The data on Employment and Unemployment is collected through Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) which is conducted by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) since 2017-18. The survey period is July to June every year. As per the latest available Annual PLFS Reports, the estimated Worker Population Ratio (WPR) on usual status for …
The Town Official Language Implementation Committee (TOLIC) honored Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) in Visakhapatnam with the ‘Rajbhasha Gaurav Samman’ for the year 2023-24. The event was hosted by NTPC and was presided over by Atul Bhatt, Chairman of TOLIC and CMD of RINL. Award Categories and Winners Category I First Prize: HPCL-Visakha Refinery Second Prize: …
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Mankind Pharma has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a 100 per cent stake in Bharat Serums and Vaccines (BSV) from Advent International. It is one of the world’s largest and most experienced private equity investors, for an enterprise value of Rs 13,630 crore, subject to closing related adjustments. About Mankind Pharma Mankind Pharma …
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AU Small Finance Bank’s board has approved a proposal to transition from a Small Finance Bank (SFB) to a universal bank. This decision aligns with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) guidelines issued on August 1, 2016, and the circular on voluntary transition of SFBs to universal banks dated April 26, 2024. A four-member Committee …
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In a significant milestone for India’s community radio landscape, Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated the country’s 500th community radio station, Apna Radio 90.0 FM, at the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) in Aizawl, Mizoram. This event underscores the government’s commitment to the Act East policy and marks a key development …
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is India’s premier counter-terrorism law enforcement agency. Established to address the increasing need for a specialized body to handle terrorism and related offenses, the NIA plays a crucial role in maintaining national security. The agency’s formation followed the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, highlighting the inadequacies of existing security mechanisms. An …
Vasai-based Catholic priest Father Francis D’Britto, writer and environmentalist, who translated the Bible into Marathi, passed away on July 25, 2024, after prolonged illness. D’Britto (81) breathed his last at his home in Vasai in Palghar district. About Father Francis D’Britto Father Francis D’Britto was born to Marathi-speaking parents, D’Britto’s translation of the Bible, named …
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On July 25, 2024, Union Minister of Coal and Mines, Shri G. Kishan Reddy, launched the Vriksharopan Abhiyan 2024 at Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL) in Dhanbad. This initiative, part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” campaign, was simultaneously conducted across 300 locations in 47 districts within 11 coal/lignite-bearing states. Event …
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Hamzah Haz, the vice-president of Indonesia from 2001 to 2004, has died. He was aged 84. Hamzah, who served under President Megawati Soekarnoputri, died at a hospital in Jakarta on July 24, a politician from the Development Planning Party, known as PPP, said in a locally televised interview. About Hamzah Haz He also served as minister for …
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Andhra Pradesh, located in southeastern India, is renowned for its rich history, diverse culture, and stunning natural landscapes. With a 600-mile coastline along the Bay of Bengal and borders with several states, it features fertile coastal plains, rugged plateaus, and lush forests. Established in 1956, the state has a deep cultural heritage, vibrant language, and …
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Welcome to the Current Affairs Section of Adda247. If you are preparing for Government Job Exams, then it is very important for you to read the Daily Current Affairs. All the important updates based on current affairs are included in this Daily Current Affairs 2024 article.
