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JKDFP Designated as ‘Unlawful Association’

October 6, 2023

The Union Home Ministry has announced a five-year ban on the ‘Jammu and Kashmir Democratic Freedom Party’ (JKDFP) due to its anti-India and pro-Pakistan activities. The ban is imposed under Section 3(1) of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) 1967, ..

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Sagar Parikrama Phase-IX

October 6, 2023

The Indian government announced that the ninth phase of the ‘Sagar Parikrama’ programme will commence on October 7, 2023. ‘Sagar Parikrama’ is aimed at addressing the issues of fishermen and other stakeholders while facilitating their economic upliftment through various schemes. ..

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Second Ananda Kentish Coomaraswamy Memorial Lecture

October 6, 2023

The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) organized the Second Ananda Coomaraswamy Memorial Lecture on October 6, 2023. The lecture was held to commemorate the 76th Death Anniversary of A.K. Coomaraswamy, a pioneering art historian of the 20th ..

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Mega Defence Event East Tech 2023

October 6, 2023

The Eastern Command of the Indian Army is organizing a significant defence event, “East Tech 2023,” to showcase the latest defence technologies. This event, taking place on October 10 and 11, is the first of its kind in Assam and ..

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Climate Change Endangering Amphibian Species in India and Globally

October 6, 2023

A new study warns that climate change is pushing amphibian species worldwide towards extinction. In India, 136 out of 426 amphibian species are at risk due to climate change, along with other factors. Impact of Climate Change on Amphibians An ..

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“Wagh Nakh” to Return to Maharashtra Temporarily

October 6, 2023

The government of Maharashtra has reached a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Victoria and Albert Museum in London to bring back a historic weapon known as the “wagh nakh” to the state on loan for three years. The wagh ..

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Study Suggests HDL Cholesterol Levels May Impact Dementia Risk in Older Adults

October 6, 2023

A recent study published in Neurology has raised questions about the relationship between high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol levels and the risk of dementia in older adults. The research suggests that both high and low levels of HDL cholesterol may be ..

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Punjab to Ban PUSA-44 Paddy Variety

October 6, 2023

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann recently announced the ban on the cultivation of the PUSA-44 paddy variety in the state, effective from the next year. PUSA-44 was once popular among Punjab’s farmers due to its high yield, covering a ..

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Drone (Amendment) Rules 2023

October 6, 2023

The Ministry of Civil Aviation in India has introduced the Drone (Amendment) Rules 2023, which will come into effect from September 27, 2023. These amendments aim to liberalize, promote, and streamline drone operations across the country, with a vision to ..

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Decriminalization of Cable Television Networks Act

October 6, 2023

In a move aimed at enhancing investor confidence, the Indian government has announced amendments to the Cable Television Networks Rules, which govern the implementation of the decriminalized provisions of the Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act. The Cable Television Networks (Regulation) ..

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