“IMPORTANT DAYS”

National Commission for Protection of Child Rights Celebrates 19th Foundation Day

On March 12, 2024, the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) celebrated its 19th Foundation Day at the Jacaranda Hall, Indian Habitat Centre, New Delhi. To mark this special occasion, the Commission invited children from different parts of the country to acknowledge their efforts and participation in the Commission’s Pariksha Parv campaign. Chairpersons and Members from all the State Commissions for Protection of Child Rights (SCPCRs) were also invited to attend the event. During the foundation day program, the various State Commissions shared their good practices, experiences, and highlighted the new initiatives they have taken in their respective states.

Poshan Pakhwada 2024 from 9th to 23rd March

The Ministry of Women and Child Development will organize Poshan Pakhwada nationwide from March 9 to March 23, 2024. This 15-day celebration aims to spread awareness about nutrition, dietary practices, and women’s health.

Poshan Pakhwada 2024 Theme

The main focus theme’s for activities and awareness during Poshan Pakhwada 2024 will be:

• Poshan Bhi Padhai Bhi (PBPB) – Promoting better Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCE)
• Tribal, Traditional, Regional, Local dietary practices – Sensitizing about nutrition
• Health of pregnant women & Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF) practices

 “AWARD”

Mr. Srinivasan Swamy Receives 2024 IAA Golden Compass Award

Mr. Srinivasan Swamy, currently serving as the chairman and managing director of RK Swamy Ltd, was honored at the 45th IAA World Congress in Penang, Malaysia. Governor Tun Ahmad Fuzi Abdul Razak presented him with the esteemed IAA Golden Compass Award, recognizing his significant contributions to the global marketing, advertising, and media industries. This accolade marks a significant milestone in his illustrious career.

Indian Writer Amitav Ghosh Awarded Prestigious Erasmus Prize 2024

The Praemium Erasmianum Foundation has awarded the Erasmus Prize 2024 to the Indian writer Amitav Ghosh. He receives this prestigious honour for his passionate contribution to the theme “imagining the unthinkable,” in which he explores the unprecedented global crisis of climate change through his literary works.

Riken Yamamoto Wins 2024 Pritzker Architecture Prize

Riken Yamamoto, a Japanese architect from Yokohama, has been named the winner of the 2024 Pritzker Architecture Prize, widely regarded as the highest honour in the field of architecture.

“FESTIVAL”

Simdega District Hosts First-Ever Pusa Krishi Vigyan Mela

For the first time, the district of Simdega in Jharkhand is hosting the Pusa Krishi Vigyan Mela, a national-level agricultural science fair. The event, organized by the Indian Agricultural Research Institute, Pusa (New Delhi), is being held at the Albert Ekka Stadium from March 10th to 12th, marking a significant stride towards realizing the vision of a prosperous farmer community.

“SPORTS”

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sutherland Named ICC Players of the Month for February 2024

Yashasvi Jaiswal, the young Indian opener, has been named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for February 2024. Jaiswal beat out stiff competition from veterans like Kane Williamson of New Zealand and Pathum Nissanka of Sri Lanka to claim the coveted award. The 22-year-old Jaiswal has made an incredible start to his international career, emerging as one of the best Test openers in the world. His performances in February were nothing short of extraordinary, as he slammed two scintillating double centuries in back-to-back Test matches against England.

“APPOINTMENTS”

ISMA Appoints Deepak Ballani as New Director General

The Indian Sugar & Bio-energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA) has appointed Mr. Deepak Ballani as its new Director General. With over 25 years of extensive experience in public policy, government affairs, and organizational management, Mr. Ballani brings a wealth of expertise to this pivotal role. Prior to joining ISMA, Mr. Ballani served as the Director General at The All India Plastics Manufacturers Association, where he spearheaded policy advocacy, government affairs management, and international partner management.

Justice Satyendra Kumar Singh Sworn in as New Lokayukta of Madhya Pradesh

Justice Satyendra Kumar Singh was appointed as the new Lokayukta (anti-corruption ombudsman) of Madhya Pradesh. He took the oath of office on Sunday night, with the ceremony being administered by Governor Mangubhai Patel at Raj Bhavan.

“NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL NEWS”

Union Minister Inaugurates India’s 1st FutureLABS At C-DAC Thiruvananthapuram

Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar, the Union Minister of State for Electronics and IT, Skill Development, Entrepreneurship, and Jal Shakti, inaugurated India’s first FutureLABS center at C-DAC Thiruvananthapuram. Named the “Centre for Semiconductor Chips & Systems for Strategic Electronics,” this pioneering initiative aims to catalyze an ecosystem for next-generation chip design, manufacturing, and research.

New Scorpion Species with 8 Eyes and Legs Found in Thailand

Researchers have made an exciting discovery – a previously unknown scorpion species with 8 eyes and 8 legs in Thailand’s Kaeng Krachan National Park. During a wildlife expedition in the park, located near the Tenasserim Mountain Range, a team of researchers stumbled upon this new scorpion species hidden under a rock while camping. They studied three adult males and one adult female of this species and published their findings in the journal ZooKeys.