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Prime Minister Narendra Modi

PMJDY: A Decade of Financial Inclusion in India

The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) scheme, launched in 2014, has integrated over 53.14 crore economically marginalized individuals into mainstream banking. The scheme has seen a 3.6-fold growth in accounts, providing access to formal banking services and promoting financial inclusion. The PMJDY scheme has also promoted gender equality and rural inclusion, with 67% of accounts opened in rural or semi-urban areas and 55% by women. The success of PMJDY in promoting financial inclusion in India is comparable to similar initiatives globally, like M-Pesa in Kenya and Grameen Bank in Bangladesh. Aug 28, 2024
IMF Boosts Egypt's Economy with $820 Million Aid

IMF Boosts Egypt's Economy with $820 Million Aid Amid Regional Tensions

The IMF has approved a disbursement of $820 million to strengthen Egypt's economy. This aid is part of an $8 billion loan program agreed upon in March to help Egypt deal with regional tensions. Despite Egypt's economic progress, the IMF warns of the challenging regional environment it continues to face. Aug 27, 2024
India's Manu Bhaker poses with her two bronze medals won at the Paris 2024 Olympics

Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker felicitated in hometown

Manu Bhaker's 2024 Paris Olympics campaign has seen her being honoured and celebrated across the country. The 22-year old reached her hometown of Jhajjar on Sunday and was felicitated by the District Commissioner for her achievements. Aug 25, 2024
Djokovic calls for 'clear protocols' over doping after Jannik Sinner escapes ban

Djokovic Advocates for Doping Protocol Reform Amid Sinner Controversy

As the US Open looms, the tennis world is embroiled in a doping controversy that has seen the sport's top seed, Jannik Sinner, escape a ban despite testing positive for a banned substance. The incident has prompted calls for reform from none other than Paris Olympics gold medalist, Novak Djokovic, who has urged for clear protocols and standardised approaches to be implemented in the handling of doping cases. Aug 25, 2024
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