1.Imran Khan is no longer the Prime Minister of Pakistan, the notification of his appointment to the post of Prime Minister has been canceled
After the dissolution of the National Assembly by the President in Pakistan , the notification for the appointment of Imran Khan to the post of Prime Minister has been revoked. But according to Article 224 of the Constitution of Pakistan, Imran Khan will continue to serve as the Prime Minister for the next 15 days until the appointment of the caretaker Prime Minister. During this time they will not be able to take important decisions . Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan has proposed the name of former Chief Justice Gulzar Ahmed as the caretaker prime minister. Earlier, President Arif Alvihad sent a letter to Imran Khan and Leader of the Opposition Shahbaz Sharif seeking advice on the appointment of caretaker prime minister. The Constitution empowers the President to appoint a caretaker Prime Minister in consultation with the outgoing Prime Minister and the Leader of the Opposition.
2.List of Hurun Richest Self-Made Women in the World 2022 Released
Biocon ‘s Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw , Nykaa ‘s Falguni Nair and Zoho ‘s Radha Vembu have been included in the latest Hurun Richest Self-Made Women in the World 2022. Wu Yajun , a property developer from Beijing has topped the list . He has an estimated net worth of $17 billion . She founded Longfor in 1993 with her ex-husband Cai Cui . In 2021, Longfour reported revenue of $34.6 billion. $7.6 billion to Falguni Nair , CEO and founder of NykaaShe has been placed in the list of top 10 richest women with She has overtaken billionaire Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw to become India’s richest self-made woman . Radha Vembu is the second richest self-made female billionaire in India with a net worth of $3.9 billion. Vembu is the Product Manager of Zoho. He is placed at number 25 on the Hurun list. Biocon founder and executive chairman Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw is ranked 26th on the list with a net worth of $3.8 billion.
3.India contributed 5 lakh dollars for UN Women
India contributes USD 5,00,000 to UN Women , the United Nations Agency for Women’s Empowerment and Gender EqualityHas been given. The contribution was made by India to reaffirm the country’s valuable partnership of gender equality and women-led development. India will work with UN Women to further boost its relationship. This amount has been given in the core budget of UN Women. India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations T.S. Tirumurti handed over the work to Dr. Seema Bauhaus, Executive Director of United Nations Women. UN Women or the United Nations Unit for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment is a unit under the United Nations working for women’s empowerment and gender equality. This organization works for the rights of girls, women and LGBTIQ+. The organization also focuses on issues related to violence against women and LGBTIQ+ people.
4.Flipkart Foundation launched for the development of rural areas and women
Domestic e-commerce giant, the Flipkart Group has launched a new platform, the Flipkart Foundation , with a focus on development in rural areas and providing equal access to development opportunities for women and other disadvantaged communities .formed and launched. The Flipkart Foundation aims to use the lessons of Flipkart to positively impact the lives of 20 million people, directly and indirectly, across multiple sectors in the coming decade. The operations of the Flipkart Foundation will be grant based. Contribution to this will come through the ‘Charity Checkout’ facility available on the Flipkart Group and the Flipkart platform. The Flipkart Foundation will engage with diverse stakeholders to enable transformative development work for the society and economy by supporting the underprivileged sections of the society and making them a part of the country’s growth story.
5.UN Human Rights Council appoints Tuvalu negotiator Dr Ian Fry as climate expert
The United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) has appointed Dr Ian Fry as the world’s first independent expert on human rights and climate change . Dr Fry has been appointed for a term of three years . He holds dual citizenship of Tuvalu and Australia . He has negotiated on behalf of less developed countries, including the 2015 Paris climate conference, where he helped ensure that human rights were part of the final package.
6.Delhi government launches scheme to set up ‘hobby hubs’ in government schools
The Delhi government has set up hobby hubs for government schools in Delhi after school hours to promote extra-curricular activities . This project will be implemented in single shift government school. A project is underway to set up hobby hubs in Delhi government schools along with after-school dance, music, arts and crafts activities during this new academic session. For the academic session 2022-2023, the project will be implemented in one shift government schools only. The idea is to make optimum use of school infrastructure and use it after school hours to promote these extra-curricular activities.
