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Engineer’s Day celebrated on 15th September

The entire nation celebrates Engineer’s Day on 15th September to mark the Birth Anniversary of the renowned Indian engineer Bharat Ratna Mokshagundam Viseswaraya. Across the world, countries celebrate Engineer’s Day on different dates, honouring stalwarts of their own nations in the field. Several engineering institutions, organizations and educational institutions celebrate the day by organizing meetings […]

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National Forest Martyrs Day Observed on 11th September

Why 11th September is observed as National Forest Martyrs Day ?

On 11th September 2020, the National Forest martyrs Day was observed throughout the country to commemorate the personnel of Department of Forest and Wildlife who laid down their lives to protect natural resources. According to indiatimes, about 1,400 forest officials have been martyed while protecting the country’s forest wealth and wildlife. The Ministry of Environment

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Indian States Startup Ranking 2019: Summary Report

India is the 3rd largest startup ecosystem in the world with about 32 Unicorns (valuation greater than 1 billion $) and about 28,000+ recognised startups. The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) conducted the the States’ Startup Ranking 2019 Exercise (second edition), with the key objective to foster competitiveness and propel States and

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Breathe Life Campaign

Breathe Life Campaign is a joint campaign led by the WHO, United Nations Environment and the Climate & Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) to mobilize cities and individuals to protect our health and planet from the effects of air pollution. The campaign combines public health and climate change expertise with guidance on implementing solutions to air

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Mental Health Helpline Kiran Launched

On 07th September 2020, Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Shri Thaawar chand Gehlot launched a 24×7 Toll-Free Mental Health Rehabilitation Helpline “KIRAN” (1800-500-0019) to provide relief and support to persons with Mental Illness. Shri Gehlot also released the poster, brochure and resource book on the Mental Health Helpline Kiran. Objectives of Kiran Helpline:

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