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April 01, 2025

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  • Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament

  • Reddy Condemns Telangana Government's Destruction of Kancha Gachibowli Biodiversity

  • 6th BIMSTEC Summit

108 Finalists Gather in New Delhi

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports' three-day Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament begins today in New Delhi. Over 75,000 young people participated in district and state-level rounds, with 108 finalists selected to attend the national event. The program includes discussions on "One Nation, One Election" and "Viksit Bharat," Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha sessions, and award ceremonies concluding on Thursday. This marks the first in-person national event since COVID-19, involving all 300 District Nodal Rounds.

Why it's important: The Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament fosters youth engagement in governance and nation-building, equipping the next generation with political understanding and leadership skills.

Reddy Condemns Telangana Government's Destruction of Kancha Gachibowli Biodiversity

Union Coal and Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy criticized the Telangana government's demolition of biodiversity in Kancha Gachibowli near Hyderabad Central University. He condemned the auction of 400 acres of land, alleging the destruction of green spaces and suppression of opposition. Reddy accused the Congress government of prioritizing funds over environmental protection and urged immediate cessation of the ecological damage. He highlighted the loss of trees, biodiversity, and vital urban lung spaces.

Why it's important: The destruction of Kancha Gachibowli's biodiversity highlights the urgent need for environmental protection and responsible land management in urban areas, preventing irreversible ecological damage.

Strengthening Regional Cooperation in the Bay of Bengal

The 6th BIMSTEC Summit will be held on April 4th in Bangkok, Thailand, under the theme "Prosperous, Resilient, and Open BIMSTEC." Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend, visiting Thailand on April 3rd and 4th. The summit aims to strengthen cooperation among the seven member states (Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Thailand) to address shared security and development challenges, boosting regional collaboration for prosperity and resilience. The summit seeks to advance BIMSTEC's role in tackling shared challenges.

Why it's important: The BIMSTEC Summit is crucial for fostering regional cooperation and addressing shared security and developmental challenges among Bay of Bengal nations, promoting economic growth and stability.

Global Chronicles 🌐 

  • Shirley Botchwey, with 20 years of experience, becomes the 7th and first African woman Commonwealth Secretary-General today.

  • Zelenskyy met with partner country and European Parliament representatives, emphasizing Europe's unwavering commitment to holding Russia accountable for atrocities in Bucha, Mariupol, and other Ukrainian cities.

Market Movers 🤑 

  • India's foreign exchange reserves reached over $658.8 billion by March 21, boosted by a $4.5 billion increase, with gold reserves exceeding $77.27 billion.

  • President Trump announced a 25% tariff on imported autos and parts, effective April 2, impacting roughly half of U.S. vehicle sales and potentially extending to other goods like pharmaceuticals.

Sports Spectacle 🏅 

  • At the Indian Open 2025, Abhay Singh reached a career-high PSA ranking of 49, while Anahat Singh, 17, claimed the title and a new career-high ranking of 62.

  • 19-year-old Jakub Mensik upset six-time champion Novak Djokovic 7-6, 7-6 in the Miami Open final, becoming the second-youngest champion and the first Czech to win an ATP Masters 1000 event since 2005.

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