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Fortnightly cleanliness awareness drive “Swachhta Pakhwada” organized by ICAR- Central Tuber Crops Research Institute, Thiruvananthapuram
Swachhata Pakhwada  was organized from 15th September to 2nd October at ICAR- CTCRI. Swachhtha Pledge was taken by all officials in the institute. Apart from daily cleaning drives in the institute, cleaning campaigns were organised at Government Ayurveda dispensary on 26-09-2023. The medical officer of the dispensary Dr. Bino and the councillor of Aakulam ward Sri. Suresh Kumar participated in the programme. On the occasion of World Tourism Day on 27th September 2023, swachhata campaign was conducted at Veli Tourist Village, Thiruvananthapuram to create awareness on Swachhata among public. The programme concluded on Gandhi Jayanthi on 02-10-2023. After paying floral tributes to Mahatma, a human chain was formed by all staff members in front of the institute and lead by the Director, Dr. G. Byju. A swachhata shramdan on the main road side of ICAR-CTCRI was also organised, where non-biodegradable waste materials such as plastic covers, food packets and other degradable wastes were removed. Dr. Sujatha T.P. , Dr. Shameer P.S.  and all other Swachh Bharath Committee members coordinated the programme.
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Ministry of Finance
Credit Outreach programme by Public Sector Banks as part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav held in Panaji
Sanction Letters handed over to 129 applicants, amounting Rs. 18.65 Crore
Goa, 8 June 2022
Credit Outreach programme held today in Panaji, Goa by all Public Sector Banks as part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav.
Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant presided over the credit outreach programme. Smt. Smita Kumar, Regional Director, Reserve Bank of India; Shri Milind Bhirud, General Manager, NABARD; Shri Naveen Kumar Gupta, DGM, Member Secretary of State Level Bankers’ Committee , Goa were present on this occasion.
Chief Minister congratulated the banks for the ‘Credit Outreach Programme’. He said along with such kinds of outreach programmes financial literacy is essential. Dr Sawant appeals to banks to accommodate the lenders in various government social welfare schemes. If an applicant takes out a housing loan, the banks must see if he is eligible for the benefits of PM Awas Yojana, so they should bear the minimum burden. Chief Minister also lauded the efforts of banks to give loans to women and Divyang entrepreneurs for starting their own business.
At the credit outreach programme, Sanction Letters handed over to 129 applicants, amounting Rs. 18.65 Crore.
Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant informed that Goa is leading on national level for the banking coverage. Almost all the villages in the state are covered with banking facilities, he said. Dr Sawant appeals to the banks to cover the maximum population under the various insurance schemes of the central government.
Chief Minister also flagged off mobile van for the Financial Literacy campaign initiated by State Bank of India. The van will move across the state for one month.
Credit Outreach Programmes are curated as part of the iconic week celebration of the Ministry of Finance  under AKAM during 6-12 June 2022. All SLBCs have been conducting programmes of Credit Outreach, enrolment in Jan Suraksha Schemes of Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana , Pradahan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana  and Atal Pension Yojana , customer awareness and financial literacy and of suitably recognizing the good work done by the branches.PIB Panaji | S.Thakur/D.Rane
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Prime Minister's Office
Our unwavering commitment towards a healthier India has led to significant strides in the healthcare sector: PM
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has shared articles, graphics, videos and information about the Government’s commitment to ensuring that no Indian is left behind in the journey towards wellness.
The Prime Minister tweeted :
"Our unwavering commitment towards a healthier India has led to significant strides in the healthcare sector. Together, we will ensure that no Indian is left behind in our journey towards wellness. #9YearsOfHealthForAll”
President's Secretariat
President Hosts President of Zambia; Says India is Committed To Cooperate with Zambia within the Framework of South-South Cooperation
The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, received Mr Edgar Chagwa Lungu, the President of the Republic of Zambia, at Rashtrapati Bhavan today . The President also hosted a banquet in his honour.
