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Orders, Decorations, and Medals of India

The Orders, Decorations, and Medals of India are a collection of military and civilian awards presented by the Government of India to recognize and honour the exceptional service, gallantry, and achievements of individuals in various fields. These awards are conferred ..

Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority

The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) is a statutory body established by the Government of India to regulate, promote and ensure the orderly growth of the pension sector in India. It was established on 23 August 2003 through ..

Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO)

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is the premier research and development agency of the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. It was established in 1958 with the aim of developing indigenous defence technologies and systems to enhance India’s ..

Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction

The Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030 is a global agreement adopted by United Nations member states in March 2015 at the Third UN World Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction in Sendai, Japan. It is the successor to the ..

Freemen of the City of London

The Freemen of the City of London are individuals who have been granted the Freedom of the City, a traditional honor bestowed by the City of London Corporation. The Freedom of the City is a recognition of an individual’s significant ..

Secretary to the Government of India

The Secretary to the Government of India is a high-ranking bureaucrat in the Indian government, responsible for overseeing and managing the affairs of a specific department or ministry. The position is equivalent to a Permanent Secretary in the British government ..