International Nurses Day 2024

• International Nurses Day is annually observed on 12th May.
• The day marks the birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale who laid the foundation of modern nursing.
• The day serves as a tribute to the selfless dedication and vital contributions of nurses worldwide.
• The theme for the day 2024 is Our Nurses. Our Future. The economic power of care.

Idashisha Nongrang Becomes First Woman DGP of Meghalaya

• Idashisha Nongrang becomes the first woman to be appointed as the Director General of Police (DGP).
• She is from the Khasi tribe and is currently serving as the Director General of Meghalaya Civil Defence and Home Guards.

Vivek Bipindada Kolhe Elected as the Director of IFFCO

• Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative (IFFCO) elected Vivek Bipindada Kolhe as a director of the company.
• He is the Chairman of Sahkar Maharshi Shankarao Kolhe Co-operative Sugar Factory.

IRDAI Approved Hinduja Group

• Hinduja Group’s IndusInd International Holdings (IIHL) received the Regulatory and Development Authority of India’s approval for the acquisition of Reliance Capital.
• The acquisition will include the takeover of Reliance General Insurance and 51:49 JV with Nippon Life, Reliance Nippon Life Insurance.