“IMPORTANT DAYS”

The International Day of Charity 2024

The International Day of Charity, observed annually on September 5th, serves as a reminder of the transformative power of philanthropic activities in addressing some of the world’s most pressing issues. In an era of global challenges, charity stands as a beacon of hope, fostering social bonds and contributing to the creation of inclusive and resilient societies.

Teacher’s Day 2024

Teacher’s Day is a special day to celebrate and appreciate teachers for their hard work and dedication. In India, it is celebrated on September 5th every year. This day honors the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, a great teacher and the second President of India. Teacher’s Day in 2024 is a time to recognize the important role teachers play in shaping our lives.

“SPORTS”

India’s Sachin Sarjerao Khilari Secured Silver Medal in the Men’s Shot Put F46 Event

The Paris 2024 Paralympics witnessed a remarkable performance by India’s Sachin Sarjerao Khilari, who secured a silver medal in the men’s shot put F46 event. This achievement not only adds to India’s growing medal tally but also highlights the nation’s emerging prowess in para-athletics. Sachin Khilari, the 34-year-old world champion, showcased his exceptional skills by setting a new Asian record of 16.32 meters on his second attempt. This stellar performance secured him the coveted silver medal, cementing his status as one of the top para-athletes in his category.

Harvinder Singh’s Historic Paralympic Gold in Archery

In a remarkable display of skill and precision, Harvinder Singh etched his name in the annals of Indian sports history by securing India’s first-ever Paralympic gold medal in archery at the Paris 2024 Paralympics. This achievement comes three years after his groundbreaking bronze medal at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics, further solidifying his status as a trailblazer in Indian para-archery.

Badminton player Nithya Sre Sivan wins Bronze in Paris Paralympics

Para shuttler Nithya Sre Sivan has won the bronze medal at the Paris Paralympics in the Women’s Singles Badminton SH6 event. The ‘SH6’ event has been newly introduced and features short-statured athletes. The 19-year-old Nithya, who entered the tournament as a top seed, dominated her match against Indonesia’s Rina Marlina, winning 21-14, 21-6 in just 23 minutes.

 “APPOINTMENTS”

Y Haragopal appointed MD of NABCONS

Y Haragopal has been appointed Managing Director of NABCONS (NABARD Consultancy Services), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development. Prior to this elevation, he worked as the Chief Operating Officer of the Delhi-based consultancy firm. It has four Zonal offices in Mumbai, Hyderabad, Jaipur, and Guwahati.

Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit takes over as AOC-In-C Central Air Command

Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit took charge as Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Central Air Command. Dixit was commissioned into the fighter stream of Indian Air Force (IAF) on December 6, 1986. The Air Officer is an Experimental Test Pilot and a Qualified Flying Instructor with more than 3300 hours of flying experience on a variety of aircraft in the IAF inventory.

“NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL NEWS”

Hitachi Payment launches Country’s First Android-Based Cash Recycling Machine

Hitachi Payment Services, India’s leading provider of payments and commerce solutions, announced India’s first Android-based cash recycling machine, which also serves as a Digital Banking Unit, providing one-stop services in a modern digital banking environment. The Android-Based Cash Recycling Machine, HPDx-BU01, is a big step towards improving customer convenience and experience while boosting operational and cost efficiency in banks. The Android-Based Cash Recycling Machine was presented at GFF with the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).