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Election Commission
Bye Elections to the Council of States from Gujarat -reg.
There are two casual vacancies in the Council of States from Gujarat. The details of the vacancies are as follows: -
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Sl. No.
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Name of Members
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Reason
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Date of vacancy
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Term Up to
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1.
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Shri Patel Ahmed Mohammad
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Death
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25.11.2020
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18.08.2023
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2.
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Shri Abhay Ganpatray Bhardwaj
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Death
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01.12.2020
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21.06.2026
2. The Commission has decided to hold two separate bye-elections to the Council of States from Gujarat to fill up the above mentioned vacancies as per the following common schedule: -
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S. No
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Events
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Dates
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Issue of Notifications
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11th February, 2021 
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Last date of making nominations
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18th February, 2021 
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Scrutiny of nominations
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19th February, 2021 
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Last date for withdrawal of candidatures
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22nd February, 2021 
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Date of Poll
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01st March, 2021 
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Hours of Poll
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09:00 am-04:00 pm
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Counting of Votes
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01st March, 2021  at 05:00 pm
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Date before which election shall be completed
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03rd March, 2021 
3. Broad Guidelines to be followed during entire election process for all persons: -
I. Every person shall wear face mask during every election related activity
II. At the entry of hall/ room/ premises used for election purposes:
 Thermal Scanning of all persons shall be carried out:
 Sanitizer shall be made available at all locations
III. Social distancing shall be maintained as per the extant COVID-19 guidelines of the State Govt. and Ministry of Home Affairs.
4. The Chief Secretary, Gujarat is being directed to depute a senior officer from the State to ensure that the extant instructions regarding COVID-19 containment measures are complied with while making arrangements for conducting the said bye elections.
5. Further, the Commission has also appointed the Chief Electoral Officer, Gujarat as Observer for the said elections.
Prime Minister's Office
Telephone Conversation between PM and President of Republic of Korea
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi spoke on telephone today with H.E. Moon Jae-in, President of the Republic of Korea.
Prime Minister Modi warmly recalled his visit to the Republic of Korea last year, and expressed satisfaction at the increasingly close ties between both countries.
The two leaders discussed COVID-19 global pandemic and the challenges it posed to the global health systems and economic situation. They shared information about the steps taken in their countries to tackle the pandemic.
Prime Minister expressed appreciation for the technology-based response deployed by the Republic of Korea for managing the crisis. President Moon Jae-in appreciated the way Indian authorities have motivated the vast Indian population for fighting the pandemic with unity of purpose.
The Korean President thanked Prime Minister for the support being provided by Indian authorities to Korean citizens in India.
Prime Minister expressed appreciation to the ROK government for facilitating supplies and transport of medical equipment being sourced by Indian companies.
The two leaders agreed that their experts would continue to consult each other and share experiences, as they research solutions for COVID-19.
Prime Minister conveyed his best wishes to President Moon for the forthcoming National Assembly Elections in ROK.
Cabinet
Cabinet approves Inclusion of 5,300 DP families of Jammu & Kashmir-1947 who initially opted to move outside the State of Jammu & Kashmir but later on returned and settled in the State of Jammu & Kashmir, in the Rehabilitation Package approved by the Cabinet on 30.11.2016 for Displaced Families PoJK and Chhamb under the PM’s Development Package 2015 for Jammu & Kashmir
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved Inclusion of 5,300 DP families of Jammu & Kashmir-1947 who initially opted to move outside the State of Jammu & Kashmir but later on returned and settled in the State of Jammu & Kashmir, in the Rehabilitation Package approved by the Cabinet on 30.11.2016 for Displaced Families PoJK and Chhamb under the PM’s Development Package 2015 for Jammu & Kashmir.
Benefits:
The approval will enable such DP Families to become eligible to get one-time financial assistance of Rs 5.5 Lakhs under the existing scheme, and in turn, be able to get some sustained income which the existing scheme is aimed at.
