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Human Rights Day 2024 Observed on December 10

December 10, 2024

Human Rights Day is observed annually on December 10, which commemorates the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), adopted in 1948. This year’s theme is Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now, which emphasizes the practical importance of human rights. Significance ..

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Michelle Bachelet Wins 2024 Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament, and Development

December 7, 2024

Michelle Bachelet, former president of Chile, has been awarded the 2024 Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament, and Development, by the Indira Gandhi Memorial Trust. The jury, led by Shivshankar Menon, selected Bachelet for her outstanding contributions to human rights ..

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Who is Pooja Sharma, One of BBC’s 100 Most Inspiring Women?

December 5, 2024

Pooja Sharma has gained recognition for her remarkable work in Delhi. She has performed funeral rites for over 4,000 unclaimed bodies and has earned her a spot on the BBC’s list of 100 inspiring women for 2024. Early Life and ..

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ISAM’s 63rd Annual Conference in Bengaluru

December 5, 2024

The Indian Society of Aerospace Medicine (ISAM) is hosting its 63rd annual conference, which takes place at the Institute of Aerospace Medicine (IAM) in Bengaluru from December 5 to 7, 2024. The conference focuses on both military and civil aerospace ..

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29th CII Partnership Summit

December 5, 2024

The 29th CII Partnership Summit took place in New Delhi and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar represented India at this event. He engaged with various international ministers and leaders. The summit focused on India’s growth and potential global collaborations. Event ..

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South Korea’s Martial Law Declaration Sparks Outrage

December 4, 2024

President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law in South Korea, which led to protests and political turmoil. Lawmakers quickly opposed the declaration, marking a critical moment for the nation’s democracy. Context of Martial Law Martial law was declared amidst rising ..

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Maharashtra Received the SKOCH Award for Public Service

December 2, 2024

The Maharashtra government received the SKOCH Award on November 30, 2024, which accolades recognise the ‘Shaasan Aplya Daari’ initiative. The project was selected from 280 submissions across India, which delivered over five crore benefits to citizens within a year. The ..

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UNAIDS Report Highlights Human Rights and AIDS

November 29, 2024

UNAIDS has released a report ahead of World AIDS Day, which emphasises that ending AIDS by 2030 is possible. However, this goal hinges on protecting the rights of individuals affected by HIV. The report is titled Take the Right Path ..

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