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July 4, 2023 -_5.1

Wildlife Crime Control Bureau: Safeguarding Biodiversity and Combating Illegal Wildlife Trade

  Why in news? ‘Red Alert’ is issued by Wildlife Crime Control Bureau in which it is directing the authorities to visit all tiger reserves as around 2054 cases of illegal trafficking and wild animals got killing registered in India in the past three years. What is WCCB (Wildlife Crime Control Bureau)? Wildlife Crime Control …

July 4, 2023 -_6.1

Lt Gen M U Nair appointed as new National Cybersecurity Coordinator

The government has named Lt Gen M U Nair as the newly appointed National Cybersecurity Coordinator (NCSC). Lt Gen Nair, who took on the role of the 28th Signal Officer-in-Chief in July 2022, brings a wealth of experience and expertise in the areas of cyber warfare, signal intelligence, and communication and information technology. Before assuming …

July 4, 2023 -_7.1

NADA India signs MoU with SARADO in New Delhi

Introduction National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) India and the South Asia Regional Anti-Doping Organization (SARADO) joined forces through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening regional cooperation in anti-doping efforts. The signing took place at the NADA India – SARADO Cooperation Meet in New Delhi, in the presence of Shri Anurag Singh Thakur, Minister of …

July 4, 2023 -_8.1

Shreyanka Patil becomes first Indian cricketer to be part of Caribbean Premier League

Young spin bowler Shreyanka Patil has made history by becoming the first Indian cricketer to be signed for the Women’s Caribbean Premier League (WCPL). Interestingly, Patil is also the first Indian player to be offered a contract in an overseas league before making her international debut. Shreyanka Patil made a name for herself when she …

July 4, 2023 -_10.1

Rajindar Singh Dhatt Receives Points of Light Award

Introduction Rajindar Singh Dhatt, the driving force behind the “Undivided Indian Ex-Servicemen’s Association” has been honored with the prestigious Points of Light award for his exceptional service and relentless efforts to bring together British Indian war veterans. Dhatt demonstrated his dedication to serving his country by joining the British Indian Army during the Second World …

July 4, 2023 -_11.1

New Zealand becomes first country to ban plastic produce bags

Introduction New Zealand has taken a momentous step towards reducing plastic waste by becoming the first country to implement a complete ban on thin plastic bags commonly used in supermarkets for fruit and vegetable purchases. Moreover, this move will extend beyond bags, as it also includes banning of plastic straws and silverware. This significant move …

July 4, 2023 -_12.1

USA Independence Day 2023: Date, Background, Significance and Celebration

The United States is celebrating its 247th Independence Day this year on 4th July. Independence Day is a federal holiday in the United States to commemorate the declaration of Independence. The celebration of Independence Day in U.S. is associated with parade, fireworks, carnival, fairs, picnics, political speeches, games and ceremonies. This day is considered to …