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World’s first camel hospital at Dubai set to expand its facilities

World’s first camel hospital in Dubai is set to expand its facilities by an additional 50 per cent in response to the increase in demand for its services.

• Historically, camels, known as the ‘Ship of the Desert’ were a source of transport as well as food and milk in the region.
• The camel has continued to be an integral part of the UAE’s society and culture to this day, with select breeds used for camel racing, a sport highly popular among Emiratis.
• The camel hospital, built at an estimated cost of 40 million Dirhams, opened its doors in 2017 to meet the demand in the UAE for an advanced medical facility dedicated to treating camels.

President Ram Nath Kovind inaugurates India Water Week, 2019 in New Delhi

President Ram Nath Kovind inaugurated the India Water week 2019 in New Delhi.

• The theme of the event is ‘Water Cooperation - Coping with 21st Century Challenges’.
• Speaking on the occasion, the President said that over 40 per cent area of the world is facing an acute water shortage.
• It has become a challenge for governments to provide safe drinking water to people.
• The President lauded the Modi government for setting the target of providing drinking water to all villages across the country by the year 2024.

Shri Nitin Gadkari inaugurates 16th Global SME Business Summit

Union Minister for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Road Transport & Highways Shri Nitin Gadkari has inaugurated the 16th Global SME Business Summit 2019 in New Delhi.

• The Summit is organized every year by the Ministry of MSME and Confederation of Indian Industries (CII). 
• The theme this year is ‘Making Indian MSMEs Globally Competitive’.

India Tourism Mart exhibition inaugurated in New Delhi

Culture and Tourism Minister Prahlad Singh Patel inaugurated the exhibition of India Tourism Mart (ITM), 2019 in New Delhi.

• Over 240 international delegates from 51 countries and 160 exhibitors from across the country are taking part in the second edition of ITM.
• It will provide a platform at the national level for trade and hospitality service providers in the country to interact and conduct business with their counterparts from overseas.

J&K becomes the first state to issue the highest number of golden cards under Ayushman Bharat scheme

Jammu and Kashmir have become the first state in the country to issue the highest number of golden cards under Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY).

• Over 11 lakh golden cards have been generated within the first 90 days of the launch of the scheme with 60% of families having at least one golden card which is highest in the country.
• The CEO informed that claims amounting to around 14 crore rupees have been settled till date and state is registering phenomenal progress under the scheme.

First corporate-run train from Lucknow to Delhi ‘Tejas Express’ all ready to hit tracks on Oct 4

In Uttar Pradesh, the most awaited country's first corporate-run train from Lucknow to Delhi, Tejas Express is all ready to hit the tracks on 4th of October.

• Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will flag off the train from Lucknow which will be run by IRCTC.
• Railways have formally made the announcement regarding the running of the train who's advance bookings have already started.
• The trial run of the country's first corporate-run train was conducted a few days back and passengers have started booking tickets in the first IRCTC-run train which will work on Flexi-fare system.

Narendra Singh Tomar launches two agriculture-related Mobile Apps

Agriculture and Farmer Welfare Minister Narendra Singh Tomar launched two agriculture-related Mobile Applications - CHC Farm Machinery and Krishi Kisan in New Delhi.

• The Custom Hiring Service Centers or CHC App will allow farmers to avail the custom hiring services of CHCs located in the radius of 50 Kilometers.
• The App connects the farmers with Custom Hiring Service Centers in their area.
• Krishi Kisan App will provide farmers with information about the best demonstration of high-yielding crops and seeds at nearby area.
• The App will also help in geo-tagging and geo-fencing of crop and give weather forecast message to farmers.

Adam Harper won bags SASTRA-Ramanujan Prize

The 2019 Sastra-Ramanujan Prize will be awarded to number theorist Adam Harper of the University of Warwick, England.

• This annual prize is given to honour outstanding contributions by individuals not exceeding age of 32 in areas of mathematics, influenced by Indian mathematician Ramanujan.
• The prize, which includes a cash award of USD 10,000 and a citation, will be awarded at the international conference on number theory scheduled for December 22 (Ramanujan’s birthday).

Amitabh Bachchan named for Dada Sahab Phalke award

Veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan has been named for the prestigious Dada Sahab Phalke award for his outstanding contribution to the film industry.

• The legend who entertained and inspired for two generations has been unanimously selected for the award.
• The award is conferred by the Government for outstanding contribution to the growth and development of Indian Cinema.
• It consists of a Swarn Kamal and a cash prize of ten lakh rupees.

Manipur clinch 25th Senior Women's National Football Championship

Defending champion Manipur has clinched the title of the 25th Senior Women's National Football Championship for the 20th time.

• In the final at CHF Ground in Pasighat, Manipur defeated Railways 1-0 in a thrilling contest.
• In the 67th minute, Bala Devi gave the breakthrough for Manipur.
• Bala Devi is the highest scorer in the tournament with 20 goals.
• Railways’ Sanju was declared the Player of the tournament.
• Arunachal Pradesh had hosted the tournament for the first time.