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News 1 - Odisha Government imposes ban on fishing
In order to protect the endangered Olive Ridley sea turtles, Odisha Government has imposed a seven-month ban on fishing along the Puri coast. The ban will be in force from November 1, 2015 to May 31, 2016. This restriction has been imposed as per the Odisha Marine Fishing Act (OMFA). Fishermen have been directed not to fish within 20 kms off the coastline in the turtle nesting sites.
News 2 - APJ Abdul Kalam Amrut Yojana Launched by Maharashtra Government
The Maharashtra Government has approved the APJ Abdul Kalam Amrut Yojna scheme for pregnant and lactating women in the tribal areas. It will help curb malnutrition among the tribal children. This meal will be provided free for six months (three months before and after the delivery). About 1.9 lakh women will benefit from this scheme in the first year itself. This meal includes vegetables, boiled eggs, fruits, rice and pulses with occasional supply of milk. This scheme was rolled out on 15th November, 2015 with a budget of Rs 75 Crores per annum. It will be implemented with the help of the anganwadi workers.
News 3 - Meghalaya High Court asks centre to impose AFSPA in Garo Hills
The Meghalaya High Court has asked the Central Government to consider enforcing Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA), 1958 in the Garo Hills region of the state. The High Court wanted the AFSPA to be implemented only for the purpose of enabling the civil authorities in the state to effectively deal with militancy and restore law and order.
News 4 - First AMRIT outlet is opened at AIIMS in New Delhi
The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare launched the Affordable Medicines and Reliable Implants for Treatment (AMRIT) pharmacy outlet at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi with the aim to reduce the expenditure incurred by patients on the treatment of cancer and heart diseases. The AMRIT pharmacy would be selling 202 - cancer and 186 - cardio-vascular drugs, and 148 - types of cardiac implants at 50 to 60 percent cheaper prices than the open market.
News 5 - Odisha implements National Food Security Act in 14 districts
The Odisha Government implemented the National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013 in 14 of the 30 districts. It is the first phase and will cover 26.33 lakh families. The beneficiaries will get 5 kgs of rice at Rs 3 or 5 kgs of wheat at Rs 2 from the Public Distribution System (PDS) Centre. The second phase will be implemented in the remaining 16 districts from 1st December, 2015.
News 6 - 50 out of total 75 districts declared drought hit in UP
As many as 50 districts out of total 75 in Uttar Pradesh have been declared drought-hit by the state government. These districts were declared drought hit after they received less than 60% rain during the 2015 Monsoon period. The state government has suspended recovery of all dues from the farmers by the end of current financial year in the drought affected districts.
News 7 - Clean UP, Green UP creates Guinness Book of World Records
The Uttar Pradesh government has earned itself a place in the Guinness Book of World Records for its green drive initiative, when 10 lakh saplings were planted in one day within a span of eight hours in the state. The saplings were planted under the ambitious Clean UP, Green UP initiative.
News 8 - Delhi Assembly passes Bill on time bound delivery of services
The Delhi State Assembly passed the Delhi (Right of Citizen to Time Bound Delivery of Services) Amendment Bill. Each government department now needs to put out a comprehensive Citizens Charter. The bill seeks to provide time bound services to common man and will make government officials liable to automatic deductions from their salaries in case of delayed delivery of service.
News 9 - Bihar becomes 6th dry State
The Bihar Government has banned the sale of liquor in the state from 1st April 2016. The move is expected to a lead to a revenue loss of nearly Rs 4000 crores. Bihar becomes the 6th dry state / UT in the country. The other dry states or UTs are Gujarat, Manipur, Nagaland, Kerala and Lakshadweep.
News 10 - World Bank, AP sign $75 million credit deal for rural project
The Centre, Andhra Pradesh and the World Bank have signed a $75 million (₹500 crores) credit deal. This deal was made for the Andhra Pradesh Rural Inclusive Growth Project. This project is focused on increasing economic opportunities for small and marginal farmers. It will also help link small and marginal farmers to urban markets and further make them competitive across the value chain.
News 11 - Delhi Government approved the Jan Lokpal Bill, 2015
The Delhi Cabinet has approved the Delhi Jan Lokpal Bill, 2015. This Bill envisages the establishment of an independent authority to investigate offences under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. It also covers the Chief Minister’s Office.
News 12 - Rajasthan, South Australia signed Sister-State Agreement
Rajasthan and South Australia have signed the historic Sister-State Agreement to boost export and investment opportunities between the two states. This agreement provides partnership opportunities across key sectors. Also, the expertise of South Australia in sustainable water management will play a critical role to further improve water access in Rajasthan.
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