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India Surpasses Japan, Ranks Third in Asia Power Index

September 26, 2024

India has risen to third place in the Asia Power Index, according to the Lowy Institute, reflecting its strong economic recovery after the COVID-19 pandemic. This rise has allowed India to surpass Japan, highlighting its growing role in regional power. ..

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India, Australia Trade Ministers Discuss Free Trade Agreement Progress

September 26, 2024

Trade ministers from India and Australia recently met to assess the progress of their discussions toward a comprehensive free trade agreement. This meeting comes nearly 20 months after the launch of the Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA), which has ..

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Women In Space Leadership Programme Launched By DST

September 26, 2024

The Department of Science and Technology (DST), in partnership with the British Council, has launched the Women in Space Leadership Programme (WiSLP) as part of the UK-India Education and Research Initiative (UKIERI). This programme is designed to encourage more women ..

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CAG of India, Murmu Elected as ASOSAI 2024-2027 Chairman

September 26, 2024

Girish Chandra Murmu, the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India, has been appointed as the chair of the Asian Organisation of Supreme Audit Institutions (ASOSAI) for the 2024-2027 term. This is important because it places India in a key ..

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India State of Forest Report (ISFR)2023, Report

September 26, 2024

The release of the India State of Forest Report (ISFR), which provides a detailed account of the country’s forest cover, has been delayed for over a year. This delay has led to speculation, particularly among forestry officials. The ISFR is ..

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Who is Harini Amarasuriya, the new Sri Lankan Prime Minister?

September 26, 2024

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumar Dissanayake appointed Dr. Harini Amarasuriya as the country’s Prime Minister, making her the first woman in 24 years to hold this position since Sirimavo Bandaranaike in 2000. She is only the third woman to ever ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz: September 26, 2024

September 26, 2024

11. What is the rank of India in the Asia Power Index Report 2024, recently published by the Lowy Institute? [A] Second[B] Third[C] Fifth[D] Seventh Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Third] Notes:The Asia Power Index Report 2024, published by the ..

India’s First CO2-to-Methanol Pilot Plant in Pune

September 25, 2024

India has taken a major step towards combating climate change with the development of its first CO2-to-methanol pilot plant, focusing on Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) technologies. This initiative reflects India’s dedication to sustainable practices and reducing carbon emissions. Project ..

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Majority of Atrocities Against Scheduled Castes From 13 States

September 25, 2024

A recent government report has revealed that a large number of atrocities against Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) are concentrated in 13 states in India. The report shows that 97.7% of cases against SCs and 98.91% of cases ..

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‘Dust-Free Delhi’ Drive

September 25, 2024

In response to rising air pollution in Delhi, Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena has launched the ‘Dust-free Delhi’ initiative. This effort aims to reduce pollution levels, especially before the winter season when the air quality usually worsens. Main Causes of ..

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