PETROTECH-2019, widely regarded as India’s premier hydrocarbon conference, is taking place at the India Expo Centre, located in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. The auspices of the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, Government of India are behind this crucial event. Notably, this is the 13th edition, and the theme chosen is ‘Shaping the New Energy World through Innovation and Collaboration.’ Forming a biennial platform for both national and international experts in the oil and gas industry, PETROTECH provides an environment to exchange views, share knowledge, expertise, and experiences.
Mobile-App e-Cocoon: A Step Towards Quality Certification
Recently, the Ministry of Textiles launched a mobile application named e-cocoon. This app is aimed at promoting quality certification in the silkworm seed sector. Designated Seed Analysts and Seed Officers under the Central Seed Act will utilize this app for system and product certification through real-time reporting. India holds the unique distinction of being the only country producing all five known commercial silks – Mulberry, Tropical Tasar, Oak Tasar, Eri, and Muga. Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, and West Bengal are among the main Mulberry Silk producers in India.
Silk Production Facts & Data
| Type of Silk | Production Area |
|---|---|
| Mulberry Silk | Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, West Bengal |
| Vanya Silk (Tasar, Eri, Muga) | Odisha, Chhattisgarh, North-Eastern States |
| Four Varieties (Mulberry, Oak Tasar, Muga, Eri) | North East |
The Windrush Scheme: British Citizenship for Indians
Over 450 Indians have been confirmed their British citizenship under the British government’s ‘Windrush Scheme.’ This scheme gives citizenship to immigrants from Commonwealth countries who arrived or settled in the UK before January 1, 1973, and have resided continuously in the UK since their arrival. The term ‘Windrush Generation’ refers to the citizens who arrived in the UK before 1973, from former British colonies. In 1973, the rights of Commonwealth citizens to live and work in Britain were significantly curtailed. This generation includes a large proportion of Jamaican/Caribbean descent, but also Indians and other South Asians. The term ‘Windrush Generation’ is derived from the ship named ‘Windrush,’ which brought Jamaican workers to the shores of the UK in 1948.
