D-sector

Corruption has not only hindered development of India but its role in creating and aggravating farm crisis is no less critical. Corrupt scientists, bank officials and policy makers have pushed farmers to the brink.

The Supreme Court has directed the Madhya Pradesh government to allot land to the oustees affected by acquisition of land for the Omkareshwar dam in accordance with the provisions of the relief and rehabilitation policy.

Average life expectancy (LE) has been steadily climbing and infant deaths dropped across much of the world during the first decade of the 21st century, according to figures released by the World Health Organization.

The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has reconstituted the Board of Governors for the Medical Council of India (MCI).

To secure the post-retirement life of postmen working in rural areas of country, the Department of Post (DoP) has launched service discharge benefit scheme which will benefit over 2.70 lakh 'Gramin Dak Sevaks' (GDSs).

Planning Commission Deputy Chairman Montek Ahluwalia said that Meghalaya Government should take policy initiatives that encourage private investment in both social and physical infrastructure.

TB is the third major killer of women aged between 15-44 years. The number roughly accounts for over 7, 00,000 deaths every year globally and afflicting millions.

The Madhya Pradesh government has deposited over Rs 1,000 crore directly into farmers’ bank account in order to execute its commitment to protect interests of farmers.

A controversial ban on burqa and niqab in France is expected to cause turbulence all over the world again. As per the ban, anyone wearing the Muslim niqab or veil will have to pay a fine of up to $216 and undergo a citizenship course.

In light of discrimination against women still persisting throughout world, UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has called on all the universities around the world to help in promoting gender equality.