Current Affairs - Talkies

The government's initiative, the 'Mera Pehla Vote Desh Ke Liye' campaign, is specifically targeted at Higher Educational Institutions. This campaign aims to encourage youth participation in the electoral process by conducting voter awareness programs within campuses, reflecting the government's emphasis on engaging young voters in shaping the nation's future through democratic means.

Nepal celebrates National Democracy Day on Falgun 7 of Bikram Sambat annually. This day commemorates the end of the 104-year Rana regime in 1951 through the ordinary Nepali people's struggle, leading to the establishment of democracy in the country.

The Tamil Nadu government banned cotton candy due to the presence of Rhodamine-B, a chemical harmful to health. Rhodamine-B poses significant health risks, including cancer and tumours, especially when mixed with food products like cotton candy.

The Farmers' Protest march, known as "Delhi Chalo," is organized to advocate for several demands, including a legal guarantee to Minimum Support Price (MSP) for all crops and the withdrawal of cases against farmers from the 2020 protest.

Greece recently legalized same-sex marriage and granted equal parental rights to same-sex couples, marking a significant milestone in the country's legal and societal landscape. This landmark decision reflects Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis' commitment to equality and eliminating discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals.