National News
India’s success in getting back 297 antiques from America
During Prime Ministership of Narendra Modi A historic event occurred during a recent visit to the United States, marking a significant victory in India’s ongoing efforts to reclaim its cultural heritage. In a ceremony of great cultural and diplomatic significance, 297 Antiquities officially handed over Attack on India by US officials. For a long time, many countries including India are facing a big problem: people are stealing their old and precious artifacts and historical objects and selling them. This is called Illicit trafficking of cultural propertyThis has been particularly difficult for India, as many antiques and precious items are taken out of the country illegally.
National Seminar on Disaster Management ‘Exercise AIKYA’
National Disaster Management Authority(NDMA)), in collaboration with Southern Command of the Indian Armyis organised Two day National Seminar, ‘Abhyasa Aikya’But Disaster management. it aims Improving disaster preparedness And Response through collaboration between various stakeholders.
India unveils CSIRT-POWER to strengthen power sector against cyber threats
one of Important step to protect India’s critical power infrastructure, Union Minister Manohar Lal Computer Security Incident Response Team POWER inaugurated Northern Regional Power Committee of (CSIRT-Power) met at New Delhi. to serve as The agency responsible for responding to and preventing cybersecurity incidents in the electric field.
International Cooperative Alliance’s FCRA licence cancelled
Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) of the license International Cooperative Alliance (ICA) It was cancelled by the Union Home Ministry on charges of violating rules. The ICA, founded in 1895, It is the apex body representing co-operatives across the world and has over 1 billion members.
President Draupadi Murmu inaugurated the 16th ASOSAI Assembly
President Draupadi Murmu will inaugurate it. 16th Assembly of Association of Asian Supreme Audit Institutions (ASOSAI) This important event to be held on September 24, 2024 in New Delhi will initiate important discussions focusing on the emerging role of Supreme Audit Institutions (SAIs) in promoting transparency and accountability.
International news
New global climate ‘loss and damage’ fund appoints first director
The fund aims to assist countries affected by hurricanes to respond to loss and damage. climate-driven disasters, has been appointed Ibrahima Cheikh DiongDr. K.R., a Senegalese finance expert and dual US citizen, has been appointed as its first director. The fund, created in 2022 under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), is administered by the World Bank and represents a significant win for developing countries, which have long been pressing for support against climate disasters. Rich countries had opposed the fund, fearing it would lead to demands for compensation for their greenhouse gas emissions.
Warships of Russia and China entered the Sea of ​​Okhotsk for exercises
China to conduct joint naval exercise and airborne exercises Russia in the Sea of ​​Japan and this Sea of ​​Okhotsk Along with this, both the countries will also do joint maritime patrolling in the Pacific region. it was starting Joint Russian-Chinese naval exercises This would include anti-aircraft and anti-submarine weapons.
Appointments News
Kalikesh Singh Deo elected President of National Rifle Association of India
National Rifle Association of India(NRAI) With the election of a new era of leadership has begun. Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo as its President. This important event took place during the General Body meeting held at the Constitution Club on Saturday, which was a significant moment in the history of the organisation.
Alok Ranjan appointed NCRB chief
Senior IPS officer Alok Ranjan And Ashok Nayak Garg have been appointed heads of National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) and this Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy (SVPNPA), Alok Ranjan, a 1991 batch officer of Madhya Pradesh cadre, will serve as NCRB director until his retirement on June 30, 2026, replacing Vivek Gogia, who has been repatriated to the AGMUT cadre. Ashok Nayak Garg, a 1993 batch IPS officer of Andhra Pradesh cadre, will head the SVPNPA until his retirement on October 31, 2027.
Defense News
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated Sainik School in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the Sainik School in Jaipur, Rajasthan On 23 September 2024, Government plans to set up 100 new Sainik schools in partnership mode across India. The initiative aims to combine public and private sector contributions to enhance education for future generations and promote patriotism among youth. Deputy CM Diya Kumari And Colonel Rajyavardhan Rathore (Retd.) was also present in this program.
Banking News
KVS Manian takes over as CEO of Federal Bank
KVS Manian officially took over Managing Director and CEO, Federal Bank, Effective September 23, 2024. He will replace Shyam Srinivasan, who retired after successfully leading the bank since 2010. Manian joins Federal Bank after a distinguished career Kotak Mahindra Bank, Where he worked for over 25 years and played a key role in its transformation from a non-banking financial company to one of India’s leading private sector banks.
business News
JK Lakshmi Cement and Rohit Sharma celebrate five years of partnership
partnership between JK Lakshmi Cement (JKLC) And Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma It enters into For the fifth consecutive year. Known for his excellence and leadership in cricket, Sharma’s association has strengthened the brand’s image and helped JKLC connect with a wider audience. This new association will see him featured in advertising campaigns, brand activations and promotional activities, enhancing JKLC’s visibility across India.
SEBI imposes Rs 1 crore fine on Jai Anmol Ambani in Reliance Home Finance case
Securities and Exchange Board of India Jai Anmol Ambani was fined ₹1 crore for irregularities in Reliance Home Finance, in which it was alleged that he sanctioned unsecured loans worth ₹40 crore. misrepresented his involvement in the operations of the company.
Awards News
Odisha swimmer Pratyasa Ray will receive the Eklavya Award
Emerging Swimmer Pratyasha Ray has been selected for 32nd Eklavya Award for 2024 For his achievements in swimming. It is a proud moment for him Sports personalities from Odisha. Pratyasa re, A promising talent Swimming area with Notable track recordhas been selected for this year’s award for his exceptional performance.
Riya Singha of Gujarat won the title of Miss Universe India 2024
Riya Singha, a 19-year-old model from Gujarat, She was crowned Miss Universe India 2024 in Jaipur. She will represent India in this competition. First woman to compete in the global Miss Universe pageant in Mexico. 19 year old gujarati beauty Riya Singha was recently crowned Miss Universe India 2024.
Miscellaneous News
Mana village selected for historic tribal development scheme
Prime Minister Tribal Unnat Gram AbhiyanAn unprecedented initiative by the Government of India, Mana Village This scheme selected for implementation in Joshimath block of Chamoli district is a significant step towards improving the socio-economic condition of the tribal communities in the area.
India inaugurates first CO2-to-methanol pilot plant
Foundation stone laid for first-of-its-kind school in India CO2-to-methanol pilot plant as a whole Capacity 1.4 Tonnes Per Day (TPD) virtually unveiled By Professor Abhay Karandikar, Secretary, Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, at Thermax Limited Premises Pune, Maharashtra.
