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Meghalaya Launches CM Elevate Program

September 22, 2023

Meghalaya’s Chief Minister, Conrad K. Sangma, inaugurated the groundbreaking CM Elevate program in Shillong, marking a significant step towards promoting entrepreneurship, boosting employment, and driving economic development within the state. The initiative, aimed at fostering innovation and self-reliance, seeks to ..

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Sebi Enhances Transparency in Listing Rules for Non-Convertible Debt Securities

September 22, 2023

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has made significant amendments to the rules governing the listing of non-convertible debt securities issued by listed entities. These changes, which come into effect on January 1, 2024, are designed to bolster ..

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RBI Proposes Transparent Mechanism for Declaring Wilful Defaulters

September 22, 2023

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced a robust and transparent mechanism for the classification of wilful defaulters, aimed at strengthening accountability and making it more challenging for defaulters to secure funding for future endeavors. This pivotal move comes ..

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Dr. Swati Nayak Receives Prestigious Borlaug Award for Advancing Rice Seed Systems

September 22, 2023

Dr. Swati Nayak, an Indian scientist at the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), has been bestowed with the prestigious 2023 Norman E Borlaug Award for Field Research and Application. This honor recognizes her groundbreaking work in establishing demand-driven rice seed ..

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New Marine Tardigrade Species in Indian Waters

September 22, 2023

Researchers at the Cochin University of Science and Technology (Cusat) have unveiled an exciting discovery—a new species of marine tardigrade. Named Batillipes kalami, this minuscule creature was found off the southeast coast of Tamil Nadu, India, and has been christened ..

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UHC Progress Stagnates, Financial Protection Worsens: Report

September 22, 2023

A joint report by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Bank delivers sobering news: progress towards achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) has stalled since 2015. The report also shines a light on the worsening financial protection for individuals ..

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Germany Contributes €40 Million to Global Biodiversity Framework Fund

September 22, 2023

The government of Germany has made a significant commitment by pledging €40 million to the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund (GBFF). This momentous contribution was announced during a high-level event at the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly. Understanding ..

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Study Links High PM2.5 Pollution Levels to Increased Breast Cancer Risk

September 22, 2023

A recent study conducted jointly by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) and the National Cancer Institute (NCI) in the United States has revealed a concerning connection between living in areas with high levels of fine particulate matter ..

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Political Declaration on Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness, and Response

September 22, 2023

United Nations member states have come together to adopt a historic political declaration aimed at enhancing global preparedness for future pandemics. The declaration represents a collective commitment to prevent a repeat of the catastrophic health and socioeconomic impacts experienced during ..

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Delay in Airworthiness Certification for HTT-40 Basic Trainer Aircraft

September 22, 2023

Six months after the Indian Ministry of Defence entered a contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to procure 70 HTT-40 basic trainer aircraft for the Indian Air Force (IAF), concerns have emerged due to delays in obtaining full airworthiness certification ..

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