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06-03-2020 | NewsPaper Analysis

06-03-2020 | NewPaper Analysis | StudywithDS

1. Adivasi farmers taste success with polyhouses: News:'Polyhouse farming'-an intiative in semi-arid region of Telangana-by two Adivasi farmers. Polyhouses: Modern Farming method-under controlled environment-for plant's growth. House or tent made up of 'Polyethylene' Green-house: Broader term includes polyhouses Glass/ timber/polyethylene/Etc,. Green-house Effect: Gases in earth's atmosphere traps the sun's heat- makes earth much warmer. How Green-house works? Day-time: sunlight penetrates and warms the plant. Night-time: traps the refflected heat and makes warm inside. Advantages: Crops can be grown throughout the year without depending on season. Insect, pests and diseases are less. Quality of produce is high. Fertilizer application is easy and controlled. Dis-advantages: Ensuring nutrient availability: not very less (or) not excess. Constant monitoring and soil testing necessary. 2. India among least-free democracies, says study: Freedom in the world 2020 Reports: A Leaderless struggle for Democracy Democracy and pluralism are under attack across the world. Citizens protests across the world: Bolivia, Haiti, Hongkong, India, Etc,. Global Freedom declined consecutively for 14th year. In 2019: Deterioration of political rights and civil liberties in 64 countries. Improvements in just 37 Countries. 2020 Report: Countries in to free, partly free, not free categories based on their score in political rights and civil liberties. Assessed 210 countries and territories: 84-Free; 67-partly free; 59-Not free. India in specific findings:'Free' Status India's commitment to pluralism and individual rights are under threat. India's Score is 71/100 The Freedom House report said that India showed a deteriorating trend when it came to personal autonomy Year Political Rights Civil Liberties Total Score 2017 35/40 42/60 77/100 2018 35/40 42/60 77/100 2019 35/40 40/60 75/100 2020 34/40 37/60 71/100 Top Five countries in the free category:Finland, Norway, Sweden, Netherlands, LuxembourgBottom Five countries in the free category:Botswana, Peru, India, Timor-Leste, Tunisla Reports treats 'Indian Kashmir' As a separate territory - status declined from partly free to not free. Our Neighbourhood and BRICS: Our Neighbourhood: Partly free- Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Srilanka; Not Free- China, Myanmar, Afghanistan BRICS: Not Free- Russia, China; Free- Brazil, South Africa Recommendations: Respect, protect and fulfill human rights Strengthen public support for democratic principles by investing in civic education. Guard against manipulation of open democracies by authoritarians. Fighting manipulation of media and social media. Preventing interferences in elections. Strngthen laws against foreign influence over Govt. officials. To defend democracies across the world Support democracy in foreign policy- democracy strengthening programmes in foreign assistance, supporting civil society and grassroot democratic movements. Form alliances with other democracies Targeted Sanctions an individuals and entities involves in human rights abuses and corruption. 3. Centre sanctions eight food processing projects for T.N: News: Inter-Ministerial Approval Committee(IMAC) Sanctioned 10 food processing projects. Under PM Kisan Sampada Yojana. 8 Projects in Tamil-Nadu. 100% FDI: Automatic route in food processing industries approval route for trading: Food products manufactured or produced in India. Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana: SAMPADA: Scheme for Agro-Marine Processing and Development of Agro-Processing Clusters. Implemented by Min. of Food processing Industries. Central Sector scheme Launched in 2017 for the period 2016-2020. Objectives- Supplement agriculture, modernize processing and decrease Agri-waste. Modern Infra-structure for food processing: mega food parks and individual units. Creating effective backward and forward linkages: Linking farmers, processors and market. Robust supply chain infrastructure for perishables. Imapcts: Growth of food processing sector. Better returns to farmers. Employment opportunities- rural areas. Reduces wastage of agri produce. Enhanced export of processed food. It is an Umbrella Scheme: Mega foos parks Integrated cold chain & value addition infrastructure Creation/Expansion of Food Processing & Preservation Capacities Creation of Infra-structure for Agro-processing Clusters Creation of Backward and Forward Linkages Food Safety and Quality Assurance Infra-structure(Lab and HACCP) Human Resources and Institutions 4. DDA told to form special purpose vehicle for Yamuna rejuvenation: Yamuna River: Origin:Yamunotri glacier on the Banderpunch peak in Garhwal region of Uttarakhand. Joins Ganga at allahabad(Prayagraj): As a right bank tributary - longest tributary Triveni Sangam - Kumbh Mela Festival Highly Fertile alluvial region: 'Yamuna - Ganges Doab' Tributaries: First 170KM stretch: Rishi Ganga, Hanuman Ganga, Tons(Biggest and most extensive tributary of Yamuna), Giri After 170KM, Other Tributaries: Right bank- Chambal, Sind, Betwa, Ken; Left bank- Hindon, Rind, Senga, Varuna States/UTs in which the river and Its Tributaries flow through Uttarakhand Himachal Pradesh Uttar Pradesh NCT of Delhi Haryana Rajasthan Madhya Pradesh Yamua's Catchment basin: 10.7% of total landmass of country 40.2% of the Ganga basin News: NGT directed DDA- to constitute special purpose vehicle(SPV)-for 'Rejuvenation of the Yamuna river' SPV Functions: Ecological restoration of the flood-plain zones of Yamuna Setting up of bio-diversity parks, artificial wetlands. Phytoremediation of drains at the river mouth locations. NGT- Delhi, Haryana and UP Govts: steps on sewage management, industrial pollutants and solid waste discharged into Yamuna. 5. Should the sedition law be scrapped?: Usefulness of Section 124-A: section 124-A misused by the Govt to suppress dissent. Supresses free speach and free thought of the citizens. Useful tools in the hands of the police. KedarNath Singh v/s State of Bihar(1962): Interpretation of section 124-A has to be against the state, not against the Govt. 124-A Sedition: Whoever by words, either spoken or written, or by signs, or by visible representation, or contempt, or excites or attempts to excite disaffection towards, the Government established by law in India, shall be punished with imprisonment for life, to which fine may be added, or with imprisonment which may extend to 3 years, to which fine may be added, or with fine. Explanation 1: The expression "disaffection" includes disloyalty and all feelings of enmity. Explanation 2: Comments expressing disapprobation of the measures of the Government with a view to obtaining their alteration by lawful means, without exciting or attempting to excite hatred, contempt or disaffection, do not constitute an offence under this section. Explanation 3: Comments expressing disapprobation of the administrative or other action of the Govt. without exciting or attempting to excite hatred, contempt or disaffection, do not constitute an offence under this section. Relevance of section 124-A + should this section be repealed or not? Who should repeal section 124-A Judiciary or Parliament? Relevance of section 124-A: Relic of colonial legacy. Regarding repeal of section 124-A: A1- has to be repealed: Section is administered by the police force, a burden to the judiciary A2- Need not be repealed: Judiciary must act towards protecting the fundamental rights of the citizens(Article 19 & 21) Political regime can misuse other provisions of law Judiciary should set up a search committee in every state and judge of High Court should suo motu quash the baseless sedition cases. 6. EPF interest rate lowered to 8.5%: Salaried employee is set to get 0.15% less in interest on Provident Fund deposits for 2019-2020, with the Central Board of Trustees of the Employees' Provident Fund on Thursday reducing the interest rate from 8.65% to 8.5% The "Central Board recommended crediting of 8.5% annual rate of interest on the EPF accumulations in the EPF members accounts for 2019-2020", Ministry(Labour and Employment) said. 7. SEBI app for airing investor grievance: Complaints arising out of issues that are covered under the SEBI Act, Securities Contract Regulation Act, Depositories Act and rules and regulation made thereunder and relevant provisions of Companies Act,2013 This app is a mobile version of the EBI Complaints Redress System(SCORES)launched in June 2011 and has received, on average, 40,000 complaints every year. Total 3.57 lakh complaints have been resolved using the SCORES Platform. This app has all features of SCORES, which is presently available electronically, where investors have to lodge their complaints using the internet medium. Read the full article

