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Assam Cabinet Approves Key Initiatives for Development

July 6, 2023

The Assam state cabinet recently made significant decisions aimed at promoting the growth and welfare of its residents. This article highlights the key approvals granted by the cabinet, including the exemption of MSMEs from certain approvals and inspections, amendments to ..

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Second Thomas Shoal

July 6, 2023

Second Thomas Shoal, located in the north-eastern part of the Spratly Islands, has emerged as a contentious area in the South China Sea. The recent incident near Second Thomas Shoal escalated tensions between China and the Philippines. The Philippine Coast ..

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Meta’s Threads App

July 6, 2023

Meta, formerly known as Facebook, has recently developed a new app called Threads to compete with Twitter. However, the launch of the app in the European Union (EU) has been postponed due to regulatory concerns.   Regulatory Concerns and Delayed ..

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New Scheme to Support Minor Victims of Rape

July 6, 2023

The Women and Child Development Ministry has recently introduced a scheme aimed at offering comprehensive support to minor victims of sexual assault. This scheme operates under the Nirbhaya Fund and has been allocated a significant amount of ₹74.1 crore.  Supporting ..

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Factors Driving the Soaring Indian Stock Markets

July 6, 2023

The Indian stock markets have witnessed a remarkable surge in recent times, capturing the attention of investors and economists alike.  Optimism in the US and Increased Investment  One of the primary factors contributing to the surge in Indian stock markets ..

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DGCA-EASA MoU for Cooperation in Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Innovative Air Mobility

July 6, 2023

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) India and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to foster cooperation in the field of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and Innovative Air Mobility. This ..

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Expert Committee’s Report on Market Yard of National Importance Platform

July 6, 2023

The National Agriculture Market (e-NAM) in India has emerged as a game-changer in the agricultural sector, connecting farmers and traders across the country. With 1361 Mandis integrated into the e-NAM platform, this digital marketplace has transformed the way agricultural trade ..

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China’s Newly Amended Anti-Espionage Law

July 6, 2023

China’s newly amended security law, which came into effect on July 1, has raised concerns regarding its potential impact on businesses operating in the country. The counter-espionage law, passed by the National People’s Congress (NPC) Standing Committee, aims to safeguard ..

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Impact of CMV and ToMV on Tomato Crops

July 6, 2023

Tomato growers in regions like Maharashtra and Karnataka have been facing significant challenges due to the impact of two viruses – Cucumber mosaic virus (CMV) and Tomato mosaic virus (ToMV). These viruses have been causing substantial losses in tomato yields, ..

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Bird Divorce

July 6, 2023

Birds are known for their fascinating behaviors and intricate social dynamics. While divorce is commonly associated with humans, it turns out that birds, too, go through divorce. Recent research has shed light on this intriguing aspect of avian life, revealing ..

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