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INDIA’S LABOUR MARKET

What is Bharat@2047? A national vision to make India a developed and self-reliant economy by 2047, marking 100 years of independence. Targets a $30 trillion economy by 2047, driven by inclusive, sustainable, and technology-led growth. Focuses on four key population

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WORLD ECONOMIC OUTLOOK (WEO)

The IMF’s World Economic Outlook (WEO) – April 2025 projects that India will surpass Japan to become the 4th-largest economy in the world in 2025. India’s nominal GDP is projected at USD 4.187 trillion, slightly ahead of Japan’s USD 4.186

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OVERSEAS CITIZENSHIP OF INDIA (OCI)

The Indian government has cancelled the Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) registration of a British academic. The decision was based on allegations of her involvement in anti-India activities through her writings, speeches, and journalistic work at international forums. What is

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SUPREME COURT GAINS FULL WORKING STRENGTH

New Appointments: Supreme court gains full strength of 34 judges including the CJI. Three judges appointed to the Supreme Court: Justice NV Anjaria (Chief Justice, Karnataka High Court) Justice Vijay Bishnoi (Chief Justice, Gauhati High Court) Justice AS Chandurkar (Judge,

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STATE OF THE WORLD’S ANIMAL HEALTH REPORT

The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) released its first-ever “State of the World’s Animal Health” report. Warned of increasing infectious disease outbreaks (e.g., African Swine Fever, avian influenza, Lumpy Skin Disease) threatening global agrifood system stability. Key Concerns Raised

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PM E-DRIVE SCHEME

The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has announced the deployment of electric buses in major cities (Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Delhi, Ahmedabad) under the PM E-DRIVE Scheme. Aimed at promoting sustainable and clean urban mobility across India. About PM E-DRIVE Scheme Full

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SAGAR MEIN SAMMAN

Sagar Mein Samman Launched by Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), Shri Sarbananda Sonowal. Announced during the inaugural International Day for Women in Maritime celebrations in Mumbai (2024). International Day for Women in Maritime is celebrated on 18

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WHO ADOPTS PANDEMIC AGREEMENT

Overview Founded: 7 April 1948 Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland Parent Organization: United Nations Membership: 194 Member States Director-General: Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus Governing Body: World Health Assembly (WHA) Core Functions Setting international health standards and norms Coordinating global responses to health

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