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Approvals in Dubai

The following are the main authorities for approvals, scopes of these authorities are more departments that provide other approvals and permits to acquire the final approval.Dubai Municipality Dubai Municipality (DM) provides all approvals for the benefit of Dubai and its people. Necessary approvals which may include the design and construction of a building where the business is planned to be while maintaining the heritage of the United Arab Emirates. Dubai Development AuthorityThe Dubai Development Authority (DDA) is responsible for the establishment and registration of companies situated in the Free Zone Business Communities and Dubai Design District. The Authority’s focal points are with Real estate planning and development control, Regulatory and licensing services governing all strategic projects and industries within its jurisdiction, and Industry development.Dubai Civil Defense The Dubai Civil Defence (DCD) is a government organization under the Ministry of Interior of Dubai. DCD is responsible in securing every individual and properties into safety at all times and from all kinds catastrophe. Their vision is ‘To have the United Arab Emirates as one of the best countries in the world in achieving safety and security’.Real Estates and Free zonesMainly, EMAAR, NAKHEEL, and TECOM, etc. providenecessary approvals for real estate properties and other business offices. JAFZA, DSO (Dubai Silicon Oasis) approval is essential for business under free zone areas in Dubai.Other needed permits and approvals will be required after completing the application mostly done online. The basic required documents are:Trade LicenseTitle DeedEjari or Tenancy ContractCopy of Owner’s Passport, Emirates ID and VisaSite PlanCopy of drawingsBuilding managementThese approvals were made to help implement the rules and regulations of Dubai in order manage the continuous economic growth demand while maintaining order of safety and security of the sovereign and its people.Dubai Approvals Team provides quality approval service in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Name any permit or approval that you need and we will provide a systematic solution for your convenience. For more info visit https://www.dubaiapprovals.com/ . For services visit https://www.dubaiapprovals.com/servicesFor more info  :-  dubai municipality approvaldm approvalBusiness keeps on growing in the UAE, particularly in Dubai. The broadened acceptance of the country for the different nationalities, cultures, and religions helped a lot in maintaining its economy. The safety and security of every individual in its state makes it more assuring for investors and developers to engage with businesses in the ‘City of Gold’.

