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08 Feb, 09:13

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🎙 France Delivers 1st Mirage 2000-5 Jets to Ukraine

🔹France has officially delivered its first batch of Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets to Ukraine.

🔹 In a social media post, French Defence Minister Sebastien Lecornu confirmed that the first of these aircraft have arrived in Ukraine, though he did not specify the exact number.

🔹 Mr Lecornu added that, after months of training Ukrainian pilots, France will now assist Ukraine in defending its airspace.

🔹 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed the delivery, which comes amid growing concerns over potential reduced support from Washington following the inauguration of U.S. President Donald Trump.

🔹 Last June, French President Emmanuel Macron announced the transfer of Mirage 2000-5 jets to Ukraine as part of France’s military cooperation with Kyiv.

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08 Feb, 09:09

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🎙 9th Asian Winter Games Kick Off in Harbin; India Fields 88-Member Contingent

🔸The Ninth Asian Winter Games (AWG) 2025 has begun at Harbin, the capital city of northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province.

🔸 Chinese President Xi Jinping declared the Games open in the presence of visiting dignitaries, including International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach, this evening.

🔸 The Games will continue till the 14th of this month. A record 34 countries and regions are competing in the games.

🔸 The 88-member Indian contingent, which includes 59 athletes and 29 team officials, will participate in the games.

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08 Feb, 09:07

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🎙 Rajya Sabha Debates POCSO (Amendment) Bill; MPs Introduce AI & Deepfake Regulation Bills

🟢 A private member bill, namely the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Amendment) Bill, 2024, was introduced in the Rajya Sabha for consideration and passing today.

🟢 NCP MP Dr Fauzia Khan moved the bill, which seeks to amend the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012.

🟢 Speaking on this bill, Dr. Khan said several pressing threats are being faced today, such as drug abuse, digital exploitation, and rising cases of juvenile offences.

🟢 She said the National Crime Records Bureau reported that POCSO cases increased by 94.47 percent in six years since 2017.

🟢 She added that the number of registered cases had increased to over 2,99,000. She said this bill aims to address these challenges by introducing victim-centric reforms.

🟢 Speaking on the bill, Dr Radha Mohan Das Aggarwal of BJP welcomed the amendments introduced in the POCSO (Amendment) Bill 2024. He said the government started one-stop centres in 2015, and there are around 900 such centres operating in the country.

🟢 Congress MP Jairam Ramesh said that there is a need for legislative changes that would be instrumental in restricting children’s exposure to pornography.

🟢 BJP MP Dr. Sudhanshu Trivedi said that the Modi government has strengthened the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act. The discussion remained inclusive.

🟢 Earlier, several MPs introduced multiple private members’ bills in the Upper House. Trinamool Congress MP Mausam B. Noor introduced the Artificial Intelligence (Protection of Rights of Employees) Bill, 2023.

🟢 The bill seeks to protect the rights of employees in relation to the use and implementation of artificial intelligence in workplaces and regulate its use. She also introduced the Deepfake Prevention and Criminalisation Bill, 2023.

🟢 The bill seeks to prevent and criminalise the creation, dissemination, and use of deepfake content without consent or a digital watermark.

🟢 Another party MP, Derek O’Brien, introduced a bill to amend the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.

🟢 Congress MP Fauzia Khan introduced the Bill to Amend the Coaching Institutes (Accountability and Regulation) Bill, 2024.

🟢 The bill seeks to provide for the establishment of an authority to regulate coaching institutes across the country for the oversight and accountability of such institutes.

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08 Feb, 08:39

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08 Feb, 08:39

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08 Feb, 08:38

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08 Feb, 08:37

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08 Feb, 08:36

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08 Feb, 08:36

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07 Feb, 08:52

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🎙 H-1B visa registration for fiscal year 2026 to commence on March 7

🔹The initial registration period for the H-1B visas for fiscal year 2026 will commence on March 7 and close on March 24.

🔹 The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) said that prospective petitioners and representatives must use a USCIS online account to register each beneficiary electronically for the selection process and pay the associated registration fee for each beneficiary.

🔹 The USCIS further said that the Fiscal Year 2026 H-1B cap will use the beneficiary-centric selection process launched in Fiscal Year 2025.

🔹 The H-1B visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows US companies to employ foreign workers in speciality occupations that require theoretical or technical expertise.

🔹 Indians are the main beneficiaries of the H-1B visas, which bring in the best of the talent and brains from across the world.

🔹 Highly skilled professionals from India walk away with the overwhelming number of H-1B visas – which has a Congressional mandated limit of 65,000 every year and another 20,000 for those who received higher education from the US.

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07 Feb, 08:47

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🎙 FIFA suspends Pakistan Football Federation after failure to amend constitution

🔸 The International Football Federation (FIFA) has suspended the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) after it failed to amend its constitution as required for the smooth and fair governance of the sport in the country.

🔸 FIFA stated that Pakistan will remain suspended until the PFF Congress makes the necessary amendments. This is the Pakistan Football Federation’s third suspension since 2017.

🔸 Since June 2019, Pakistan’s football has been managed by a FIFA-appointed Normalisation Committee, which was tasked with organizing elections and addressing parallel factions within the football setup.

🔸 However, the committee has failed to effectively implement these plans. Despite several changes in the leadership and membership of the Normalisation Committee over the past five years, the core issues in Pakistan’s football structure remain unresolved.

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23 Jan, 02:05

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🎙 Nepal PM officially announces Sagarmatha Sambad on the occasion of the International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation

🔹 On the occasion of the International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation (IYGP), 2025, Prime Minister of Nepal KP Sharma Oli today announced the Sagarmatha Sambaad (Dialogue) scheduled to take place in Kathmandu on May 16-18, 2025.

🔹 The Prime Minister declared the inauguration of Dialogue amidst a programme organised by the Ministry of Forests and Environment and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers, Singha Durbar.

🔹 The government of Nepal has planned to host the event, the multi-stakeholder international dialogue forum, focusing on climate change, mountains and the future of human life.

🔹 The Sagarmatha Sambaad has been scheduled to be organised biannually as the PM suggested Nepal is the best place to raise Mountain protection and climate change.

🔹 The Prime Minister addressed the announcement ceremony, highlighting the objectives of the Dialogue.

🔹 Deputy Prime Ministers, ministers, secretaries, senior officials and the heads and representatives of the diplomatic missions in Nepal were present at today’s event.

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23 Jan, 01:58

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🎙 Australian Open Tennis: Badosa dispatches Gauff to make maiden Grand Slam semifinal

🔸 In Australian Open Tennis, eleventh seed Paula Badosa entered her maiden Grand Slam semifinal after upsetting World No. 3 Coco Gauff 7-5, 6-4 in the Women’s Singles quarterfinal today.

🔸 Badosa handed Gauff her first loss of 2025 in a 1-hour and 43-minute match inside Rod Laver Arena. The win also gave Badosa her first-ever Top 10 victory at a Grand Slam tournament.

🔸 The Spaniard now awaits the winner of the quarterfinal match between World No. 1 and two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka and No. 21 seed Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova.

🔸 In Men’s Singles, World No. 2 Alexander Zverev of Germany beat America’s Tommy Paul in a four-set quarterfinal match 7-6, 7-6, 2-6, 6-1.

🔸 In another quarterfinal set for later today, reigning Olympic champion Novak Djokovic of Serbia is set to take on four-time Grand Slam winner Carlos Alcaraz of Spain at Rod Laver Arena today.

🔸 In a setback to India, the Indo-China duo of Rohan Bopanna and Zhang Shuai lost the mixed doubles quarterfinal match 6-2, 4-6, 9-11 to the local pair of John Peers and Olivia Gadecki in Melbourne.

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23 Jan, 01:52

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🎙 Govt celebrates 10th anniversary of ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padhao’ scheme

🟢 Government is celebrating the 10th anniversary of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme today, marking a decade of relentless efforts to protect, educate, and empower the girl child.

🟢 Women and Child Development Ministry said the event in New Delhi will witness the participation of women officers from the armed forces, paramilitary forces, Delhi police, girl students and Anganwadi workers.

🟢 The Ministry said the 10th-anniversary celebrations will span from today till 8th March, culminating on International Women’s Day. Similar events will be organized at state and district levels.

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23 Jan, 01:47

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23 Jan, 01:43

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22 Jan, 09:10

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18 Jan, 15:27

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🎙 India Singapore celebrate 60 years of establishment of diplomatic relations

🔹 India and Singapore today discussed cooperation in semiconductors, industrial parks, skilling, digitalisation and trade development. External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar held a meeting with the visiting President of Singapore, Tharman Shanmugaratnam in New Delhi.

🔹 In a social media post, Dr Jaishankar said, that as the two countries celebrate 60 years of bilateral relations, he is confident that Singapore’s President’s visit will add new momentum to the Índia – Singapore comprehensive strategic partnership.

🔹 President Tharman will hold discussions with President Droupadi Murmu tomorrow at Rashtrapati Bhawan. President Murmu will also host a banquet in his honour.

🔹 Prime Minister Narendra Modi will also meet with the President of Singapore. Mr Shanmugaratnam is on a five-day visit to India. He is accompanied by a high-level delegation, including ministers, members of parliament, and officials.

🔹 This is his first visit to India as the President of Singapore. President Tharman will also visit Odisha on Friday and Saturday.

🔹 India and Singapore have extensive cooperation based on a long tradition of friendship, trust, and mutual respect. President Tharman’s visit is expected to provide further momentum to bilateral relations between the two nations.

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18 Jan, 15:20

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🎙 Kho Kho World Cup 2025: India defeats Brazil 64-34 at Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, New Delhi

🔸 In an exciting match at the Kho Kho World Cup 2025, Team India defeated Brazil 64-34 on Tuesday night at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, New Delhi.

🔸 The game kept fans on the edge of their seats as both teams displayed remarkable skill and strategy, with India finishing Day 2 of the tournament on a high note.

🔸 For India, Pratik Waikar was named the Best Player of the Match, while Pabari Sabar received the Best Attacker award.

🔸 Matheus Costa from Brazil was recognised as the Best Defender of the Match.

