Page-14 of Current Affairs - September, 2023

UNESCO Recognizes Karnataka’s Sacred Ensembles of Hoysalas as World Heritage

UNESCO has officially added Karnataka’s Sacred Ensembles of Hoysalas to its prestigious World Heritage list. These ancient temples, previously on UNESCO’s Tentative list since 2014, now gain global recognition for their exceptional cultural and historical significance. The Hoysala temples, located ..

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Mukhya Mantri Shramik Kalyan Yojana

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has announced the launch of the Mukhya Mantri Shramik Kalyan Yojana (MMSKY) as part of the National Labour Day celebrations. The MMSKY scheme aims to enhance the welfare of the state’s labor force and ..

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US Court Declares DACA Illegal

A US District Court has declared the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program illegal, although it did not order the immediate termination of protections and work permits for nearly 580,000 DACA recipients. The recent ruling by US District Court ..

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PayPal Challenges Indian Court’s Ruling on “Payment System Operator” Status

PayPal is challenging a Delhi High Court ruling that classified it as a “payment system operator” under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), subjecting it to “reporting entity obligations.” The court’s single judge bench had concluded that all elements ..

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Indian Navy’s INS Nireekshak Conducts Joint Dive Training in Sri Lanka

The Indian Navy’s Diving Support and Submarine Rescue Vessel, INS Nireekshak, arrived at Sri Lanka’s Trincomalee port on September 14, 2023, for joint dive training with the Sri Lankan Navy (SLN). Over the course of a week, diving teams from ..

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ICGS Samudra Prahari’s ASEAN Deployment for Marine Pollution Response

The Indian Coast Guard Ship Samudra Prahari went on an overseas deployment to ASEAN countries from September 11 to October 14, 2023, as part of India’s ASEAN initiatives for Marine Pollution Response. The ship aims to showcase the Indian Coast ..

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Lessons from Russia-Ukraine War Shape India’s Artillery Doctrine

The Russia-Ukraine war has influenced India’s artillery doctrine and capability development. Additionally, the conflict highlighted the importance of precision and terminally guided munitions, as well as rapid target engagement capabilities. India is also focusing on incorporating niche technologies such as ..

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TB-Mukt Express

Recently, Union Minister Jitendra Singh flagged off the “TB-Mukt Express,” a mobile medical van under the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Narayana healthcare initiative. This van will travel to various villages in his parliamentary constituency of Udhampur, promoting the slogan “Chalo ..

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UK Bans American Bully XL Dogs After Fatal Attacks

The UK government has announced a ban on American Bully XL dogs by the end of the year due to a series of serious and sometimes fatal attacks. The breed is considered a “danger to communities.” This move marks the ..

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London’s India Club

London’s iconic India Club, which has served as a cultural and culinary hub for the Indian community in the UK, was permanently closed on September 17, 2023. The club has been a venue for discussions, social gatherings, and authentic Indian ..

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