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Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955
- Five-judge bench of the Supreme Court led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud upheld the constitutional validity of Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955.
Section 6A of the Citizenship Act 1955
| Allows foreign migrants of Indian origin, who came to Assam after the 1st January, 1966 but before the 25th March 1971, to seek Indian citizenship. | The provision was inserted in 1985 following the Assam Accord. |
New Lady Justice Statue
- The Supreme Court of India has unveiled a new Lady Justice statue, designed under Chief Justice DY Chandrachud's orders.
- The statue has open eyes and holds the Constitution instead of a sword, symbolising that Indian law is neither blind nor punitive.
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AROHA 2024
- The All India Institute of Ayurveda hosted the first international conference, Advancements of Research & Global Opportunities for Holistic Ayurveda (AROHA) 2024 in New Delhi.
- Theme: " Advancements in Research and Global Opportunities for Holistic Ayurveda".
About All India Institute of Ayurveda
| Founded: 17 October 2017 | HQ: New Delhi | Director: Prof. Dr Tanuja Manoj Nesari |
International Methanol Seminar and Expo 2024
- NITI Aayog will organise a two-day international methanol seminar and expo 2024 in New Delhi.
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APMCDRR 2024
- Union Minister of State Nityanand Rai, attended the Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction (APMCDRR) 2024 in Manila, Philippines.
- The theme was “Surge to 2030: Enhancing ambition in Asia Pacific to accelerate disaster risk reduction.”
Disaster Management (DM) Act, 2005
| The DM Act was enacted in the wake of the 1999 Orissa super-cyclone and the 2004 tsunami. | Notified Disasters: Cyclones, Drought, Earthquake, Fire, Flood, Tsunami, Hailstorm, Landslide, Avalanche, Cloudburst, Pest Attack, and frost and cold waves. |
International News
First ASEAN-India Track 1 Cyber Policy Dialogue
- The first ASEAN-India Track 1 Cyber Policy Dialogue was held in Singapore, to strengthen Comprehensive Strategic Partnership through the implementation of the ASEAN-India Joint Statement on Advancing Digital Transformation.
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World Health Summit 2024
- The World Health Organization (WHO) Youth Council unveiled its Youth Declaration on Creating Healthy Societies at the World Health Summit 2024, held in Berlin.
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State Special
INSPIRE Award MANAK Scheme
- Uttar Pradesh set a new record with 2,10,347 nominations, the highest under the INSPIRE Award MANAK scheme, which promotes innovation and creativity among students from classes 6 to 10.
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Makhana Cultivation
- Uttar Pradesh will provide a subsidy of ₹40,000 per hectare to farmers for ‘makhana’ cultivation. Scheme launched by the horticulture department in 18 districts.
| Bihar is the leading producer of makhana in India. |
Economy
India's Semiconductor Market
- According to a report by the India Electronics and Semiconductor Association and Counterpoint Research, India's semiconductor market will surpass $100 billion by 2030, driven by strong demand and government initiatives.
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SAMARTH Scheme
- The Samarth Scheme has been extended for two years (FY 2024-25 and 2025-26) with a ₹495 crore budget to train 300,000 people in textile skills.
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MSP for Rabi crops for the 2025-26
- Government has raised the MSP for Rabi crops for the 2025-26 marketing season, with rapeseed and mustard up by ₹300 per quintal, lentils by ₹275, gram by ₹210, and wheat by ₹150 per quintal.
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Science and Tech
International 6G Symposium
- Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia inaugurated the International 6G Symposium during ITU-WTSA24 and IMC 24.
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Art and Culture
Mera Hou Chongba 2024
- The Mera Hou Chongba 2024, an annual festival to strengthen ties between Manipur's hill and valley communities, was held in Imphal.
Major Festivals of Manipur
| Gang-Ngai, Lui-Ngai-Ni, Yaoshang/Yoshang, Cheiraoba, Kang (Rath Yatra of Manipur), Heikru Hitongba, Ningol Chak-Kouba, Kut, Chumpha |
58th Indian Handicrafts and Gifts Fair
- The 58th Indian Handicrafts and Gifts Fair was inaugurated at the India Expo Centre in Greater Noida, aiming to connect international buyers with Indigenous designers and wholesalers.
Defence
62nd anniversary of the Battle of Walong
- The Indian Army will commemorate the 62nd anniversary of the Battle of Walong from October 17 to November 14, 2024, honouring the bravery of soldiers and the resilience of local communities.
Battle of Walong 1962
| Battle took place during the Sino-Indian War of 1962, near the town of Walong in the present-day Arunachal Pradesh. |
Withdrawal of the NSG from VIP Security
- The Union government has ordered the full withdrawal of the NSG from VIP security duties, transferring its nine "high-risk" VIPs to the CRPF by next month.
Sports
ISSF World Cup 2024
- Indian shooter Akhil Sheroan won bronze in the 50m Rifle 3P at the ISSF World Cup 2024 in New Delhi.
About ISSF
| Founded: 1907 | HQ: Munich, Germany | Presidents: Luciano Rossi |
Awards and Honours
ICC Hall of Fame
- Neetu David (India), AB de Villiers (South Africa) and Alastair Cook (England) inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame.
About International Cricket Council (ICC)
| Estb: 1909 | HQ: Dubai, UAE | Chairman: Greg Barclay |
Person in News
Surinder Kumar Choudhary
- Surinder Kumar Choudhary appointed as the new Deputy Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir.
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Important Days
National Security Guard Raising Day
- National Security Guard Raising Day is observed annually on October 16.
About NSG
| Estb: 1986 | Operational HQ: Manesar |
Abhidhamma Divas
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Abhidhamma Divas celebrations and the recognition of Pali as a classical language in New Delhi, on 17th October.
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Valmiki Jayanti
- Valmiki Jayanti is celebrated on 17th October, marking the birth anniversary of Maharishi Valmiki.
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International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
- The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is observed annually on October 17 to raise awareness and promote efforts to end poverty globally.
| Theme: "Ending Social and Institutional Maltreatment Acting together for just, peaceful and inclusive societies" |