President Murmu Approves Constitution of 23rd Law Commission: President Droupadi Murmu has approved the formation of the 23rd Law Commission of India for a three-year term, effective from 1 September 2024 to 31 August 2027. This commission will consist of a full-time chairperson, four members, and additional ex-officio and part-time members.
Category: Current Affairs
India and UNESCO to Co-Organize 2024 Chief Science Advisers Roundtable in Paris
India and UNESCO to Co-Organize 2024 Chief Science Advisers Roundtable in Paris: The 2024 Chief Science Advisers’ Roundtable (CSAR) is scheduled for September 6, 2024, at UNESCO’s headquarters in Paris. This event is a collaborative effort between the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India and UNESCO’s Natural Sciences Sector.
Anuya Prasad Wins Gold at World Deaf Shooting Championship
Anuya Prasad Wins Gold at World Deaf Shooting Championship: At the second World Deaf Shooting Championship in Hannover, Germany, teenage shooter Anuya Prasad from Jaipur secured the gold medal in the women’s air pistol event. The 17-year-old, a first-year Visual Arts student at Rajasthan University, clinched victory.
Finance Ministry to Sell 6.78% Stake in GIC Re for Rs 4,700 Crore
Finance Ministry to Sell 6.78% Stake in GIC Re for Rs 4,700 Crore: The Union Ministry of Finance plans to divest a 6.78% stake in General Insurance Corporation of India (GIC Re) through an offer-for-sale (OFS) to raise approximately Rs 4,700 crore. This will be the first stake sale since GIC Re’s listing in 2017.
Vedic-3D Museum in Varanasi
Vedic-3D Museum in Varanasi: The Uttar Pradesh government has announced the construction of a Vedic-3D museum at Sampurnanand Sanskrit University in Varanasi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s parliamentary constituency. This state-of-the-art museum will focus on Indian astrology, astronomy, and Vedic literature.
Anti-Rape ‘Aparajita’ Bill : West Bengal
Anti-Rape ‘Aparajita’ Bill : West Bengal The West Bengal Assembly has unanimously passed the ‘Aparajita Woman and Child Bill (West Bengal Criminal Laws and Amendment) 2024’, marking a significant development in the state’s legal framework against sexual crimes. This bill introduces the death penalty for individuals convicted of rape if their actions result in the […]
Project NAMAN
Project NAMAN: The Indian Army launched Project NAMAN to support Defence Pensioners, Veterans, and their families, centred around the SPARSH digital pension system. The project aims to streamline pension processes and provide essential services through Common Service Centres (CSCs) across India. These centres, supported by HDFC Bank and managed by veterans or their families, offer […]
‘Navratna’ Status To The State-Owned Companies
‘Navratna’ Status To The State-Owned Companies: SJVN, NHPC, and RailTel Corporation of India saw their shares rise by up to 5.2% following the Indian government’s decision to grant them ‘Navratna’ status. This designation, which enhances their financial and operational autonomy, was also awarded to Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI), bringing the total number of […]
Digital Agriculture Mission : In News
Digital Agriculture Mission : In News The Union Cabinet Committee chaired by the Prime Minister of India approved the Digital Agriculture Mission with an outlay of Rs. 2817 Crore, including the central share of Rs. 1940 Crore. Digital Agriculture Mission is conceived as an umbrella scheme to support digital agriculture initiatives, such as creating Digital […]
Paris Zinc Roofers
Paris Zinc Roofers: The French Culture Ministry nominated the zinc roofing profession in Paris for UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) list, highlighting the craftsmanship. Zinc roofs have been integral to Paris’s skyline for nearly 200 years, with 21.4 million square metres of zinc-covered roofs. While zinc roofs contribute to Paris’s iconic look, they face criticism […]
