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DISCOUNT UP TO 25% CENTRE TO MODERNISE

IN AC CHAIR CAR AND STATE FIRE SERVICES ,,&$ /$81&+(6 $ 7+5((˨0217+ UNIFIED LOGISTICS INTERFACE
PLATFORM: BECOMING THE
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMME
EXECUTIVE CLASS he Indian Institute of �orporate Affairs �II�A� BUSINESS'S BACKBONE

Thas launched a three-month certificate course he �nified �ogistics Interface Platform, or
on 'Promoting Research Methodology, Innovation, T��IP, was created in ���� and is �uickly
Critical Thinking, and Evidence-Based Decision becoming the backbone of business. It simplifies
Making'. The goal of this course is to provide faculty the logistics process and provides all facilities in
and students with solid research methodologies one place. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised
in order to foster an environment of evidence- the Single �indow �ogistics Platform, saying, �The
based decision-making. The course emphasises single window platform of logistics has brought
collaborative learning, an interdisciplinary approach, an unprecedented change in the transportation of
and the exchange of various points of view. The goods.� This will save not only time and money, but
o reduce the loss of life and property in any course's online format allows for plenty of adaptability
here is some good news for train passengers. Ttype of disaster, the central government to different programmes and needs. Even after being also it will contribute significantly to the country's
TThe Ministry of Railways has launched a scheme provides money to states through the National delivered through the virtual medium, the programme self-reliance. The ULIP platform addresses the
to offer discounts in AC chair cars and executive �isaster Response �und �N�R�� to strengthen their aims to make the interaction, engagement, and issue of supply chain delays. Simultaneously, it
class on all trains e�uipped with air conditioning, resources. The �nion Home Ministry intends to learning experiences as authentic as possible. lowers transportation costs while ensuring timely
including Anubhuti and �istadome coaches. This spend Rs �,000 crore on strengthening, expanding, �urthermore, the course will serve as a platform for delivery of goods. In addition, this system allows
discount will be up to a maximum of 2�� off the and modernising state fire services. �f this, Rs �00 interdisciplinary collaboration, allowing for fruitful for real-time tracking of the ��IM container.
standard fare. Other fees, such as the reservation crore has been set aside to incentivize states to discussions and the exchange of ideas among Because of the ��IP platform, India's average port
fee, super fast surcharge, and �ST, will remain implement legal and infrastructure reforms. Union participants from various academic backgrounds. dwell time is now shorter than that of Singapore,
unchanged. The discount is effective immediately, Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah stated �hina, the �S, and Britain.
but there will be no refunds for passengers who that the Ministry of Home Affairs is taking several
have already reserved their seats. The scheme does major initiatives to make India disaster resilient by APPLICATION DEADLINE FOR THE PRADHAN MANTRI TIME TO IMPROVE SOIL FERTILITY
not apply to holiday or festival special trains. It will strengthening the �isaster Risk Reduction System RASHTRIYA BAL PURASKAR IS AUGUST 31, 2023 AND MINIMISING THE NEGATIVE
be reviewed on a regular basis, and depending on and ensuring zero deaths and minimal property
the number of seats filled, this relaxation may be loss during disasters under the leadership of Prime IMPACT OF CHEMICAL FERTILISERS
modified, extended, or withdrawn. If the decision Minister Narendra Modi. �nder the scheme, the
to withdraw this exemption is made, it can be respective states will bear 2�� of the total cost, U nbalanced chemical nutrients used in
implemented with immediate effect. This scheme while the North �astern and Himalayan states will agricultural work have a negative impact on soil
will also apply to trains where the �exi fare scheme bear 10� of the cost. The scheme's details are productivity and quality. As a result, all stakeholders
is in effect and seats are limited. In such a case, the available on the Ministry of Home Affairs' website, and the government must collaborate to eliminate
�exible fare scheme can be discontinued. https���ndmindia.mha.gov.in. the negative impact of chemical fertilisers.
�r. Mansukh Mandaviya, �nion Minister of
Chemicals and Fertilisers, called for developing a
3/$1 72 ,167$// 08/7,˨/$<(5(' &$77/( )(1&(6 $/21* 1$7,21$/ +,*+:$<6 he Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar strategy to promote alternative nutrients in order to

ecause of the presence of cattle in the midst be installed as part of a comprehensive solution on T�PMRBP� deadline has been extended from �uly reduce reliance on chemical fertilisers for soil health
Bof fast-moving vehicles on the road, there is stretch 23 of the National Highway 30. The scheme �1 to August �1, ���� by the Ministry of �omen and and sustainable soil fertility at a workshop in this
frequently an accident and danger to the lives of was launched as a pilot project in preparation for �hild �evelopment. The PMRBP ���� application regard. He bemoaned the negative and concerning
the cattle as well as the passengers. Keeping this Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Chhattisgarh. process has begun on the National Awards Portal, effects of chemical fertilisers on the health of both
in mind, the central government has devised a For this reason, the cattle fence has been designed https���awards.gov.in. National-level achievements in humans and animals. Referring to the role of the
strategy to avoid accidents. �nion Minister for Road to be both effective and environmentally friendly by bravery, sports, social service, science and technology, country's scientists, Mandaviya stated that they now
Transport and Highways Nitin �adkari briefed about utilising bamboo. Bamboo treated with creosote oil the environment, art and culture, and innovation are have the responsibility of increasing soil fertility as
this plan of cattle fencing. Cattle crossing the road and coated with H�P� is a more durable alternative recognised. Any child who is an Indian citi�en, resides well as agriculture and fulfilling people's aspirations.
and causing dangerous accidents can be avoided to steel.The fence has a Class 1 fire rating, which in India, and is under the age of 18 can apply for the To increase agricultural productivity, solutions
by installing multi-layered cattle fencing. Gadkari ensures safety and adheres to the principles of award. A deserving child may also be nominated that ensure farmer welfare, protect the environment
stated that the fence will be 1.20 m high and will Aatmanirbhar Bharat. by anyone else. PMRBP applications can only be and health, and empower the agriculture sector
submitted through the online portal. are required.

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