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Himachal Pradesh is Building ‘Forest Ponds’ to Harvest Rainwater

May 8, 2021

Under the Parvat Dhara scheme, the Himachal Pradesh government has initiated rejuvenation of water sources and recharging aquifers through the forest department with an outlay of Rs 20 crore. The work was started in 10 forest divisions that include Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Jogindernagar, Nachan, Parvati, Nurpur, Rajgarh, Nalagarh, Theog and Dalhousie. Buy Prime Test Series for …

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Prahlad Singh Patel Virtually Participates In G20 Tourism Ministers’ Meeting

May 8, 2021

Union Minister of State for Tourism & Culture (I/c), Prahlad Singh Patel participated in G20 Tourism Ministers’ Meeting held in Italy on 4th May 2021. This dialogue aimed to collaborate in protecting tourism businesses, jobs and taking initiatives to frame policy guidelines to support the sustainable and resilient recovery of travel and tourism. He also …

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RBI excludes Lakshmi Vilas Bank from second schedule of RBI Act

May 8, 2021

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has excluded Lakshmi Vilas Bank (LVB) from the Second Schedule of the RBI Act after it was merged with DBS Bank India Ltd (DBIL) last year. A bank mentioned in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act is known as ‘Scheduled Commercial Bank’. Buy Prime Test …

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Time of Remembrance and Reconciliation for Those Who Lost Their Lives during the 2nd World War

May 8, 2021

Every year during May 8-9, the United Nations marks the Time of Remembrance and reconciliation for those who lost their lives during the Second World War. The day pays tribute to all the victims of the Second World War. This year is the 76th Anniversary of World War II. Buy Prime Test Series for all …

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RBI sets up an advisory group to assist RRA 2.0

May 8, 2021

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has constituted an advisory group to assist the second Regulatory Review Authority (RRA 2.0), which was set by the central bank on May 01, 2021 to streamline regulations and reduce the compliance burden of regulated entities. The Advisory Group will be headed by SBI Managing Director S Janakiraman. Buy …

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Veteran Music Composer Vanraj Bhatia Passes Away

May 8, 2021

The veteran Music Composer Vanraj Bhatia, who was the best-known composer of Western classical music in India, has passed away after a brief illness. His work ranged from composing music for advertisement films, feature films, mainstream films, television shows, documentaries etc. Buy Prime Test Series for all Banking, SSC, Insurance & other exams Bhatia won …

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N Rangasamy Sworn in as Chief Minister of Puducherry

May 8, 2021

The All India NR Congress (AINRC) founder leader N Rangasamy has been sworn in as the Chief Minister of the Union Territory of Puducherry, for a record fourth time, on May 07, 2021. N Rangasamy was administered the oath of office and secrecy by Lieutenant governor (additional charge) Tamilisai Soundararajan. Buy Prime Test Series for …

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World Migratory Bird Day: 08 May

May 8, 2021

World Migratory Bird Day 2021 is observed globally on 8 May. The aim of the day is to raise awareness of migratory birds and the importance of international cooperation to conserve them. “Sing, Fly, Soar – Like a Bird!” is the theme of this year’s World Migratory Bird Day. The 2021 World Migratory Bird Day …

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Senior Journalist Shesh Narayan Singh Passes Away of Covid-19

May 8, 2021

Veteran senior journalist Shesh Narayan Singh has passed away while undergoing treatment for COVID-19. He was 70. A columnist, political commentator and an expert on foreign policy, Shesh Narain Singh had a career spanning over two decades. Buy Prime Test Series for all Banking, SSC, Insurance & other exams Find More Obituaries News

World Thalassemia Day: 08 May

May 8, 2021

World Thalassemia Day is celebrated on May 8 every year to commemorate Thalassemia victims and to encourage those who struggle to live with the disease. The theme for 2021 World Thalassemia Day is “Addressing Health Inequalities Across the Global Thalassaemia Community”. Buy Prime Test Series for all Banking, SSC, Insurance & other exams About the …

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Daily Archives: May 8, 2021

Himachal Pradesh is Building ‘Forest Ponds’ to Harvest Rainwater

Prahlad Singh Patel Virtually Participates In G20 Tourism Ministers’ Meeting

RBI excludes Lakshmi Vilas Bank from second schedule of RBI Act

Time of Remembrance and Reconciliation for Those Who Lost Their Lives during the 2nd World War

RBI sets up an advisory group to assist RRA 2.0

Veteran Music Composer Vanraj Bhatia Passes Away

N Rangasamy Sworn in as Chief Minister of Puducherry

World Migratory Bird Day: 08 May

Senior Journalist Shesh Narayan Singh Passes Away of Covid-19

World Thalassemia Day: 08 May

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