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ICC Unveils Male and Female Mascots For Cricket World Cup 2023

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has enthusiastically introduced a captivating pair of brand mascots for the upcoming World Cups. These mascots, unveiled at an event in Gurugram, India, in the presence of U19 World Cup Champions’ captains Yash Dhull and Shafali Verma, embody the unity and spirit that cricket promotes worldwide. Representing gender equality and …

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World Mosquito Day 2023: Date, Significance, Celebration, and History

Every year, World Mosquito Day is celebrated on August 20. This is done to commemorate the contributions of British doctor Sir Ronald Ross who was the first person to discover the connection between malaria and female anopheline mosquitoes. Every year, World Mosquito Day is celebrated to create awareness about the dangers of mosquitoes, the ways …

Highest Civilian Awards in India

List of Highest Civilian Awards in India – Bharat Ratna and Padma Awards Winners

The Government of India gives awards and honours every year to people or communities for their extraordinary work in society as a token of appreciation. The Government of India gives several honours every year to those who have achieved outstanding merit in their field such as Bharat Ratna, National Film Awards, etc. Indian Highest Civilian …

Maharashtra Government Launches Bhagwan Birsa Munda Jodaraste Scheme to Connect Tribal Villages with Main Roads

Maharashtra Government Launches Bhagwan Birsa Munda Jodaraste Scheme to Connect Tribal Villages with Main Roads

The Maharashtra government has taken a significant step towards enhancing connectivity and improving the lives of tribal communities in the state. The Bhagwan Birsa Munda Jodaraste Scheme aims to link all tribal villages in 17 districts of Maharashtra with main roads, effectively addressing the challenges faced by these communities in accessing essential services. The project, …

Trinidad And Tobago Inks Pact For Sharing Indian Technology Stack

Trinidad And Tobago Inks Pact For Sharing Indian Technology Stack

India and Trinidad and Tobago have recently entered into a significant partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to share the renowned INDIA STACK technology. This collection of open APIs and digital public goods, pioneered by India, is designed to enhance identity, data, and payment services on a large scale. This move reflects India’s …

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Russian e-visa facility for Indians: How to apply, and other key details

Russia has launched an e-visa facility for Indians from August 1, allowing travellers to the country to surpass the hassles of obtaining a regular visa. The e-visa facility, also available for travellers from 54 other countries, does not require a visit to consulates or embassies. Here are the key points to note while applying for …

AICTE and Jio Institute FDP on Artificial Intelligence & Data Science

AICTE and Jio Institute FDP on Artificial Intelligence & Data Science

The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has taken a significant step towards advancing the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Science (DS) within the realm of education. Partnering with the renowned Jio Institute, AICTE has unveiled a comprehensive faculty development programme aimed at equipping academic leaders and senior faculty members with an …

CWC Launches ‘Floodwatch’ To Provide Real-Time Flood Forecasts To Public

CWC Launches ‘Floodwatch’ To Provide Real-Time Flood Forecasts To Public

The Chairman, Central Water Commission (CWC), Shri Kushvinder Vohra, has taken a groundbreaking step towards enhancing flood preparedness and response by unveiling the “FloodWatch” mobile application. This revolutionary app is designed to harness the power of mobile phones to disseminate real-time flood-related information and forecasts to the public, up to 7 days in advance. The …

Crisil Forecasts 6% GDP Growth for India in FY24

Crisil Forecasts 6% GDP Growth for India in FY24

Crisil, a prominent rating agency, anticipates India’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth to reach 6% in the fiscal year 2024. This projection is lower than the 7% estimated by the National Statistical Organisation (NSO) for the fiscal year 2023. Medium-Term Growth Outlook: Crisil offers an optimistic medium-term outlook for the Indian economy. The agency foresees …