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India Unveils ‘People’s G20’ eBook on Its G20 Presidency

September 19, 2023

Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, unveiled the “People’s G20” eBook, highlighting India’s G20 Presidency, in New Delhi. Three Main Parts The eBook provides a comprehensive overview of India’s G20 Presidency, featuring three main parts: First Part: The ..

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Inauguration of ‘Udaan Bhawan’

September 19, 2023

Union Minister of Civil Aviation and Steel inaugurated ‘Udaan Bhawan,’ an Integrated Office Complex at Delhi’s Safdarjung Airport, bringing together multiple aviation regulatory authorities under one roof for improved coordination. The New Integrated Office Complex comprises three above-ground levels and ..

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Airports Authority of India Enhances Flight Calibration Fleet with B-360 Aircraft

September 19, 2023

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has expanded its Flight Inspection Fleet with the addition of two advanced B-360 aircraft equipped with state-of-the-art Flight Inspection systems. This enhancement will enable AAI to conduct timely flight calibration for Ground Radio Navigational ..

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European Parliament Approves Critical Raw Materials Act

September 19, 2023

The European Parliament has approved the Critical Raw Materials Act with a significant majority, aiming to reduce the European Union’s dependence on China for critical minerals and metals essential for green technologies. The EU seeks to increase its domestic capacity ..

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Amrita Sher-Gil’s ‘The Story Teller’ Sets World Record at Auction

September 19, 2023

Amrita Sher-Gil’s 1937 masterpiece, “The Story Teller,” achieved a record-breaking sale of Rs 61.8 crore ($7.44 million) on September 16, marking the highest price ever paid for a work by an Indian artist. The painting, created during a pivotal period ..

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Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: September 19, 2023

September 19, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for September 19, 2023 INDIA Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), inked 3 MoUs, and laid foundation stone of ‘Modern Khadi of New India’. Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare launched e ..

UNESCO Recognizes Karnataka’s Sacred Ensembles of Hoysalas as World Heritage

September 19, 2023

UNESCO has officially added Karnataka’s Sacred Ensembles of Hoysalas to its prestigious World Heritage list. These ancient temples, previously on UNESCO’s Tentative list since 2014, now gain global recognition for their exceptional cultural and historical significance. The Hoysala temples, located ..

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Mukhya Mantri Shramik Kalyan Yojana

September 18, 2023

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has announced the launch of the Mukhya Mantri Shramik Kalyan Yojana (MMSKY) as part of the National Labour Day celebrations. The MMSKY scheme aims to enhance the welfare of the state’s labor force and ..

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US Court Declares DACA Illegal

September 18, 2023

A US District Court has declared the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program illegal, although it did not order the immediate termination of protections and work permits for nearly 580,000 DACA recipients. The recent ruling by US District Court ..

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PayPal Challenges Indian Court’s Ruling on “Payment System Operator” Status

September 18, 2023

PayPal is challenging a Delhi High Court ruling that classified it as a “payment system operator” under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), subjecting it to “reporting entity obligations.” The court’s single judge bench had concluded that all elements ..

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