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NATIONAL AFFAIRS - November 2018

Nov 2018

Nov 05, 2024

Jaishankar Opens Indian Consulate in Brisbane

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar formally inaugurated an Indian Consulate in Brisbane in Australia.
Apart from the High Commission at Canberra, the Australian capital, India has consulates at Melbourne, Sydney and Perth. The new one at Brisbane in Queensland will be the fourth.

Speaker Nominates Three MLAs as Panel Chairmen for J-K Assembly

The Speaker of the Legislative Assembly Abdul Rahim Rather named three legislators as panel chairmen for the ongoing session of Legislative Assembly (LA).
The three MLAs are Mubarak Gul of ruling National Conference, Muhammad Yousuf Tarigami (CPI-M), and Sujeet Singh Salathia as panel chairman for the Assembly.

The 16th Finance Commission Team in Nagaland on Three Day Visit

Members of the 16th Finance Commission arrived in Nagaland on a three-day visit.
The Finance Commission team comprising Chairman Arvind Panagriya and members Ajay Narayan Jha, Annie George Mathew and Manoj Panda was received at Dimapur Airport by Deputy Chief Minister Y. Patton and Chief Secretary J. Alam.
During the three-day stay, the Finance Commission team would hold a closed-door meeting with the chief minister.
Other than the funds provided to the state through Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS), the state government is likely to present to the Commission, demands for grants-in-aid for the next five years, amounting to nearly Rs. 1 trillion on various sectors.

Nov 04, 2024

Sat Sharma is J&K BJP President

The BJP leadership appointed Sat Sharma as president of the party's Jammu and Kashmir unit, replacing Ravinder Raina.
As per reports, Raina was made a member of its national executive.
Sharma has been at the helm earlier as well and is an experienced organisation person.

'One District One Product' Promoted by Piyush Goyal during Riyadh Visit

Union Minister Piyush Goyal, on a two-day visit to Saudi Arabia, inaugurated the "One District One Product" (ODOP) Wall at the Indian Embassy.
With ODOP, the government aims to spotlight local products on international platforms, transforming various districts across India into "Made in India" hubs.
By promoting these locally-made products through partnerships with global retail chains, the initiative also seeks to create sustainable livelihoods for Indian artisans and entrepreneurs.

Rajesh Kumar Singh Takes Charge as New Defence Secretary in South Block

Rajesh Kumar Singh, a distinguished 1989-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the Kerala cadre, officially took charge as the Defence Secretary at South Block, New Delhi. Singh succeeded Giridhar Aramane, the 1988-batch IAS officer from the Andhra Pradesh cadre, who retired from his service on October 31, 2024, after serving a notable two-year term in this crucial role.
Singh's extensive experience in key government roles and his history of strategic decision-making prepared him to take on one of the most prestigious positions within the Indian government. His journey to this role reflects a career built on service, leadership, and integrity.

Nov 03, 2024

Indian Railways Renews MoU with Switzerland for Advanced Infrastructure Modernisation

Indian Railways renewed its Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Switzerland's Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and Communications (DETEC) to deepen technical collaboration, targeting infrastructure modernisation and operational efficiency. Signed via video conferencing, this agreement marks the continuation of a partnership initiated in 2017, focusing on areas critical to railway technology enhancement.
The MoU renewal received backing from India's Ministry of Railways and Ministry of External Affairs, with Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighting the alignment with India's modernisation goals.

Nov 02, 2024

Greenpeace Report: 77% of Women Feel Unsafe on Delhi Buses After Dark

Despite the Delhi government's "Pink Ticket" scheme enabling free bus travel for women since October 2019, a recent Greenpeace report reveals that 77% of women feel unsafe on buses after dark due to poor lighting, infrequent schedules, and incidents of harassment, particularly in overcrowded buses. While the scheme has issued over 100 crore tickets and contributed to both economic savings for women and environmental benefits, safety remains a primary concern.

Amit Shah Launches App to Register Birth, Death

Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched a mobile application for registration of births and deaths. The Civil Registration System (CRS) mobile app, prepared by the Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India, is expected to significantly reduce the time required for the registration of births and deaths.

Cultural Tribute Konark Wheel Replicas Unveiled at Amrit Udyan

Four sandstone replicas of the iconic Konark wheel have been installed at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre and Amrit Udyan, according to an official statement released. This initiative aims to highlight and promote India's rich cultural heritage, providing visitors with a deeper appreciation of the country's historical artistry and craftsmanship.
The initiative aims to showcase and promote India's rich cultural heritage to visitors.
The Konark wheel represents a key aspect of India's artistic and historical legacy.
This installation is part of a broader effort to integrate traditional cultural and historical elements into the Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Nov 01, 2024

India's First Writer's Village Opens in Dehradun

India's first 'Writer's Village' was inaugurated in Dehradun by former President Ram Nath Kovind, along with Uttarakhand Governor Lt. Gen. Gurmeet Singh (retd) and Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. This unique village aims to foster creativity and provide a nurturing environment for writers from across the country, establishing Dehradun as a new cultural hub for literary talent.
Former Chief Minister Nishank, a notable writer himself, conceptualised the village to foster a peaceful atmosphere conducive to literary creation.

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