Rajesh Kumar Singh,
Lecturer cum Course Coordinator,
Dept. of Special Education (Mental Retardation)
Composite Regional Centre (CRC),
Lucknow-226017
Cell No.7860917591.
क्लीन लीन एंड ग्रीन? एशिया इन्फ़्रस्ट्रक्चर बैंक के बारे में संक्षिप्त विवरण
The Centre for Financial Accountability aims to strengthen and improve financial accountability within India by engaging in critical analysis, monitoring and critique of the role of financial institutions – national and international, and their impact on development, human rights and the environment, amongst other areas. For more information visit http://www.cenfa.org Get in touch with us at info@cenfa.org
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The document discusses the benefits of meditation for reducing stress and anxiety. Regular meditation practice can help calm the mind and body by lowering heart rate and blood pressure. Making meditation a part of a daily routine, even if just 10-15 minutes per day, can have mental and physical health benefits over time by helping people feel more relaxed and focused.
Ashoka University to improve governance in the state and driving a mass impact on ground. Running since 2016, the programme provides a platform to 25 young individuals each year, to work closely with the Chief Minister's Office for bringing transparency, accountability and efficiency in public service delivery in the state. The CMGGAs are recruited through a competitive process with the selection ratio of -1:100. The associates are trained and oriented about government functioning and structure through a 15 day boot camp at Ashoka University and are then posted across 22 districts to work in tandem with the district administration for a period of one year.
The document summarizes a dialogue session on ecoregion-specific water conservation in India. It discusses that India has 90 agro-ecological zones requiring different approaches to water conservation based on local conditions. Examples are shared from different regions of how communities are addressing water scarcity through reviving traditional structures and adopting localized solutions. Key recommendations include respecting geo-cultural diversity, converging government schemes for maximum impact, strengthening local institutions, recognizing traditional knowledge, and ensuring participation of communities, governments, and civil society in water security efforts. The dialogue series aims to develop solutions for water and livelihood security in India.
Rajesh Kumar Singh,
Lecturer cum Course Coordinator,
Dept. of Special Education (Mental Retardation)
Composite Regional Centre (CRC),
Lucknow-226017
Cell No.7860917591.
क्लीन लीन एंड ग्रीन? एशिया इन्फ़्रस्ट्रक्चर बैंक के बारे में संक्षिप्त विवरण
The Centre for Financial Accountability aims to strengthen and improve financial accountability within India by engaging in critical analysis, monitoring and critique of the role of financial institutions – national and international, and their impact on development, human rights and the environment, amongst other areas. For more information visit http://www.cenfa.org Get in touch with us at info@cenfa.org
We also publish Finance Matters, a weekly newsletter on the development finance. Archive can be accessed at http://www.cenfa.org/newsletter-archive/
To subscribe, email us at newsletter@cenfa.org
The document discusses the benefits of meditation for reducing stress and anxiety. Regular meditation practice can help calm the mind and body by lowering heart rate and blood pressure. Making meditation a part of a daily routine, even if just 10-15 minutes per day, can have mental and physical health benefits over time by helping people feel more relaxed and focused.
Ashoka University to improve governance in the state and driving a mass impact on ground. Running since 2016, the programme provides a platform to 25 young individuals each year, to work closely with the Chief Minister's Office for bringing transparency, accountability and efficiency in public service delivery in the state. The CMGGAs are recruited through a competitive process with the selection ratio of -1:100. The associates are trained and oriented about government functioning and structure through a 15 day boot camp at Ashoka University and are then posted across 22 districts to work in tandem with the district administration for a period of one year.
The document summarizes a dialogue session on ecoregion-specific water conservation in India. It discusses that India has 90 agro-ecological zones requiring different approaches to water conservation based on local conditions. Examples are shared from different regions of how communities are addressing water scarcity through reviving traditional structures and adopting localized solutions. Key recommendations include respecting geo-cultural diversity, converging government schemes for maximum impact, strengthening local institutions, recognizing traditional knowledge, and ensuring participation of communities, governments, and civil society in water security efforts. The dialogue series aims to develop solutions for water and livelihood security in India.
The document is a letter of exchange outlining a collaboration between UNICEF and the District Administration of Banda, India to address key child survival and development issues. It includes a work plan with activities, timelines, and responsibilities for both organizations in areas such as immunization, sick newborn care, nutrition programs, water and sanitation, and child protection. The letter expresses hope that the productive partnership will help make Banda a child-friendly district.
