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International Day of Care and Support 2023 Celebrates on 29 October

This 29 October marks the UN’s first official International Day for Care and Support, which recognises the legacy of the first International Day for Care founded four years ago by trade unions to accelerate public investment in to the care economy.International Day of Care and Support 2023-HistoryThe International Day of Care and Support was proclaimed by the United Nations […]

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Airbus tie-up with IIT Kanpur to promote aerospace education and innovation in India

The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) and Airbus have formalized their partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This landmark agreement, signed, aims to significantly enhance the aerospace sector’s talent pool in India through research and education initiatives. Empowering the Aerospace Industry According to a press release by IITK, the collaboration between these two esteemed institutions will revolve

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Accession Day 2023: Union Territory of J&K celebrates on 26th October

India’s union territory of Jammu and Kashmir celebrates October 26 as a public holiday to commemorate the historic signing of the Instrument of Accession in 1947. This significant document marked the accession of the princely state to India and set the stage for the region’s integration into the Indian union. The celebration of October 26 as a public holiday in Jammu

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World Day for Audiovisual Heritage 2023 Celebrates on 27th October

The 2023 World Day for Audiovisual Heritage, observed on October 27, revolves around the theme “Your Window to the World.” This annual celebration is a significant initiative co-led by UNESCO and the Coordinating Council of Audiovisual Archives Associations (CCAAA) to pay homage to the dedicated audiovisual preservation professionals and institutions safeguarding our rich heritage for the benefit of future generations. Audiovisual heritage serves

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World Polio Day 2023: Date, Theme and Significance

World Polio Day every October 24 highlights global efforts to eliminate polio and the importance of vaccination in protecting children from the disease. It is also an opportunity to highlight the importance of all mothers, fathers, caregivers, health workers and volunteers who play a key role in getting polio vaccines to children and their communities. On January 13,

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United Nations Day 2023 celebrates on 24 October

United Nations Day, observed on October 24th each year, commemorates the anniversary of the entry into force of the UN Charter in 1945. This momentous occasion officially marked the establishment of the United Nations, a global organization unparalleled in its legitimacy, convening power, and normative impact. This article delves into the history and significance of United Nations Day and

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Mumbai second most polluted major global city as air quality worsens

Mumbai became the second most polluted city among 109 places tracked by IQAir, a Swiss technology company measuring air quality in real-time. The top 5 Cities in the world are: Beijing Mumbai Karachi Jerusalem Shenyang The air quality index (AQI) score is based on the US system where a score of between 0-50 is good, 51-100 is moderate,

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Skyroot Aerospace unveils Vikram-1 rocket, scheduled for launch in 2024

Space start-up Skyroot Aerospace unveiled its indigenously built Vikram-1 rocket which is expected to deliver satellites to low earth orbit early 2024. Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh also inaugurated ‘The MAX-Q Campus’, the new headquarters of the start-up at the GMR Aerospace and Industrial Park at Mamidipally in South Hyderabad.Vikram-1 is a multi-stage launch vehicle with a capacity to place around 300 kg of payloads

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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Launches Project ‘Udbhav’ To Promote “Indianisation”

The Indian Army recently launched ‘Project Udbhav‘ with the aim of rediscovering the profound Indian heritage of statecraft and strategic thoughts derived from ancient Indian texts. “Project Udbhav, initiated by the military, aims to tap into ancient Indian treatises such as Chanakya’s Arthashastra, Kamandaka’s Nitisara, and the Thirukkural by the Tamil poet-saint Thiruvalluvar to glean insights on statecraft, strategy, diplomacy, and

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International Stuttering Awareness Day 2023 Observed On 22 October

International Stuttering Awareness Day is a global event that takes place annually on October 22nd, dedicated to raising awareness about stuttering, a speech disorder characterized by disruptions in fluency. This day serves as an opportunity for organizations worldwide to come together and educate the public about the challenges faced by individuals dealing with stuttering. The 2023 Theme: “One

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