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Tamil Nadu’s Resolution against Tungsten (or Wolfram) Mining

About Tungsten (or Wolfram) Symbol: W Atomic Number: 74 Appearance: A shiny, silvery-white metal. Ores: Scheelite and Wolframite. Unique Properties: High Melting Point: Highest melting point of all metals at 3,422°C (6,192°F). High Density: Density of 3 g/cm³, comparable to...

Indians need the Right to Disconnect

The issue of workplace stress and the demand for the right to disconnect are gaining attention following tragic incidents and emerging data on prolonged working hours. More in News The death of an EY employee in September, allegedly due to...

The Place of Charity in an Unequal Society

Introduction In an increasingly unequal world, the role and effectiveness of charity are subjects of critical scrutiny. The act of giving away wealth to those in need is undoubtedly commendable, but it also raises fundamental questions about the structures that...

Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Schemes and Function

India has won the International Social Security Association's (ISSA) Good Practice Award for the Asia-Pacific region this year for five services offered by the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) An act of the Indian Parliament...

Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA)

About Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA) ESMA was enacted by the Parliament of India in 1968. Its main objective is to maintain the smooth movement of those things which are essential for the normal life of the common citizens. It...

Ashtalakshmi Mahotsava 2024, Key Highlights, Significance and Purpose

The Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav, an extraordinary festival dedicated to the eight northeastern states of India, is taking place from December 6th to 8th, 2024, at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, Delhi. Inaugurated by the Hon’ble Prime Minister, the Mahotsav aims to celebrate...

Nafithromycin: Country’s First Indigenous Antibiotic

The greatest challenge of the modern healthcare era is Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR). India has made a tremendous step in this direction by developing Nafithromycin, the first indigenous macrolide antibiotic in the country. This innovation marks a milestone in pharmaceutical development...

RBI Governors of India List 2024, Appointment and Functions

Sanjay Malhotra Appointed as New RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra, the current Revenue Secretary, has been appointed as the 26th Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). His appointment follows the conclusion of Shaktikanta Das's tenure, which ends on December...

International Anti-Corruption Day 2024

International Anti-Corruption Day is observed every year on 9 December to sensitize the masses against the harmful influences of corruption and encourage efforts to eliminate the malady from the earth. The theme for International Anti-Corruption Day 2024 is "Uniting with...

National Policy on Farmer Producer Organisations (FPO)

The Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare (DAFW) has released a draft National Policy for Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) to create a supportive ecosystem for their growth and efficiency. What is a Farmer Producer Organization (FPO)? Farmer Producer: Refers to...