- Economic Development:
- World Bank Loan: The World Bank has approved a $1.5 billion loan to support India’s green hydrogen initiatives. This funding will aid in the development of green hydrogen, electrolysers, and renewable energy projects.
- International Relations:
- Human Spaceflight Program: India has partnered with the US-based Space Exploration and Research Agency (SERA) and Blue Origin for its human spaceflight program.
- New Prime Minister of the Netherlands: Dick Schoof has been appointed as the new Prime Minister of the Netherlands.
- Iranian Presidency: Masoud Pezeshkian, a reformist leader, has been elected as the new president of Iran.
- National News:
- Child Labor-Free Certification: The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) has declared Jharkhand’s mica mines as child-labor-free.
- Science and Technology:
- LOFAR Telescope: The Low-Frequency Array (LOFAR) telescope is designed to observe the universe at low radio frequencies (90-200 MHz), enabling simultaneous observations in multiple directions.
- Defense and Security:
- INS Delhi Award: INS Delhi has been recognized as the Best Ship of the Eastern Fleet in 2024, reflecting the excellence in operational readiness and performance within the Indian Navy.
These highlights cover significant areas such as international diplomacy, economic development, national achievements, and advancements in science and technology.
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