🔸 Brazil started strong in Turn 1, scoring 16 points while attacking against India. However, India made a solid comeback in Turn 2, stepping up their attack and gaining momentum.

🔸 Brazil applied pressure on India in Turn 3, but the Men in Blue responded brilliantly in Turn 4, securing an impressive 30-point victory to end the day on a positive note.

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18 Jan, 15:17

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🎙 Indonesian President to be Chief Guest at 76th Republic Day celebrations

🟢 President of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, will be the Chief Guest at the 76th Republic Day celebrations this year.

🟢 At the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Subianto will pay a state visit to India on the 25th and 26th of January.

🟢 According to the Ministry of External Affairs, this will be President Prabowo’s first visit to India after assuming office in October 2024.

🟢 This visit will provide an opportunity for the leaders to undertake a comprehensive review of bilateral ties as well as to discuss regional and global issues of mutual interest.

🟢 India and Indonesia share warm and friendly ties. As a Comprehensive Strategic Partner, Indonesia is an important pillar in India’s Act East Policy and the Indo-Pacific region.

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18 Jan, 15:10

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16 Jan, 15:32

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🎙 EAM Jaishankar meets with Spanish Foreign Minister at Spain-India Council Foundation in Madrid

🔹External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar and Spanish Foreign Affairs Minister José Manuel Albares participated in a session on ‘Strategic Alliances for a Changing World’ at the Spain-India Council Foundation in Madrid.

🔹 In a social media post on X today, Dr. Jaishankar highlighted that India-Spain collaboration is crucial in a turbulent world, strengthening the global economy and ensuring the training and mobility of talent.

🔹 He also noted that Spain is a key partner in deepening India’s relations with the EU, the Mediterranean, and Latin America.

🔹 Dr. Jaishankar added that governments, businesses, and institutions must work together to realise this potential and prepare for the next phase of ties.

🔹 The External Affairs Minister also exchanged views with Spain’s Defence Minister Margarita Robles.

🔹 Dr. Jaishankar highlighted that the two sides discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation in the defence sector, as well as regional and global issues.”

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16 Jan, 15:28

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🎙 India Women’s team to face Iran in Kho Kho WC 2025

🔸 The Indian Women’s Kho Kho team is set to face Iran in the Kho Kho World Cup 2025 this evening at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium.

🔸 Later tonight, the Indian Men’s team will compete against Peru, with their match scheduled to begin at 8:15 PM at the same venue.

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14 Jan, 06:10

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🎙 India Joins UN Panel to Shape Global Big Data Standards for Official Statistics

🔹 India has joined the UN Committee of Experts on Big Data and Data Science for Official Statistics.

🔹 As part of the committee, India will contribute to shaping global standards and practices in harnessing big data and data science for official statistical purposes.

🔹 In a statement, the Ministry of Statistics said that India’s inclusion in the Committee of Experts represents a significant leap forward for the country’s statistical ecosystem.

🔹 The Ministry mentioned that the country’s active engagement in the Committee of Experts will highlight its pioneering initiatives, including establishing the Data Innovation Lab and exploring alternate data sources.

🔹 The UN Committee of Experts on Big Data and Data Science for Official Statistics was created to investigate further the benefits and challenges of Big Data, including the potential for monitoring and reporting on sustainable development goals.

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14 Jan, 06:06

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🎙 Australian open 2025: Sumit Nagal crashes out after lossing first round of Men’s Singles

🔸 In the Australian Open tennis, Reigning champion and top-seeded Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus registered a commanding 6-3, 6-2 victory over former US Open winner Sloane Stephens in the first round of Women’s Singles today.

🔸 Fifth seed Qinwen Zheng of China, 11th seed Spaniard Paula Badosa and 14th seed Mirra Andreeva of Russia also advanced into the second round.

🔸 In Men’s Singles, Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen of China, Norway’s sixth seed Casper Ruud and the Japanese veteran Kei Nishikori rallied to make it into the second round of the tournament.

🔸 However, India’s Sumit Nagal crashed out of the Australian Open after losing to Czechia’s Tomas Machac in the first round at Melbourne Park.

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14 Jan, 06:03

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🎙 India celebrates National Youth Day in honor of Swami Vivekananda’s legacy

🟢 Today is National Youth Day. The day is celebrated on 12th January every year in commemoration of the great spiritual leader, philosopher and thinker Swami Vivekananda.

🟢 His inspiring life and empowering message urge the youth to nurture their dreams, unleash their energies, and shape a future worthy of his envisioned ideals.

🟢 President, Vice President and Prime Minister have paid homage to Swami Vivekananda on his birth anniversary.

🟢 In a social media post, President Droupadi Murmu said that Swami Vivekananda took the great spiritual message of the country to the Western world and infused a new self-confidence among the people of India.

🟢 She further asserted that Swami Vivekananda inspired the youth to unleash their potential, work towards nation-building, and serve humanity.

🟢 President Murmu wished for the legacy of Swami Vivekananda to continue and inspire countless people around the world.

🟢 Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar said, that as a beacon of India’s spiritual wisdom, Swami Vivekananda’s iconic 1893 Chicago address reflected the inclusive ethos of this land.

🟢 Mr Dhankhar added that he inspired Indians with pride, self-belief, and a call to serve humanity.

🟢 Vice President said, his clarion call to the youth – arise, awake, and stop not till the goal is reached, remains a timeless mantra for self-empowerment.

🟢 Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, an eternal inspiration for youth, Swami Vivekananda continues to ignite passion and purpose in young minds.

🟢 He said, government is committed to fulfilling his vision of a strong and developed India.

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🎙 Dr Syed Anwar Khursheed honoured with Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award 2025

🔹 Dr. Syed Anwar Khursheed, a distinguished Indian physician based in Saudi Arabia, will be awarded the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award 2025 today, the highest recognition for overseas Indians by the Government of India.

🔹 The award celebrates his remarkable contributions to healthcare, community welfare, and strengthening ties between India and Saudi Arabia.

🔹 With over 45 years of experience, Dr. Khursheed has served in key roles, including three decades at King Faisal Hospital and a decade at the National Guard Hospital as a Royal Protocol Physician.

🔹 During the COVID-19 pandemic, he played a critical role by providing essential healthcare, vaccine advocacy, and round-the-clock consultations to the Indian diaspora.

🔹 His dedication to public health extends to his work with the Hajj Program, where he offered medical assistance to Indian pilgrims in Mina and Arafat for over 30 years. He was also the personal Physician to King Abdullah.

🔹 Dr. Khursheed has also made significant contributions to education and community development.

🔹 He founded the International Indian School in Taif, fostering academic excellence and cultural integration for Indian expatriates.

🔹 Additionally, he has been instrumental in supporting underprivileged Indians through social and philanthropic initiatives, collaborating with organizations like the Gulbarga Welfare Society and MESCO.

🔹 Dr Syed is also the of Vice President, the Saudi-Indian Healthcare Forum under the patronage of the Embassy of India, Riyadh, since its inception on 8th Jan 2021.

🔹 Fluent in Arabic and deeply connected to Saudi culture, Dr. Khursheed has been a vital bridge between India and Saudi Arabia, enhancing bilateral relations in healthcare, education, and entrepreneurship.

🔹 His recognition of the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award underscores his enduring impact on the Indian community abroad and his role in strengthening India’s global presence.

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🎙 Malaysia badminton: Indian duo Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty reach semifinal with straight game victory over Malaysian pair

🔸 In Badminton, India’s pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty reached the semifinals of men’s doubles of the Malaysia Super 1000 badminton tournament today, with a straight-game victory over Malaysia’s Yew Sin Ong and Ee Yi Teo 26-24, 21-15 in 49 minutes.

🔸 The seventh-seeded Indian duo took an early lead in a closely contested first game, which lasted 28 minutes.

🔸 In the second game, the Malaysian pair led for much of the time before the interval, but Rankireddy and Shetty leveled the score at 11-11 and seized control after the break to seal the win.

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🎙 Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla chairs Standing Committee meeting of CSPOC

🟢 Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla chaired a Standing Committee meeting of the Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of Commonwealth Countries (CSPOC) in Guernsey yesterday.

🟢 Speaking at the meeting, Mr Birla said, India is witnessing massive transformation in several sectors, including agriculture, fintech, and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

🟢 He highlighted the importance of making Parliaments more effective, inclusive, and transparent to address global challenges such as climate change, terrorism, and cyber crime.

🟢 The Lok Sabha Speaker also highlighted the importance of making parliamentary institutions more effective, inclusive, and transparent to foster good governance and promote sustainable development.

🟢 Mr Birla emphasized the role of parliamentarians in shaping policies, allocating resources judiciously, and guiding governments in building a more equitable and sustainable future.

🟢 The session brought together Parliamentary leaders to address pressing global challenges and lay the groundwork for the 28th CSPOC, to be held in India next year.

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🎙 India-Bangladesh to Exchange 185 Fishermen and Vessels Today at Bay of Bengal

🔹 India and Bangladesh are likely to exchange 185 fishermen and their vessels detained in their respective countries today.

🔹 Dhaka agreed to hand over 95 Indian fishermen to Indian authorities.

🔹 In a reciprocal repatriation process, India too agreed to release 90 Bangladeshi fishermen detained in India.

🔹 The handing over event of fishermen is expected to be held on January 5, i.e., today, at the International Maritime Border in the Bay of Bengal between the Coast Guards of two countries, according to the foreign ministry of Bangladesh release issued on Thursday.

🔹 Besides, two Bangladeshi fishing vessels detained in India and six Indian fishing boats detained in Bangladesh will also be exchanged.

🔹 Earlier on Thursday, Bangladeshi authorities released the 95 Indian fishermen, who were held in Bagerhat and Patuakhali District Jails, and handed them over to the Bangladesh Coast Guards to carry out the repatriation process.

🔹 The 95 Indian fishermen were in Bangladeshi jails for more than two months.

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🎙 38th National Games’ torch ‘Tejaswini’ reaches Bageshwar in Uttarakhand

🔸 The 38th National Games’ torch ‘Tejaswini’ reached Bageshwar in Uttarakhand on Saturday, with district sports officials and sports lovers welcoming it.

