Vol.XXXI, Issue 1.
4 October 2024
Indian Institute of Mass Communication | Lab Journal of P.G. Diploma Course in English Journalism 2024-2025
IN- Shorts Cabinet nod to Simultaneous Polls J&K Elections: Voter turnout hit 56% in
3rd phase amid historic political Changes
Oscars Nomination Big Move of Modi 3.0 on completion of 100 days
Kiran Rao’s film Laapataa
Ladies has been nominated as New Delhi: The Union Cabi-
India’s official entry for the net has approved recommen-
Oscars, igniting excitement dations from a committee
and pride. The story, centered led by former President Ram
on two newlywed women Nath Kovind to conduct si-
who swap places during a multaneous elections for the
train journey, showcases the Lok Sabha, state assemblies,
complexities of identity and and local bodies in phases.
relationships. Rao expressed This initiative, aimed at re-
deep gratitude for the honor, storing democratic practices
celebrating this milestone in from 1951-67, has faced criti-
Indian cinema. cism from opposition parties,
Voters wait in a queue to cast votes at a polling station | ANI
labeling it as a “cheap stunt”
India’s Chess Triumph and “impractical.” Imple- Srinagar : In the ongoing ballots at 5,060 polling sta-
India made history at the 2024 menting this plan will require Union Cabinet meeting chaired by PM Modi | PTI Jammu and Kashmir As- tions, with heightened secu-
Chess Olympiad in Budapest, several constitutional amend- sembly elections, the third rity measures in place to en-
clinching gold medals in ments, most of which can be tions within the current gov- and final phase of voting sure a smooth voting process.
both the men’s and women’s passed without state assembly ernment term. The plan pro- commenced today, October The turnout figures have
categories. The men’s team, ratification. Some bills will poses conducting Lok Sabha 1, 2024. As of 3 PM, voter shown a steady increase
led by Gukesh and Arjun, need parliamentary approval. and state assembly elections turnout has reached 56.01%, throughout the day, starting
dominated throughout, while first, followed by local body reflecting a significant en- from 11.60% at 9 AM and
Divya and Vantika shone for Information and Broadcasting elections within 100 days gagement from the electorate climbing to 44.08% by 1 PM.
the women. This remarkable Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw thereafter. Critics, including across the 40 constituencies This phase is critical as it will
achievement marks India’s announced the formation of Congress president Mallikar- participating in this phase. determine representatives for
rise as a chess powerhouse. a dedicated implementation jun Kharge and TMC leader This election cycle is particu- both Jammau and Kashmir
group to advance these rec- Derek O’Brien, argue that larly noteworthy as it marks regions amid a competitive
Cisco’s Chennai Ex- ommendations, with exten- such proposals distract from the first assembly elections multi-party landscape.
pansion sive nationwide discussions pressing issues as elections in a decade and follows the The counting of votes for
planned. Although he did not approach, questioning the abrogation of Article 370 in the J&K Assembly Elections
Cisco has inaugurated its first provide a specific timeline government’s commitment 2019, which altered the polit- 2024 is set for October 8. Po-
manufacturing facility near for implementation, he ref- to simultaneous elections in ical landscape of the region. litical parties and candidates
Chennai, aiming to generate erenced Union Home Minis- light of pending state elec- Approximately 3.9 million are anxiously awaiting the
ovaue. The and partnership ter Amit Shah’s intention to execute these recommenda- tions. voters are eligible to cast their results.
with Flex, will focus on pro-
ducing routers and is expect-
ed to create 1,200 jobs. This
marks a significant step in
Lebanon: After pager blasts, walk- Second case of
Cisco’s commitment to ex- ie-talkie explosion kills 9, 300 injured M-pox in Kerala
panding in India.
