“SPORTS”

Hamilton wins thrilling Belgian Grand Prix

Lewis Hamilton has won the Belgian Grand Prix after teammate George Russell, who had originally come home in first, was disqualified following the race for an underweight car. With McLaren’s Oscar Piastri finishing third. Red Bull’s Sergio Perez ended the day down in P7, having been overtaken by Sainz in the latter stages amid continuing pressure around the Mexican’s place in the team. Fernando Alonso took eighth for Aston Martin with Alpine’s Esteban Ocon and RB’s Daniel Ricciardo rounding out the top-10.

“AWARDS”

Google CEO Sundar Pichai Honored with Honorary Doctorate from IIT-Kharagpur

In a momentous occasion that bridged Silicon Valley and the prestigious halls of Indian academia, Google and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai and his wife Anjali Pichai were honored by their alma mater, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur. The ceremony, held in San Francisco, marked a significant milestone in the couple’s already illustrious careers and underscored the global impact of India’s premier technological institutes.

DMRC wins Global Water Tech Award for environmental initiatives

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has received the ‘Global Water Tech Award 2024’ in the ‘organisation’ category for its initiatives in environmental conservation. Global Energy and Environment Foundation (GEEF) presented the honour, recognising DMRC’s efforts in water conservation and efficient utilisation of water resources across Delhi.

“DEFENCE”

‘Tarang Shakti 2024’, First Multinational Air Exercise

India will host its first multinational air exercise, ‘Tarang Shakti 2024’, in two phases starting on the 6th of next month in Sular, Tamil Nadu. In this exercise, nearly 30 countries will participate, and out of 30, ten countries will join the exercise with their fighter aircraft. The exercise will showcase India’s defence prowess and provide a platform for participating militaries to foster interoperability.

Indian Armed Forces Gets The First Woman Director General Of Medical Service (ARMY)

Lieutenant General Sadhna Saxena Nair has become the first woman to be appointed the Director General of Medical Services. She was also the first woman to serve as the Director of General Hospital Services (Armed Forces) as well as the first woman to be the Principal Medical Officer of the Western Air Command.

 “APPOINTMENTS”

Mridu Pawan Das appointed as next High Commissioner of India to Rwanda

The government of India has appointed Mridu Pawan Das as the next High Commissioner of India to Republic of Rwanda. He presently Joint Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs.

“NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL NEWS”

India International Hospitality Expo 2024: Poised for Great Success

The India International Hospitality Expo (IHE) 2024, set to take place from August 3rd to 6th at India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida, Delhi NCR, is on track to become a landmark event in the hospitality sector. With over 1000 exhibitors and an anticipated attendance of more than 20,000 B2B buyers, this seventh edition promises to be a significant event, showcasing a wide range of products and services from luxury hotels, resorts, restaurants, and more.

Nelson Mandela Legacy Sites Inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage

In a momentous decision that celebrates the life and legacy of one of the world’s most revered leaders, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) has inscribed several iconic South African sites associated with Nelson Mandela as World Heritage Sites. This recognition, announced during the 46th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in New Delhi, marks a significant milestone in preserving the memory of South Africa’s journey from apartheid to democracy.