One India-One Ticket Initiative: Indian Railways and the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) have partnered to promote the ‘One India-One Ticket’ initiative, aiming to streamline travel for passengers using both mainline railway services and Namo Bharat trains.
PNB Launches Special Braille Debit Card For Visually Impaired Customers
PNB Launches Special Braille Debit Card For Visually Impaired Customers: Punjab National Bank (PNB) has introduced the PNB ANTAH DRISHTI Braille Debit Card, a new initiative aimed at enhancing financial accessibility for visually impaired individuals.
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 13th August 2024
Today’s Current Affairs: 13th August 2024 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Centre Forms Committee to Monitor Bangladesh Border Situation
Centre Forms Committee to Monitor Bangladesh Border Situation: In response to the volatile situation in Bangladesh, the Indian government has established a committee to monitor the Indo-Bangladesh border and ensure the safety of Indian nationals and minority communities in the neighboring country. The committee will maintain communication with Bangladeshi authorities and oversee security measures at […]
Sreejesh and Bhaker to Co-Flag Bear for India at Paris 2024 Closing Ceremony
Sreejesh and Bhaker to Co-Flag Bear for India at Paris 2024 Closing Ceremony: The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has announced that hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh and pistol shooter Manu Bhaker will be the co-flag bearers for India at the closing ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
Fast Tracking BIMSTEC Free Trade Agreement
Fast Tracking BIMSTEC Free Trade Agreement: BIMSTEC members should re-examine the priorities of member nations with regards to trade negotiations so that the delayed Free Trade Agreement can be finalized. This was stated by Union Minister of Commerce & Industry Shri Piyush Goyal while delivering his speech at the inaugural edition of the Bay of […]
Maharashtra Government Approves Logistics Policy 2024
Maharashtra Government Approves Logistics Policy 2024: The Maharashtra government has approved the Logistics Policy 2024, aimed at revolutionizing the state’s logistics infrastructure and generating approximately 500,000 job opportunities. The policy includes the development of over 200 logistics parks, complexes, and truck terminals equipped with advanced facilities.
Punjab Help Centre Launched at IGI Airport to Assist NRIs
Punjab Help Centre Launched at IGI Airport to Assist NRIs: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann inaugurated the ‘Punjab Help Centre’ at Terminal 3 of Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi. This makes Punjab the first state in India to establish a dedicated NRI Facilitation Centre, underscoring its commitment to supporting its overseas community.
International Youth Day 2024
International Youth Day 2024: International Youth Day, observed annually on August 12th, is a global celebration that recognizes the contributions of young people to society and addresses the challenges they face. The day serves as a platform to raise awareness about socio-economic and socio-political issues affecting youth worldwide. Theme for 2024: From Clicks to Progress […]
Implementation of RTE and Budget Allocation for Education
Implementation of RTE and Budget Allocation for Education: As of August 7, 2024, Punjab, Telangana, Kerala, and West Bengal have yet to implement the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009. Union Minister of State for Education, Jayant Chowdhary, disclosed this in the Rajya Sabha.
