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LaQshya Program Analysis

The government of India has launched “LaQshya” (Labour room Quality improvement Initiative) to improve the quality of care in the labor room and maternity operation theatres in public health facilities. It’s a multipronged approach focused on Intrapartum and the immediate postpartum period. For Video explanation watch here Goal Reduce preventable maternal and newborn mortality, morbidity, and stillbirths associated with the care around delivery in the Labour room and Maternity OT and ensure respectful maternity care. Objectives To reduce maternal and newborn mortality & morbidity due to APH, PPH, retained placenta, preterm, preeclampsia & eclampsia, obstructed labor, puerperal sepsis, newborn asphyxia, and sepsis, etc. To improve the Quality of care during the delivery and immediate postpartum care, stabilization of complications and ensure timely referrals, and enable an effective two-way follow-up system. To enhance the satisfaction of beneficiar...

Daily current affairs 25 January 2025

1. Ordnance Factory Blast in Maharashtra Context and Details: • Event : A massive explosion at an ordnance factory in Bhandara, Maharashtra, resulted in 8 fatalities and 5 injuries. • Cause : The blast occurred in a building storing high-energy explosives used in ammunition manufacturing. • Response : The district administration formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT), while the Chief Minister announced compensation for the deceased’s families. Background: India is a significant producer and consumer of defense equipment. Ordnance factories, a legacy of British rule, play a key role in supplying arms and ammunition to the military. Incidents like this raise concerns about occupational safety and management in sensitive facilities. UPSC Relevance: 1. GS3 (Internal Security and Disaster Management) : • Occupational Hazards : Discuss safety protocols in defense establishments. • Disaster Management : Role of NDRF and forensic investigations in mitigating industri...

Daily Current Affairs 6 January 2025

GS Paper 2: Governance, International Relations South Korea's Political Instability Event : The impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol in South Korea and subsequent political turmoil. Relevance to India : India’s relations with South Korea are pivotal, especially in the context of economic cooperation, defense ties, and regional stability in East Asia. Political instability in South Korea could impact ongoing bilateral projects like infrastructure development and technology partnerships. India’s ‘Act East Policy’ relies on stability in the East Asian region to enhance trade and strategic collaboration. Impact : India may need to recalibrate its diplomatic engagement and ensure continuity in bilateral agreements. Urban Congestion Policies in Global Cities Event : New York City’s implementation of a congestion charge to combat traffic and pollution. Relevance to India : Indian metros like Delhi and Mumbai face similar urban challenges of congestion and air pollution. This presents ...