Current affairs have become an integral part of almost all important government exams like the UPSC, SSC, RRB, etc. It is important to stay up to date with current news, social challenges, global events, government policies, sports, and scientific breakthroughs. If you are someone who is appearing for any upcoming government, competitive exam, or recruiting drive, here’s a rundown of the most important news stories of the week:
Badlapur Case: Maharashtra Edu Minister Deepak Kesarkar Suspends Thane District Education Officer
The Thane District Education Officer (DEO) Balasaheb Rakshe was suspended on Friday for failing to report the Badlapur sexual assault case on time, while the BMC’s education officer Rajesh Kankal faced the same for non-installation of CCTV cameras in civic schools around the city. State school education minister Deepak Kesarkar announced at a press conference in the BMC headquarters, stating that the move will send a strong message that the government will not tolerate such negligence. Two girls were sexually assaulted, allegedly by a sweeper, at a school in Badlapur on August 11 and 12, sparking a massive protest in the area.
PM Modi Gifts Made-In-India BHISHM Cubes To Ukraine
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit to Kyiv, where he met President Volodymyr Zelensky, presented four BHISHM (Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog Hita and Maitri) Cubes to the Ukrainian government. BHISM is a revolutionary mobile hospital equipped with cutting-edge technology that will ensure medical facilities in a rapidly deployable manner. It consists of cubes that contain medicines and equipment tailored to treat hundreds of casualties, emphasizing rapid response and comprehensive care. The Aid Cube also has several innovative tools designed to enhance disaster response and medical support during emergencies.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Visits Washington, Signs Two Key Deals
To further boost the comprehensive global strategic partnership between the two countries, India and the US have two key agreements during the visit of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to Washington. The agreements pertain to a Memorandum of Agreement regarding the Assignment of Liaison Officers and the Security of Supplies Arrangement (SOSA). Through this SOSA, both countries agree to provide reciprocal priority support for goods and services that promote national defence. The arrangement, on the other hand, will enable India and the US to acquire the industrial resources they need to meet national security needs.
Kolkata Doctor Rape-Murder: SC Calls Out RG Kar’s Ex-Principal Sandip Ghosh
The Supreme Court of India on Thursday heard its suo motu petition in connection with the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. During the hearing, the top court observed that there were several loopholes in the initial probe conducted by the state police. The top court also noted that the medical facility’s former chief, Sandip Ghosh, had not taken appropriate steps in the case and questioned who was he protecting. The SC heard responses from the state government, CBI, and agitating doctors and reprimanded the state government as the post-mortem was done first in a hurried manner and then a case of unnatural death was registered.
India Denies Reports Linking Bangladesh Flooding To Tripura Dam’s Opening
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) denied the claims that the current flood situation in Bangladesh’s bordering districts is a result of the opening of India’s Dumbur dam in Tripura. Calling the reports “factually incorrect,” the ministry explained that the catchment areas of the Gumti River, which flows through both India and Bangladesh, have lately received some of the heaviest rains of the year. The flooding in Bangladesh is “primarily due to waters from these large catchments downstream of the dam.”
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