The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) concluded with grandeur on 28th November 2024 at the Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Indoor Stadium in Goa. The nine-day festival celebrated the art of filmmaking, showcased global and Indian cinema, and highlighted the creativity of both emerging and established filmmakers. Theme and Highlights This year’s theme, “Young … Read more
India has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering innovation and strengthening its intellectual property (IP) ecosystem by signing the Final Act of the Riyadh Design Law Treaty (DLT). This treaty, developed under the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) after nearly two decades of negotiations, simplifies and harmonizes the industrial design protection process worldwide. Here’s an analysis … Read more
India has made a significant leap in combating drug-resistant bacterial infections with the development of Nafithromycin, the country’s first antibiotic designed to tackle deadly, drug-resistant bacteria. Here’s everything you need to know about this groundbreaking achievement, particularly useful for students preparing for competitive exams. Who Developed Nafithromycin? Mumbai-based Wockhardt Limited developed Nafithromycin in collaboration with … Read more
The Indian Chemical Council (ICC) has been awarded the 2024 OPCW-The Hague Award, marking a historic recognition of India’s contributions to global chemical safety. The award was presented during the 29th Session of the Conference of the States Parties (CSP) of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) on November 25, 2024, at … Read more
Max Verstappen, the Dutch sensation in Formula 1, clinched his fourth consecutive Drivers’ Championship title at the 2024 Las Vegas Grand Prix, held on 24 November. Although Verstappen finished fifth in the race, his commanding points lead secured his place in history as one of the sport’s legends. Las Vegas Grand Prix Highlights The race … Read more
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has taken a landmark step in monetary policy by introducing the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) as its primary policy instrument. This move, effective 27 November 2024, aims to enhance the efficiency of monetary transmission, stimulate economic activity, and guide inflation towards a 5% target over the medium term. … Read more
Eight-year-old Divith Reddy from Hyderabad has brought glory to India by winning the Under-8 World Cadets Chess Championship. This remarkable achievement came on a Tuesday, as Divith scored 9 out of 11 points, tying with fellow Indian Sattwik Swain. However, thanks to a superior tiebreak score, Divith clinched the gold medal, while Sattwik secured the … Read more
The International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Associations (IFPMA) has named Dr. Thomas Schinecker, CEO of Roche Group, as its new President, effective 1 January 2025. Dr. Schinecker, who has served as IFPMA Vice-President for the past two years, will lead the global pharmaceutical industry body into a new era of innovation and collaboration. He … Read more
The Government of India has launched the “Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat Campaign” (Child Marriage-Free India Campaign), a nationwide initiative to eliminate child marriages and empower girls to achieve their full potential. Spearheaded by Union Women and Child Development Minister Annapurna Devi, the campaign also includes the introduction of a dedicated portal to enhance monitoring and … Read more
The Government of Gujarat has launched a transformative Cottage and Rural Industries Policy 2024, aiming to revitalize the rural economy by empowering artisans and small-scale entrepreneurs. With ambitious goals to create 12 lakh jobs, boost handicraft exports to ₹1,500 crore, and enhance market access, this policy marks a significant step toward promoting “Aatmanirbhar Bharat” (self-reliant … Read more
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