It is mentioned here that in the wake of the1947 Pakistani aggression in J&K, 31,619 families migrated from Pakistan Occupied Areas of J&K  to the state of J&K. Of these, 26,319 families settled in the state of J&K and 5300 families initially opted to move out of the state of J&K to other parts of the country. Further during the Indo-Pak wars of 1965 and 1971 10,065 more families were displaced from ChhambNiabat area. Of these 3,500 families were displaced during the 1965 war and 6565 families were displaced during the 1971 war.
The 36,384 displaced families covered under the package approved by the Cabinet on 30.11.2016 included 26,319 displaced families from PoJK settled in J&K and 10,065 Displaced Families displaced from ChhambNiabat area. The 5300 DP families of PoJK who initially opted to move out of the state of J&K to other parts of the country were not included in the approved package. Now those DP families out of the 5300 who initially opted to move out of the State but later returned and settled in J&K are being included in the package.
Inclusion of those DP Families out of 5,300 DP families of PoJK 1947 who have returned and settled in the State of Jammu & Kashmir in the existing scheme, who have suffered on account of wars and hostilities, will enable them to earn a reasonable monthly income and be part of mainstream economic activities. This will also upgrade the Government’s capacity to respond effectively to such DP families need of financial assistance. Requirement of funds will be met out of the already sanctioned funds for the existing scheme.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19: Myth vs. Facts
Media reports claiming 15-18 yrs COVID Vaccination Guidelines mentioning that COVAXIN has WHO EUL for this age group are Misleading
Some media reports are suggesting that the approval for Covaxin vaccine for 15-18 yrs age group has been given despite WHO not having accorded Emergency Use Listing  to its use for 15-18 yrs age group. Such reports are highly ill- informed, misleading and far from the truth.
Guidelines have been issued by the Union Ministry of Health& Family Welfare. These guidelines at no place mention about EUL by WHO. The Guidelines issued by the Union Health Ministry on 27th December 2021, under the heading “New beneficiaries aged 15-18 years” at sub-heading , page 4 state that "For such beneficiaries, option for vaccination would only be available for Covaxin as this is the only vaccine with EUL for the age-group 15-18".
The EUL by CDSCO, the National Regulator, for Covaxin vaccine for age group 12-18 yr age was accorded on 24th December 2021. Subsequently, the Guidelines for vaccination of 15-18 yr age group of young adults and precaution dose for other identified categories was issued by a Union Health Ministry on 27th December 2021. These are available on the Health Ministry’s website and can be accessed at –
https://www.mohfw.gov.in/pdf/GuidelinesforCOVID19VaccinationofChildrenbetween15to18yearsandPrecautionDosetoHCWsFLWs&60populationwithcomorbidities.pdf
Prime Minister's Office
PM greets Civil Servants and pays tributes to Sardar Patel on Civil Services Day
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted Civil Servants and their families and paid tributes to Sardar Patel on Civil Services Day today.
“Today, on Civil Services Day I convey greetings to all Civil Servants and their families. I appreciate their efforts in ensuring India successfully defeats COVID-19. They are working round the clock, assisting those in need and ensuring everyone is healthy.
On Civil Services Day, tributes to the great Sardar Patel, who envisioned our administrative framework and emphasised on building a system that is progress-oriented and compassionate”, the Prime Minister said.
Ministry of Defence
India Fights COVID-19 Goa Naval Area Extends Support to those In Need
In the ongoing efforts to contain the COVID-19 pandemic and in support of the populace in distress, Goa Naval Area continues to extend a helping hand to the locals through distribution of food and essential supplies during the nationwide lockdown.
On 01 Apr 20, Headquarters, Goa Naval Area coordinated with the Councillor of Mangor Hill and distributed critical supplies to families of daily wagers, migrant labourers and low income families at Gandhinagar. Around 1000 kg of essential provisions were distributed to 200 families. Additionally, 600 kgs of provisions were handed over to Shri Milind Naik, Minister for Urban Development and Social Welfare, for distribution to families in need.
Earlier this week, jawans of the Defence Security Corps  and Indian Naval personnel from INS Hansa had distributed food at several locations in Vasco, Goa. approx 320 people were provided cooked food at Vasco Railway Station, Bogda and Ram Mandir at Goa.