🔸 Uttarakhand is hosting the event for the first time later this month. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami flagged off the torch rally of the Games from Haldwani on the 26th of December, 2024, which will reach Dehradun on January 25th after visiting 99 places in 13 districts.

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🎙 Education Minister launches Sashakt Beti, e-Drishti projects; distributes laptops & tablets

🟢 Union Minister for Education Dharmendra Pradhan has asserted that the government is planning to increase funds for the advancement of the educational infrastructure.

🟢 He said this while inaugurating the Samarpan Samaroh at the University of Delhi today. During the event, Mr Pradhan launched the Sashakt Beti and e-Drishti projects.

🟢 The Minister also distributed laptops and tablets to orphaned and single-parent females as well as visually impaired students under both projects.

🟢 He also launched the University of Delhi Ambulance. Further, the Education Minister released the Commemorative Volume of Donor’s Chronicle, 2024 during the event.

🟢 Speaking on the occasion, the Minister underlined that Delhi University is a desired destination for pursuing higher education amongst the students.

🟢 He also stated that in the coming years, the University will help in developing a knowledge-based economy.

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🎙 World Braille Day: Raising awareness on importance of braille for visually impaired people

🔹World Braille Day is being observed today. The day is observed annually to raise awareness about the importance of Braille as a means of communication for blind and partially sighted people.

🔹 In 2018, the United Nations General Assembly decided to proclaim the 4th of January as World Braille Day to commemorate the birth of Louis Braille, the visionary behind the braille system.

🔹 Braille is a tactile representation of alphabetic and numerical symbols using six dots to represent each letter and number which also includes musical, mathematical and scientific symbols.

🔹 The Braille language is used by blind and partially sighted people to read the same books and periodicals as those printed in a visual font.

🔹 As per the World Health Organization, at least 1 billion people globally have a near or distance vision impairment that could have been prevented or has yet to be addressed.

🔹 In India, the government has taken several initiatives to empower visually impaired individuals, emphasizing their rights, education, employment, and overall well-being.

🔹 These include the establishment of the National Institute for the Empowerment of Persons with Visual Disabilities, Model School for the Visually Handicapped, Braille Development Unit, and inclusion of Braille language in the National Accessible Library among others.

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🎙 Trophies & Mascots Unveiled for Inaugural Kho Kho World Cup in New Delhi

🔸 The trophies and mascots for the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup to be held in India were unveiled in New Delhi today.

🔸 The tournament, scheduled from January 13 to 19, will feature 21 men’s teams and 20 women’s teams from 24 countries.

🔸 The men’s championship trophy is blue, symbolising trust and determination, while the women’s trophy is green, representing growth and vitality.

🔸 The mascots, gazelles named Tejas and Tara, embody speed, agility, and teamwork.

🔸 This event marks a significant milestone for Kho Kho, aiming to establish it as a global sport.

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🎙 EPFO Launches Centralized Pension Payments System, Benefiting 68 Lakh Pensioners Nationwide

🟢 Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation, EPFO’s Centralized Pension Payments System is now fully operationalised across the country.

🟢 Pension worth about 1,570 crore rupees was disbursed to more than 68 lakh pensioners pertaining to all 122 pension disbursing Regional offices of EPFO for December last.

🟢 Labour and Employment Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya said, this modern system will ensure that pensioners can access their pensions from any bank, anywhere in the country swiftly and hassle-free.

🟢 Mr Mandaviya said that it will eliminate the need for physical verification visits and simplify the pension disbursement process.

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28 Dec, 07:00

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🎙 WHO Chief calls for release of UN staff following negotiation with Hout

🔹 Director General of the World Health Organisation (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has said the negotiation over the release of 13 UN staff arrested by the Houthi group in the Yemeni capital Sanaa has concluded.

🔹 In a social media post, Mr. Ghebreyesus said the WHO continues to call for the detainee’s immediate release.

🔹 The UN confirmed in June that 13 of its staff members have been detained by the Houthis in Sanaa.

🔹 Meanwhile, Mr. Ghebreyesus said that the Sanaa International Airport came under aerial bombardment as he and some other UN and WHO officials were about to board their flight from Yemen’s capital, Sanaa.

🔹 Noting that he and his colleagues are safe, the WHO chief said they will need to wait for the damage to the airport to be repaired before they can leave.

🔹 Israel yesterday launched airstrikes targeting Houthi-controlled military targets on Yemen’s western coast and inland Yemen.

🔹 The Houthis, who control much of northern Yemen, have been launching regular rocket and drone attacks against Israel since November 2023.

🔹 UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has condemned the escalation between Yemen’s Houthis and Israel and called for a ceasefire.

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🎙 Shooting: Vijayveer Sidhu wins Men’s 25m rapid fire Pistol title at 67th National Championship

🔸In Shooting, Olympian Vijayveer Sidhu clinched the Men’s 25-metre rapid-fire Pistol title at the 67th National Championship in Tughlakabad yesterday.

🔸 Vijayveer, who finished ninth at the Paris Olympics, scored 28 out of 40 shots.

🔸 Another Olympian, Gurpreet Singh won the silver, with 25 shots, while Shivam Shukla bagged the bronze, with 23 shots.

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🎙 4th Sushasan Saptah & ‘Prashasan Gaon ki Ore’ campaign conclude

🟢 The 4th Sushasan Saptah 2024 and the ‘Prashasan Gaon ki Ore’ campaign concluded on Wednesday.

🟢 The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances coordinated both the Sushasan Saptah and the nationwide “Prashasan Gaon ki Ore” campaign, which took place from the 19th to the 25th of this month.

🟢 This marks India’s largest campaign focused on citizen-centric governance and the doorstep delivery of services.

🟢 In his message, the Prime Minister stated, ‘Prashasan Gaon ki Ore’ is not just a slogan but a transformative effort to bring effective governance closer to rural communities.

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🎙 US President-elect Trump appoints Indian-American Sriram Krishnan as policy advisor on AI

🔹 In the United States, President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Indian-American entrepreneur Sriram Krishnan as the Senior White House Policy Advisor on Artificial Intelligence, AI. Krishnan will work closely with David Sacks, who has been appointed as the White House AI and Crypto Czar, to shape AI policy across the federal government, Trump said.

🔹 Following the announcement, Krishnan expressed his gratitude on the social media platform X. Krishnan’s appointment has been widely applauded by the Indian-American community, recognising his contributions to technology and leadership.

🔹 Born in Chennai, Krishnan moved to the United States after completing his graduation.

🔹 He began his career at Microsoft as a founding member of Windows Azure.

🔹 Apart from being a seasoned tech leader, he is also a venture capitalist, podcaster, and author.

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🎙 Martina Devi Wins Silver in Asian Junior Weightlifting Championship in Doha

🔸 In weightlifting, Martina Devi clinched a silver medal in the women’s junior +87kg category at the Asian Junior Championships in Doha today.

🔸 The 18-year-old from Manipur lifted a total of 225 kg to finish second. She also won a silver medal for her clean-and-jerk effort and a bronze for her snatch.

🔸 Medals are awarded separately for snatch, clean and jerk, and total lift in continental, World Cups, and World Championships.

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20 Dec, 04:54

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🎙 Biden Administration Eases H-1B Visa Rules to Help US Companies Hire Skilled Foreign Workers

🔹 The outgoing Biden administration has relaxed rules for H-1B visas that will make it easier for American companies to hire foreign workers with special skills and facilitate a smoother transition from F-1 student visas to H-1B visas.

🔹 The rule, announced by the Department of Homeland Security yesterday aims to provide greater flexibility to employers and workers by modernising the definition and criteria.

🔹 It moderated the definition and criteria for special positions and nonprofit and governmental research organisations that are exempt from the annual statutory limit on H-1B visas.

🔹 This move is likely to benefit thousands of Indian tech professionals.

🔹 Technology companies depend on it to hire tens of thousands of employees each year from countries like India and China.

🔹 As per the media reports, last year, Indian nationals accounted for more than 72 of the three lakh 86 thousand visas issued under the programme.

🔹 The most sought H-1B visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows US companies to employ foreign workers in speciality occupations that require theoretical or technical expertise.

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🎙 Kiran Ankush Jadhav clinches Men’s 50m Rifle 3P title at 67th National Shooting Championship

🔸 Indian Navy’s Kiran Ankush Jadhav beat Paris Olympic bronze medallist Swapnil Kusale and another Olympian Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar to clinch the men’s 50m rifle 3 positions (3P) title at the 67th National Shooting Championship Competitions in Bhopal yesterday.

🔸 Jadhav shot 465.8 in the final to leave Aishwary Pratap (463.1) of the home state in second place at the M.P. State Academy Shooting range.

🔸 Swapnil of Railways led the 45-shot final till the 40th shot but bowed out in third ahead of the final gold-deciding shot, with a tally of 451.8.

🔸 Jadhav was in third place till the 40-shot stage, before finishing with a series of 10.6, 10.4, 10.6, 10.0 and 10.8 to strike gold.

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🎙 Khelo India scheme implemented to promote sports like Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, Wrestling & Football: Sports Ministry

🟢 The Sports Ministry today informed that to promote sports including games like Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, Wrestling, and Football in the country several schemes including the Khelo India scheme are being implemented in the Country.

🟢 In a written reply to a question in Rajya Sabha, Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr Mansukh Mandaviya informed that besides Khelo India- National Programme for Development of Sports, schemes like assistance to National Sports Federations, special Awards to Winners in International Sports Events and their Coaches and National Sports Awards being implemented in the country.

🟢 Dr Mandaviya informed that pension to Meritorious Sportspersons, Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay National Welfare Program for Sportspersons, National Sports Development Fund and running of Sports Training Centres through Sports Authority of India being implemented in the country.

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🎙 French President Macron thanks PM Modi for India’s support after Cyclone Chido hit Mayotte

🔹 French President Emmanuel Macron has expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi after India extended its support in the aftermath of Cyclone Chido, a devastating storm that struck the French archipelago of Mayotte on Saturday.

