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Stalling of Progress Toward UN’s Education for All Goal

September 21, 2023

A new report from UNESCO reveals that slow progress on achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) of education for all, combined with socio-economic pressures and the mass exclusion of girls from education in Afghanistan, has widened the global ..

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Over 1,200 Children Died in Sudan’s Refugee Camps

September 21, 2023

United Nations agencies, including UNHCR and WHO, have reported that more than 1,200 children under the age of five have died from suspected measles and malnutrition in nine refugee camps in Sudan’s White Nile State between May 15 and September ..

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“Embracing a One Health Framework to Fight Antimicrobial Resistance” Report

September 21, 2023

A new report from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has shed light on the health and economic consequences of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Titled “Embracing a One Health Framework to Fight Antimicrobial Resistance,” the report, released on September ..

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State of Working India 2023

September 21, 2023

A report by Azim Premji University titled “State of Working India 2023” highlights the impact of India’s economic slowdown from 2018-2020 and the subsequent Covid-19 pandemic on the labor market. The report reveals that the workforce has shifted more towards ..

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GSTN Enables Geocoding Across All Indian States and Union Territories

September 21, 2023

The Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) has introduced geocoding functionality to identify and locate businesses accurately across all states and union territories. Geocoding allows for precise location data and enhances auditing and enforcement efforts. The implementation of geocoding will ..

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Railway Board Increases Ex-Gratia Payments for Train Accident Victims

September 21, 2023

The Railway Board in India has significantly increased ex-gratia payments for victims of train accidents and untoward incidents. The ex-gratia relief amounts, last revised in 2012 and 2013, have been increased by tenfold. The circular, dated September 18, states that ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz : September 21, 2023

September 21, 2023

41. ‘National Judicial Data Grid (NJDG)’ is associated with which country? [A] India[B] Sri Lanka[C] USA[D] UK Show Answer Correct Answer: A [India] Notes:The Supreme Court onboarded its case data on the National Judicial Data Grid. The NJDG portal is ..

Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: September 21, 2023

September 21, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for September 21, 2023 INDIA Lok Sabha passes historic women’s reservation Bill, 27 years after a Women’s Reservation Bill was first introduced in Parliament. India issued a travel advisory for all Indian ..

Mukhyamantrir Atmanirbharshil Asom Abhiyan

September 21, 2023

The Assam government is set to launch a new scheme called “Mukhyamantrir Atmanirbharshil Asom Abhiyan.” This scheme aims to provide financial assistance to young individuals, fostering self-reliance and economic independence among the state’s youth. Chief Minister Sarma announced the launch ..

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SC Refers 1998 P V Narasimha Rao Case to 7-Judge Bench for Reconsideration

September 21, 2023

In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India has decided to review the 1998 P V Narasimha Rao case, which granted legislators immunity against criminal prosecution for bribery charges related to their parliamentary activities. A 5-judge Constitution Bench, led ..

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