Interpol has launched a new global Database called “I-Familia” to identify missing persons through family DNA and help the Police resolve outstanding cases in member countries.
I-Familia is the first global database for identifying missing people based on international DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) kinship matching.
When direct comparison is not possible, the database uses DNA samples from family members to identify missing people or unidentified human remains.
Family members must give their permission for their data to be used for international searching.
It builds on Interpol’s long track record of success with direct DNA matching.
The DEFENCE Minister issued an E-booklet titled ’20 Reforms in 2020,’ which highlights the major reforms undertaken by the Ministry of Defence (MoD) in 2020.
The following are the major reforms undertaken by the Ministry of Defence (MoD) in 2020:
Department of Military Affairs & Chief of the Defence Staff
Self-Reliance in Defence
Increased Defence Exports
Defence Acquisitions
Reforming Defence R&D
Digital Transformation
Strengthening Border
Participation of Women in Armed Forces
Reforms in National Cadet Corps
Aid to Civil Administration during Covid-19
Help beyond Boundaries
The Ministry of Power is implementing energy-saving measures with the goal of lowering CO2 emissions levels in the Environment from industries, establishments, and the use of equipment/appliances.
In this regard, the Power Ministry is implementing the PAT Scheme.
The Perform, Achieve, and Trade (PAT) Scheme is an important programme for large industries and establishments.
This scheme aims to improve the cost-effectiveness of energy Savings by upgrading technologies or implementing in-house energy-saving measures.
The scheme provides mandatory targets for identified large-scale units, and issues excess energy saved as energy-saving certificates, which are tradable tools.
Different industries and establishments have different Energy Efficiency targets based on their energy consumption and potential for energy savings.