Transformative Change Assessment : IPBES A report released by the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) titled Transformative Change Assessment, stresses the critical role that governance plays in mitigating biodiversity loss. It highlights how effective governance, with its focus on inclusivity and sustainability, is essential for preserving biodiversity and driving long-term, systemic […]
About: Kumari Sonali
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Business Ready (B-READY) Report 2024
Business Ready (B-READY) Report 2024: The World Bank launched the Business Ready (B-READY) report 2024 to replace the Ease of Doing Business report. The Ease of Doing Business report was paused in 2020 due to data manipulation issues and concerns over the integrity of certain rankings, leading to an independent review and methodology changes. B-READY […]
Presence Of Poliovirus
Presence Of Poliovirus: The World Health Organization (WHO) has identified the presence of poliovirus in multiple countries, including Pakistan, Cameroon, and several European nations.The research suggests that poliovirus may be primarily transmitted via the respiratory route rather than the traditionally assumed faecal-oral route.The resurgence of polio is evidenced by recent detections of both wild and […]
Shivaji Statue at Pangong Lake
Shivaji Statue at Pangong Lake: A statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was inaugurated on the banks of Pangong Tso at an altitude of 14,300 feet.It was unveiled shortly after India and China completed disengagement at Demchok and Depsang, ending a 4.5 year border standoff. However, it has sparked debate among army veterans and locals, with […]
Vitul Kumar Appointed Officiating DG of CRPF
Vitul Kumar Appointed Officiating DG of CRPF: Vitul Kumar, a 1993-batch IPS officer from the Uttar Pradesh cadre, has been appointed as the officiating Director General (DG) of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) following the retirement of Anish Dayal Singh on December 31, 2024. Kumar, who is currently serving as the Special Director General […]
Hemanth Muddappa Secures 3 National Titles, Extends Record to 15
Hemanth Muddappa Secures 3 National Titles, Extends Record to 15: Hemanth Muddappa, known as the “Drag King” in Indian motorsport, achieved an extraordinary feat by winning a triple crown in the final round of the MMSC FMSCI Indian National Motorcycle Drag Racing Championship at the Madras International Circuit (MIC). With this victory, Muddappa took his […]
Kerala Wins Senior National Men’s Handball Championship
Kerala Wins Senior National Men’s Handball Championship: Kerala achieved a historic milestone by winning their first-ever Senior National Men’s Handball Championship title. They triumphed over Chandigarh with a 34-31 victory in a thrilling final. Kerala, who had reached the final for the first time, delivered an impressive performance throughout the match. The team’s success was […]
Rajat Verma Appointed CEO of DBS Bank India
Rajat Verma Appointed CEO of DBS Bank India: Rajat Verma, the current head of the Institutional Banking Group at DBS Bank India, has been appointed as the new CEO of DBS Bank India, effective March 1, 2025. This announcement comes after the retirement of Surojit Shome, who has been at the helm since 2015. Verma’s […]
RBI Introduces Name Lookup for NEFT and RTGS
RBI Introduces Name Lookup for NEFT and RTGS: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a name lookup facility for Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) and National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT) systems, aiming to reduce fraud and errors. This feature, similar to what Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and Immediate Payment Service (IMPS) offer, will allow […]
GST Growth Slows to 7.3% in December
GST Growth Slows to 7.3% in December: India’s GST collection growth slowed to 7.3% YoY in December 2024, with gross revenue standing at ₹1.77 lakh crore, compared to ₹1.65 lakh crore in December 2023. This marks the slowest growth in three months and highlights a slight decline in consumer spending post-holiday season. GST revenues have […]