7.Four agreements and several projects were signed between India-Nepal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Nepalese Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba met in New Delhi, initiated several projects and signed four important agreements in various fields. Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) and Nepal Oil Corporation Limited signed agreements on Nepal becoming the 105th member of the International Solar Alliance (ISA), technical cooperation in railways, petroleum product distribution and technical experience sharing in the petroleum sector . The two Prime Ministers launched the first passenger train service between Jayanagar in India and Kurtha in Nepal , India’s Solu Corridor Transmission Project .He also observed the progress of handing over 132 health facilities to Nepal under Government of India grant and construction of 132 health facilities in 10 districts of Nepal . Both the countries announced the launch of Indian RuPay card in Nepal, the domestic variation of RuPay card (about 83 per cent of all RuPay cards issued) is compatible with around 1400 POS machines in Nepal. Nepal is now the fourth country outside India to accept RuPay , after Bhutan, Singapore and the United Arab Emirates .
8.Uttar Pradesh government has launched the School Chalo campaign to ensure 100% enrollment in schools.
The Uttar Pradesh government has launched the School Chalo campaign to ensure 100% enrollment in primary and upper primary schools . Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath started this campaign from the lowest literacy district Shravasti. Schools are reopening in April after a gap of two years and the state government is making every effort to bring children to schools. In the last five years, the state government has revamped the schools under Operation Kayakalp.
9.Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot laid the foundation stone of IPD Tower and Cardiology Institute at Sawai Mansingh Medical College campus
In Rajasthan , Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot laid the foundation stone of IPD Tower and Cardiology Institute in the premises of Sawai Mansingh Medical College , Jaipur . The construction of this institute will cost Rs 588 crore . With the construction of this 116 meter high state-of-the-art IPD tower, the facility of 1,200 beds in the college will be increased simultaneously. A helipad will be built on the top floor of the 24-storey IPD block, from where patients will be able to get airlift facility.
10.HDFC Bank will become the third most valuable company in the country with the merger of HDFC Ltd.
HDFC Ltd. ‘s HDFC The bank will merge. After this merger, it will become a major banking center and the third most valuable company in the country. HDFC Through this merger, HDFC Will acquire 41 percent stake in the bank . HDFC Ltd. Chairman Deepak Parikh has described it as a merger between two equal partners. After the decision of merger, there was a stir in the stock market and HDFC. and HDFC The bank’s shares jumped 10 per cent with heavy buying.
11.Stand-up India scheme completed six years, so far loans of more than 30 thousand 160 crore rupees have been given in one lakh 33 thousand 995 accounts
The Stand-up India scheme is completing six years . Under the scheme, loans are given to SC, ST and women candidates for green field enterprises in the production, service and business sectors . Stand-up India scheme was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 5th April 2016 . Since then , loans worth more than 30 thousand 160 crores have been given in one lakh 33 thousand 995 accounts under this scheme .
12.Loan disbursed to about 34 crore beneficiaries of more than Rs 17 lakh crore under Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana
Under the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana , loans have been disbursed to about 34 crore beneficiaries amounting to more than Rs 17 lakh crore . This scheme was launched in 2015 . In a written reply in the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for Finance Dr. Bhagwat Karad said that more than 23 crore loans were disbursed, including loans worth Rs.7 lakh 65 thousand crore to women.
13.Union Environment Minister launches awareness mascot ‘Prakriti’ and Green Initiative for effective plastic waste management
The Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Shri Bhupendra Yadav , in the presence of Minister of State Shri Ashwini Kumar Choubey and senior officials of the Government has created greater awareness among the public about small changes to ensure effective Plastic Waste Management (PWM) in the country. Which can be adopted in a sustainable manner in our lifestyle for a better environment, along with a mascot ‘ Prakriti ‘ as well as various green initiatives taken by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) . launched. To tackle the challenge of plastic pollution, the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra ModiAnnounced India’s resolve to eliminate Single Use Plastic (SUP) by 2022 . India is generating about 3.5 million tonnes of plastic waste annually and per capita plastic waste production has almost doubled in the last five years. Plastic pollution adversely affects our eco-system and is also linked to air pollution.