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Ministry of Railways
Oxygen Expresses deliver nearly 150 tonnes of Oxygen in last 24 hours
Oxygen Expresses arrive at Nashik & Lucknow with Liquid Medical Oxygen  for Maharashtra and UP respectively
Containers unloaded at Nagpur and Varanasi enroute to supply Medical Oxygen in these region
Third Oxygen Express also started its journey from Lucknow today
More Trains in the pipeline
Green Corridors helping in fast movement of Oxygen Express
Indian Railway is running Oxygen Express in response to its fight against Covid-19.
Oxygen Expresses with Liquid Medical Oxygen tankers have arrived at Nashik & at Lucknow for Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh respectively.
Few Containers were also unloaded at Nagpur and Varanasi enroute to supply LMO in these region. Also, third Oxygen Express started its journey from Lucknow this morning.
States like Andhra Pradesh, Delhi are in consultation with Railways to run more such trains.
It may be noted that tankers filled with LMO at Visakhapatnam & Bokaro are presently being transported through Ro-Ro service of Indian Railways.
To fulfil the requirements of Medical Oxygen in Uttar Pradesh, for the movement of the train, a green corridor was created between Lucknow to Varanasi. The distance of 270 Km was covered by the train in 4 hours 20 minutes with an average speed of 62.35 kmph.
A total of 10 containers having nearly 150 tonnes of Oxygen have been carried so far.
Transportation of Oxygen through Trains is faster over long distances than road transport. Trains run 24x7 unlike road transports.
Indian Railways transported essential commodities and kept the supply chain intact even during the lockdown last year and continue to serve the Nation in times of emergencies.
PIB Headquarters
RS. 5282.36 CRORE EPF CONTRIBUTIONS RECEIVED FOR FY 2016-17: SRI B. CHANDRASEKHAR, REGIONAL PF COMMISSIONER, EPFO TELANGANA STATE ZONAL OFFICE
-'98 % claims settled within 20 days'
-Rs. 42.82 Crore worth Pension amount paid for the month of April, 2017
Employees' Provident Fund Organisation  Telangana Zonal Office received contributions worth Rs. 5282.36 crore under all the three schemes for the Financial Year 2016-17, Sri B. Chandrasekhar, Regional Provident Fund Commissioner -I, Telangana state zonal office of EPFO said. He was speaking to the Media at Hyderabad today. Payments for the month under all three schemes were to the tune of 3355.34 Crore. There were 85,000 claims per month on an average, out of which 98% claims were settled within 20 days, the Regional PF Commissioner added. Providing the other details he said that there were 3,11,923 pensioners. Rs.42.82 Crores amount was paid towards pensions for the month of April, 2017. 2100 grievances per month are received, out of which 88 % redressed within 7 days. 57% of Pensioners submitted online Life Certificates . 4,06,049 new employees were added in the ongoing Employees Enrolment Campaign which was started on 01.01.2017. There are 37,919 Establishments in the the Telangana Zone. The number of Subscribers stood at 84.97 lakhs, Sri B. Chandrasekhar revealed to the Media.
Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Manipur CM Shri N Biren Singh lauds APEDA’s role in organizing buyer seller meet for local entrepreneurs in Imphal
Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh today lauded the role of APEDA in supporting organization of conference cum buyer seller meet for local entrepreneurs at Imphal.
Inaugurating the meet, Shri Singh appreciated the role of Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority , for supporting the State Government in organizing the conference cum meet. He said that such programme would provide a platform for interaction of local entrepreneurs with potential buyers thereby increasing their exposure. This conference will also strengthen the Government’s aim of achieving self-reliance, the Chief Minister noted.
The meet was organized by Manipur Food Industries Corporation Limited and Department of Textiles, Commerce & Industry, Government of Manipur.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Singh said that the State Government has been putting in tireless efforts to make Manipur a self-reliant state under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat. He further stressed that fruits and vegetables produced in the state are more nutritious and of different taste compared to that of other states in the Country.
Shri Singh stated that the Manipur government has started exporting black rice and other horticulture products in recent years. An outlet for organic products had been opened at Pune and the Manipur Government is planning to open such outlets in other metropolitan cities, he said. Such move not only provides better returns to farmers and entrepreneurs but also provide employment opportunities.
