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NANDI Portal

Why in News?
Recently, the Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying launched Nandi – NOC Approval for New Drug and Inoculation System portal, at Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi.

About the NANDI Portal

• It aims to streamline the regulatory approval process for veterinary products.
• The portal enhances transparency and efficiency in assessing and examining proposals for veterinary drugs and vaccines.
• It is seamlessly integrated with the SUGAM portal of the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization, making the process more streamlined.
• The portal promotes the well-being of livestock and the livestock industry.
• It enables quick and easy coordination between various government departments and institutes, fostering growth and innovation.

Key Facts about the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization

• It is the National Regulatory Authority (NRA) in India for the medical devices industry under the provisions of the Drugs & Cosmetics Rules.
• It operates under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare.
• The Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) is the head of the CDSCO.
• Headquarters: New Delhi.
  • Under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, CDSCO is responsible for:
  • Approval of New Drugs
  • Conducting Clinical Trials
  • Establishing standards for Drugs
  • Ensuring control over the quality of imported Drugs in the country

CHAMPIONS 2.0 Portal

Why in News?
Recently, on the occasion of International MSME Day, the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, MSME launched ‘CHAMPIONS 2.0 Portal.

About CHAMPIONS 2.0 Portal

• The CHAMPIONS 2.0 portal is a single-window grievance redressal portal for Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
• CHAMPIONS stands for the Creation and Harmonious Application of Modern Processes for Increasing Output and National Strength.
• It was launched on June 1, 2020, by the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises.
• The portal operates in a Hub & Spoke Model, with the Hub located in New Delhi at the Secretary MSME’s office, and the spokes in various offices and institutions of the Ministry located in different states.
• The portal has expanded its scope by onboarding 25 ministries/departments/government institutions, 32 state governments, and 58 banks to cater to the operational requirements.

New Features

• The revamped CHAMPIONS 2.0 portal incorporates AI-driven chatbots to enhance user experience and provide efficient grievance redressal.
• The portal is available in 11 languages, including Hindi, Gujarati, Bengali, and Kannada, to cater to a wider audience.
• It includes a real-time feedback mechanism for analysis, allowing users to provide feedback on their experience with the portal.