14.Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoles the demise of renowned onco-surgeon Dr Devendra Patel
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has condoled the demise of renowned onco-surgeon Dr Devendra Patel . He recalled Dr Patel’s contribution in promoting health infrastructure and cancer care. Shri Modi said that Dr Patel has earned the respect and reputation of countless people for his efforts to promote health infrastructure and cancer care. He said that Dr Patel will always be remembered for his deep knowledge of medicine and compassionate nature.
15.Information and Broadcasting Ministry banned 22 YouTube news channels spreading propaganda on the country’s security and foreign relations
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has blocked 22 news based YouTube channels spreading propaganda related to the country’s security, foreign relations and public order . The ministry has also blocked three Twitter accounts, a Facebook account and a news website . The total number of viewers of these blocked YouTube channels was more than 260 crores. These were being used to spread fake news on sensitive topics from the point of view of national security and disinformation in the country on social media.
16.Shri Dharmendra Pradhan released the book “Birsa Munda – Tribal Hero” in New Delhi
The Union Minister for Education and Skill Development, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan released the book ” Birsa Munda-Tribal Hero ” written by Professor Alok Chakrawal , Vice Chancellor, Guru Ghasidas University, Bilaspur . The Minister of State for Education, Smt. Annapurna Devi was also present on the occasion. The book is a comprehensive attempt to bring to the fore the struggle of Bhagwan Birsa Munda and the contribution of forest dwellers in the freedom movement.
17.Union Minister of State for Science and Technology launched a major futuristic PPP mode initiative for ‘Clean Energy’ with Mission Integrated Bio-refineries fully operational
Recently, the Union Minister of State for Science and Technology has launched a major initiative for the future in PPP (Public Private Partnership) mode for ‘ Clean Energy ‘ with the full commissioning of ‘ Mission Integrated Bio-refineries ‘. Material Acceleration Platforms (MAP) set up by Department of Science and Technology (DST )was also launched, which will leverage emerging capabilities in next-generation computing, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning and robotics to accelerate material discovery by up to 10 times. Greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation and chemical sectors are already responsible for about a third of global emissions, of which the transport sector is responsible for a quarter, and the transport sector in particular is projected to increase further by 2050. There is therefore a need for low-carbon and renewable alternatives to fossil-based fuels, chemicals and materials, especially in difficult sectors such as long-distance transport and industry. Develop and demonstrate innovative solutions to accelerate the commercialization of integrated bio-refineries with the goal of replacing 10% of fossil-based fuels, chemicals and materials with bio-based alternatives by 2030.
18.WWF report on wildlife trade
Recently a report has been released by the World Wildlife Fund which states that illegal buying of wildlife online is increasing in Myanmar which is threatening both endangered species and public health. According to the report, the military occupation of the year 2021, political turmoil has made it difficult to enforce a ban on this type of horse-trading or transaction. 74% growth in such deals within a yearhappened. Of the 173 traded species, 54 are facing global extinction and 639 Facebook accounts have been identified as belonging to wildlife traders. The largest online wildlife trading group has over 19,000 members and posts dozens every week. Animals traded included bears, elephants, gibbons, the critically endangered pangolin, Tibetan antelope and an Asian giant tortoise species. Various species of monkeys were the most popular trade species sold online. WWF was formed in the year 1961 and it works on the topics related to protection, research and maintenance of environment. Its aim is to prevent environmental degradation on earth and to build a future in which man can live in harmony with nature. Living Planet Report by WWF The Living Planet Index and Ecological Footprint Calculation are published. Its headquarter is in Gland (Switzerland).
19.Two Indian artists won Grammy Awards
Two Indian musicians were among the winners at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards . Indian-American singer-songwriter Falguni Shah won her first Grammy Award in the category of Best Children’s Music Album . Composer Ricky Cage also won his second Grammy, he and Stewart Copeland won the award in the category of Best New Age Album . Falguni Shah or Falu won the award in the category of Best Children’s Music Album for his album A Colorful World . Falu is a New York-based musician and has collaborated with AR for the film Slumdog Millionaire. Worked with Rahman . In Mumbai, the famous vocal guru and sarangi maestroUnder Sultan Khan , he had received his initial musical training. In 2015, Ricky Cage won his first Grammy Award and this is his second Grammy Award. He won the award with Stewart Copeland for the album Divine Tides . They won the award in the Best New Age Album category.
