Current Affairs - National

IEW 2024 in Goa is anticipated to witness ministerial-level delegations from 17 countries, with six countries - Canada, Germany, Russia, the Netherlands, the UK, and the USA - also setting up pavilions at the event.

The theme of IGNCA's Ministry of Culture tableau that secured the 1st prize at the Republic Day Celebration Parade 2024 was 'India: Mother of Democracy.' The tableau highlighted the blend of tradition and innovation, incorporating the anamorphic technique to showcase India's rich heritage.

The Ministry of Women and Child Development has launched the GHAR (GO Home and Re-Unite) portal, as part of its efforts to fortify child protection measures. This portal plays a crucial role in tracking missing and found children, and enhancing restoration and repatriation processes for vulnerable minors under the Juvenile Justice system.

'Bharat' rice is offered at a retail price of Rs. 29/kg, aiming to stabilize markets and ensure affordability. Available in 5- and 10-kg packs, the government has introduced this measure to address escalating rice prices through cooperative entities like Nafed, NCCF, and Kendriya Bhandar.

The Finance Minister announced in the Budget speech that individuals availing of the rooftop solar scheme would receive 300 units of free electricity monthly, enabling them to save up to Rs 18,000 annually.