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Nelson Mandela International Day

Nelson Mandela International Day 2024: Honoring Bravery and Democratic Ideals

Nelson Mandela International Day celebrated on July 18, honours Nelson Mandela’s legacy by advocating for social justice, community service, and acts of kindness. It inspires individuals to positively impact their communities, reflecting the values of unity and compassion that Mandela championed. National Mandela International Day 2024: Theme The theme for Nelson Mandela Day 2024 is “It […]

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J&K Reorganization Act 2019

Significant Amendments to the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganization Act: Expand Lieutenant Governor’s Powers

The Jammu and Kashmir Reorganization Act 2019 is recently amended by the Ministry of Home Affairs, increasing the lieutenant governor’s powers. President Droupadi Murmu approved these changes under section 55, adding new sections to enhance the lieutenant governor’s authority. About Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019 The Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019 is an

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Telecommunication Act 2023

Central Government notifies additional provisions in the Telecommunications Act 2023

Under the Telecommunications Act 2023, the government has notified (on 21 June 2024) the draft right of way (RoW) rules, which aims to ease the regulatory requirements for establishing a telecommunication network. History of Telecommunications in India Historical Framework (1885-2023): The Indian telecom sector has evolved significantly, influenced by three key laws: The Indian Telegraph

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High Seas Treaty

India to ratify High Seas Treaty on Marine Conservation

High Seas Treaty will be soon signed and ratified by India on Marine Conservation followed by the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Agreement. This international treaty, under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), aims to protect marine biodiversity in the high seas through international cooperation. Why is India’s High Sea

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World Youth Skills Day 2024

World Youth Skills Day 2024: Date, History, Theme and Significance

World Youth Skills Day is an annual event designated by the United Nations General Assembly in November 2014, with the first observance on July 15, 2015. Introduction: The World Youth Skills Day, established by the United Nations General Assembly in November 2014, is observed annually on July 15, with the first celebration occurring in 2015.

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PM Modi's Austria Visit

PM Modi’s Austria Visit: First Indian PM To Visit Austria In 41 Years

PM Modi’s Austria visit ended on Wednesday (July 10). The successful trip saw the PM meet business leaders and discuss areas of bilateral cooperation, with this year marking 75 years of diplomatic relations between India and Austria. Why PM Modi’s Austria Visit is in the News? The Indian Prime Minister made an official trip (July

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Paris Olympic 2024

Paris Olympic Games 2024 (Summer Olympics): History of Olympic Games

Paris Olympics Games 2024 will take place from July 26 to August 11, showcasing 329 events at iconic locations such as the Eiffel Tower and Versailles, along with notable sports and worldwide broadcasts, which will celebrate excellence, friendship, and respect. Introduction The 2024 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad and branded

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Same sex marriage in india

Same Sex Marriage in India: SC Judge Sanjiv Khanna recuses from considering review pleas

Same Sex Marriage in India: Reputed senior advocates well-versed with rules regulating adjudication of review petitions took CJI D Y Chandrachud by surprise with their ‘cart-before-the horse’ requests for an open court hearing of petitions seeking reconsideration of the Supreme Court’s Oct 17, 2023, judgment unanimously denying legalisation of same-sex marriages. Why is Same Sex

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Biosphere Reserves

UNESCO Designates 11 New Biosphere Reserves in 11 Countries

UNESCO has approved the designation of 11 new Biosphere Reserves in 11 countries, including Belgium and Gambia for the first time and two transboundary biosphere reserves.  Why are Biosphere Reserves in the news? UNESCO has designated 11 new biosphere reserves across 11 countries, including the first-ever ones in Belgium and Gambia, as well as two

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Assam Floods

Assam Floods kill five more in last 24 hrs, total death toll touches 84

Assam flood situation improved slightly on Wednesday, 08 July, with major rivers receding, reducing the affected population to 1.7 million across 26 districts. The total death toll from this year’s floods, landslides, and storms has risen to 92, with 84 deaths due to the floods alone, according to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA).

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