20.Lt Gen Manoj Pandey to be the next Chief of Army Staff
Vice Chief Lt Gen, Manoj Pandey is all set to become the Chief of Army Staff as the current Chief of Army Staff General MM Naravane , seen as the frontrunner for the post of Chief of Defense Staff , retires by the end of this month. are about to happen. Being the senior most in the office after General Naravane, Lt Gen Pandey will take over.
21.HDFC Bank adjudged best performing bank in SHG linkages by DAY-NRLM
HDFC Bank Limited has been adjudged the best performing bank in Self Help Group (SHG) linkage by Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) , Ministry of Rural Development , Government of India, at a function held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi . has gone. HDFC Bank the only private bankWhich has been awarded by NRLM for his contribution to SHGs. Union Rural Development Minister Giriraj Singh presented the award to K Venkatesh, Head of Sustainable Livelihood Initiative, HDFC Bank. The National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM) is a poverty alleviation project launched by the Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD) in June 2011. This rural income generation scheme is also known as Aajeevika Mission.
22.A new book called “Queen of Fire” by Devika Rangachari
Award-winning children’s author and historian, Devika Rangachari has penned a new novel titled ” Queen of Fire “, which explores the story of Rani Laxmibai of Jhansi . The book focuses on Rani Lakshmi Bai’s journey as a queen, soldier and statesman . The book provides a detailed account of how the queen took over the kingdom as a widow and joined the revolutionaries to revolt against the East India Company. Devika Rangachari is a historian who has conducted post-doctoral research on gender in early medieval Indian history.
23.Tata group preparing to launch Super App
On 7th April , the Tata group will launch its much awaited super app Neu . This software will be available for download from Google Play Store . The Tata Group’s main goal is to expand its digital division to compete with market leaders such as Amazon, Flipkart and Reliance Group ‘s JioMart . Tata’s Neu app is said to bring together airplanes, hotels, medicines and groceries on a single platform. The Tata Neu app UI has also been revealed in a photo. Along with sad background, this app has variety of icons which can be used for different purposes. You will also be able to rent a car using the app.
24.HP acquires Poly with goal of becoming full-service hybrid work ecosystem provider
HP acquired Poly for a purchase price of $1.7 billion , with a total transaction value of $3.3 billion, including debt. Poly is a manufacturer of office communication equipment such as headsets, AV conference room equipment such as desk phones and software. The decision comes eight months after HP acquired Teradissi, a remote desktop software supplier, with the goal of accelerating HP’s hybrid work. The resulting ecosystem will be able to provide a complete workforce solution in a hybrid work environment that requires a seamless transition between an office and home setting.
25.Nature festival Sarhul in Jharkhand
In Jharkhand , the nature festival Sarhul is being celebrated with great pomp. Not only the tribal society, but also the common people are actively participating in this beautiful and pleasing festival. Chief Minister Hemant Soren has also congratulated the people of the state on the Sarhul festival.
26.Gangaur festival celebrated with traditional reverence and gaiety in Rajasthan
In Rajasthan , Gangaur festival was celebrated with traditional reverence and gaiety. Women prayed for happiness and prosperity by worshiping Isar-Gaur i.e. Lord Shiva and Parvati in homes and temples. Due to the Kovid epidemic, two years later , a royal visit to Gangaur was taken out in Jaipur .
27.Carlos Alcaraz wins Miami Open title
Spanish tennis player Carlos Alcaraz has won the Miami Open men’s singles title. In the final, he defeated Casper Rood of Norway . This is the first ATP Masters title of his career. Carlos, who idolizes Rafael Nadal, is the youngest male tennis player to win the Miami Open. With this title win, he also broke Novak Djokovic’s record. Earlier in 2007, Djokovic won the Miami Open as the youngest.
28.Mithun Manjunath of India got silver medal in men’s singles of Orlean Masters Badminton in France
Mithun Manjunath of India has won a silver medal in men’s singles at the Orlean Masters Badminton in France . In the final, Manjunath was defeated by Toma Junior Popov of France 21-11, 21-19. In the tournament, top seed B Sai Praneeth lost in the pre-quarterfinals.
