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Today's Headlines - 08 February 2024

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WTO not a place for discussing labour or environment issues

GS Paper III

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Developed nations are accused of using sustainability to address trade deficits with developing nations.


WWF demands protection of Mahmudia wetland on Danube river delta

GS Paper III

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The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) has urged the Romanian government to classify Mahmudia wetland as a ‘national interest ecological restoration area’ to protect its natural progress and foster community prosperity.


Uttarakhand Assembly passes Uniform Civil Code (UCC)

GS Paper II

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The Uttarakhand Legislative Assembly has cleared the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, becoming the first state to adopt a UCC post-independence.


APEDA promotes export of agricultural products

GS Paper III

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APEDA provides assistance to registered exporters of millets under Agriculture & Processed Food Export Promotion Scheme.


Fiscal Consolidation and Deficit Targets in 2024-25 Budget

GS Paper III

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The 2024-25 interim Budget emphasises fiscal correction, increased capital expenditures, and aims to lower the fiscal deficit.


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India's First Hypervelocity Expansion Tunnel Test Facility

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A crucial milestone has been achieved with India’s first Hypervelocity Expansion Tunnel Test Facility successfully established and tested by the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur (IITK).


Nearly 4.4 million girls will be at risk of female genital mutilation in 2024, warn UN agencies

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On the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation on February 6, the World Health Organization (WHO) reiterated its commitment to prevent and respond to female genital mutilation (FGM).