National News
India’s first writers village opened in Dehradun
India’s first ‘Writers Village’ inaugurated in Dehradun By former President Ram Nath Kovind, Uttarakhand Governor Lieutenant General Gurmeet Singh (Retd) and Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. This unique village aims to foster creativity and provide a nurturing environment for writers from across the country, thereby establishing Dehradun as a new cultural hub for literary talent.
International news
Brazil opts out of China’s Belt and Road Initiative
In an important diplomatic decision, brazil decided not to participate China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)became the second member of brix blockafter IndiaTo pull out of Beijing’s ambitious multi-billion dollar infrastructure project. The move has sparked widespread interest and debate, as it reflects Brazil’s cautious stance on joining China’s influential global initiatives. decision, led by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and influenced by celso amorimHis Special Presidential Advisor for International Affairs signals Brazil’s intention to pursue alternative forms of cooperation with China, without being bound by the BRI framework.
business News
GAIL and Verbio India partner to pursue agricultural residue-based CBG projects
GAIL (India) Limited and Verbio India have jointly signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for residue-based agricultural development Compressed Biogas (CBG) Projects in India. The collaboration aims to convert agricultural waste into renewable energy, aligning with India’s climate objectives and increasing rural incomes. The MoU was signed by Sumit Kishore, Executive Director, GAIL and Ashish Kumar, Managing Director, VERBIO participated in this program Sandeep Kumar Gupta, Chairman and Managing Director of GAIL, And Klaus Sötter, Founder/CEO of Verbio.
banking news
FSIB recommends Ashok Chandra as next MD and CEO of PNB
Financial Services Institutions Bureau (FSIB) has recommended Ashok Chandra as the next Managing Director (MD) And Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Of Punjab National Bank (PNB). Currently serving as Executive Director at Canara Bank since November 2022, Chandra’s banking career began with Corporation Bank in September 1991. He has a Master’s degree in Economics and is a Certified Associate of the Indian Institute of Bankers. He succeeds Atul Kumar Goyal, whose tenure ends on December 31, 2024.
awards news
Rodri wins men’s Ballon d’Or 2024 and Bonamati wins it for Spain
Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri dominated the 2024 Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris as they triumphed over rivals Real Madrid. Football’s most prestigious individual award. The event was also notable for a number of other honours, including recognition of promising young talent, coaching excellence and outstanding club achievements.
Chiranjeevi honored with ANR Award by Amitabh Bachchan
Amitabh Bachchan was recently honored with famous Telugu film star Chiranjeevi at ANR National Awards 2024, An event organized by Akkineni International Foundation. This prestigious award recognizes artists for their lifetime contribution to cinema. During the ceremony, Bachchan praised Chiranjeevi’s remarkable impact on the film industry and expressed his heartfelt gratitude towards his and the Telugu film industry’s contribution to Indian cinema.
Pro Kabaddi League wins ‘Best Sports League’ award at CII Awards
Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) proudly received Prestigious ‘Best Sports League of the Year’ award at the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Sports Business Awards 2024. The awards ceremony, part of the CII Score Card 2024 programme, coinciding with the launch of the 11th season of the PKL, took place on October 18 in New Delhi.
schemes news
Pradhan Mantri Vanbandhu Kalyan Yojana
Pradhan Mantri Vanbandhu Kalyan Yojana (PMVKY)Launched on 28 October 2014is an initiative targeting upliftment and inclusion representing the tribal communities of India 8.9% of the populationAddressing their unique socio-economic challenges, the scheme emphasizes sustainable development with budget allocation ₹26,135.46 crore by 2021-2026. The program is in line with the government vision of “Everyone’s Saath, Everyone’s Development” And focuses on empowering tribes across the country with essential services, financial assistance and preservation of cultural heritage.
Nationwide Volunteer Initiative: ‘This Diwali with Mere Bharat’
Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya has launched a nationwide volunteer initiative, ‘This Diwali together MY BHARAT – This Diwali is with MY BHARAT,’ To celebrate the first anniversary of My India Portal. Scheduled from October 27 to 30, 2024, the initiative aims to engage over 200,000 volunteers across 500 locations in India to promote social service and community spirit during the Diwali festivities. This initiative not only underlines the importance of volunteering but also strengthens the bond between local communities and volunteers.
sports news
Australian wicketkeeper-batsman Matthew Wade retires from international cricket
Experienced Australian wicketkeeper-batsman Matthew Wade Has officially retired from international cricket after an illustrious 13-year career that left a lasting impact on the game. Known for his fighting spirit, Wade’s journey from a hard-hitting batsman to a strategic finisher has been nothing short of inspiring. Following his retirement, Wade will now embark on a new phase of his career Australian coaching staff for the upcoming T20I series against Pakistan And after this ODI seriesWade’s expertise and experience are expected to greatly benefit the next generation of Australian cricketers.
important days
Ayurveda Day 2024, date, theme, history and significance
Ayurveda, one of the world’s oldest holistic healing systems, has its roots in ancient india and continues to provide a comprehensive approach to health and wellness. As we prepare to celebrate 9th Ayurveda Day on 29 October 2024This observance is in line with Dhanvantari Jayanti and brings together more than 150 countries under the theme, “Ayurvedic Innovation for Global HealthThis year’s theme highlights the potential of Ayurveda in addressing global health issues including non-communicable diseases, antimicrobial resistance, climate-related health issues and others.
World Cities Day 2024, date, theme, significance, events
World Cities Day, celebrated every year on 31 OctoberHighlights the successes of urbanization and addresses the challenges arising from rapid urban growth. The day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2013 to encourage global dialogue on sustainable urban development in line with Sustainable Development Goal 11 (SDG 11) – which aims to make cities inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable.
