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Why in the news? On February 17, 2024, the ICRC marks its founding anniversary. A quiz is held to test knowledge on the organization’s history, significant milestones, and its role in providing humanitarian aid during armed conflicts. ICRC History and Formation: The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) was established on February 17, 1863. …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Centre has declared the Wayanad landslides of July 30, 2024, a “disaster of severe nature,” enabling enhanced aid through the National Disaster Response Fund to support recovery, addressing significant loss of lives, injuries, and displacement. About the Tragedy: Wayanad, Kerala, experienced devastating landslides on July 30, 2024. Over 200 lives …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Indian Army successfully completed the ‘Sanyukt Vimochan 2024’ exercise in Gujarat, enhancing disaster response capabilities and fostering international cooperation in humanitarian assistance and disaster relief efforts. Overview of the Exercise: The Indian Army conducted the annual joint Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) exercise, ‘Sanyukt Vimochan 2024’, in Ahmedabad and …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Super Typhoon Man-Yi made landfall in Luzon’s Bicol region, prompting evacuations of over 650,000 people due to severe winds, heavy rains, and extensive damage to crops and infrastructure. Devastating Impact on Luzon: Super Typhoon Man-Yi, locally known as Pepito, made landfall in Catanduanes, Bicol region, Luzon, with wind speeds of 195 …
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