🔹 Prime Minister Modi had earlier conveyed his condolences, stating, “Deeply saddened by the devastation caused by Cyclone Chido in Mayotte.”

🔹 He added that under President Emmanuel Macron’s leadership, France will overcome this tragedy with resilience and resolve.

🔹 He further said that India stands in solidarity with France and is ready to extend all possible assistance.

🔹 Responding to PM Modi’s message, President Macron thanked him on social media.

🔹 Cyclone Chido, a Category 4 storm, wreaked havoc as it swept through the southwestern Indian Ocean over the weekend.

🔹 According to Meteo-France, Cyclone Chido was the strongest storm to hit Mayotte in more than 90 years.

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🎙 Pranav Venkatesh wins FIDE World U-18 Youth Rapid & Blitz Chess titles

🔸 In Chess, India’s Pranav Venkatesh made history by clinching both the FIDE World Under-18 Youth Rapid and Blitz titles in Slovenia on Tuesday.

🔸 The top-seeded Indian Grandmaster from Chennai triumphed in the Rapid category, scoring an impressive 9.5 points to secure the gold medal.

🔸 Russia’s Alexander Khripachenko claimed silver with 9 points, while Ukraine’s Roman Pyrih earned the bronze with 7.5 points.

🔸 In the Blitz category, Pranav amassed an astounding 19.5 points, finishing with a round to spare.

🔸 Russia’s Dmitry Mochalov claimed silver with 15.5 points, while his compatriot Khripachenko took bronze.

🔸 Pranav was the only Grandmaster competing in the entire event, which included six categories across both Rapid and Blitz formats.

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🎙 Scottish Artist Jasleen Kaur wins Turner Prize for ‘Alter-Altar’ exhibition

🔹 Scottish artist Jasleen Kaur has won the prestigious Turner Prize, a major UK contemporary art award, as it celebrated its 40th anniversary.

🔹 Kaur was recognised for her exhibition Alter-Altar, which features a unique installation of a Ford Escort car decorated with a giant doily.

🔹 The announcement was made at a ceremony held at the Tate Britain gallery in London.

🔹 The 38-year-old artist beat three other finalists, Philippines-born Pio Abad, Manchester-born Claudette Johnson, and English artist Delaine Le Bas. Kaur received 32,000 US Dollars.

🔹 The Turner Prize, established in 1984, is awarded annually to a British artist for exceptional exhibitions or projects.

🔹 Previous winners include well-known artists like Anish Kapoor, Damien Hirst, and Steve McQueen.

🔹 Last year, Jesse Darling won for sculptures reflecting societal breakdown.

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06 Dec, 04:51

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🎙 India’s Pavan Kampelli secures Bronze medal in e-football event at 2024 Asian Esports Games in Bangkok

🔸 India’s Pavan Kampelli has secured a bronze medal in the e-football event at the 2024 Asian Esports Games in Bangkok, Thailand, yesterday.

🔸 This is the first-ever medal for India at the Asian Esports Games.

🔸 On the way to the bronze, Pavan also defeated Asgard Azizi of Team Indonesia by 2-1.

🔸 Pavan, who is popularly known as ‘Mr. Tomboy’ had recently emerged as the winner of the WAVES Esports Championship 2025 for eFootball last month.

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🎙 ISRO reschedules launch of ESA’s PROBA-3 mission

🟢 Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has rescheduled the European Space Agency’s PROBA-3 spacecraft launch due to an anomaly detected in the satellite.

🟢 It will now be launched at 4:12 PM today onboard PSLV-C59 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota.

🟢 Earlier, the mission was scheduled to be launched at 4:08 PM yesterday.

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🎙 Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah becomes Namibia’s first female President

🔹 In Namibia, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah of the ruling South West Africa People’s Organization (SWAPO) party has won the country’s eighth presidential election, becoming its first female president.

🔹 The electoral commission announced that she secured more than 57 per cent of the votes, while her closest rival, Panduleni Itula, garnered 26 per cent.

🔹 The 72-year-old Nandi-Ndaitwah, currently serving as vice president, has been a dominant figure in Namibian politics since the country gained independence from South Africa in 1990.

🔹 With years of experience in leadership roles, including foreign minister, she is well-regarded both domestically and internationally.

🔹 Earlier, SWAPO also claimed victory in the National Assembly elections, winning 51 of the 96 elected seats.

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Aryabhatta:👆

▪️ Aryabhatta was a fifth century mathematician, astronomer, astrologer and physicist. He was a pioneer in the field of mathematics.

▪️ At the age of 23, he wrote Aryabhattiya, which is a summary of mathematics of his time. There are four sections in this scholarly work. In the first section he describes the method of denoting big decimal numbers by alphabets.

▪️ In the second section, we find dificult questions from topics of modern day Mathematics such as number theory, geometry, trigonometry and Beejganita (algebra).

▪️ The remaining two sections are on astronomy. Aryabhatta showed that zero was not a numeral only but also a symbol and a concept. Discovery of zero enabled Aryabhatta to find out the exact distance between the earth and the moon. The discovery of zero also opened up a new dimension of negative numerals.
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YADADRI TECHNIQUE👆

▪️ Telangana State government would be focusing its efforts on improving green cover in the State through what is being termed the ‗Yadadri Model‘.

▪️ The model utilises the Miyawaki method of greening an area but also involving some localised techniques like usage of cow dung and urine for improving the fertility of soil.

▪️ The basic principle behind the model is high-density plantation in small areas.

▪️ There is no defined spacing between the plants and required number of plants per hectare may go up to 10000.

▪️ Success of the model depends on various sequences of events, like site selection, site development, soil nutrient enrichment, species selection, pit dimension, planting pattern, usage of organic bio-fertilisers and post-planting management including irrigation schedule.

▪️ The Yadadri Model has proven successful in not just making an area green but also creating rich biodiversity in the place. It is also cost-effective.
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GAVI GANGADHARESHWARA TEMPLE👆
▪️ Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple also Gavipuram Cave Temple, an example of Indian rock-cut architecture, is located in Bangalore in the state of Karnataka.
▪️ The temple is famous for its mysterious stone discs in the forecourt and the exact planning allowing the sun to shine on shrine in certain time of the year.
▪️ It was built in the 16th century by Kempe Gowda I, the founder of the city.
▪️ This cave temple dedicated to Shiva in Bengaluru is a well visited temple.
▪️ Built by Gautama Maharshi and Bharadwaja Muni in Vedic period.
▪️ Renovated in the 16th century AD by Kempe Gowda, the founder of Bengaluru, Temple Gavi Gangadhareshwara is an architectural marvel.
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🎙 Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri Co-Chairs First Round of India-Japan Dialogue on Economic Security in Tokyo

🔹 Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri today co-chaired the 1st round of India-Japan Dialogue on Economic Security, including Strategic Trade and Technology in Tokyo along with Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan Masataka Okano.

🔹 The Dialogue, attended by stakeholder Ministries, departments and agencies from both governments, was announced during the India-Japan 2+2 Ministerial meeting held in New Delhi on 20th August this year.

🔹 The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange views on respective economic security policies, strengthen partnership for building industrial and technological resilience and promote collaboration in research and application of key technologies.

🔹 Both sides underscored the need for closer collaboration to protect economic interests, and build resilient supply chains and critical infrastructure in identified sectors, by way of policy facilitation for business and academic partnership between relevant actors in India and Japan.

🔹 They also explored ways to facilitate talent exchange and upskilling in fields of common interest.

🔹Both sides agreed to bring concrete results through enhanced holistic collaboration in focus areas.

They recognized the Dialogue as a significant and timely step to bring contemporary relevance to the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership.

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🎙 Divith Reddy becomes World Champion in U8 World Cadets Chess Championship

🔸 In Chess, eight-year-old Divith Reddy has won the gold medal at the Under-8 World Cadets Chess Championship in Montesilvano, Italy.

🔸 The Telangana prodigy accumulated nine points out of a maximum of 11, tying with compatriot Sattwik Swain.

🔸 However, Divith secured the gold based on his superior tiebreak score. Sattwik claimed silver, while Ziming Guo of China took the bronze.

🔸 With a FIDE rating of 1784, Divith started strong in the championship, winning his first four games. After a brief setback with two consecutive losses, he made a spectacular recovery, triumphing in the final five rounds to clinch the championship title.

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29 Nov, 04:42

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🎙 Indian Coast Guard’s SAREX-24 maritime exercise to begin today

🟢 The 11th edition of Indian Coast Guard’s National Maritime Search and Rescue Exercise and Workshop (SAREX-24) will be held in Kochi, Kerala today.

🟢 Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh will inaugurate the event. The exercise is being held alongside the 22nd National Maritime Search and Rescue Board meeting.

🟢 Akashvani Correspondent reports, the event will feature the largest ever real time simulations aimed at honing the skills for effective Search and Rescue Operations and colloborative efforts among the regional and international maritime stakeholders.

🟢 Response operations to large-scale contigencies at sea will be the essence of the current edition of SAREX, based on the theme “Enhancing Search and Rescue Capabilities through Regional Collaboration.”

🟢 Today, various programmes which include Table Top exercises, workshops and seminars will be held, in which senior government and defence officials, various stakeholders and foreign delegates will participate.

🟢 Tomorrow, a sea exercise involving two large-scale contingencies will be carried out off the coast of Kochi, with the participation of ships, aircraft and boats of the Coast Guard, Navy, Air Force, Cochin Port Authority and Customs.

🟢 The exercise will evaluate the efficiency of operations and coordination between national stakeholders, and also focus on cooperative engagements with littoral states and friendly foreign countries.

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🎙 Voyage Sri Lanka 2024 conference on blue economy potential held in Colombo

🔹 A Conference on potential of blue economy in the Indian Ocean region, Voyage Sri Lanka 2024, was held at Colombo today.

🔹 Speaking at the Conference, Vice Chairman of India Sri Lanka chamber of Commerce and Industry Dr. Naresh Bana has said that Neighbourhood first policy and increasing trade and commerce between India and Sri Lanka is important for both countries.

🔹 He added that India has been helping Sri Lanka in several ways including in energy sector, ports, railways among others.

