Indian Army Conducts Military Exercise in Ladakh
The Indian Army recently carried out a military exercise named 'Parvat Prahar' in the Ladakh region, situated near the India-China border.
National Commission for Women and CyberPeace Foundation Launch 'Digital Shakti Kendra'
To combat cybercrimes against women, the National Commission for Women (NCW) and CyberPeace Foundation have jointly inaugurated the 'Digital Shakti Kendra'.
- NCW Establishment: Formed in January 1992 as a statutory body under the National Commission for Women Act, 1990.
Lieutenant General Rajan Sharawat Takes Charge of Destroyer Nava Tara Corps
Lieutenant General Rajan Sharawat has officially assumed command of the Destroyer Nava Tara Corps, succeeding Lieutenant General S P Singh.
Ambani Family Tops Hurun India Most Valuable Family Business List
According to the recently released '2024 Barclays Private Clients Hurun India Most Valuable Family Business List', the combined wealth of the Ambani family is estimated at Rs. 25.75 trillion, equivalent to approximately 10% of India's GDP.
President Murmu Honored with Fiji's Highest Award
President Droupadi Murmu, on a two-day visit to Fiji, was conferred with the Companion of the Order of Fiji, the highest honor of the nation, by the Fijian President.
GAIL India and RVUN Sign MoU for Gas-Based Power Plants
GAIL (India) Limited, a central government public sector undertaking, has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Rajasthan State Electricity Production Corporation (RVUN) to optimize the operation of RVUN gas-based power plants in Rajasthan.
- Rajasthan Attractions: Amber Palace, Hawa Mahal, Ranthambore National Park, City Palace, Keoladeo Ghana National Park, Sariska National Park, Kumbhalgarh Fort
Indian Air Force Squadron Returns from Malaysia
A squadron of seven Sukhoi-30MKIs from the Indian Air Force returned to India after participating in the bilateral exercise 'Udara Shakti 2024' with the Royal Malaysian Air Force.
India and St. Kitts and Nevis Sign Agreement on India Stack
India and St. Kitts and Nevis have signed an agreement on India Stack, which will enable cooperation in digitalization in St. Kitts and Nevis.
Manpreet Singh and P.R. Sreejesh to be Joint Flag Bearers for Paris Olympics Closing Ceremony
The Indian Olympic Association has announced that pistol shooter Manu Bhaker and hockey goalkeeper P.R. Sreejesh will be the joint flag bearers for the closing ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
India Hosts First BIMSTEC Trade Summit
India hosted the first BIMSTEC Trade Summit in New Delhi.
- The Ministry of External Affairs hosted the three-day event in collaboration with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII).
- External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar inaugurated the trade summit.
Amit Shah Launches Four Apps for Smooth Implementation of New Criminal Laws
Union Home Minister and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah launched four apps - e-evidence, Nyaya Setu, Nyaya Shruti, and e-summon - to ensure the smooth implementation of three new criminal laws in the country.
Cabinet Approves PMAY-U 2.0 with Rs. 10 Lakh Crore Investment
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U) 2.0, which envisages an investment of Rs. 10 lakh crore.
- PMAY-U 2.0 will replace PMAY-Urban, launched on June 25, 2015, and ending on December 31, 2024.
Nagaland Becomes First State to Launch Disaster Management Insurance Scheme
Nagaland became the first state in India to launch a disaster management insurance scheme by signing an agreement with SBI General Insurance.
- Nagaland: Chief Minister - Neiphiu Rio, Shilloi Lake, Kohima War Cemetery, Tokhu Emong Festival, Nakhnyulem Festival, Hornbill Festival
Aman Sehrawat Becomes Youngest Indian Olympic Medalist
Aman Sehrawat became the youngest Indian to win an Olympic medal after clinching the bronze in the men's freestyle 57 kg wrestling event at the Paris Olympics.
Karnataka and Kerala Get New Peacock Sanctuaries
The central government officially declared Adichunchanagiri in Karnataka and Chulannur in Kerala as peacock sanctuaries.
- Adichunchanagiri, located in Mandya district, was first notified in 1981 and declared in 1999, while Chulannur Peacock Sanctuary, located in Palakkad district, was declared in 1996.
- Karnataka: Chief Minister - Siddaramaiah, Nagarhole National Park, Bandipur National Park, Kudremukh National Park, Language - Kannada, Formation - November 1, 1956, Port - New Mangalore Port, Anshi National Park, Bannerghatta National Park
