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Upcoming Legislative Changes in India

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will introduce the Banking Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024, in the Lok Sabha, targets key banking laws. It includes amendments to the Reserve Bank of India Act and the Banking Regulation Act. The discussion and potential ..

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Top UN Court Hears Landmark Climate Change Case

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is currently hearing a very important case regarding nations’ obligations to combat climate change. This case could set a precedent for future lawsuits worldwide. Vanuatu, a small island nation, spearheads the initiative for an ..

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Uber Shikara: India’s First Water Transport Service

Uber has introduced Asia’s first water transport service, Uber Shikara, in Dal Lake, Jammu and Kashmir, which blends technology with traditional shikara rides to enhance the tourist experience. Tourists can now book shikara rides through the Uber app that allows ..

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Ashraya: New Farmer Service Centres Launched in Kerala

The Agriculture Department has introduced ‘Ashraya’ farmer service centres, which aim to provide digital services to farmers across the Kerala. They are an extension of the recently launched ‘Kathir’ app (short for ‘Kerala Agriculture Technology Hub and Information Repository’), which ..

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Maha Kumbh Mela: New District Announced in UP

The Uttar Pradesh government has announced the creation of the Maha Kumbh Mela district in Prayagraj. The decision aims to enhance the management of the Kumbh Mela, which will take place in January 2025 and attract millions of pilgrims from ..

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India’s Nuclear Energy Ambitions and Challenges

India has a long history with nuclear energy, with the Atomic Energy Commission established shortly after independence. Over 75 years, the country has developed a nuclear power capacity of 8,180 MW, which includes 2,000 MW from Russia. While this capacity ..

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FSSAI Lists Packaged Drinking Water as “Highest Risk Food Category”

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has recently reclassified packaged drinking and mineral water. This category is now deemed “Highest Risk Food Category,” which follows the removal of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification requirement. Classification ..

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Russia’s RS-28 Sarmat Missile Overview

Russia is advancing its military capabilities with the RS-28 Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile, known as “Satan 2,” is element of Russia’s nuclear strategy. Despite facing challenges and some unsuccessful tests, its deployment is imminent. Missile Specifications The Sarmat missile measures ..

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