Current Affairs - Miscellaneous

Prime Minister Modi is set to virtually launch the redevelopment of 508 railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Scheme. The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaja Terminus, designated as a UNESCO world heritage site, has been allocated ₹1,813 crore for redevelopment under the scheme.

The ban on Ketoprofen and Aceclofenac for animal use aims to protect vultures and other raptor species from negative health impacts caused by consuming treated carcasses. The prohibition of Ketoprofen and Aceclofenac for animal use is implemented under section 26A of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, following the recommendation of the Drugs Technical Advisory Board (DTAB).

The 'Rajmargyatra' app introduced by NHAI aims to provide a seamless travel experience for highway users on Indian National Highways by offering comprehensive information and efficient complaint redressal. Also, the app sends over-speeding notifications to users to promote responsible driving behaviour and reduce accidents on national highways.

The Ayush (AY) visa category introduced by the Ministry of Home Affairs aims to allow foreign nationals to receive medical treatment under Ayush systems/Indian systems of medicine, including therapeutic care, wellness, and Yoga.

Cases are eligible for consideration under the Vivad se Vishwas 2.0 scheme if the arbitral award was issued up to January 31, 2023, or the court award was passed on or before April 30, 2023, in an arbitral proceeding or court proceeding involving the government or its undertakings.