Welcoming the Zambian President on his first state visit to India, the President said that development cooperation is a key pillar of India-Zambia partnership. India is committed to cooperate with Zambia within the framework of South-South Cooperation. We are happy to extend capacity building, skill development and financing assistance to support Zambia’s growth and development.
The President said that the bilateral trade and investment partnership between India and Zambia is impressive. But the two countries can do a lot more together. Indian investments in Zambia have contributed to Zambian growth and development. Indian companies are keen to further invest in Zambia. They are looking at new investment opportunities in the mining, health, infrastructure and energy sectors.
Subsequently, in his banquet speech, President Kovind said that our people and our youth have similar aspirations. They wish to lead the world on innovation, smart solutions, next-generation technologies, green growth and more. We must exchange knowledge and skills to fulfil their aspirations. Smart Zambia and Digital India could not be better partners for each other. He expressed hope that India’s tele-education and tele-medicine expertise would create new opportunities for the youth in Zambia.
Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying
Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying to Organise a Stakeholder Forum on ‘Industry and One Health’ to Mark the Sixth International One Health Day Tomorrow
The Forum Will Discuss Roles of Industry in Efficient Implementation of One Health approach
The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India will celebrateInternational One Health Day on November 3, 2021 by organizing a Stakeholder Forum on the theme ‘Industry and One Health’ as part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav.
November 3,2021 will mark the sixth International One Health Day highlighting the need for a One Health approach to address interrelated health threats at the human-animal-environment interface. The day seeks to highlight interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary engagements as well as multisectoral collaboration as aspects crucial to the implementation of the One Health concept.
The convergence of the microbial, human, animal, and wildlife worlds in nature provides everyday essentials for the survival of human beings. This interaction may also lead to painful and tragic consequences from pathogens. The impact of zoonotic diseases has been felt throughout the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. It is therefore important to discuss, debate, and pinpoint areas that require intervention, such as policy framework, regulation, financial, human, social, natural, and physical capitals, global learnings and best practices, and other relevant issues.
Global health faces growing threat from emerging zoonoses which have led to massive economic damage over the past two decades. The Forumwould bring together policy makers, industry,public health professionals, civil society members and all relevant stakeholders and provide a dynamic platform to understand the roles and responsibilities of the industry towards implementing the One Health approach. This would witness discussions around the impact on health if we ignore the One Health approach and help devise a collaborative and multi-disciplinary approach to fight future pandemics and maintain the One Health approach for a sustainable future.
The deliberations regarding the potential of industry through active involvement in implementation of One Health will beset forth withthe opening remarks by Shri Atul Chaturvedi, Secretary, Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying, GoI and Dr. Trilochan Mohapatra, Secretary  & DG, ICAR. Panelistsonthe forumincluderepresentatives from industry, Confederation of Indian Industry, World Bank, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, senior officials from Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Government of India and other experts.
This International One Health Day, The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India,through the forum, invites all stakeholders to adopt the One Health approach and partake in research and innovation to successfully implement the One Health framework.
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PIB Headquarters
SSC invites application for Junior Engineers Examination
Staff Selection Commission  has invited application for Junior Engineers  Examination, 2017. The selection will be based on an on open competitive computer based examination which will be held all over the country between 05.01.2018 to 08.01.2018. Only online application will be entertained for this examination. The online submission of application can be done at the website http://ssconline.nic.in.
The scheme, syllabus and other details of the examination is available in the websites www.ssckkr.kar.nic.in and www.ssc.nic.in. Application fee is exempted for all women candidates and candidates belonging to SC/ST/PH /Ex-Serviceman category. Last date for receipt of application is November 17, 2017 .
Helpline numbers for assistance are: 080-25502520, 9483862020.
The name of posts and Organization is given below
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S. No.