🔹 Dr. Bana said that India through the International Solar Alliance has helped Sri Lanka through capacity building, financing and execution of projects apart from helping develop wind energy capabilities of about 500 Mega Watts.

🔹 The event organised by Sri Lanka’s Export Development Board at Colombo bringing together stakeholders and experts in the region on blue economy.

🔹 Blue economy contributes 4 percent to India’s GDP and covers 95 percent of all international trade by volumes.

🔹 With immense impact and potential, India’s G20 presidency highlighted the need to build a sustainable and resilient blue economy.

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28 Nov, 12:54

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🎙 Syed Modi International 2024 badminton tournament kicks off in Lucknow

🔸 PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen will be the top Indian players in action at the Syed Modi International 2024 badminton tournament, which began today in Lucknow.

🔸 The Syed Modi India International 2024 is a BWF Super 300 event.

🔸 All matches will be played at the badminton courts of the Babu Banarasi Das Indoor Stadium, and the tournament will conclude on the 1st of next month.

🔸 The Indian badminton challenge in the women’s singles will be led by two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu, while Paris 2024 Olympics semi-finalist Lakshya Sen will be the top-ranked Indian men’s player in singles.

🔸 Meanwhile, the Asian and Commonwealth Games gold medallist duo of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty has withdrawn from the tournament.

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28 Nov, 12:51

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🎙 PAN 2.0 Project A Transformative Initiative to Modernize Taxpayer Registration: Ministry of Finance

🟢 Ministry of Finance has said that PAN 2.0 Project, which has been approved by the Union Cabinet, is a transformative initiative to modernise taxpayer registration through advanced e-governance.

🟢 The Ministry added that this project aims to streamline and modernise the process of issuing and managing Permanent Account Number-PAN and Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number-TAN, making it more user-friendly and efficient.

🟢 PAN 2.0 also aims to revolutionize the existing system by integrating all PAN and TAN services into a unified portal, ensuring a seamless and paperless process. It added that free e-PAN services and simplified updates enhance convenience for taxpayers.

🟢 The Ministry added that old PAN cardholders need not worry as existing PAN cardholders are not required to apply for a new PAN under the upgraded system.

🟢 The current valid PAN cards will remain fully operational under PAN 2.0 unless holders request an update or correction.

🟢 It said, no new PAN card will be issued unless a specific request for updates or corrections is made.

🟢 The PAN 2.0 Project adopts global standards to enhance taxpayer registration with seamless digital processes and strong data security.

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26 Nov, 23:03

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🎙 India Global Forum opens in Dubai, showcasing India-UAE-Africa synergy

🔹The India Global Forum’s flagship Middle East & Africa 2024 (ME&A 2024) opened today in Dubai, uniting leaders from India, the Middle East, and Africa under the theme ‘Limitless Horizons.’

🔹 The two-day forum aims to strengthen partnerships in key sectors, including technology, finance, sustainability, and innovation, featuring over 200 speakers and 1,000 participants.

🔹 Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, addressed the gathering through a recorded message and highlighted the enduring strength of India-UAE relations.

🔹 “The friendship between Bharat and the UAE is regarded worldwide as a model of mutual trust and collaboration,” he said.

🔹 Reflecting on the success of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), he added, “The agreement has expanded bilateral trade to about $85 billion annually, unlocking significant opportunities for MSMEs and startups.

🔹 Let us work together to realize Vision Bharat 2047 and the UAE’s ambitious Centennial 2071 Vision.”

🔹 Indian Ambassador to the UAE, Sunjay Sudhir, echoed these sentiments, celebrating the rapid transformation of bilateral ties. “Our corridor has evolved into a corridor of trade, technology, talent, and trust,” he remarked.

🔹 On the swift negotiation of CEPA, he noted, “The agreement was finalized in just 88 days testament to the mutual trust between our nations.”

🔹 IGF Founder and Chairman Manoj Ladwa emphasized the forum’s broader mission, stating, “India-UAE ties are not merely about trade agreements but reflect a deeper alignment of values and shared aspirations.

🔹 IGF Middle East & Africa is an opportunity to translate this momentum into tangible benefits for our nations and the broader region.”

🔹 He added, “Our future lies not in conflict but in conversation and collaboration.

🔹 The challenges of poverty, climate change, inequality, and digital divides demand a collective response to build a sustainable future.”

🔹 The fourth edition of the forum coincides with significant developments in India-UAE relations, including the recently signed Bilateral Investment Treaty and a landmark MoU on civil nuclear cooperation.

🔹 With the UAE serving as India’s third-largest trading partner, bilateral trade reached $83.65 billion in 2023-24, reflecting the strengthening economic ties between the two nations.

🔹 IGF ME&A 2024 also addresses critical global challenges such as climate change, digital transformation, and sustainability.

🔹 With its diverse line-up of policymakers, innovators, and industry leaders, the event is set to advance regional and global collaboration while showcasing the dynamism of contemporary India and its growing influence on the global stage.

🔹 The India Global Forum serves as a vital platform to showcase the transformative journey of contemporary India, presenting its rapid growth and change as a unique opportunity for the world.

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26 Nov, 22:55

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🎙 Ding Liren defeats Gukesh in opening round of 2024 World Chess C’ship

🔸 In chess, reigning World Champion Ding Liren defeated India’s Dommaraju Gukesh in the opening round of the 2024 World Chess Championship in Singapore today.

🔸 Playing with the Black pieces, Ding capitalized on Gukesh’s risky opening, launching a powerful counterattack that gave him an early lead and eventually secured the victory.

🔸 Round 2 of the World Chess Championship will be held tomorrow, with the match starting at 2:30 PM IST. The championship consists of 14 classical games.

🔸 The first player to reach 7.5 points will be crowned the winner.

🔸 If the players are tied after 14 games, tiebreak matches with shorter time controls will be held to determine the winner.

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26 Nov, 22:52

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🎙 Nation celebrates National Milk Day on Dr. Verghese Kurien’s 103rd birth anniversary

🟢 National Milk Day is being celebrated today to honour the 103rd birth anniversary of Dr. Verghese Kurien, fondly remembered as the Father of the White Revolution in India.

🟢 Gujarat, considered the cradle of India’s White Revolution, has witnessed significant growth in milk production over the years.

🟢 The state’s milk production increased by 119.63 lakh metric tons in the last 22 years, with an average increase of 10.23 per cent.

🟢 The state contributes 7.49 per cent to India’s total milk production.

🟢 During the last 22 years, milk production in the state has increased by 119.63 lakh metric tons, with an average increase of 10.23 percent which is more than the country’s average growth in milk production.

🟢 An unprecedented rise has also been seen in the per capita availability of milk in the state during the last 22 years Amul Federation, which was started with only 6 member unions and a turnover of Rs. 49 crore, currently has 18 member unions in Gujarat.

🟢 Through these 18 member unions, Amul Federation collects more than 3 crore litres of milk from across the state every day and prepares various products from it which are sold across India and in about 50 different countries.

🟢 The Amul model of dairy development has made India proud worldwide by creating a self-reliant model for the socio-economic development of livestock farmers.

🟢 Gujarat Government’s decision to set up a “Sexed Semen Laboratory” at Patan is also proving beneficial to ensure the birth of good quality calves.

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26 Nov, 22:43

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26 Nov, 22:40

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26 Nov, 12:56

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🎙 India-EU Energy Panel Holds 10th Meeting in Brussels

🔹 The 10th meeting of the India-EU Energy Panel was held on 21st November in Brussels.

🔹 It was co-chaired by Secretary (West), Ministry of External Affairs, Tanmaya Lal and Director-General for Energy, European Commission, Ditte Juul Jørgensen.

🔹 The meeting was also attended by representatives of Ministry of New and Renewable Energy and Ministry of Power from the Indian side and Directorate General for Energy and Directorate General for Climate Action, European Commission from the EU side.

🔹 External Affairs Ministry said in a statement that the Energy Panel focussed on the energy transition priorities of the two sides and took stock of the achievements of the 2nd Phase of the India-EU Clean Energy and Climate Partnership 2021-2024.

🔹 The two sides undertook and completed joint initiatives involving technical cooperation in 51 activities divided into nine sectors.

🔹 The two sides have also charted out the framework for green hydrogen cooperation, which includes cooperation on green hydrogen policies of India and the EU.

🔹 EU and EU Member States participated in the International Conference on Green Hydrogen 2024 in India, while India joined as an exclusive country partner of European Hydrogen Week 2024.

🔹 India and the EU also entered into long term research commitments to jointly support research in clean energy projects as part of the India-EU Trade and Technology Council Working Group on Clean and Green Technologies, which was established in January last year.

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26 Nov, 12:46

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🎙 40th All India Governor’s Gold Cup International Football Tournament concluded in Gangtok

🔸 North East United Football Club became the champion of the 40th All India Governor’s Gold Cup International Football Tournament 2024 held at Paljor Stadium, Gangtok on Sunday.

🔸 In the nail-biting final match played here on Sunday, North East United FC defeated the home team, Gangtok Himalayan Sporting Club in the tie-breaker.

🔸 Governor Om Prakash Mathur was present as the chief guest and was accompanied by the Chief Minister PS Tamang as the Guest of Honour.

🔸 The thrilling final match was witnessed by stadium packed with football lovers who cheered up their teams throughout the match.

🔸 The full time of the match ended goalless and the match directly entered into tie-breaker through penalty shoot-out.

🔸 In the tie-breaker, North East United FC converted all four penalty shots into goals but Gangtok Himalayan SC managed to score only three goals out of five shots.

🔸 Another highlight of the final match was an exhibition match between Chief Minister XI and GTA XI where GTA XI defeated Chief Minister XI by 4-3 Goals.

🔸 A total of 16 teams participated in this fortnight-long football tournament, which kicked off on 8th November.

🔸 The tournament had four international clubs from Nepal, Bhutan, Dubai and Malaysia.

🔸 This prestigious football tournament of the country was organized by Sikkim Football Association.

🔸 The tournament took place after a gap of five years as the last edition of the tournament was held in 2019.

