In a significant move towards transparency, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has launched an online portal for political parties to submit their financial reports. The new system aims to simplify the process of filing Contribution Reports, Audited Annual Accounts, and Election Expenditure Statements, as mandated by the Representation of People’s Act, 1951. To ensure complete transparency, any political party refraining from online submission will have to provide a written justification, which will then be published online by ECI.
About Election Commission of India
ECI is an autonomous constitutional authority tasked with administering Union and State election procedures in India. Established on 25th January 1950 (also known as National Voters’ Day), its secretariat is based in New Delhi.
eSARAS App: Supporting Women Entrepreneurs
The Deendayal Antyodaya Yojna- National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) has taken a positive step forward by launching the eSARAS mobile App to support women in Self-help Groups (SHGs). The app aims to boost the marketing efforts for products manufactured by SHGs, thereby empowering women entrepreneurs.
New Initiative: eSARAS Fulfilment Centre
The eSARAS fulfilment centre, managed by the Foundation for Development of Rural Value Chains (FDRVC), will handle the processing, packaging, and shipping of products sold through the eSARAS Portal and App. This initiative ensures not only a user-friendly platform for promoting authentic handicrafts but also efficient logistics for delivering online orders to customers.
Neeraj Chopra’s Win at Lausanne Diamond League 2023
Neeraj Chopra, the Olympic gold medalist, secured top spot in the javelin event at the Lausanne Diamond League 2023. He achieved an impressive throw of 87.66 m, marking his second competition and first successful attempt since the Doha Diamond League.
Indian Oil Companies Shift to Yuan for Russian Oil Payments
In response to Western sanctions on Russia due to the Ukraine conflict, Indian refiners have turned to the Chinese yuan for oil payments. Indian Oil Corporation, India’s leading buyer of Russian crude oil, was the first state refiner to adopt this alternate payment method. This move indicates a strategic shift in payment methods amid changing geopolitical circumstances.
Data Carbon Ladder: A Tool for Measuring Digital Carbon Footprint
Scientists have developed a novel tool, known as the Data Carbon Ladder, which enables businesses to calculate their carbon emissions associated with digital data. As global data volumes are projected to exceed 180 zettabytes by 2025, this tool aids in understanding the carbon dioxide output of digital data, often overlooked in global decarbonization policies. In turn, this allows businesses to develop more sustainable, efficient, and eco-friendly solutions.
Last Modified: February 22, 2024