PMGDISHA
Recently, Union Government informed the Parliament that under Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (PMGDISHA), over 6 crore trained and over 4.7 crore candidates have been certified.
- Launched – In 2017 for digital literacy in rural India.
- Implementing agency – CSC e-Governance Services India Limited.
- Targeted beneficiaries – 1 person (age group of 14-60 years) from every eligible rural household.
- Coverage – Applicable only for rural areas with a Gram Panchayat centric approach.
Charles Darwin’s frog
New study reveals unique upside-down spawning behaviour.
- Endemic to – Andaman Island.
- Features –
- Intricate Calls to attract females
- Upside down spawning to defensive adaptation to protect the eggs.
- IUCN Status – Vulnerable
Inter Creditor Agreement
Default by Government-owned Rashtriya Ispat Nigam (RINL) forced lenders to seek cover through an Inter Creditor Agreement (ICA).
- Describes terms and allocation of collateral between common lenders in the event of a default by borrower. I
- Establishes borrower’s rights and positions concerning collateral, payment, and payment priority, as well as the hierarchy between various creditors.
- Any decision agreed by lenders representing 75% by value of total outstanding credit facilities and 60% of lenders by number shall be binding on all lenders (RBI)
MyGov
Recently, MyGov platform completed 10 years since its launch in July 2014.
- A citizen-centric platform that empowers people to connect with the Government & contribute towards good governance.
- Part of – Digital India Corporation
- Function – To engage with citizens for policy formulation and seeks the opinion of people on issues/ topics of public interest and welfare.
Saffron
Erratic weather patterns such as a protracted dry spell, heatwaves, etc. have led to saffron farmers of J&K switching to apple and mustard plantations.
- Fragrant stigmata found in the Crocus flowers.
- One of the most costly spices in the world
- Contains aromatic essential oil croncin and the colouring principle crocerin (yellow).
- Conditions required for saffron cultivation –
- Sub-temperate climate with altitude (1500-2250 meters)
- Annual rainfall (30-40cm) and remaining covered with snow in winter is conducive.
- Neutral/slightly alkaline well-drained loamy soil.