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23 Nov, 05:17

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🎙 Armenia becomes 104th full member of International Solar Alliance

🔹 Armenia has become the 104th full member of the International Solar Alliance.

🔹 Armenia handed over the Indian Solar Alliance Instrument of Ratification during a meeting between its Ambassador to India, Vahagn Afyan, and the Joint Secretary of the Ministry of External Affairs, Abhishek Singh, in New Delhi yesterday.

🔹 Our correspondent reports that the International Solar Alliance is a global intergovernmental organization dedicated to advancing solar power adoption for a carbon-neutral future.

🔹 The International Solar Alliance is a collaborative initiative between India and France aimed at uniting efforts to combat climate change by implementing solar energy solutions.

🔹 It was conceptualized on the side lines of COP21 in Paris in 2015. The aim of this mission is to accelerate the deployment of solar energy globally in support of Climate Action.

🔹 It has brought together several countries to collectively address barriers related to technology, finance, and capacity in scaling up solar energy.

🔹 Its mission is to unlock one trillion dollar in solar investments by 2030 while reducing technology and financing costs.

🔹 India is playing a crucial role in shaping the sustainable energy future by providing renewable energy solutions to the world.

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23 Nov, 05:11

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🎙 BCCI announces dates for next three Indian Premier League seasons

🔸 In a first-of-its-kind move, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the dates for the next three Indian Premier League seasons.

🔸 According to media reports, the 2025 season is set to run from March 14 to May 25, followed by the 2026 season from March 15 to May 31, and the 2027 season from March 14 to May 30.

🔸 The 2025 season will feature 74 matches, consistent with the previous three editions.

🔸 However, this is ten fewer than the 84 matches outlined in the IPL’s 2022 media rights document for the 2023-27 cycle.

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🎙 I4C and DoT block 17,000 WhatsApp accounts linked to cybercrime in South East Asia

🟢 Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C), in collaboration with the Department of Telecommunications, has successfully blocked 17,000 WhatsApp accounts linked to cybercriminals operating in South East Asia.

🟢 According to Union Home Ministry, the initiative aims to disrupt offshore criminal networks and strengthen India’s digital security.

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23 Nov, 05:00

Q - 5 for today (23rd Nov. 2024) 👆

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23 Nov, 04:59

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22 Nov, 13:13

Charak:👆

▪️ Charak is considered the father of ancient Indian science of medicine.

▪️ He was the Raj Vaidya (royal doctor) in the court of Kanishka.

▪️ His Charak Samhita is a remarkable book on medicine. It has the description of a large number of diseases and gives methods of identifying their causes as well as the method of their treatment.

▪️ He was the first to talk about digestion, metabolism and immunity as important for health and so medical science.

▪️ In Charak Samhita, more stress has been laid on removing the cause of disease rather than simply treating the illness. Charak also knew the fundamentals of Genetics. Don’t you find it fascinating that thousands of years back, medical science was at such an advanced stage in India.
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MAGNETOTELLURICS (MT)👆
▪️ The National Centre for Seismology (NCS) has started a geophysical survey over the Delhi region for accurate assessment of seismic hazards. This survey is called Magnetotellurics (MT).
▪️ Magnetotellurics (MT) is an electromagnetic geophysical method for inferring the earth's subsurface electrical conductivity from measurements of natural geomagnetic and geoelectric field variation at the Earth's surface.
▪️ Investigation depth ranges from 300 m below ground by recording higher frequencies down to 10,000 m or deeper with long-period soundings.
▪️ The method is now used in exploration surveys around the world.
▪️ Commercial uses include hydrocarbon (oil and gas) exploration, geothermal exploration, carbon sequestration, mining exploration, as well as hydrocarbon and groundwater monitoring.
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18 Nov, 07:59

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🎙 UAE Launches Global Energy Efficiency Alliance at COP29

🔹 The UAE has unveiled an ambitious initiative to establish the ‘Global Energy Efficiency Alliance’ during COP29, hosted in Azerbaijan.

🔹 This move aims to double global energy efficiency rates by 2030 and contribute to significant emission reductions.

🔹 The initiative builds on the ‘UAE Consensus‘ from COP28, a commitment that brought together countries, organizations, and corporations to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable resource management.

🔹 The UAE plans to lead the alliance by sharing its expertise in energy efficiency, fostering knowledge transfer, and building effective partnership models with the private sector.

🔹 The alliance is designed to support the reduction of carbon emissions and the sustainable use of natural resources through knowledge sharing, capacity building, and standardization efforts.

🔹 It aims to encourage strategic public-private partnerships and bolster investments in energy efficiency initiatives.

🔹 The alliance will focus on compiling and disseminating best practices, with a particular emphasis on assisting African nations.

🔹 This support will extend to developing financing options and technological solutions vital for the continent’s progress in energy sustainability.

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18 Nov, 07:52

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🎙 Women’s Asian Champions Trophy: India thrash China 3-0

🔸 In Hockey, hosts India maintain their unbeaten record at the ongoing Women’s Asian Champions Trophy at Rajgir as they thrash China 3-0 in their fourth match this evening.

🔸 With this victory, India has taken over China at the top spot in the tournament with four back-to-back wins.

🔸 Despite their strong start China struggled throughout and suffered their first defeat in the championship.

🔸 Goals by Sangita, Salima, and Deepika helped India win the match. Captain Salima Tete was adjudged player of the match.

🔸 In other matches today, Japan beat Malaysia 2-1 and Korea defeated Thailand 4-0.

🔸 In tomorrow’s matches, India will take on Japan at 4.45 pm. China will play Korea and Malaysia will take on Thailand.

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18 Nov, 07:49

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🎙 43rd IITF begins at Bharat Mandapam with theme ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’

🟢 The 43rd India International Trade Fair (IITF) is underway at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.

🟢 Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurated the 14-day fair yesterday.

🟢 The theme of this year’s fair is Viksit Bharat in 2047. Jharkhand is the focus state of the Trade Fair this year, while Bihar and Uttar Pradesh are the partner states.

🟢 Talking to Akashvani News, an exhibitor from Bangalore expressed gratitude towards the Ministry of Mines and Central Government for providing opportunities to showcase his products and services at the annual fair.

🟢 Another exhibitor also hailed the arrangements made by the government and thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the establishment of Bharat Mandapam for the annual fair.

🟢 The event is hosting over three thousand five hundred exhibitors from India and abroad.

🟢 Further, the event is expected to attract nearly one lakh visitors daily, reflecting its status as one of the largest trade fairs in South Asia.

🟢 The fair, currently hosting its business days, will open for the general public from the 19th of this month till the 27th of November.

🟢 The fair tickets will be available from 55 designated DMRC metro stations, Bharat Mandapam Mobile App and ITPO’s official website.

🟢 The tickets are free for senior citizens and differently-abled.

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18 Nov, 07:38

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16 Nov, 05:29

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🎙 IMF delegation to visit Sri Lanka next week for 3rd review of nation’s financing programme

🔹 A delegation from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) will visit Sri Lanka next week for the third review of the island nation’s financing programme.

🔹 The team, led by IMF Senior Mission Chief Peter Breuer, will assess Sri Lanka’s economic policies, progress on ongoing reforms, and the implementation of previous agreements with the IMF.

🔹 Upon successful completion of the review, the IMF is expected to release the next installment of the loan to Sri Lanka.

🔹 The IMF had approved a 2.9 billion dollar Extended Fund Facility for Sri Lanka over a 48-month period in tranches to help its economy recover from the economic crisis.

🔹 The island had witnessed an acute forex shortage in 2022, resulting in a short supply of essentials that are imported by Sri Lanka.

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🎙 PV Sindhu advances to pre-quarterfinals at Kumamoto Masters Japan 2024

🔸In Badminton, India’s two-time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu has advanced to the Women’s Singles pre-quarterfinals of the Kumamoto Masters Japan 2024 tournament.

🔸 She defeated Thailand’s Busanan Ongbamrungphan 21-12, 21-8 in the opening round in just 38 minutes today.

🔸 However, Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen lost to Leong Jun Hao of Malaysia in the first round of the Men’s Singles, 22-20, 17-21, 16-21.

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🎙 Centre issues new guidelines to regulate misleading advertisements by coaching institutes

🟢 The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has issued guideline that all coaching institutes must disclose relevant information regarding their students and courses to prevent parents and candidates from being mislead.

🟢 Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare issued a set of guidelines in New Delhi against the misleading advertisement used by various coaching institutes.

🟢 The guidelines require coaching institutes to prominently display any disclaimer and clarification regarding its functioning while consent is required for use of photograph and testimonial from minor candidates only after their selection.

🟢 As per the guidelines, the institutes must also accurately declare their services, facilities and infrastructure.

🟢 The guidelines have established clear definitions of Coaching, Coaching Center and Endorser.

🟢 The Secretary further warned against advertising false and unverified claims, guarantees and success rate.

🟢 She mentioned that nine UPSC coaching institutes had claimed cummulatively over 2 thousand 600 selections during civil services exam last year, however, only around 1 thousand candidates were selected in that year.

🟢 The CCPA has so far issued notice to 45 UPSC coaching institutes and claimed over 56 lakh rupees in penalties for misleading advertisements.

🟢 Repeated violations may lead to higher penalties and even suspension.

🟢 The coaching institutes must also have a pro-active consumer grievance redressal mechanism.

🟢 So far over one crore rupees have been refunded by the institutes after intervention from the National Consumer Helpline from September last year to August this year.

🟢 The Secretary highlighted that these guidelines will bring transparency and truthfulness to inform the consumer better.

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15 Nov, 06:55

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🎙 UN Climate Change Conference, COP29 begins at Baku in Azerbaijan

🔹 The annual U.N. Climate Change Conference (COP29) kicked off in Baku, Azerbaijan, today.

🔹 Dubbed the ‘Finance COP,’ the two-week-long event will focus heavily on securing a new climate finance target for countries most vulnerable to climate impacts.

🔹 For India and the Global South, access to finance, technology, and energy resources remains critical to meeting climate targets and protecting communities on the frontlines of climate change.

