1. United Nations General Assembly Vote on Palestine
- The UN General Assembly voted in favor of Palestine's bid to become a full UN member. The resolution received strong support, urging the Security Council to consider Palestine’s membership favorably.
2. India's Support for Two-State Solution at the United Nations
- India reaffirmed its commitment to a Two-State solution at the UN, supporting an independent Palestinian state and emphasizing the need for peaceful resolution through international cooperation.
3. RBI's Dividend to the Government of India: Simplifier
- The Reserve Bank of India transferred a record surplus to the government, bolstering financial flexibility. This transfer helps in reducing government borrowing and supporting economic growth through increased capital expenditure.
4. Weather Alerts in Kerala
- Kerala is on alert with varying degrees of weather warnings. Orange and yellow alerts have been issued for several districts anticipating heavy to very heavy rainfall.
5. Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (CPI-IW)
- The CPI-IW tracks changes in the retail prices of goods and services consumed by industrial workers, influencing wage adjustments and policy decisions in India.
6. Du Bois and His Vision of Democracy
- W.E.B. Du Bois’s vision of democracy was comprehensive, emphasizing equality, education, economic justice, political participation, social justice, and cultural recognition to create an inclusive society.
7. Financial Crimes, Involvement of Cambodia, Myanmar, and Laos & Implications for India
- Highlighting the rise of organized financial crimes in Cambodia, Myanmar, and Laos, which significantly impact Indian citizens, with India enhancing measures to combat these crimes.
8. Valmiki's Inspiration and the Creation of the Ramayana
- Sage Valmiki, inspired by a tragic incident, composed the Ramayana, a detailed epic that narrates the life and adventures of Rama, emphasizing moral and ethical life lessons.
9. Form 17C: Simplifier
- Form 17C is essential for recording votes at polling stations in India. There's a growing call for making these records publicly accessible online to ensure electoral transparency and accuracy.
10. The Science Quiz
- A series of questions exploring various scientific facts about natural pigments, complementary colors, and chemical compounds contributing to historical and cultural knowledge.
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