Starting a business in Dubai, is no joke. There are many kinds of approvals from specific government departments you should acquire before your business starts kicking.

Approvals in Dubai

have some factors to consider before knowing what kind of approval you need to acquire.For example, business industry and location, knowing these two will help you determine what kind of approvals needs to be on your list.

The following are the main authorities for approvals, scopes of these authorities are more departments that provide other approvals and permits to acquire the final approval.

Dubai Municipality

Dubai Municipality (DM) provides all approvals for the benefit of Dubai and its people. Necessary approvals which may include the design and construction of a building where the business is planned to be while maintaining the heritage of the United Arab Emirates.

Dubai Development Authority

The Dubai Development Authority (DDA) is responsible for the establishment and registration of companies situated in the Free Zone Business Communities and Dubai Design District. The Authority’s focal points are with Real estate planning and development control, Regulatory and licensing services governing all strategic projects and industries within its jurisdiction, and Industry development.

Dubai Civil Defense

The Dubai Civil Defence (DCD) is a government organization under the Ministry of Interior of Dubai. DCD is responsible in securing every individual and properties into safety at all times and from all kinds catastrophe. Their vision is ‘To have the United Arab Emirates as one of the best countries in the world in achieving safety and security’.

Real Estates and Free zones

Mainly, EMAAR, NAKHEEL, and TECOM, etc. providenecessary approvals for real estate properties and other business offices. JAFZA, DSO (Dubai Silicon Oasis) approval is essential for business under free zone areas in Dubai.

Other needed permits and approvals will be required after completing the application mostly done online. The basic required documents are:

Trade License

Title Deed

Ejari or Tenancy Contract

Copy of Owner’s Passport, Emirates ID and Visa

Site Plan

Copy of drawings

Building management

These approvals were made to help implement the rules and regulations of Dubai in order manage the continuous economic growth demand while maintaining order of safety and security of the sovereign and its people.

Dubai Approvals Team provides quality approval service in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Name any permit or approval that you need and we will provide a systematic solution for your convenience. For more info visit https://www.dubaiapprovals.com/ . For services visit https://www.dubaiapprovals.com/services

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Approvals in Dubai

Business keeps on growing in the UAE, particularly in Dubai. The broadened acceptance of the country for the different nationalities, cultures, and religions helped a lot in maintaining its economy. The safety and security of every individual in its state makes it more assuring for investors and developers to engage with businesses in the ‘City of Gold’.

Starting a business in Dubai, is no joke. There are many kinds of approvals from specific government departments you should acquire before your business starts kicking. Approvals in Dubaihave some factors to consider before knowing what kind of approval you need to acquire.For example, business industry and location, knowing these two will help you determine what kind of approvals needs to be on your list.

  The following are the main authorities for approvals, scopes of these authorities are more departments that provide other approvals and permits to acquire the final approval.

Dubai Municipality

Dubai Municipality (DM) provides all approvals for the benefit of Dubai and its people. Necessary approvals which may include the design and construction of a building where the business is planned to be while maintaining the heritage of the United Arab Emirates.

Dubai Development Authority

The Dubai Development Authority (DDA) is responsible for the establishment and registration of companies situated in the Free Zone Business Communities and Dubai Design District. The Authority’s focal points are with Real estate planning and development control, Regulatory and licensing services governing all strategic projects and industries within its jurisdiction, and Industry development.

Dubai Civil Defense

The Dubai Civil Defence (DCD) is a government organization under the Ministry of Interior of Dubai. DCD is responsible in securing every individual and properties into safety at all times and from all kinds catastrophe. Their vision is ‘To have the United Arab Emirates as one of the best countries in the world in achieving safety and security’.

Real Estates and Free zones

Mainly, EMAAR, NAKHEEL, and TECOM, etc. providenecessary approvals for real estate properties and other business offices. JAFZA, DSO (Dubai Silicon Oasis) approval is essential for business under free zone areas in Dubai.

Other needed permits and approvals will be required after completing the application mostly done online. The basic required documents are:

Trade License

Title Deed

Ejari or Tenancy Contract

Copy of Owner’s Passport, Emirates ID and Visa

Site Plan

Copy of drawings

Building management

These approvals were made to help implement the rules and regulations of Dubai in order manage the continuous economic growth demand while maintaining order of safety and security of the sovereign and its people.

Dubai Approvals Team provides quality approval service in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Name any permit or approval that you need and we will provide a systematic solution for your convenience.

For more info visit https://www.dubaiapprovals.com/

For services visit https://www.dubaiapprovals.com/services

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