National Dengue Day 2024

• National Dengue Day is annually observed on 16^th May.
• The day aims to raise awareness, promote prevention and highlight the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.
• The theme for the day 2024 is Dengue Prevention: Our Responsibility for a Safer Tomorrow.

Chandrakant Satija Honoured with Global Excellence Award 2024

• Chandrakant Satija was honored with the Global Excellence Award 2024 at an event held at Sahara Star Hotel in Mumbai.
• He is an educationist and the Founder and CEO of Chandra Admission Consultants.
• He was adjudged as the Most Trusted Admissions Consultant in Vidarbha Region.

International Day of Light 2024

• International Day of Light is annually observed on 16th May.
• The day highlights the role of light in shaping our world and inspiring future innovations in fields such as arts and culture, education, medicine, communications, science, and sustainable development.
• The theme for the day 2024 is Light in Our Lives.

PhonePe and LankaPay Launched UPI in Sri Lanka

• PhonePe in collaboration with LankaPay launched UPI in Sri lanka.
• According to PhonePay app users travelling to Sri Lanka can make payments using UPI across LankaPay QR merchants.
• The collaboration aims to offer unparalleled convenience to Indian tourists by providing a familiar and secure payment method during their stay in Sri Lanka.

Indian Air Force Tests Portable Hospital for Airdrop BHISHM

• Indian Air Force tested BHISHM portable cubes for emergency airdrops which is a crucial component of Project BHISHM.
• These cubes are robust, waterproof, and light, designed for various configurations, making them ideal for diverse emergency scenarios.
• Its aim is to provide rapid and comprehensive medical aid during emergencies anywhere and to treat up to 200 casualties.