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Organization
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Post
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1
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Central Water Commission
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Junior Engineer 
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2
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Central Water Commission
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Junior Engineer 
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3
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CPWD
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Junior Engineer 
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4
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CPWD
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Junior Engineer 
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5
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Departmental of Post
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Junior Engineer 
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6
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MES
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Junior Engineer 
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7
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MES
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Junior Engineer 
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8
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MES
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Junior Engineer 
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9
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Farrakka Barrage 
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Junior Engineer 
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10
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Farrakka Barrage 
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Junior Engineer 
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11
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Farrakka Barrage 
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Junior Engineer 
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12
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Director General Border Roads Organization
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Junior Engineer 
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13
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Director General Border Roads Organization
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Junior Engineer 
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14
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Director General Border Roads Organization
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Junior Engineer 
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15
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Central Water Power Research Station
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Junior Engineer 
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16
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Central Water Power Research Station
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Junior Engineer 
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17
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Dte. of Quality Assurance 
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Junior Engineer 
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18
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Dte. of Quality Assurance 
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Junior Engineer 
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19
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National Technical Research Organization
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Junior Engineer 
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20
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National Technical Research Organization
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Junior Engineer 
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21
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National Technical Research Organization
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Junior Engineer 
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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Update on COVID-19 Vaccine Availability in States/UTs
More than 193.28 Crore vaccine doses provided to States/UTs
More than 19.58 Crore balance and unutilized vaccine doses still available with States/UTs
The Union Government is committed to accelerating the pace and expanding the scope of COVID-19 vaccination throughout the country. The nationwide COVID 19 vaccination started on 16th January 2021. The new phase of universalization of COVID-19 vaccination commenced from 21st June 2021. The vaccination drive has been ramped up through availability of more vaccines, advance visibility of vaccine availability to States and UTs for enabling better planning by them, and streamlining the vaccine supply chain.
As part of the nationwide vaccination drive, Government of India has been supporting the States and UTs by providing them COVID Vaccines free of cost. In the new phase of the universalization of the COVID19 vaccination drive, the Union Government will procure and supply  75% of the vaccines being produced by the vaccine manufacturers in the country to States and UTs.
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VACCINE DOSES
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SUPPLIED
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1,93,28,90,965
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BALANCE AVAILABLE
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19,58,74,290
More than 193.28 crore  vaccine doses have been provided to States/UTs so far through Govt. of India  and through direct state procurement category.
More than 19.58 Cr  balance and unutilized COVID Vaccine doses are still available with the States/UTs to be administered.
Ministry of Culture
Memorandum of Understanding  signed between Ministry of Culture and Canara Bank for disbursal of financial assistance to veteran artists
A Memorandum of Understanding  was signed between Ministry of Culture and Canara Bank on 28.06.2023 for disbursal of financial assistance to veteran artists under the “Scheme for Financial Assistance for Veteran Artists”.
Ministry of Culture administers a Scheme namely “Financial Assistance for Veteran Artists” under which financial assistance of Rs. 6000/- per month is provided to artists and scholars above the age of 60 years who have contributed significantly in their specialized fields of performing arts and culture in their active age or are still contributing, but due to old age they are facing difficulty and are in penury condition. Currently, under the scheme, disbursal of financial assistance in respect of artists selected before 2017 is made through LIC while for the artists approved post 2017, it is made directly by the Ministry. It has been noted that the receipt of documents from the beneficiaries often get delayed resulting in disbursal of amount as lump sum instead of being released on a regular basis. With the signing of the MoU with Canara Bank, in a period of approximately two months post streamlining of the process, disbursal of financial assistance to the veteran artists would commence on monthly basis, also ensuring redressal of long pending grievances of beneficiaries.
This initiative is reflective of the Culture Ministry’s commitment to constantly improve the interface with the artists’ community and the services provided to them. Canara Bank, one of the leading PSU Banks, has expressed their sincere commitment for ensuring the smooth and continuous disbursal to the veteran artists given their experience of handling many schemes for the various Ministries of Government of India.
Ministry of Agriculture &
Farmers Welfare
National Bamboo Mission in North-East Region 
Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India is implementing the restructured National Bamboo Mission  from the year 2018-19 in 23 States including States of the North-East Region . NBM has components for establishing product development and processing units. So far, 208 numbers of product development and processing units have been established under National Bamboo Mission  in NER from 2018-19 to 2021-22 . State-wise details of product development and processing units established under National Bamboo Mission  in NER is at Annexure-I.