The inaugural of the conference was also attended by Shri P Vaiphei , Additional Chief Secretary, Shri RK Dinesh, Commissioner, Ms Sunita Rai , Assistant General Manager, APEDA and officials and entrepreneurs.
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Ministry of Defence
INS Tabar Exercises With Moroccan Navy
: Mumbai, August 31, 2021
INS Tabar, as part of her overseas deployment, made a port call at Casablanca in Morocco on 25 and 26 Aug 21.
Upon leaving the harbour on 26 Aug 21, the ship participated in a Maritime Partnership Exercise with Royal Moroccan Navy ship ‘Lieutenant Colonel Arrahman’ off Casablanca port. Evolutions like communication drills, replenishment at sea procedures and naval manoeuvres were undertaken during the exercise. The exercise concluded with the traditional ‘Steam Past’ between the two ships to bid farewell to each other.
Ministry of Agriculture &
Farmers Welfare
Indian Council of Agricultural Research signs a MOU with Amazon Kisan to Empower Farmers
Indian Council of Agricultural Research , New Delhi signed a MoU with Amazon Kisan to combine strengths and create synergy between the two organizations for guiding the farmers on scientific cultivation of different crops for optimum yield and income. ICAR will provide technological backstopping to the farmers through Amazon’s network. It will improve farmers’ livelihood and boost crop yield. This MoU in farmer’s partnership with Amazon Kisan program will help ensuring access to high quality fresh produce for consumers across India, including through Amazon Fresh.
Dr Himanshu Pathak, Secretary DARE & Director General ICAR, on this occasion, emphasized upon secondary agriculture for better remuneration for the farmers. He further highlighted the importance and role of critical inputs in agriculture and season-based crop plans. He mentioned that ICAR will collaborate with Amazon for technologies, capacity building and transfer of new knowledge.
On the behalf of ICAR, Dr US Gautam, Deputy Director General  and Mr. Sidhrtha Tata, Senior Product Leader from Amazon Fresh Supply Chain & Kisan signed the MoU.
The outcomes from a pilot project at Pune between ICAR-KVK and Amazon has motivated to further expand the collaboration to extend the precise agriculture practices developed through extensive research. Krishi Vigyan Kendra’s will strengthen a wider group of farmers by leveraging technological base through transfer of technology and capacity building programmes. ICAR and Amazon will work together on other farmer engagement programs at Krishi Vigyan Kendras, conducting demonstrations, trials, and capacity building initiatives to enhance farming practices and farm profitability. Furthermore, Amazon will provide training support and assist farmers in marketing their produce through its online platform, facilitating direct connections with consumers.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 Vaccination Update - Day 271
India’s cumulative vaccination coverage crosses 96.78 crore
More than 32 lakh Vaccine doses administered today till 7 pm
India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has achieved 96 Crore  today. More than 32 lakh  Vaccine Doses have been administered till 7 pm today. The daily vaccination tally is expected to increase with the compilation of the final reports for the day by late tonight.
The cumulative coverage of vaccine doses, segregated based on population priority groups, is as follows:
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Cumulative Vaccine Dose Coverage
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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10375623
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2nd Dose
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9057764
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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18360382
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2nd Dose
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15453809
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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389942616
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2nd Dose
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106940919
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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166945268
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2nd Dose
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84855744
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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105311889
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2nd Dose
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60564531
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Cumulative 1st dose administered
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690935778
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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276872767
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Total
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967808545
Today’s achievement in the vaccination exercise, segregated by population priority groups, is as follows:
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Date: 13thOctober, 2021 
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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94
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2nd Dose
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8518
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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536
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2nd Dose
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23436
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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1055889
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2nd Dose
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1135725
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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253614
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2nd Dose
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388230
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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154751
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2nd Dose
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216204
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1st Dose Administered in Total
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1464884
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2nd Dose Administered in Total
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1772113
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Total
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3236997
The vaccination exercise as a tool to protect the most vulnerable population groups in the country from COVID-19 continues to be regularly reviewed and monitored at the highest level.
