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Tom Cruise Receives US Navy’s Top Civilian Honour

December 19, 2024

Tom Cruise has recently been honored with the US Navy’s Distinguished Public Service Award, marking his contributions to the military through his cinematic work. The award was presented to him at Longcross Film Studios in Chertsey, Surrey. Impact of Top ..

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Mikheil Kavelashvili Elected President of Georgia

December 16, 2024

Georgia has recently witnessed a political shift with the election of Mikheil Kavelashvili as the new president. His election comes amidst rising discontent regarding the government’s decision to postpone the country’s European Union accession until 2028. Kavelashvili, a former footballer ..

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Geological Survey of India (GSI) Geoscience Museum

December 16, 2024

The Vice President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, recently inaugurated the Geological Survey of India (GSI) Geoscience Museum in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. The ceremony featured a ribbon-cutting and plaque unveiling, showcasing a blend of tradition and modern innovation. Numerous dignitaries ..

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One Nation, One Election Bill Approved

December 14, 2024

The Union Cabinet, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has recently approved the “One Nation, One Election” Bill, which aims to synchronize elections for the Lok Sabha, state assemblies, and local bodies in a single year. The proposal has been objective ..

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National Panchayat Awards 2024

December 12, 2024

The National Panchayat Awards 2024 honored 45 exemplary Panchayats, and took place on December 11, 2024, at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, presided over by the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu. The Hon’ble Union Minister of Panchayati Raj, Shri ..

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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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