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Online Passport Portal shut for 5 days for maintenance

Online Passport Portal closed for scheduled 5-Day Maintenance

The Indian government has declared that the online portal for passport applications will be temporarily unavailable for five days. The shutdown, which begins on August 29, 2024, and ends on September 2, 2024, is due to a routine maintenance exercise aimed at enhancing system performance and ensuring a smoother user experience in the future. Aug 29, 2024
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
FIFA World Cup: WC dream was beautiful while it lasted, says Ronaldo on Portugal's exi.

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to receive a special award from UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin

Cristiano Ronaldo, the all-time leading goalscorer in the UEFA Champions League, is set to receive a special award from UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin. Ronaldo's journey in the Champions League has spanned over 18 years, during which he has scored 140 goals in 183 appearances. Ronaldo's record-breaking performances have seen him finish seven separate Champions League seasons as the leading scorer. Ronaldo's impact on the sport is undeniable, and his legacy will continue to inspire future generations of footballers. Aug 27, 2024
Centre cuts timeline for public grievance redressal to 21 days

Centre Slashes Public Grievance Redressal Timeline from 30 to 21 Days

The Indian government has issued comprehensive guidelines to reduce the timeline for public grievance redressal to 21 days from the previous 30 days. This development was announced on August 27, 2024, and is expected to bring about a significant change in the way public grievances are handled in the country. Aug 27, 2024
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