Tamil Nadu’s tableau in the Republic Day parade 2024 on the Kartavya Path highlighted the historical significance of the Kudavolai electoral system, which emerged during the 10th century Chola era and marked an early stride towards democracy.
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Modified Parbati-Kalisindh-Chambal-ERCP (Modified PKC-ERCP) Link Project
An MoU was signed by Rajasthan and MP with the Union Ministry of Jal Shakti on 28th January 2024 for implementation of the Modified Parbati-Kalisindh-Chambal-ERCP (Modified PKC-ERCP) Link Project.
Gallantry awards 2024
President Droupadi Murmu has approved gallantry awards to 80 military personnel, including 12 posthumous, on the eve of 75th Republic Day.
Kutia Kondh community
Two persons from the Kutia Kondh community, one of the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in Odisha, attended the 75th Republic Day parade in New Delhi as special guests.
Sapinda Marriage
In January 2024, the Delhi High Court rejected a challenge to the constitutionality of Section 5(v) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 (HMA).
All India Survey on Higher Education (AISHE) 2021-2022
The Ministry of Education has released the All India Survey on Higher Education (AISHE) 2021-2022, revealing advancements in enrollment across various demographic categories. Key highlights About AISHE
EPFO removes Aadhaar as valid date of birth proof
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) has announced that the Aadhaar card will no longer be an acceptable document for date of birth.
Union Health Ministry announces new treatment regimen for leprosy
The Government of India has approved a new treatment regimen for leprosy, aiming to stop its transmission at the sub-national level by 2027. About leprosy
Own revenues of the Panchayats were only 1.1% of their total revenue: RBI report
In January 2024, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released its Report titled “Finances of Panchayati Raj Institutions”. Key points of report Suggestions: Panchayats
Social Audit Advisory Body (SAAB)
The 1st meeting of the Social Audit Advisory Body (SAAB) was held on 18th January 2024 at conference hall, Dr Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi.
Former Bihar CM Karpoori Thakur awarded Bharat Ratna
The former Bihar Chief Minister and socialist leader Karpoori Thakur (posthumously) will be awarded the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian award. Who was Karpoori Thakur? About ‘Bharat Ratna’
Pradhan Mantri Suryodaya Yojana
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi on January 22 announced ‘Pradhan Mantri Suryodaya Yojana’ under which 1 crore households will get rooftop solar. Rooftop Solar Programme
Arogya Maitri Disaster Management Cube-BHISHM
Two Arogya Maitri Disaster Management Cube-BHISHM, revolutionary mobile hospitals equipped with cutting-edge technology, were deployed in Ayodhya to bolster medical readiness and response capabilities during the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony.
IIL launches India’s ‘first’ indigenously developed Hepatitis A vaccine “Havisure”
Indian Immunologicals Ltd (IIL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of National Dairy Development Board (NDDB), launched India’s ‘first’ indigenously developed Hepatitis A vaccine, Havisure. About Havisure About Hepatitis
Global Good Alliance for Gender Equity and Equality
At the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting at Davos, Switzerland held from 15-19 January 2024, India announced the launch of a “Global Good Alliance for Gender Equity and Equality” with the support and endorsement by WEF and Government of India. Read More …