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Bihar's Rajgir To Host 2024 Women's Asian Champions Trophy: Hockey India

Bihar’s Rajgir To Host 2024 Women’s Asian Champions Trophy: Hockey India

In a historic step towards developing sports infrastructure in Bihar, Hockey India announced that the upcoming Hockey Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024 will be held in Rajgir from November 11 to 20. The tournament will take place at the newly constructed Rajgir Hockey Stadium, where India will defend their title against teams from China, Malaysia, …

GST Council Forms GoM to Review Tax Rate on Health, Life Insurance

GST Collections Increase by 10% to ₹1.75 Lakh Crore in August

In August 2024, India’s GST collections reached ₹1.75 lakh crore, marking a 10% year-on-year growth compared to ₹1.59 lakh crore in August 2023. This increase reflects robust domestic consumption and higher imports. The central government collected ₹30,862 crore, while states collected ₹38,411 crore before adjustments. IGST on imports and inter-state sales amounted to ₹93,621 crore. …

President Emmanuel Macron Awarded Olympic Order in Gold for Paris 2024 Success

President Emmanuel Macron Awarded Olympic Order in Gold for Paris 2024 Success

In a ceremony that underscored his exceptional contributions to the Olympic movement, President Emmanuel Macron of France was awarded the Olympic Order in gold. This prestigious distinction was bestowed upon him by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in recognition of his unwavering support for the Olympic Games Paris 2024 and his commitment to the Olympic …

Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit Takes Over As AOC-In-C, Central Air Command

Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit Takes Over As AOC-In-C, Central Air Command

Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, Ati Vishisht Seva Medal, Vayu Sena Medal, Vishisht Seva Medal, assumed the appointment of Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Central Air Command on September 1. Air Marshal Dixit was commissioned into the fighter stream of IAF on December 6, 1986. The Air Officer is an experimental test pilot and a qualified flying instructor with …

India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) Celebrates 7th Foundation Day

India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) Celebrates 7th Foundation Day

India Post Payments Bank (IPPB), a key player in driving financial inclusion across India, proudly marked its 7th Foundation Day on September 1, 2024. Since its nationwide launch in 2018 by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the IPPB has been instrumental in transforming India’s financial landscape by providing accessible, affordable, and trusted digital banking services …

District of Punjab with the Lowest Literacy Rate

Which District of Punjab has the Lowest Literacy Rate?

Punjab, a state in northern India, is known for its rich cultural heritage, agriculture, and vibrant history. Despite its overall high literacy rate compared to other states, there are districts within Punjab where literacy remains a concern. In this article, we will explore the district in Punjab with the lowest literacy rate, shedding light on …

Legendary Animator Hayao Miyazaki Receives Prestigious Ramon Magsaysay Award

Legendary Animator Hayao Miyazaki Receives Prestigious Ramon Magsaysay Award

In a momentous recognition of his contributions to the world of animation and storytelling, Hayao Miyazaki, the renowned Japanese film director and co-founder of Studio Ghibli, has been awarded the esteemed Ramon Magsaysay Award for 2024. This honor, often referred to as “Asia’s Nobel Prize,” underscores Miyazaki’s profound impact on both the art of animation …

World Coconut Day 2024 Observed on September 2

World Coconut Day 2024 Observed on September 2

World Coconut Day was established in 2009 by the Asian and Pacific Coconut Community (APCC), an intergovernmental organization under the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific. The APCC, representing 19 coconut-producing countries in the Asia-Pacific region, chose September 2 to commemorate the organization’s founding in 1969. Key objectives of World …

Air Marshal Tejinder Singh Takes Over as Deputy Chief of the Air Staff

Air Marshal Tejinder Singh Takes Over as Deputy Chief of the Air Staff

Air Marshal Tejinder Singh assumed the role of Deputy Chief of the Air Staff (DCAS) of the Indian Air Force at Air Headquarters (Vayu Bhawan) on Sunday. He began his tenure by paying tribute to the fallen heroes at the National War Memorial in New Delhi. Background and Service An alumnus of the National Defence …