Mumbai, September 7:
In recent developments, Dr. Dinesh Sharma has been appointed as the new Lieutenant Governor of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The appointment was made by President Droupadi Murmu under Article 239, which allows the President to appoint administrators for Union Territories. Dr. Sharma, who has previously served as the National Vice President of the BJP and Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, will work closely with the Ministry of Home Affairs.
In another significant event, a military meeting between India and China took place on September 6 at the ‘Wacha’ border meeting point in Arunachal Pradesh. This was the first Corps Commander-level meeting in the eastern sector, aimed at ensuring peace and stability along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). The meeting was led by Lieutenant General Girish Kalia, Commander of the III Corps, and is expected to aid in resolving border disputes and reducing tensions between the two nations.
Additionally, Bisleri International and the State Bank of India (SBI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on September 5 for plastic waste management under the ‘Bottles for Change’ initiative. This collaboration aims to promote proper plastic waste management in SBI branches and offices, raising awareness among employees and ensuring that used plastic is sent for recycling. Special storage centers for plastic bottles will be established across SBI’s administrative buildings and major branches to support environmental conservation efforts.
In sports news, Indian cricketer Harmanpreet Kaur made history on September 6 by becoming the first female cricketer to captain 150 international T20 matches. She achieved this milestone during the Women’s T20 Asia Cup against Pakistan, further solidifying her status in the cricketing world.
Lastly, the National Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports (NIMAS) announced the discovery of 20 new inaccessible peaks in Arunachal Pradesh on September 5. This remarkable achievement, completed in just 23 days, aims to enhance geographical mapping and promote tourism in India’s remote mountainous regions.