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NATIONAL AFFAIRS - January 2016

Jan 2016

Feb 26, 2025

Ministry of Corporate Affairs Organises Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS) Mela

The Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS) Mela was organised by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs in collaboration with Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) at the CII Suresh Neotia Centre of Excellence for Leadership, Salt Lake City, Kolkata. Youth from various districts of East India and prominent companies offering internships under PMIS participated in the mela. The mela was organised with the objective of enlightening the youth about the plethora of internship opportunities available on the PM internship portal, while also serving as a platform for meaningful engagement between industry representatives and aspiring interns.

Vijender Gupta New Speaker of Delhi Assembly

In a major political development, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Vijender Gupta was elected as the Speaker of the Delhi Legislative Assembly. His election is significant, not just for the BJP but also for Delhi's legislative history, as Gupta took charge of the very House where he once faced expulsion as a vocal opposition leader.
Vijender Gupta's political career spans over two decades, beginning as a municipal councillor in Delhi. He represented Rohini for three consecutive terms before stepping into the state legislative arena. His rise within the BJP ranks saw him take on the role of Leader of Opposition in the Delhi Assembly from 2015 to 2020, during the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government's tenure.

Prime Minister Modi Inaugurates Historic Jhumoir Ensemble in Assam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the largest-ever Jhumoir dance performance at Guwahati's Sarusajai Stadium, commemorating the 200th anniversary of Assam's tea industry. The event, titled 'Jhumoir Binandini 2025,' featured over 8,000 artists from the tea garden community, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Assam.
Jhumoir is a traditional dance integral to Assam's tea garden workers and Adivasi communities. Originating in the early 19th century, it served as a medium for workers to express joy and unity after laborious days in the tea plantations.

Feb 25, 2025

Y. K. Sailas Thangal Appointed Indian Envoy to Kazakhstan

Y. K. Sailas Thangal, a 1996 batch Senior Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer, was appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced.
India and Kazakhstan enjoy close cultural relations that manifest in popularity of yoga, Indian films, dance and music in Kazakhstan.

Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya Inaugurates Regional Dialogue on Social Justice

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the Employers' Federation of India (EFI), in partnership with the Ministry of Labour and Employment, the International Labour Organisation (ILO) and the Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), organised Asia Pacific's first Regional Dialogue on Social Justice, under the Global Coalition for Social Justice in New Delhi. The event was inaugurated by Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya.
The event marked the 74th Foundation Day of ESIC, celebrating its role in providing comprehensive social security to India's workforce.
The Global Coalition for Social Justice, a global movement with over 336 partners, including 90 governments, aims to bridge social justice deficits through multi-stakeholder collaboration.

Two-Day National Start-up Festival Organised by CSIR-IIIM Concludes

The two days long National Start-up Festival (NSF) organised by CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (IIIM) concluded.
The festival showcased remarkable success stories in start-up promotion, innovation and entrepreneurial growth across Jammu & Kashmir.
The two-day festival was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office.
The event held attracted huge crowd of students drawn from various degree colleges and schools of Jammu region to provide a platform to the entrepreneurs, investors, industry leaders, scientists, researchers, bio-incubators, manufacturers, regulators and members of civil society to witness the technologies and innovation showcased during the festival.

Feb 24, 2025

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, attends 'Unity Utsav - One Voice, One...

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, attended the 'Unity Utsav - One Voice, One Nation' event organised by Assam Rifles in New Delhi as the chief guest. Many dignitaries including the Director General of Assam Rifles were present on the occasion.
In his address, Amit Shah emphasised the significance of unity for the North-East, noting that for years after independence, the region felt physically and emotionally distant from Delhi. He credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi with bridging this gap through enhanced connectivity, stating that the North-East now belongs to all of India, and vice versa.
Reflecting on the event's theme, "One Voice, One Nation," Shah praised India's unity in diversity as its greatest strength.

Feb 23, 2025

Adani Foundation Unveils 'Butterfly Effect'

Ahead of the upcoming International Women's Day next month, the Adani Foundation hosted the first national-level roundtable consultation in the national capital.
The event brought together key stakeholders to discuss strategies and chalk out pathways to accelerate women's empowerment across India.
The national-level event also saw the unveiling of the Foundation's 'Butterfly Effect' framework - a transformative approach tailored to address the evolving needs of women throughout their lives.

India Rolls Out Digital Pilot Licenses, Second After China

India took a major step in modernising its aviation sector by launching the Electronic Personnel License (EPL) for flight crew. With this initiative, India became the second country in the world after China to implement digital licensing for pilots. EPL, launched by Civil Aviation Minister K. Rammohan Naidu, is expected to enhance convenience, transparency, and efficiency in the licensing process. The initiative aligns with India's vision of digital transformation and aviation safety while preparing for the growing demand in the aviation industry.

PM Inaugurates 98th Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan

Marathi was recently granted classical language status by the government. Taking this further and celebrating the rich culture and heritage of India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 98th Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi. He also addressed the gathering on the occasion.
The Sammelan hosted a diverse array of panel discussions, book exhibitions, cultural performances, and interactive sessions with eminent literary figures. The Sammelan celebrated Marathi literature's timeless relevance and explore its role in contemporary discourse, including themes of language preservation, translation, and the impact of digitalisation on literary works.

Feb 22, 2025

PM Inaugurates First Edition of the SOUL Leadership Conclave

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the first edition of the SOUL Leadership Conclave at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. He also addressed the gathering on the occasion. Prime Minister of Bhutan Dasho Tshering Tobgay delivered the Keynote Address as the Guest of Honour.
The two day SOUL Leadership Conclave served as a premier platform where leaders from diverse domains like politics, sports, arts and media, the spiritual world, public policy, business and the social sector shared their inspiring life journeys and discussed aspects relating to leadership. The conclave fostered an ecosystem of collaboration and thought leadership, facilitating learning from both failures and successes, to inspire young audiences.

Kerala Launches First-of-its-Kind Project for Unused, Expired Medicine Disposal

Kerala launched nPROUD (New Programme for Removal of Unused Drugs), a first-of-its-kind initiative in India to collect and scientifically dispose of expired and unused medicines. Health Minister Veena George inaugurated the project in Kozhikode.
Initially rolled out in Ulliyeri panchayat under Kozhikode Corporation, the project will expand state-wide in phases. The project aims to tackle the lack of proper disposal systems, preventing environmental pollution, health hazards, and antimicrobial resistance.

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