Summit and Conference News

SIF 2024 Unveils World’s First AI-Powered Trade Licence Service

• The Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF) 2024 has successfully concluded.
• The event was held at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre.
• It attracted over 5,000 attendees, including high-profile officials, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders.
• The forum marked a significant milestone in global business and technology by unveiling the world’s first AI-powered trade licence service.

State News

Uttarakhand Enacts Landmark Property Damage Recovery Act

• Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed gratitude to the Governor for approving the new legislation.
• The Uttarakhand Public (Government) and Private Property Damage Recovery (Ordinance) Act 2024 has been enacted.
• This groundbreaking act aims to address the financial implications of civil unrest and riots in the state.
• It represents a crucial step towards safeguarding both public and private property.

Summit and Conference News

International WASH Conference 2024 concludes at 8th India Water Week

• The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti, organized the event.
• The conference took place from 17th-19th September 2024 in New Delhi.
• The theme was ‘Sustaining Rural Water Supply,’ focusing on knowledge exchange and innovations.
• The event aimed to tackle global WASH challenges, particularly Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6).

Sports News

ICC Players of the Month for August 2024

• The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced the winners for August 2024.
• Sri Lankan cricketers Dunith Wellalage and Harshitha Samarawickrama were named ICC Players of the Month.
• This achievement marks a significant milestone for Sri Lanka in international cricket.
• The double victory is a remarkable accomplishment for Sri Lankan cricket.