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India is completing one year of the launch of the National Logistics Policy on 17 September 2023. PM Gatishakti To complement the National Master Plan (NMP), the National Logistics Policy (NLP) was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 17 September 2022. PM Gatishakti NMP addresses the integrated development of fixed infrastructure and network planning, NMP inter alia addresses the development aspect of soft infrastructure and logistics sector including process improvement, improvement in logistics services, digitalisation, human resource development and skills. Does.

The G20 Sustainable Finance Working Group (SFWG) meeting saw the participation of over 80 representatives from G20 member states, invited countries and international organizations including the World Bank, New Development Bank, NGFS. The Working Group aims to mobilize sustainable finance to help ensure global development and sustainability and promote the transition towards greener, more resilient and inclusive societies and economies. The G20 Sustainable Finance Report, 2023 was also finalized at the meeting held in Varanasi.

India has become the 13th country in the world that can issue internationally recognized OIML (International Organization of Legal Metrology) certificates. OIML is an intergovernmental organization established in 1955. It has 63 member countries and 64 associate members and India became its member in 1956. India has now become the internationally accepted OIML certificate issuing authority to sell weights and measures anywhere in the world. The Department of Consumer Affairs can issue OIML Pattern Approval Certificate.

Union Minister of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh launched the Swachhta Special Abhiyaan 3.0 portal. The cleanliness campaign was the first public awareness campaign launched by PM Modi on August 15, 2014, soon after assuming office in May 2014.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the Downstream Petrochemical Complex and Refinery Expansion Project at BPCL's Bina Refinery in Madhya Pradesh. This state-of-the-art refinery, which will be developed at a cost of approximately Rs 49,000 crore, will produce approximately 1200 kilo tonnes of ethylene and propylene per year, which are vital components for various sectors such as textiles, packaging, pharma.

India has decided to purchase 12 Sukhoi SU-30 MKI fighter aircraft.

1. Reason behind the purchase: To enhance and modernize the strength of the Indian Air Force.

2. Manufacture of aircraft: In India by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL).

3. Price: ₹11,000 crore.

4. Use of aircraft: In both air-to-air and air-to-ground attacks.

5. Impact: To enhance India's defence capabilities and strengthen it as a regional power.

Recently, Rahul Mishra was honoured with France's “Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres” award.

1. This award has been given to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in Singapore.

2. Name of the Award: Lee Kuan Yew Exchange Fellowship

3. Awardee: Government of Singapore

4. Reason for the award: For his role in furthering the cause of development and international harmony

Recently, the Hoysala temples of Karnataka have been included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

1. These temples belong to the 12th and 13th centuries.

2. These are excellent examples of South Indian architecture.

3. These temples have intricate carvings and sculptures on the walls and ceilings.

4. UNESCO has described these temples as "representing a unique style of Indian temple architecture".

5. The inclusion of these temples is expected to boost the cultural heritage of India.

Khadi and Village Industries Commission has recently entered into agreements with the following entities to promote Khadi products:

A. Prasar Bharati
 1. Objective: To increase awareness about Khadi products
 2. Method: Prasar Bharati will use all its media for advertising and promotion of Khadi products.

B. NBCC (India) Limited
 1. Objective: To help in the marketing of Khadi products
 2. Method: NBCC (India) Limited will use its national network to promote and sell Khadi products.

C. Digital India Corporation
 1. Objective: To develop an online marketplace for Khadi products
 2. Method: Digital India Corporation will develop an online marketplace for Khadi products.

These Mous are expected to increase the marketing and sales of Khadi products. This will boost the Khadi industry and provide employment opportunities to rural artisans.