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Mandeep Jangra Wins WBF Super Featherweight Title

November 6, 2024

Boxer Mandeep Jangra won the World Boxing Federation’s super featherweight world title. He achieved this victory by defeating British boxer Conor McIntosh in the Cayman Islands. This win marks an important milestone in Jangra’s career. About Mandeep Jangra Mandeep Jangra ..

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Indian Navy Hosts MAHASAGAR on Maritime Security Training

November 6, 2024

The Indian Navy hosted the third edition of MAHASAGAR. This high-level virtual interaction involved key maritime leaders from the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi led discussions with representatives from nations such as Bangladesh, Maldives, and Kenya. What ..

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3rd Edition of the World Solar Report

November 6, 2024

The International Solar Alliance (ISA) released the 3rd edition of the World Solar Report series during its 7th Assembly. This event brought to light global solar energy growth, investment trends, and technological advancements. The series includes four new reports: the ..

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Fifteenth Finance Commission Grants for Rural Local Bodies

November 6, 2024

The Union Government has released the Fifteenth Finance Commission (XV FC) Grants for the financial year 2024–25. This funding targets Rural Local Bodies (RLBs) in Haryana, Tripura, and Mizoram. The grants aim to strengthen local governance and enhance rural development. ..

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Shilp Samagam Mela 2024

November 6, 2024

The Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment launched the ‘Shilp Samagam Mela 2024’ at Dilli Haat, New Delhi. This event aims to showcase and promote traditional handicrafts from various states in India. It is organized by three key corporations ..

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Avian Influenza A (H5N1) Detected in Oregon Pig

November 6, 2024

A pig in Oregon tested positive for avian influenza A (H5N1). This is as it marks the virus infecting a new mammalian host. The case was linked to a farm with poultry, livestock, and pigs sharing space. The infection was ..

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UN Warns of Worsening Food Insecurity in 22 Countries

November 6, 2024

A new United Nations report warns of worsening acute food insecurity in 22 countries and territories. This projection covers the period from November 2024 to May 2025. The report was released by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the ..

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Tamil Nadu Land Act Sparks Controversy Over Water Bodies

November 6, 2024

The Tamil Nadu Land Consolidation (for Special Projects) Act, 2023, was enacted on October 18, 2024. It aims to facilitate land acquisition for major infrastructure projects. However, the Act has ignited controversy among various stakeholders, including environmentalists and farmers’ groups. ..

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