From India’s women’s hockey star clinching “Emerging Player of the Year” award to a new amount set by the World Bank for Ukraine’s rebuild, read on to know more about the latest trending news and updates in our March 24 news roundup.
Bengaluru’s Shah signs at Dubai National Sportsbike super series
Bengaluru-based rider Rushab Shah was on a winning spree at Dubai National Sportsbike super series as he bagged six consecutive podium spots. The rider from India bagged a total of seven podium spots in the series, with five second place finishes and two victories.
India’s Salima Tete wins ‘Emerging Player of the Year’ award
India’s women hockey midfielder Salima Tete has been named “Emerging Player of the Year” by the Atlantic Hockey Federation (AHF). The talented 20-year old received the award at the Federation’s Annual General Meeting in Mungyeong, South Korea.
Covid-19 infection can change genetic structure, finds study
According to a latest study, those infected with Covid-19 can show changes in their genome structure, hurting their immune system and putting them at risk of long Covid. The study could not confidently ascertain whether or not the virus can affect our Chromatin or hijack in our cells to reproduce later.
World Bank presidential nominee tests positive for Covid on his India visit
United States nominee for the role of World Bank President and former MasterCard CEO, Ajay Banga, has tested positive for Covid in a routine testing in Delhi. All the meetings he was scheduled to attend on his official visit have been cancelled until further notice.
‘Vandalism’ at Indian High Commission discussed in UK Parliament
The issue of the recent vandalism and desecration of the tricolor at the Indian high commission in London was raised in the United Kingdom’s House of Commons. Several British MPs voiced their concerns about the safety of India’s diplomatic staff while calling for action against ‘Khalistani hooligans’.
First tranche of IMF financial aid, worth USD 330 million received by Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has received the first tranche of the IMF bailout, worth USD 330 million. It must be noted that IMF has decided on a financial aid of $3 billion to Sri Lanka in an attempt to help the country overcome the ongoing economic and humanitarian crisis.
Ukraine needs $411 billion to rebuild: World Bank
World Bank has said that Ukraine will require $411 billion in order to rebuild. This new assessment, amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, was conducted by jointly by the World Bank, Ukrainian Government, European Commission and the United Nations.
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