🔹 India has so far played a key role in shaping global climate finance frameworks to address the urgent funding needed for both mitigation and adaptation efforts.

🔹 At Baku, India will seek a New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) for climate finance, which is far ahead of the outdated 100 billion dollar annual target set in 2009.

🔹 India’s Economic Survey 2023-24 indicates that India will need approximately 2.5 trillion dollars by 2030 to fulfil its commitments under the Paris Agreement.

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15 Nov, 06:48

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🎙 Joshna Chinappa advances to quarterfinals of Monte Carlo Classic 2024

🔸 In Squash, India’s Joshna Chinappa advanced to the women’s singles quarterfinals of the Monte Carlo Classic 2024, in Monaco last evening.

🔸 The 38 year old Indian defeated the fourth seeded Melissa Alves of France, 3-2, in a fiercely fought pre-quarterfinal last evening.

🔸 Chinappa will next take on the sixth seeded English player Alicia Mead this evening.

🔸 Meanwhile, another Indian player, Tanvi Khanna faced a defeat against Hana Ramadan of Egypt, NIL-3, in straight games.

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13 Nov, 09:36

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🎙 First human case of H5 bird flu confirmed in Canada

🔹 In Canada, a teenager in British Columbia has tested positive for bird flu, marking the country’s first confirmed human case of the H5 strain.

🔹 The provincial health department said, the individual is receiving treatment in a children’s hospital for H5 avian flu, where specialists are closely monitoring their condition.

🔹 It has launched an investigation to trace the infection’s source and identify any potential contacts.

🔹 Health officials suspect the transmission likely originated from an animal.

🔹 British Columbia Health officials said this is a rare event and they are conducting a thorough investigation to fully understand the source of exposure.

🔹 Bird flu is most commonly found in wild birds and poultry, but has more recently been detected in mammals, with an outbreak in cattle seen across the United States this year.

🔹 It can occasionally infect humans through close contact or contaminated environments.

🔹 Scientists have voiced concern about the growing number of mammals becoming infected by bird flu, even if cases in humans remain rare.

🔹 They fear a high rate of transmission could facilitate a mutation of the virus, which could enable it to be passed from one human to another.

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🎙 India to face South Africa in third T20 International in Centurion tonight at 8:30 PM

🔸 In Cricket, India will take on South Africa in the third T20 International of the four-match series in Centurion, South Africa, this evening. The match is scheduled to begin at 8.30 PM.

🔸 The series stands in a 1-1 draw, after South Africa defeated the visitors by 3 wickets in a low scoring thriller last Sunday.

🔸 Opting to bowl after winning the toss, the hosts restricted the Indian batting line up at a paltry 124 for 6 in the stipulated 20 overs.

🔸 They surpassed the target of 125, making it to 128, with 3 wickets in hand and 6 balls to spare.

🔸 Earlier in the series opener, the Men in Blue had defeated the Proteas by 61 runs.

🔸 The final match of the series will be held on Friday.

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🎙 83rd annual session of Indian Roads Congress concludes with 18 technical sessions

🟢 The 83rd annual session of the Indian Roads Congress concluded today.

🟢 Eighteen technical sessions were organized during the session in which experts and engineers from the country and abroad gave their presentations.

🟢 This four-day session was held in Raipur, the capital of Chhattisgarh.

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13 Nov, 09:09

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🎙 India-CARICOM Joint Commission Meeting Focuses on Strengthening Bilateral Ties

🔹 The second meeting of the India-CARICOM (Caribbean Community) Joint Commission was held in virtual mode yesterday.

🔹 The Indian delegation was led by Secretary (East) in the Ministry of External Affairs Jaideep Mazumdar and the CARICOM side was led by Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Business, Trade and Energy, Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica, Chair of COFCOR (CARICOM Council for Foreign and Community Relations) Ms. Barbara Dailey Representatives from CARICOM Secretariat, CARICOM member states and Ministries in Government of India participated in the virtual meeting.

🔹 The Joint Commission reviewed the entire spectrum of relations between India and CARICOM including economic and commercial, agriculture, health and pharmaceuticals, energy and infrastructure, technology and innovation, human resource and capacity building, culture and people-to-people exchange.

🔹 Both sides deliberated on strengthening economic cooperation, enhancing trade and fostering a robust partnership in the areas of education, digital public infrastructure, development cooperation, renewable energy, science and technology, climate change adaptation, disaster management and resilient infrastructure.

🔹 Ministry of External Affairs said, both sides also noted with satisfaction enhanced frequency of high-level interactions between India and CARICOM, including the India-CARICOM Foreign Ministerial Meeting held on 27 September this year in New York and forthcoming engagements.

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🎙 Pankaj Advani wins IBSF World Billiards Championship 150-up title

🔸 India’s Pankaj Advani has won the IBSF World Billiards Championship 150-up format title.

🔸 He defeated England’s Robert Hall in the final clash of the tournament at Doha in Qatar this afternoon.

🔸 Earlier, Pankaj had defeated his compatriot Sourav Kothari 4-2 in the semifinal yesterday. Sourav settled for the bronze medal.

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08 Nov, 07:01

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🎙 G20 issues its first Ministerial Declaration on Disaster Risk Reduction

🔹 With the active participation of a high-level Indian delegation, a G20 meeting has arrived at a consensus in finalising the first Ministerial declaration on Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), according to an official statement issued today.

🔹 The G-20 Disaster Risk Reduction Working Group (DRRWG) Ministerial Meeting was held from 30th October to 1st November 2024 in Belem, Brazil.

🔹 In his inventions, during various Ministerial sessions, P. K. Mishra, Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, shared the progress made by the Government of India in reducing disaster risks and in upscaling disaster financing in the country, the statement said.

🔹 The Principal Secretary also emphasized India’s approach to disaster risk reduction, on five priorities of DRRWG.

🔹 These are Early warning systems, Disaster resilient infrastructure, Disaster Risk Reduction financing, Resilient recovery and Nature based solutions.

🔹 The first DRRWG was established on India’s initiative during its presidency of G20, last year in New Delhi.

🔹 Alongside DRRWG, the Indian Delegation also participated in Troika meetings with the Ministers of Brazil and South Africa, and held bilateral meetings with ministers from the host country Brazil and other countries including Japan, Norway, South Africa, South Korea, Germany among others.

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🎙 Badminton: Kiran George to Face Chi Yu-Jen in Men’s Singles Pre-Quarterfinal at Korea Masters

🔸 In Badminton, India’s Kiran George will lock horns with Chi Yu-Jen of Taiwan in the Men’s singles Pre-quarterfinal at the Korea Masters tournament this morning.

🔸 The match is scheduled to begin at 10.30 AM, Indian Standard Time.

🔸 Earlier, George defeated his Vietnamese opponent, Nguyen Hai Đang, 15-21, 21-12, 21-15, in a fiercely fought first round yesterday.

🔸 The world number 41 Indian shuttler secured his spot in the next round, despite dropping the first game.

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THOUSAND ISLANDS👇
▪️ Last year, Sriwijaya Air Flight 182 went missing after taking off from Jakarta Soekarno–Hatta Airport on route to Pontianak Supadio Airport. The aircraft crashed near the Thousand Islands.
▪️ The Thousand Islands constitute a North American archipelago of 1,864 islands.
▪️ The archipelago is at the outlet of Lake Ontario at the head of the Saint Lawrence River.
▪️ The region is bisected by the Canada–United States border.
▪️ This region was designated a World Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 2002.
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CHAMBAL RIVER 👇

▪️ Dolphin numbers have come down to 68 in the 435-km Chambal sanctuary.

▪️ The Chambal River is a tributary of the Yamuna River and forms part of the greater Gangetic drainage system. The river flows through Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh.

▪️ Chambal River originates from the Singar Chouri peak on the northern slopes of the Vindhyan escarpment.

▪️ The tributaries of the Chambal include Shipra, Choti Kalisindh, Sivanna, Retam, Ansar, Kalisindh, Banas, Parbati, Seep, Kuwari, Kuno, Alnia, Mej, Chakan, Parwati, Chamla, Gambhir, Lakhunder, Khan, Bangeri, Kedel and Teelar.

▪️ The National Chambal Sanctuary lies in Dholpur, Rajasthan. It houses the Critically Endangered gharial.
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BARAK RIVER 👇

▪️ Water level rises in Barak river creating flood-like situation‘.

▪️ The Barak River flows through the states of Manipur, Nagaland, Mizoram and Assam in India and into the Bay of Bengal via Bangladesh.

▪️ The principal tributaries of the Barak are River Sonai (Tuirial River), the Jiri River, the Tlawng, Jatinga River, the Longai and the Madhura. Tipaimukh Dam is a proposed embankment dam on the Barak River.

▪️ The river enters Bangladesh as Surma and Kushiyara. Later, the river is called the Meghna and receives the combined flow of the Ganga and Brahmaputra.
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🎙 Towards a TB-Free India: 17.7% Decline in TB Incidence from 2015 to 2023

🟢 India’s journey towards tuberculosis (TB) elimination has been recognized globally, with a noteworthy 17.7 percent decline in TB incidence from 2015 to 2023.

🟢 As per the World Health Organization’s Global Tuberculosis Report 2024 the rate is twice the global average decline of 8.3 percent.

🟢 India, as a signatory to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals had pledged to achieve the “End TB” targets by 2025, five years ahead of the SDG deadline of 2030.

🟢 The achievement highlights the impact of India’s National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme.

🟢 There has been an 80 percent reduction in the TB incidence rate and a 90 percent reduction in the TB mortality rate compared to the 2015 levels.

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🎙 US deploys additional ballistic missile defence destroyers to West Asia region

🔹 US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin has ordered the deployment of additional ballistic missile defence destroyers, fighter squadron and tanker aircraft, and several B-52 long-range strike bombers to the West Asia region.

🔹 Pentagon Press Secretary Major General Pat Ryder said in a statement yesterday that the deployments are in line with the US commitments to the protection of its citizens and forces in the region, the defence of Israel, and de-escalation through deterrence and diplomacy.

🔹 He added that these movements demonstrate the flexible nature of US global defence posture and US capability to deploy world-wide on short notice to meet evolving national security threats.