NBM provides financial assistance for Research & Development  activities. Details of Research & Development  activities carried out during 2018-19 to 2021-22 in NER is at Annexure-Il.
To make available quality planting material for bamboo plantation, nurseries are established under National Bamboo Mission. So far, the 14 hi-tech, 95 big and 53 small nurseries have been established under the restructured National Bamboo Mission  in the NER from 2018-19 to 2021-22.
Annexure-I
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State-wise details of product development and processing units established under National Bamboo Mission  in NER from 2018-19 to 2021-22 
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Sl. No
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NE States
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Product Development and Processing 
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Processing units for value addition of Bamboo
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Management of Bamboo waste in primary processing units
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Micro & Medium processing units
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Total
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1
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Arunachal Pradesh
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3
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3
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48
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54
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2
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Assam
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0
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0
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4
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4
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3
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Manipur
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3
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0
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2
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5
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4
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Meghalaya
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2
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0
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7
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9
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5
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Mizoram
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3
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3
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20
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26
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6
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Nagaland
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7
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4
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14
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25
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7
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Sikkim
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0
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2
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28
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30
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8
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Tripura
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13
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2
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39
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54
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NECBDC, Guwahati, BTSG
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0
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0
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1
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1
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TOTAL
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31
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14
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163
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208
Annexure-II
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Details of Research & Development  activities carried out during 2018-19 to 2021-22 in NER 
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Activities
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Physical Progress 
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i)
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Identification of genetically superior species / varieties
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1
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ii)
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Establishment of tissue culture lab including strengthening
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3
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iii)
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Demonstration plots to exhibit best practice to farmers
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11
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Total
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15
This information was given by the Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Shri Narendra Singh Tomar in a written reply in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Steel
Meeting of Union Steel Minister with Minister of Energy of the Russian Federation; Landmark MoU on Collaboration in Coking coal sector signed
Union Minister of Steel Shri Ram Chandra Prasad Singh today met with Minister of Energy of the Russian Federation, Mr. Nikolay Shulginov in Moscow during the Russian Energy Week. A landmark Memorandum of Understanding  regarding collaboration in coking coal used in steel making and R&D in steel sector was signed between the two countries.
This MoU envisages implementation of joint projects/ commercial activities in coking coal, including long-term supplies of high-quality coking coal to India, development of coking coal deposits and logistics development, sharing of experience in coking coal production management, technologies of mining, beneficiation and processing as well as training.
During their meeting, the two leaders discussed opportunities of collaboration in coking coal in steel sector.
The Steel Minister will also meet with several leading Russian steel institutes and companies during his two-day visit to Moscow.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Updates on COVID-19
Recovery Rate improves to 52.8%
During the last 24 hrs, 6922 COVID-19 patients were cured. A total of1,86,934 patients, so far, have been cured of COVID-19. The recovery rate rises to 52.80%. Currently, 1,55,227 active cases are under medical supervision.
The number of government labs has been increased to 674 and private labs has been increased to 250 . The break-up is given as;
Real-Time RT PCR based testing labs: 535 
TrueNat based testing labs : 316 
CBNAAT based testing labs : 73 
In the last 24 hours, 1,63,187 samples were tested. The total number of samples tested thus far is 60,84,256.
For all authentic & updated information on COVID-19 related technical issues, guidelines & advisories please regularly visit: https://www.mohfw.gov.in/ and @MoHFW_INDIA .
Technical queries related to COVID-19 may be sent to technicalquery.covid19[at]gov[dot]in and other queries on ncov2019[at]gov[dot]in and @CovidIndiaSeva .
In case of any queries on COVID-19, please call at Ministry of Health & Family Welfare helpline no.: +91-11-23978046 or 1075 . List of helpline numbers of States/UTs on COVID-19 is also available at https://www.mohfw.gov.in/pdf/coronvavirushelplinenumber.pdf .
