Page-13 of Current Affairs - September, 2024

India to Host COP9 Bureau and Fund Committee Meetings

September 17, 2024

India will host two important international meetings on September 17-18, 2024 in New Delhi as part of its role in the global fight against doping in sports. These meetings are part of the UNESCO International Convention against Doping in Sport, ..

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Six Finalists Shortlisted For 2024 Booker Prize

September 17, 2024

The Booker Prize for fiction has announced its six finalists for 2024, with the shortlist revealed on September 16, 2024. In an exciting turn, five out of the six nominees are women, making this a historic moment in the award’s ..

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Typhoon Yagi

September 17, 2024

In early September 2024, Typhoon Yagi became the strongest storm of the year in Asia, hitting several countries like Myanmar, Vietnam, Laos, and Thailand. It caused devastating winds and heavy rainfall, leading to flooding and landslides. These natural disasters forced ..

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Odisha’s Subhadra scheme

September 17, 2024

The Subhadra Yojana is a new scheme launched by the Odisha government to celebrate Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 74th birthday. It aims to provide financial help to women in the state. Eligible women will receive ₹10,000 per year, helping them ..

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U.S.-India 2+2 Dialogue Focuses on Global Issues

September 17, 2024

Indian and American officials gathered in New Delhi for the U.S.-India 2+2 Intersessional Dialogue. This meeting happened right before a planned meeting between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Joe Biden, highlighting its importance in strengthening the relationship ..

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India Unveils First Mountain Tank ‘Zorawar’ After Trials

September 16, 2024

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has created India’s first locally-made tank specifically designed for mountain warfare, called Zorawar. This tank was developed in response to rising geopolitical tensions, especially with China in Eastern Ladakh, and lessons learned from ..

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UNGA 79th Session Begins

September 16, 2024

The 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) started on 10th September 2024. This session brings together representatives from 193 countries to discuss important global issues. What is the Purpose of the UNGA? The UNGA is a place ..

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Kalvari Submarine Escape Training Facility – VINETRA

September 16, 2024

The Kalvari Submarine Escape Training Facility, called Vinetra, was officially opened on 13 September 2024 by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar at INS Satavahana in Visakhapatnam. This facility is an important step toward improving the Indian Navy’s preparedness and ability to ..

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