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🎙 Mandeep Jangra clinches WBF’s World Title

🔸 In Boxing, Indian pugilist Mandeep Jangra clinched the World Boxing Federation’s Super Featherweight world title in the Cayman Islands.

🔸 He defeated Britain’s Conor McIntosh 10-0 in a unanimous decision yesterday.

🔸 With this, Mandeep became the first Indian pugilist to become a world champion in any pro-boxing event category.

🔸 Mandeep, who won a Commonwealth Games silver medal in the 2014 Glasgow edition, has faced only one defeat in his professional career so far.

🔸 He has won 11 out of his 12 fights with seven being knockout victories.

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🎙 7th Session of International Solar Alliance Assembly to begin in New Delhi

🟢 The Seventh Session of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly will be inaugurated at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi today.

🟢 The ISA Assembly will deliberate on initiatives of International Solar Alliance, ISA that impact energy access, security and traditions with a focus on empowering member countries to adopt solar energy and mobilise finance to speed up solar deployment.

🟢 The seventh session of the International Solar Alliance is going to be held under the presidency of India and co-presidency of France.

🟢 Ministers, mission heads, and delegates from 120 Member and Signatory Countries, along with partner organisations and stakeholders, will come together in the Assembly.

🟢 During this three-day assembly, the major Focus will be on the initiatives to improve energy access, security, and transition.

🟢 At this assembly, the fulcrum of the discussions will be the means and modes that will be adopted to accelerate solar deployment across Member Countries, especially in regions with limited energy access.

🟢 Additionally, updates on ISA’s flagship initiatives for entrepreneurs, skill enhancement and capacity building, mobilising finance, and advocacy for solar as energy as a choice will be presented.

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🎙 Annapurna Base Camp Sees Record Tourist Influx Post-Dashain, Boosting Nepal’s Tourism

🔹 The base camp of Annapurna I have received a record-breaking number of tourists after Dashain this year.

🔹 Many domestic tourists visited the Annapurna Base Camp in Myagdi district during the festive period.

🔹 More than 3000 national and international visitors have arrived at ABC so far since the beginning of Dashain’s vacation.

🔹 More than 50,000 visitors go to Annapurna base camp every year.

🔹 Mountaineers ascend the Annapurna-I, an 8,091-meter-tall peak, from the North Base Camp.

🔹 The popularity of the Annapurna region is increasing with Annapurna rural municipality creating a tourism promotion master plan.

🔹 The trail starts from the tourism capital of Nepal, Pokhara, and goes through a green forest full of biodiversity, waterfalls, and a view of Panchakunda Lake, a key attraction.

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🎙 India Submits Letter of Intent to Host 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games

🔸 The Indian Olympic Association IOA has submitted a Letter of Intent to the International Olympic Committee IOC’s Future Host Commission, expressing India’s desire to host the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Sources said, the letter was submitted last month.

🔸 Prime Minister Narendra Modi had talked about his government’s aspiration to host the 2036 Olympics.

🔸 India’s commitment to hosting the 2036 Games was further emphasized at the IOC’s 141st session in Mumbai last year.

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🎙 ISRO Starts India’s First Analog Space Mission To Plan Lunar Mission Experiments

🟢 Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has started the country’s first analog space mission at Leh in Ladakh, where space agency will simulate life in an interplanetary habitat.

🟢 The move assumes significance as India is planning to send a human to the Moon in the near future.

🟢 Analog space missions are field tests in locations on Earth that have physical similarities to the extreme space environments and play a significant role in problem solving for spaceflight research.

🟢 Ladakh has been chosen for such a mission as the geographical features of the area – dry and cold climate, barren land, high-altitude terrain and extreme isolation – are considered to closely resemble Martian and lunar landscapes.

🟢 The month-long mission comes in the wake of India’s plans to set up lunar habitats, which could provide a base to launch interplanetary missions.

🟢 The mission includes a compact, inflatable habitat named Hab-1, which is equipped with essentials like a hydroponics farm, kitchen, and sanitation facilities.

🟢 It provides a self-sustaining environment, offering valuable data as India is planning long-duration space missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyond.

🟢 In a post on social media, ISRO said, analog space mission at Leh is a collaborative effort by Human Spaceflight Centre, ISRO, AAKA Space Studio, University of Ladakh, IIT Bombay, and supported by Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council.

🟢 Lying at an elevation over 3,000 metres above sea level, Ladakh has oxygen levels only 40 percent of those at sea level.

🟢 The low-pressure and low-oxygen setting allows researchers to evaluate life support systems under conditions similar to those on Mars.

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🎙 United Nations Day Celebrated Today, Marking Establishment of UN & Role in Global Diplomacy

🔹 United Nations Day is being observed today. The day commemorates the official establishment of the UN, an intergovernmental organisation that plays a vital role in international diplomacy, humanitarian efforts, and global development.

🔹 United Nations Day is observed every year on October 24th to mark the anniversary of the entry into force of the United Nations Charter in 1945.

🔹 The United Nations was established after World War II to promote peace, security, and cooperation among countries.

🔹 On 25 April 1945, 50 government representatives came together in San Francisco to draft the UN Charter.

🔹 This draft was adopted on 25 June and officially implemented on 24 October, marking the birth of the United Nations.

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🎙 Women’s hockey legend Rani Rampal retires as player

🔸 Indian women’s hockey legend Rani Rampal has announced her retirement as player.

🔸 Rani played 254 international matches and scored 120 goals since making her debut at just 14 years old in 2008 during the Olympic qualifiers in Kazan, becoming the youngest woman to represent India at the senior level in hockey.

🔸 Rani also played a key role in the Indian team that won a silver medal at the Asia Cup in 2009 and helped secure a bronze at the Asian Games in 2014.

🔸 In honour of Rani Rampal’s remarkable contributions to Indian hockey, Hockey India retired her iconic No. 28 jersey later in the day.

🔸 The queen of Indian hockey, Rani, will now be seen coaching and nurturing the future stars of the sport, as she was named the coach of India’s under-17 team by Hockey India in 2023.

🔸 This year, she also took on the role of coach and mentor for the Soorma Hockey Club in the upcoming Hockey India League.

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🎙 Justice Sanjiv Khanna appointed as next Chief Justice of India

🟢 Justice Sanjiv Khanna has been appointed as the next Chief Justice of India.

🟢 Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal said in a tweet that President Droupadi Murmu, after consultation with CJI, DY Chandrachud has appointed Justice Khanna as CJI with effect from 11th November.

🟢 Justice Khanna is currently the second senior-most judge of the Supreme Court.

🟢 He will become the 51st Chief Justice of India. Justice Khanna is due to retire on 13th May 2025.

🟢 Justice Sanjiv Khanna was elevated as a Judge of the Supreme Court on 18th January 2019.

🟢 In this capacity, he has authored several landmark rulings and served on multiple Constitution Benches at the apex court.

🟢 His judgments consistently underscore the primacy of personal liberty, robust democratic participation and individual autonomy.

🟢 Known for his meticulous preparation, Justice Khanna’s judicial approach has been characterized by a pragmatic view of dispute resolution and efficacious use of judicial time.

🟢 Incumbent CJI DY Chandrachud, who took charge on 9th November 2022, will retire on 10th November this year.

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🎙 India-China Call for Peaceful Management Relations at BRICS Summit

🔹 Prime Minister Narendra Modi underscored the importance of properly handling differences and disputes between India and China and not allowing them to disturb peace and tranquility.

🔹 Mr. Modi held a bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan.

🔹 During the meeting, the two leaders agreed that the Special Representatives on the India-China boundary question will meet at an early date to oversee the management of peace and tranquillity in border areas and to explore a fair and mutually acceptable solution to the boundary question.

🔹 They affirmed that stable, predictable, and amicable bilateral relations between India and China will have a positive impact on regional and global peace and prosperity.

🔹 It will also contribute to a multi-polar Asia and a multi-polar world.

🔹 The two leaders also underlined the need to progress bilateral relations from a strategic and long-term perspective, enhance strategic communication, and explore cooperation to address developmental challenges.

🔹 Welcoming the recent agreement for complete disengagement and resolution of issues that arose in 2020 on border issues, Prime Minister Modi said maintaining peace and tranquillity over the border should remain a priority, and mutual trust, respect, and sensitivity should remain the basis of the India-China relationship. He expressed confidence that the two nations will hold talks with an open heart.

🔹 Briefing the media about the meeting in Kazan, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said this meeting happened close on the heels of the disengagement and patrolling agreement and the resolution of issues that had arisen in the India-China border areas in 2020.

🔹 He added that the two leaders welcomed the agreement reached between the two sides through sustained dialogue over the last several weeks in diplomatic as well as military channels.

🔹 He added that both sides noted that special representatives on the India-China boundary question have a critical role to play in its resolution.

🔹 Mr. Misri also said the two leaders had a view that a stable bilateral relationship will have a positive impact on regional and global peace and prosperity.

🔹 During the bilateral meeting with Mr. Modi, the Chinese President said that it is important for both sides to have more communication and cooperation, properly handle the differences and disagreements, and facilitate each other’s pursuit of development aspirations.

🔹 Later, Mr.Modi said, India-China relations are important for the people of our countries, and for regional and global peace and stability.

🔹 He said in a social media post that mutual trust, mutual respect and mutual sensitivity will guide bilateral relations.

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🎙 India to begin AFC U-17 Asian Cup qualifiers against Brunei Darussalam today

🔸 In Football, India will open its campaign in the AFC Under-17 Asian Cup qualifiers against Brunei Darussalam today.

🔸 The match is scheduled to start at 2:30 pm IST at Chonburi Stadium in Thailand.

🔸 The Indian U-17 team is under the guidance of head coach Ishfaq Ahmed.

🔸 The Blue Tigers are drawn into Group D for the qualifiers. The group consists of Thailand, Brunei Darussalam, and Turkmenistan.

🔸 The qualification phase consists of 10 groups, from which the group winners and the five best second-placed teams will advance at the AFC U-17 Asian Cup 2025.

🔸 India will aim to secure a spot in the tournament for the fourth consecutive time.

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