Ministry of Defence
Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Karambir Singh visits NCC Republic Day Camp 2020
Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Karambir Singh visited the National Cadet Corps  Republic Day Camp 2020 at Cariappa Parade Ground here today. He was received by DG NCC Lt Gen Rajeev Chopra. The Chief of Naval Staff inspected the ‘Guard of Honour’ presented by the NCC cadets from all the three wings i.e. Army, Navy and Air Force. This was followed by a band display. Admiral Karambir Singh also inspected the flag area prepared by cadets from all the 17 NCC Directorates depicting various social awareness themes. Various Naval Ship models were also displayed.
Later, the Chief of the Naval Staff visited the ‘Hall of Fame’, a proud possession of the NCC, with a display of rich archival collection of alumni photographs, models, motivational and other visual delight of the three wings of the NCC. He also witnessed a cultural performance by the cadets depicting the rich Indian culture.
Speaking on the occasion, Admiral Karambir Singh complimented the cadets for presenting an impressive ‘Guard of Honour’. He said, NCC is a premier youth which is engaged in grooming the youth and empowering them. The Chief of the Naval Staff appreciated the contribution of NCC towards nation building and its spirit & support during calamities. He also lauded the efforts of NCC cadets in naval activities including long duration and high-risk sailing.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
71.65 Cr. vaccine doses have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
43,263 new cases in the last 24 hours
Active cases account for 1.19% of total cases
India's Active caseload stands at 3,93,614
Recovery Rate currently at 97.48%
40,567 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to 3,23,04,618
Weekly Positivity Rate  less than 3% for last 76 days
Daily positivity rate reported to be 2.38% less than 3% for last 10 days
53.68 cr Total Tests conducted so far
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Cabinet approves the extension of tenure of the Commission constituted to examine the issue of Sub-categorization within Other Backward Classes in the Central List
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the final extension of the term of the Other Backward Classes in the Central List currently mandated upto 20th June 2018, till 31st July, 2018.
The Commission held extensive meetings with the stake holders including the State Governments, the State Backward Classes Commissions, various community associations and general public belonging to various Backward Classes and Communities. The Commission also obtained records, caste-wise of OBCs admitted in higher educational institution as well as similar caste-wise data of recruits in Central Departments, Central Public Sector Undertakings, Public Sector Banks & Financial Institutions.
To have a detailed look at the data collected, the Commission has sought extension of its term 31st July, 2018.
Ministry of Corporate Affairs
Cabinet approves Memorandum of Understanding between Competition Commission of India and Competition Commission of Mauritius
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the signing of Memorandum of Understanding  between Competition Commission of India  and Competition Commission of Mauritius  for promotion and strengthening of co-operation in competition law and policy.
Implementation Strategy and Targets
The MoU aims to promote and strengthen cooperation in matters of competition law and policy through exchange of information, sharing of best practices and capacity building initiatives. It is intended to promote mutual co-operation in the areas of technical co-operation, experience sharing and enforcement co-operation. The resultant outcomes would benefit consumers at large and promote equity and inclusiveness.
Impact:
The MoU between CCI and CCM is expected to:
 Address anticompetitive restraints that affect international trade;
 Improve enforcement of the Competition Act, 2002 by CCI;
 Promote understanding of competition policy;
 Capacity building;
 Bring diplomatic benefits;
Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Competition Commission of India on the Indian side and Competition Commission of Mauritius on the other side would be major beneficiaries in this Memorandum of Understanding.
Background:
Section 18 of the Competition Act, 2002 permits CCI to enter into any memorandum or arrangement with any agency of any foreign country for the purpose of discharging its duties or performing its functions under the Act.
President's Secretariat
President of India to Pay Homage at the Kargil War Memorial Tomorrow
The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, will visit the Kargil War Memorial in Dras, Jammu and Kashmir, tomorrow  on the 20th anniversary of the Kargil Vijay Diwas. He will pay homage to soldiers and officers of the Indian Army who were martyred in the Kargil conflict of 1999.