New Delhi : A second case
Preventing Arthritis New Delhi : A series of dev- incidents as a blatant assault of Mpox (Monkeypox) has
astating explosions rocked on national sovereignty. been confirmed in Kerala,
Pain Lebanon on September 17 India. The patient, a 38-year-
Arthritis, causing joint pain and 18, targeting handheld As tensions escalate, Hez- old man from Malappuram,
and stiffness, can be prevent- pagers and walkie-talkies bollah has vowed retaliation tested positive on September
ed by maintaining a healthy used by Hezbollah members. against Israel. Hospitals in 18 after returning from the
weight, regular low-impact The first wave of blasts killed the region are overwhelmed UAE. He was initially quar-
exercise, and anti-inflamma- at least 12 people and injured with casualties, marking a antined and later diagnosed
tory diet rich in omega-3s. over 2,750, including civil- troubling escalation in the at Kozhikode Medical Col-
Staying hydrated and avoid- ians, when pagers detonated ongoing conflict between the lege. Kerala Health Minister
ing repetitive motions also simultaneously after receiv- two entities amid heightened Veena George urged those ar-
ing a message that appeared military objectives from Is- riving from abroad to inform Kejriwal’s chair remains unoccupied | ANI
help protect joints and main-
tain mobility to be from Hezbollah lead- rael. the health department and
Venus Mission Count-
ership. This unprecedented
attack is considered one of TRIGGER
seek treatment if symptomat-
ic. The man, who developed
Net direct tax jumps over 16% to Rs
down the most significant securi-
ty breaches for the group. 11 people were killed and
symptoms shortly after his re-
turn, was admitted to Manjeri
9.95 trillion till September
India’s ISRO has announced 2750 were injured in a Medical College, where his Net direct tax collection has ₹4.52 trillion. The Securities
the launch date for its Venus The following day, addi- pager explosion in Leba- samples tested positive. The surged by 16.12% in the cur- Transaction Tax (STT) added
Orbiter Mission (VOM) as tional explosions involving non. 30-50 grams of ex- first Mpox case in India was rent fiscal year, totaling over ₹26,154 crore to the revenue.
March 29, 2028. The mission walkie-talkies resulted in plosive were placed next reported in Delhi on Septem- ₹9.95 trillion, driven by a sub- Overall, the gross direct tax
aims to explore Venus’s at- 20 fatalities and 450 inju- to the battery in each pag- ber 9. The virus poses a risk stantial increase in advance collection reached ₹12.01
mosphere and surface, taking ries. Hezbollah has blamed er. Hezbollah claimed that of transmission through close tax collections. Refunds trillion, reflecting a 21.48%
112 days to reach its desti- Israel for orchestrating these the pagers were made by contact and can lead to seri- amounting to ₹2.05 trillion growth. Advance tax collec-
nation, with arrival expected attacks, while Israel has nei- Taiwanese manufacturer ous health issues. The Minis- were issued, a 56.49% rise tion saw a 22.61% rise, with
on July 19, 2028. This marks ther confirmed nor denied GOLD APOLLO. try outlined key public health compared to the same peri- PIT increasing by 39.22%
India’s first venture into stud- involvement. The Lebanese measures to prevent and re- od last year. Personal income and corporate tax by 18.17%.
ying the inner planet. government condemned the duce Mpox spread. tax (PIT) collections grew by The government aims to col-
19%, reaching ₹5.15 trillion lect ₹22.12 trillion in direct
from April 1 to September 17, taxes this fiscal year, an 13%
Subhadra Yojana: A transformative initiative for women’s empowerment in Odisha while corporate tax collec- increase as comapred to pre-
Uddeshya Thakur collaboration among women. tions rose by 10.55%, totaling vious year.
Economists estimate that the Shōgun and The Bear excel at Emmys
Prime Minister Narendra scheme’s ₹10,000 annual aid
Modi’s launch of the Sub- will generate approximately The 76th Primetime Emmy Sawai also made history as
hadra Yojana on September ₹50,000 per woman for the Awards, held on September the first Japanese actors to
17, 2024, marked a signifi- state’s economy, contributing 15, 2024, in Los Angeles and win in their respective lead
cant step in advancing wom- to Odisha’s economic growth. hosted by Eugene and Dan categories. Meanwhile, The
en’s empowerment in Odi- Over 60 lakh women have Levy, celebrated significant Bear, despite losing Out-
sha. Named after Goddess already registered, with the achievements in television. standing Comedy Series
Subhadra, the scheme aims scheme being implemented FX’s Shōgun made histo- to HBO’s Hacks, secured
to provide financial assis- through the digital rupee in ry by winning Outstanding multiple awards, including
tance to over 1 crore women collaboration with the Re- Drama Series, becoming the Lead Actor for Jeremy Allen
aged 21 to 60, helping them to their Aadhaar-linked bank Beyond direct financial aid, serve Bank of India (RBI), first non-English language White. The ceremony saw a
achieve economic independ- accounts. These funds will the Subhadra Yojana encour- ensuring efficient and trans- show to do so. It garnered 18 54% increase in viewership
ence and improve their live- be disbursed in two equal in- ages skill development and parent fund transfers. This wins from 25 nominations, compared to the previous
lihoods. Each eligible woman stallments of ₹5,000, coincid- entrepreneurship by promot- initiative reflects the govern- setting a record for the most year and featured a notable
will receive ₹50,000 over five ing with Raksha Bandhan and ing the formation of Self-Help ment’s dedication to building awards by a single season win for Will Smith for Out-
years, with annual install- International Women’s Day. Groups (SHGs), fostering an inclusive society where of a non-English program. standing Writing for a Drama
ments of ₹10,000 credited women can thrive. Hiroyuki Sanada and Anna Series for Slow Horses.
