Page-9 of Current affairs - September, 2022

Committee for pharma marketing practices

September 23, 2022

A high-level committee has been set up to regulate the promotion of pharmaceutical products. Key facts The Government has set up a five-member committee chaired by Dr VK Paul, NITI Aayog member (health) to create a legal mechanism to address ..

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Defence ministry contract for BrahMos missiles

September 23, 2022

The Indian Government has inked a Rs.1,700 crore contract with BrahMos Aerospace Pvt Ltd for procuring BrahMos missiles. Key facts The contract was signed by the Defence Ministry to purchase 35 combat and 3 practice BrahMos supersonic dual-role surface-to-surface cruise ..

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Convergence Portal between AIF, PMFME scheme & PMKSY

September 23, 2022

A convergence portal was jointly launched by the Union Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) and Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare to increase the potential of India’s agriculture and food processing sector. Key facts The convergence portal brings together ..

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Sri Lanka’s inflation spikes to 70.2%

September 23, 2022

Sri Lanka recorded 70.2 per cent inflation rate for August 2022. Key facts Sri Lanka’s inflation has increased to 70.2 per cent in August. In July, the country recorded 66.7 per cent. The National Consumer Price Index (NCPI) has increased ..

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September 23: International Day of Sign Languages – Update (September, 2022)

September 23, 2022

The International Day of Sign Language is observed on September 23 every year. Key facts The International Day of Sign Language is observed to promote the global awareness about the importance of sign language and make information and communication more ..

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REC Limited accorded Maharatna status

September 23, 2022

The REC Ltd. has been accorded the status of ‘Maharatna’ Central Public Sector Enterprise. Key facts The REC Ltd., is the 12th company to be given the Maharatna Status. The Maharatna status provides the state-run company’s board more power while ..

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US Senate ratifies Kigali Amendment

September 23, 2022

The US lawmakers recently voted to ratify the Kigali Amendment, making this the first time in 30 years for the US to adopt an international climate treaty. Key facts The US Senate voted ratify the 2016 Kigali Amendment to the ..

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Global Financial Centres Index

September 23, 2022

New York topped the 32nd edition of the Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI 32) as the most favoured financial centre in the world. Key findings The top three most favored financial centres in the world are New York, London and ..

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