The COP29 Climate Change Conference took place in New York, with world leaders discussing urgent climate actions and global cooperation to address the climate crisis.
The Global Economic Forum was held in Geneva, bringing together economists, policymakers, and business leaders to discuss global economic trends and challenges.
Approximately 36 crore beneficiaries have been verified, and 8.39 crore hospital admissions worth over ?1.16 lakh crore have been authorized under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY).
The 16th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD COP16) concluded with a renewed focus on building drought resilience globally.
A tragic stampede occurred at Sandhya Theatre in Hyderabad during a benefit show for the movie "Pushpa 2," resulting in the death of actress Revathi's son Sritej and several injuries.
The Congress party criticized the Narendra Modi government for the complexities in the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime, calling for an overhaul due to the "absurdity" of multiple tax slabs for items like popcorn.
Punjab farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal's health condition became critical as his fast-unto-death entered its 27th day, with doctors warning of the risk of cardiac arrest and multi-organ failure.
Rajya Sabha Chairman and Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar called for accountability of lawmakers following a sharp drop in productivity during the recently concluded Winter Session of Parliament.
A Navy speed boat on engine trials crashed into a passenger ferry off Mumbai's Elephanta Island, resulting in the death of 13 passengers and injuring many others.
The Indian government criticized Canada for not providing evidence to support allegations against India, warning that such narratives could harm bilateral relations.
UN Secretary-General Ant?nio Guterres called for decisive global action to eliminate chemical weapons, warning that their resurgence threatens decades of hard-won progress.
The humanitarian crisis in Sudan continues to deepen due to intensified conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), leading to widespread food insecurity and civilian casualties.
Indigenous communities in Mexico express disappointment as the Maya Train project has yet to deliver the economic benefits promised by the Mexican government.
The climate crisis continues to escalate with super typhoons, unprecedented superstorms, raging wildfires, and severe flooding affecting communities worldwide.
The Supreme Court of India criticized the Delhi Police for failing to implement the firecracker ban, emphasizing the right to live in a pollution-free atmosphere.
The India-Singapore military exercise, AgniWarrior 2024, took place from November 28 to November 30 at the Devlali Field Firing Ranges in Maharashtra, aiming to enhance military cooperation between the two nations' artillery units.
A study revealed alarming statistics about air pollution from landscape fires, conducted by Australian researchers, marking severe health impacts worldwide.
The Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) 2.0 was launched to enhance the self-sufficiency and water security of Indian cities, focusing on sewerage management, water body restoration, and increasing green spaces.
India's Ministry of External Affairs signed an agreement with the International Solar Alliance to focus on solar energy projects in Fiji, Comoros, Madagascar, and Seychelles, aiming to enhance energy access in these regions
The Supreme Court criticized the Delhi Police for failing to implement the firecracker ban, emphasizing the right to live in a pollution-free atmosphere.
UN member states adopted the Pact of the Future, including the Global Digital Compact and the Declaration for Future Generations, aiming to counter emerging threats and accelerate progress on Agenda 2030.
Aam Aadmi Party leader Atishi took charge as the eighth Chief Minister of Delhi, choosing to sit on a different chair than her predecessor Arvind Kejriwal.
The Karnataka High Court stayed the investigation into Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and others over allegations of extortion related to electoral bonds.
Georgia's parliament approved a highly discriminatory law against LGBTQI+ people, banning discussions of LGBTQI+ issues in schools and preventing Pride events
The United Nations continued to engage with the Taliban in Afghanistan, advocating for human rights and equality despite threats to withdraw cooperation.
The World Food Programme celebrated the 20th anniversary of its humanitarian air service, which provides aid to the world's most remote and disadvantaged communities
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) issued a fresh set of FAQs for the Vivad Se Vishwas Scheme, 2024, which was announced in the 2024-25 Budget on July 23rd. This scheme aims to resolve pending tax disputes1.
The Economic Survey for 2023-24 was tabled in the Indian Parliament on July 22nd, indicating that India's growth is back to pre-COVID trends with a projected growth rate of 6.5% to 7%.
The Supreme Court stayed directives issued by the Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand governments requiring food stalls en route the Kanwar Yatra to display the names and identity details of their owners and employees.
SEBI and RBI expressed concerns about surging volumes in futures and options impacting capital formation and posing systemic risks to India's economic growth.
New York was recognized as having more millionaires than any other city in the world, with 744 centi-millionaires worth more than $100 million and 60 billionaires
The Vatican issued a document rejecting the concept of changing a person's biological sex, despite recent overtures to the transgender community by Pope Francis
A group of older Swiss women won a landmark climate change case at the European Court of Human Rights, ruling that their rights had been violated by not fully addressing climate change
President Joe Biden warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the US could shift its policy if Israel does not address humanitarian concerns in Gaza
Notable works like the animated short film "Steamboat Willie" and the novel "All Quiet on the Western Front" entered the public domain in the United States
Ethiopia announced an agreement to use 20 km of coastline, including the port of Berbera, in exchange for eventual recognition of Somaliland's independence
The plane crashed into a Coast Guard aircraft during landing at Haneda Airport in Tokyo, resulting in the tragic death of five Coast Guard members, but all 379 passengers and crew on the JAL Airbus evacuated safely
A diplomatic row erupted between India and the Maldives after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi encouraged Indians to travel to the Lakshadweep islands instead
An Alaskan Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 made an emergency landing in Portland after a fuselage section blew out midair, leading to the grounding of hundreds of planes by US regulators
The Nigerian film "A Tribe Called Judah," created by Funke Akindele, became the first Nollywood film to earn more than $1 billion naira ($1.1 million) domestically
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina won her fourth term in office amid a controversial election marred by opposition boycotts and the arrest of over 10,000 activists