1. The document outlines a joint work plan between the district administration and UNICEF to address various issues in health, nutrition, WASH, education, and child protection.
2. It details the key responsibilities of the district administration and UNICEF for 9 programs, including timelines and responsible personnel.
3. The programs aim to improve immunization coverage, reduce malnutrition, promote breastfeeding and early childhood education, strengthen the child protection system, and encourage water conservation and quality monitoring.
The World Health Organization (WHO) states that cycling can reduce the risk of cancers, heart disease, and diabetes that are prevalent in sedentary lifestyles
The document discusses the benefits of meditation for reducing stress and anxiety. Regular meditation practice can help calm the mind and body by lowering blood pressure, reducing levels of the stress hormone cortisol, and regulating emotions. Making meditation a part of a healthy lifestyle can offer improvements to both mental and physical well-being.
The document discusses How Might We (HMW) statements in design thinking. It states that HMW statements frame challenges as opportunities and suggest solutions are possible without specifying solutions. Effective HMW statements are focused enough to limit confusion, rooted in previous work, and open enough to encourage creativity. The document then provides examples of potential HMW statements for reimagining travel during COVID-19 at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi, focusing on safety and compliance with measures. It outlines developing a shared vision, understanding the current situation, identifying key behavioral issues, and crafting an HMW statement to design ideas around.
This document outlines a 5-step "P Process" framework for guiding behavioral change programs:
1. Inquire - Define the behavioral problem through research and understanding audiences.
2. Design Strategy - Create a plan to address the problem by developing solutions and a theoretical framework.
3. Create and Test - Design interventions and test concepts with audiences, revising based on feedback.
4. Mobilize and Monitor - Implement the program, measure outcomes, and make adjustments.
5. Evaluate and Evolve - Assess the program's success, learn lessons, and consider how results can be expanded.
Participation and capacity building of partners and stakeholders is important for sustainability at each step.
The document introduces social and behavior change (SBC) and communication concepts. It discusses that communication is about relationships, not just message delivery. The social ecological model is mentioned. Behavior change is usually aimed at solving problems, which can have structural, policy, or individual/social behavioral solutions. The workshop goals are to develop a shared vision, understand the current situation, identify a behavior problem statement, and learn how behavior science and design thinking can shape interventions. Ends (goals) should drive means (steps). A COVID-19 example shared vision and current situation are provided to illustrate key concepts.
This document discusses concepts from behavioral science and economics that can help understand human behavior. It explains that classical economics assumes people act rationally with complete information, while behavioral science incorporates findings from psychology about cognitive biases. It then outlines seven core concepts from behavioral economics: 1) cognitive ease and System 1 vs System 2 thinking, 2) priming and framing, 3) status quo bias, 4) heuristics, 5) loss aversion, 6) defaults and nudges, and 7) commitment devices. Each concept is defined and an example application is provided to illustrate how it can inform messaging or program design to influence behaviors.
Developing Ground water level in Banda By Dr. Heera LalDr. Heera Lal IAS
The document discusses water management initiatives in Banda district, India. Most water sources were neglected, leading to dropping groundwater levels (1). The "Bhujal Badhao", "Peyjal Bachao Abhiyaan", and "Kuwa Taalab Jiao Abhiyaan" campaigns successfully induced behavioral changes among locals through community meetings, education and participation in conservation efforts like constructing contour trenches and rehabilitating ponds (2). These campaigns transformed the water crisis into a people's movement and helped achieve conservation objectives through collaborative multi-stakeholder efforts (3).
MoM of District Banda Nawab Tank Work Progress ReviewDr. Heera Lal IAS
The document appears to be a scanned receipt or invoice containing over 20 pages of dense text and numbers. It lists various items, quantities, prices, and totals but does not provide any contextual information about the purpose or nature of the transaction. The extensive length and lack of explanatory context mean the essential information cannot be determined from the document alone.
Director General, School Education & State Project Director Office Dr. Heera Lal IAS
The director general of school education in Uttar Pradesh is responding to a letter from the additional mission director of the National Health Mission in Uttar Pradesh. The letter acknowledges previous correspondence requesting that innovations piloted in Banda be implemented statewide. Many of the 22 innovations from Banda have already been incorporated into statewide interventions. The director general wishes the additional mission director the best with future endeavors.
