Kiren Rijiju launches new logo of Sports Authority of India
October 1, 2020
- The Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Kiren Rijiju has launched the new logo of Sports Authority of India’s (SAI).
Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize 2020 announced
October 1, 2020
- The Union science and technology minister Dr Harsh Vardhan announced the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize 2020 at the Foundation Day celebration of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). 14 Scientists awarded with the prize.
Flipkart partnered with Bajaj Allianz launch cyber insurance cover
October 1, 2020
- Flipkart partnered with Bajaj Allianz to launch cyber insurance cover for online financial frauds. The product is named ‘Digital Suraksha Group Insurance’ which will help customers who want to cover themselves against financial losses.
NITI Aayog signs Statement of Intent with Embassy of the Netherlands
October 1, 2020
- NITI Aayog signs Statement of Intent with Embassy of the Netherlands to support the decarbonization and energy transition agenda for accommodating cleaner and more energy.
Yes Bank partnered with BSE to empower small business companies
October 1, 2020
- Yes Bank partnered with BSE to empower the SME segment through awareness and knowledge-sharing programmes.
Gujarat govt signs MoU with Denmark in the water sector
October 1, 2020
- A 5-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) is signed by Gujarat govt with Denmark in the water sector.
‘Operation My Saheli’ launched by South Eastern Railway
October 1, 2020
- ‘Operation My Saheli’ launched by South Eastern Railway to enhance the security of women passengers in the train throughout the entire journey from the originating point to their destinations.
DGCA extends ban on international flights till October 31
October 1, 2020
- The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has extended the suspension of scheduled international commercial passenger services to and from India till October 31, 2020.
1st October observed as International Day of Older Persons
October 1, 2020
- 1st October is observed as International Day of Older Persons to raise awareness of the opportunities and challenges of ageing in today’s world.
- The theme of International Day of Older Persons 2020: Pandemics: Do They Change How We Address Age and Ageing?
Dr. G S Amur, veteran writer and critic passes away
September 30, 2020
- Dr. G S Amur, veteran writer and critic, passes away. He was proficient in Kannada and English languages. He has won many awards including Sahitya Akademi Award, Rajyotsava Award and Bharatiya Bhasha Award.