Crackdown on Fraudulent SMS Under Sanchar Saathi Initiative

May 29, 2024

In a concerted effort to combat the rising threat of fraudulent SMS, the Department of Telecommunication (DoT), in collaboration with the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, has launched the Sanchar Saathi Initiative. This initiative aims to tackle the proliferation of deceptive messages targeting unsuspecting mobile users. Notably, the government has identified and blocked eight SMS …

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Massive Landslide in Papua New Guinea Buries Entire Village

May 29, 2024

A devastating landslide in the remote village of Yambali in the Enga Province of Papua New Guinea has buried an entire village, resulting in a catastrophic loss of life. According to the United Nations agency International Organization for Migration (IOM), more than 670 people have died, and over 2000 are feared trapped under the soil. …

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Reliance Industries Strikes Deal with Rosneft for Rouble Payments

May 29, 2024

Reliance Industries, India’s major refining company, has inked a significant agreement with Russia’s Rosneft. Under this deal, Reliance will purchase at least 3 million barrels of oil per month from Rosneft, paying in Russian roubles. This move aligns with Russian President Vladimir Putin’s call for alternative trading mechanisms amid Western sanctions. Additionally, the agreement enables …

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Shriram Capital Receives RBI Approval to Launch ARC

RBI Launches PRAVAAH, Retail Direct Mobile App, and FinTech Repository

May 29, 2024

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das has unveiled three major initiatives: the Pravaah portal, the Retail Direct Mobile App, and a FinTech Repository. These initiatives, previously announced in the RBI’s bi-monthly Statement on Development and Regulatory Policies in April 2023, April 2024, and December 2023, aim to enhance regulatory processes, provide easier …

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Indian Peacekeeper Receives UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award

May 29, 2024

Major Radhika Sen, an Indian military peacekeeper serving with the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO), has been awarded the prestigious 2023 United Nations Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award. This award recognizes her dedication and efforts in promoting the principles of UN Security Council resolution 1325 …

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Reliance Industries to Begin Construction on India’s First Multimodal Logistics Park Near Chennai

May 29, 2024

Reliance Industries is set to begin construction on India’s first Multimodal Logistics Park at Mappedu near Chennai in June, a project conceptualized 12 years ago. Despite initial setbacks, the project, valued at Rs 1,424 crore and spanning 184.27 acres in Tiruvallur district, is now ready to proceed, with potential to revolutionize the southern region’s logistics …

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State with the Most Lok Sabha Seats

May 29, 2024

The Lok Sabha, India’s House of the People, consists of 545 members, 543 of whom are elected from various states and union territories. Some states hold more sway due to their larger number of seats. Here, we highlight the 10 states with the highest number of Lok Sabha seats, underscoring their significant influence on national …

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World Hunger Day 2024, A Call to End Global Hunger

May 29, 2024

On May 28th, the world unites for World Hunger Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the urgent issue of global hunger. It’s time to acknowledge the millions suffering from malnutrition and the need for sustainable solutions to end hunger for good. The History of World Hunger Day In 2011, The Hunger Project, a …

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Celebrating International Day of Action for Women’s Health 2024

May 29, 2024

The International Day of Action for Women’s Health in 2024 holds immense significance as it serves as a powerful platform to advocate for gender equality, women’s rights, and ensuring a healthy and fulfilling life for all women worldwide. Date and Theme: Mobilising in Critical Times This year, the International Day of Action for Women’s Health …

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International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers 2024 Celebrated Annually on May 29th

May 29, 2024

On the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers, celebrated annually on May 29th, we honour the extraordinary contributions of peacekeepers towards international peace and security. Since the establishment of the first UN peacekeeping mission in 1948, more than two million peacekeepers have served in 71 missions, helping countries navigate from war to peace. Current Peacekeeping …

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Crackdown on Fraudulent SMS Under Sanchar Saathi Initiative

Massive Landslide in Papua New Guinea Buries Entire Village

Reliance Industries Strikes Deal with Rosneft for Rouble Payments

RBI Launches PRAVAAH, Retail Direct Mobile App, and FinTech Repository

Indian Peacekeeper Receives UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award

Reliance Industries to Begin Construction on India’s First Multimodal Logistics Park Near Chennai

State with the Most Lok Sabha Seats

World Hunger Day 2024, A Call to End Global Hunger

Celebrating International Day of Action for Women’s Health 2024

International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers 2024 Celebrated Annually on May 29th

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