Ministry of Agriculture &
Farmers Welfare
Promotion of FPOs by SFAC
So far, Small Farmers' Agri-Business Consortium  has promoted 910 Farmers Producer Organizations  in the country, out of which 15 FPOs are registered and promoted in Andhra Pradesh under various programme such as Vegetable Initiative for Urban Clusters, Integrated Development of 60,000 Pulses Villages in Rainfed Areas, National Food Security Mission, Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana  etc.
So far, INR 100.83 lakh has been provided to FPOs in the State of Andhra Pradesh by SFAC out of which Rs. 5.32 lakh has been provided for FPO promotion in Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh.
To encourage more farmers, to set up a greater number of FPOs for providing better services to farmers, a new Central Sector Scheme  namely "Formation and Promotion of 10,000 Farmer Producer Organizations ”, has been launched by Hon'ble Prime Minister on 29.02.2019. Under the scheme, 23 FPOs are allocated to SFAC as Implementing Agency during 2020-21 in the State of Andhra Pradesh, out of which, 5 FPOs are meant for Anantapur District. The Farmers are utilizing services provided through FPOs like information services, community seed multiplication units, manage machine hiring services, marketing, supply organic and other inputs etc.. The farmers are enthusiastically participating in FPO formation and promotion.
This information was given in a written reply by the Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Shri Narendra Singh Tomar in Lok Sabha today.
Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles the passing away of noted economist and former Union minister professor YK Alagh
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the passing away of noted economist and former Union minister professor YK Alagh.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said;
"Professor YK Alagh was a distinguished scholar who was passionate about various aspects of public policy, particularly rural development, the environment and economics. Pained by his demise. I will cherish our interactions. My thoughts are with his family and friends. Om Shanti."
Ministry of Defence
Ministry of Defence identifies 18 major platforms for industry led Design and Development
In a significant boost to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision on ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan’, and in sync with the announcement in the Union Budget 2022-23 that allocated 25% of Defence R & D Budget for industry led R & D, 18 major platforms have been identified by the Ministry of Defence for industry led Design & Development under various routes. The list is as follows:
Make-I
- Hypersonic Glide Vehicle
- Directed Energy Weapons  [High Powered Electromagnetic Devices and High Powered Laser Devices]
- Naval Ship Borne Unmanned Aerial System 
- Light Weight Tank
- Self-Healing Mine Fields
- Unmanned Autonomous AI Based Land Robot
- 127 mm Naval Gun
- 127 mm Guided Projectile
- Electric Propulsion  for Ships
- Standoff Airborne Jammer
- Li-ion Cells/ Li-Sulphur Cells [Portable High Capacity Energy Systems replacing the Conventional Hydrocarbons
- Communication System 
- Electro Optical  Pod  with high resolution sensing
- ‘Plug and Play’ Housing/ Infrastructure for soldiers posted at extreme altitudes.
Under the Defence Acquisition Procedure 2020, ‘Make’ Category aims to achieve self-reliance by involving greater participation of Indian industry. Projects involving design and development of equipment, systems, major platforms or upgrades thereof by the industry can be taken up under this category. For Projects under Make-I sub-category, Ministry of Defence will provide financial support up to 70% of total cost of prototype development.
Special Purpose Vehicle  Model
Under SPV model, private industry will be encouraged to take up design and development of military platforms and equipment in collaboration with the Defence Research and Development Organisation  and other organizations. Following two platforms have been identified under this category.
- Long Range Unmanned Aerial Vehicles  [High Altitude Long Endurance ]
- Indian Multi Role Helicopter 
iDEX
Projects of Start-ups, MSMEs etc. involving high-end innovation would be pursued under the iDEX category and the following platform has been selected under this category.
- Low Orbit Pseudo Satellites
Make-II
Under Make-II, which is funded by industry with assured procurement, following platform has been listed.
- Anti-jamming Systems for Multiple Platforms
Out of 18 major platforms mentioned above, following four platforms have been already accorded Approval-In-Principle  under Make-I category on 03 March 2022:
- Communication System 
- EO Pod  with high resolution sensing
- Standoff Airborne Jammer
- Light Weight Tanks
The indigenous development of these projects will help harness the design capabilities of domestic defence industry and position India as a design leader in these technologies.
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