Page-11 of Current Affairs - September, 2023

Railway Board Increases Ex-Gratia Payments for Train Accident Victims

September 21, 2023

The Railway Board in India has significantly increased ex-gratia payments for victims of train accidents and untoward incidents. The ex-gratia relief amounts, last revised in 2012 and 2013, have been increased by tenfold. The circular, dated September 18, states that ..

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Mukhyamantrir Atmanirbharshil Asom Abhiyan

September 21, 2023

The Assam government is set to launch a new scheme called “Mukhyamantrir Atmanirbharshil Asom Abhiyan.” This scheme aims to provide financial assistance to young individuals, fostering self-reliance and economic independence among the state’s youth. Chief Minister Sarma announced the launch ..

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SC Refers 1998 P V Narasimha Rao Case to 7-Judge Bench for Reconsideration

September 21, 2023

In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India has decided to review the 1998 P V Narasimha Rao case, which granted legislators immunity against criminal prosecution for bribery charges related to their parliamentary activities. A 5-judge Constitution Bench, led ..

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Rwanda – A Country with 61 per cent Women Parliamentarians

September 21, 2023

Rwanda stands out globally with an impressive 61 percent of women in its Parliament, a stark contrast to many other countries. This extraordinary representation of women in Rwanda’s political sphere can be traced back to the country’s tumultuous history. Historical ..

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Trans-Lagrangean Point 1 Insertion (TL1I) Manoeuvre

September 20, 2023

India’s pioneering solar observatory, Aditya-L1, has commenced its journey to Lagrange Point 1 (L1), located along the Sun-Earth line. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) executed the trans-Lagrangian 1 insertion (TL1I) maneuver successfully, initiating Aditya-L1’s 110-day voyage to L1, which ..

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Parliament House of India

September 20, 2023

The Lok Sabha officially designated the new Parliament building as the “Parliament House of India” in a notification issued on September 18. Both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha held their sittings in the new Parliament building on the same day. ..

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Old Parliament Building Renamed ‘Samvidhan Sadan’

September 20, 2023

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla officially renames the old Parliament building, previously known as Parliament House, to ‘Samvidhan Sadan.’ This renaming follows the members’ relocation to a new complex and is formalized through an official notification by the Lok Sabha ..

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Over 10% of Japan’s Population Now Aged 80 or Older

September 20, 2023

Japan’s demographic crisis deepens as more than 10% of the country’s population is now aged 80 or older, according to data released by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications. This concerning milestone comes alongside a record-high proportion of elderly ..

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Summer 2023 Marks Hottest on Record

September 20, 2023

NASA reports that the summer of 2023 has officially become the hottest on record since temperature tracking began in 1880. This scorching summer, marked by extreme heatwaves in North America, Europe, Asia, and other regions, is primarily attributed to human-induced ..

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40% Increase in Elephant Corridors Across India

September 20, 2023

A recent report released by the central government highlights a significant increase in elephant corridors across 15 elephant range states in India. The number of elephant corridors has risen from 88 in 2010 to 150, a 40% increase. These corridors ..

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