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China passes new Online Privacy Law

August 21, 2021

China passed a new Online Privacy Law on August 20, 2021 with the aim of preventing businesses from collecting any sensitive personal data. Background New law was passed in the backdrop of China facing an uptick in internet scams. Companies ..

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Ismail Sabri Yaakob: New Prime Minister of Malaysia

August 21, 2021

King of Malaysia has appointed Ismail Sabri Yaakob as the prime minister of the country on August 20, 2021. Key Points Ismail Sabri Yaakob replaced Muhyiddin Yassin as Prime Minister. Yassin stepped down as he lost the majority in parliament ..

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August 20: World Mosquito Day

August 21, 2021

World Mosquito Day 2021 was observed on August 20, to raise awareness and alertness regarding the diseases caused by mosquitoes.  The day also remembers Sir Ronald Ross who discovered a link between female mosquitoes and malaria. Concerns regarding Mosquitoes Despite ..

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Facebook India launched ‘Small Business Loans Initiative’

August 21, 2021

Facebook India has launched a new initiative called the “Small Business Loans Initiative” on August 20, 2021. Key Facts This initiative was launched in partnership with online lending platform, Indifi. It will extend help to small and medium businesses (SMBs) ..

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EAM S. Jaishankar slams China for terror stand at UNSC

August 21, 2021

President of UN Security Council & External affairs minister (EAM) of India, S. Jaishankar, slammed at China for terror stand. He chaired the UNSC Briefing on “Threats to International Peace & Security Caused by Terrorist Acts” on August 19, 2021. ..

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Assam announced Covid Relief Package for helpers, drivers & priests

August 21, 2021

Assam government has announced COVID relief package for helpers, drivers and priests. Key Points Under the relief package, drivers and helpers of privately operated buses will be getting one-time relief of Rs 10,000. Priests of the temple and head of ..

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