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The 6th International Conference on Disaster Resilient Infrastructure held in New Delhi, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Emphasizing the importance of investing in resilient infrastructure for a better future, Modi underscored that disasters’ impact goes beyond monetary losses, affecting individuals and communities. He advocated for integrating resilience into new projects and post-disaster reconstruction, stressing the global need for collective resilience across borders.

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Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) received the Outstanding Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) of the Year award at the All India Management Association (AIMA) Managing India Awards. Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar presented the award in Delhi on April 23. HAL achieved record revenue of over ₹29,810 crore in the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024, marking an impressive 11% growth. AIMA, established in 1957, promotes management excellence across India, collaborating with various sectors to advance the profession.

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The Supreme Court halted the construction of four proposed dams within Kalesar Wildlife Sanctuary, situated in the eastern part of Yamunanagar district, Haryana, nestled in the Shivalik foothills of the Himalayas with the Yamuna River to its east. The sanctuary’s diverse topography ranges from plains to hills up to 700 meters elevation, featuring valleys and seasonal rivulets. Its rich flora includes sal, khair, and shisam trees, while fauna includes leopards, deer, hyenas, and various bird species.

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The 2024 Global Report on Food Crisis (GRFC) revealed alarming statistics, with nearly 282 million people experiencing acute food insecurity in 59 countries in 2023. Produced annually by the Food Security Information Network (FSIN), the report analyzed 1.3 billion people across these nations. Conflict, extreme weather, and economic shocks were identified as major drivers of food crises, with conflict particularly affecting regions like Palestine and Sudan, impacting 135 million people.

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Prabowo Subianto, formerly Indonesia’s Defense Minister, has been appointed as country’s new President, succeeding Joko Widodo. Indonesia’s presidential term spans five years with the possibility of re-election. Subianto’s appointment marks a significant political transition, highlighting the democratic processes in Indonesia. His background in defense affairs signals potential shifts in national security policies under his leadership.