.08
|
|
324
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|
1.84
|
|
268
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|
Tripura
|
|
4.89
|
|
120
|
|
14.83
|
|
318
LLPD- Lakh Litre Per day; ml- mililitre
The projected household demand in 2030 indicates marketing potential of dairy products in Northeastern States particularly in the State of Assam.
- The milk production in North Eastern Region has increased by 4.9% during 2019-20 when compared to 2018-19, however the per capita availability of milk is far below the ICMR recommendation. The present demand/consumption of milk and milk products of North Eastern Regions is met jointly by the local production and by the leading dairy cooperatives and private sectors dairies of the country.
- Supplementing the efforts of States, Government of India has taken following initiative to increase quality and quantity of milk and milk products throughout the country including in North Eastern Region:-
- National Programme for Dairy Development scheme has been restructured / realigned in July 2021 to focus on improvement in quality of milk by creating/strengthening of infrastructure for quality milk testing equipment as well as primary chilling facilities.
- Rashtriya Gokul Mission is being implemented for genetic upgradation of bovine population, enhancement of milk production and productivity of bovines and development and conservation of indigenous bovine breeds.
This information was given by Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Shri Parshottam Rupala in the Lok Sabha in a written reply today.
Ministry of Labour & Employment
NCS Portal Provides a Nation Wide Online Platform for Job Seekers and Employers
Employment generation coupled with improving employability is the priority of the Government. Government has taken various steps for generating employment in the country like encouraging private sector of economy, fast-tracking various projects involving substantial investment and increasing public expenditure on schemes such as Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme , Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme , Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana  and Deendyal Antodaya Yojana-National Urban Livelihoods Mission .
Pradhan Mantri Rojgar Protsahan Yojana  has been launched by the Ministry of Labour and Employment for incentivising employers for promoting employment generation. Under this scheme, Government is paying entire employer’s contribution  towards EPF and EPS for all eligible new employees for all sectors for 3 years.
Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana  has been initiated by Government inter alia for facilitating self-employment. Under PMMY collateral free loans uptoRs. 10 lakh, are extended to micro/small business enterprises and to individuals to enable them to setup or expand their business activities.
Government has implemented the National Career Service  Project which comprises a digital portal that provides a nation-wide online platform for the job seekers and employers for job-matching in a dynamic, efficient and responsive manner and has a repository of career content to job seekers.
Start-up India is a flagship initiative of the Government of India, intended to build a strong ecosystem that is conducive for the growth of start-up businesses, to drive sustainable economic growth and generate large scale employment opportunities.
Besides these initiatives, flagship programmes of the Government such as Make in India, Digital India, Swachh Bharat Mission, Smart City Mission, Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation, Housing for All, Infrastructure development and Industrial corridors have the potential to generate productive employment opportunities. Ministries/ Departments/ States run skill development schemes across various sectors to improve the employability of youth and also facilitate placements. Schemes such as the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme  wherein Government reimburses 25 percent of the stipend payable to apprentices also enhances employability of the youth to access employment.
This information was provided by Shri Santosh Kumar Gangwar, Union Minister of State  for Labour and Employment in written reply to a question in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Home Affairs
Cabinet approves Treaty between India and Poland concerning Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the Treaty on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters between the Government of the Republic of India and the Republic of Poland with a view to enhance capability and effectiveness of both countries in investigation and prosecution of crimes, including crimes related to terrorism through mutual legal assistance.
Benefits:
The Treaty aims to enhance effectiveness of both the countries in investigation and prosecution of crime, through cooperation and mutual legal assistance in criminal matters. In the context of transnational crime and its linkages to terrorism, the proposed Treaty will provide a broad legal framework for bilateral cooperation with Poland in investigation and prosecution of crime as well as in tracing, restrain and confiscation of proceeds and instruments of crime as well as the funds meant to finance terrorist acts.
After signing and ratification of the Treaty, suitable Gazette Notifications will be issued under the relevant provisions of Cr.P.C. 1973 to give effect to the provisions of the Treaty in India. The Gazette notification is accessible to general public outside the Government domain and it will provide increased awareness and transparency on mutual cooperation between India and Poland in the field of mutual legal assistance in criminal matters.
It will increase effectiveness of India in tackling criminal activities involving Poland. Once in operation, the Treaty will be instrumental in gaining better inputs and insights in the modus operandi of organized criminals and terrorists. These in turn can be used to fine tune policy decisions in the field of internal security.
Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles loss of lives due to bridge mishap in Mizoram
Announces ex-gratia from PMNRF for the victims
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the loss of lives due to bridge mishap in Mizoram.
The Prime Minister also announced an ex-gratia from PMNRF of Rs. 2 lakh to the next of kin of each deceased and Rs. 50,000 for those injured.
The Prime Minister’s Office posted on X;
“Pained by the bridge mishap in Mizoram. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon. Rescue operations are underway and all possible assistance is being given to those affected.
An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each deceased. Rs. 50,000 would be given to the injured: PM @narendramodi”
Ministry of Defence
Green Mobility Initiative by IAF
In order to achieve reduction in carbon foot print and in keeping with the Gol's initiative on introduction of green mobility, IAF has inducted a fleet of Tata Nexon Electric Vehicles. A flag-off ceremony was held at Air Force Headquarters, Vayu Bhawan on 15 November 2022. Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari, Chief of the Air Staff flagged off the first batch of 12 electric vehicles in the presence of other senior officers and staff.
Indian Air Force is planning to enhance the usage of electric vehicles in a progressive manner by procuring e-vehicles against downgraded conventional vehicles. Augmentation of the e-vehicles ecosystem, including installation of charging infrastructure at various Air Force bases, is also planned. The first batch of electric cars introduced today will be deployed in Delhi NCR units for performance monitoring and analysis.
To create a standardised inventory of vehicles, IAF has already joined hands with Indian Army in the ongoing procurement of Electric Buses and Electric Cars. These proactive measures reaffirms IAF's commitment to the National objective of transformation towards environment friendly mobility.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
32.17 Cr. Vaccine Doses administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
India administered 64.25 lakh vaccine doses in last 24 hours
India reports 50,040 new cases in last 24 hours
India's Active Caseload declines to 5,86,403
Active cases constitute 1.94% of total cases
2,92,51,029 Total Recoveries across the country so far
57,944 patients recovered during last 24 hours
Daily recoveries continue to outnumber the Daily New Cases for the 45th consecutive day
Recovery Rate increases to 96.75%
Weekly Positivity Rate remains below 5%, currently at 2.91%
Daily positivity rate at 2.82%, less than 5% for 20 consecutive days
Testing capacity substantially ramped up – 40.42 cr tests total conducted