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Richest Person in India in July 2024, List of Top-10

Richest Person in India in July 2024, List of Top-10

India’s economic landscape is shaped by a select group of individuals whose entrepreneurial prowess and strategic acumen have propelled them to the top echelons of wealth. As of July 2024, the country’s richest men stand as pillars of industry, leading diverse conglomerates spanning sectors from telecommunications and pharmaceuticals to steel and finance. Their influence extends …

The Wholesale Price Index (WPI) in India for June 2024, based on the 2011-12 base year

The Wholesale Price Index (WPI) in India for June 2024, based on the 2011-12 base year

In June 2024, India’s Wholesale Price Index (WPI) showed a provisional annual inflation rate of 3.36% compared to June 2023, driven by increased prices in food articles, manufactured food products, crude petroleum & natural gas, mineral oils, and other manufacturing sectors. The overall WPI for all commodities rose to 153.9 (base year 2011-12=100), marking a …

Philippines Selected To Host The Board Of The Fund For Responding To Loss And Damage

Philippines Selected To Host The Board Of The Fund For Responding To Loss And Damage

The Philippines has been chosen to host the board of the “Loss and Damage” fund created by U.N. talks, marking another step towards providing financial help for countries to recover and rebuild from the impact of global warming. Last month, the World Bank’s board approved a plan for the bank to act as interim host …

Mamata Banerjee Reinstates Senior IPS Officer Rajeev Kumar As West Bengal DGP

Mamata Banerjee Reinstates Senior IPS Officer Rajeev Kumar As West Bengal DGP

The West Bengal government on July 15 reinstated senior IPS officer Rajeev Kumar as the Director General of Police (DGP) of West Bengal. Mr. Kumar will replace Sanjoy Mukherjee, who was appointed the State’s DGP at the directions of the Election Commission of India during the recently concluded Lok Sabha polls. Additional Chief Secretary Mr. …

India's Trade Performance: June 2024 and April-June 2024 Overview

India’s Trade Performance: June 2024 and April-June 2024 Overview

In June 2024, India’s total exports (merchandise and services combined) reached an estimated USD 65.47 billion, marking a 5.40% increase from June 2023. Meanwhile, total imports for the month were estimated at USD 73.47 billion, a 6.29% rise compared to the same period last year. For the April-June 2024 quarter, total exports were estimated at …

ICAR To Launch ‘One Scientist, One Product’ Scheme

ICAR To Launch ‘One Scientist, One Product’ Scheme

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) is set to unveil a groundbreaking initiative that promises to revolutionize the landscape of agricultural and animal husbandry research in India. The ‘One Scientist-One Product’ programme, scheduled for launch on July 16, marks a significant milestone in the organization’s commitment to advancing agricultural science and technology. The Launch …

Uttarakhand Opens Its First-Ever Bird Gallery In Dehradun

Uttarakhand Opens Its First-Ever Bird Gallery In Dehradun

The research wing of the Uttarakhand Forest Department established Uttarakhand’s first bird gallery at the Nature Education Centre, Jolly Grant, in Dehradun on July 15. This gallery showcases high-resolution images of Uttarakhand’s birds, giving visitors an eye-catching display of the state’s feathery inhabitants. Uttarakhand’s avian diversity Sanjiv Chaturvedi, IFS, Chief Conservator of Forest (Research), said, “Bird Gallery is an attempt to highlight Uttarakhand’s avian …

All-India Institute of Ayurveda Successfully Hosts 'Saushrutam 2024'

All-India Institute of Ayurveda Successfully Hosts ‘Saushrutam 2024’

The All-India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) in New Delhi successfully concluded its Second National Seminar SAUSHRUTAM Shalya Sangoshti on July 15, 2024, celebrating Sushruta Jayanti. The three-day event, beginning on July 13, honored Sushruta, the father of surgery, with a series of live surgical demonstrations and expert discussions. Inauguration and Dignitaries The seminar was inaugurated …

Himachal Cabinet Approves Plan To Rationalise Provisions Of Zero Electricity Bill For Domestic Users

Himachal Cabinet Approves Plan To Rationalise Provisions Of Zero Electricity Bill For Domestic Users

The Himachal Pradesh Cabinet gave its approval on July 12, to rationalise the provisions for zero electricity bills for domestic consumers by restricting subsidy to ‘one family, one meter’ and interlinking power connections with ration cards. Abolish the entire subsidy on electricity bills The state Cabinet has decided to abolish the entire subsidy on electricity …

Westernmost District of Madhya Pradesh

Which is the Westernmost District of Madhya Pradesh?

Madhya Pradesh, situated in the heart of India, is famous for its rich cultural history and varied scenery. Among its numerous districts, Alirajpur is noteworthy as the westernmost district, contributing significantly to the state’s economy and progress. An Overview of Madhya Pradesh Madhya Pradesh covers 308,252 square kilometers, making it the second-largest state in India …