From India’s population crossing China according to the latest United Nations data and the second Apple retail store in India inaugurated in Delhi, read on to know more about the latest trending news and updates in our April 20 news roundup.
India surpasses China; Becomes the world’s most populous nation
As per the latest United Nations population data, India has surpassed China to become the country with the highest population in the world. With 142.86 crore people, India has now gone past China which has a population of 142.57 crores, according to the UN population dashboard.
Tim Cook inaugurates Apple retail store in Delhi
Apple’s second flagship retail store in India was inaugurated by CEO Tim Cook today as he welcomed the first customers with a huge smile on his face. The new retail store has 70 team members belonging to 18 different states and can speak 15 different languages.
EAM S Jaishankar to visit North and South America to boost bilateral ties
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is all set to begin his visits to South America and North America to strengthen bilateral relationships. He is scheduled to begin his tour on April 21, visiting Guyana, Panama, Colombia, and the Dominican Republic.
May legalize cannabis cultivation to boost the economy, says Himachal Pradesh CM
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu has said that the state is considering legalizing cannabis cultivation to strengthen HP’s economy. He further went on to emphasize the many industrial and medical properties of cannabis and the fact that it can turn out to be a great source of revenue for the state.
National Mission for Clean Ganga clears 8 projects worth Rs 638 crore
The Central government approved 8 projects worth ₹638 crores during the 48th meeting of the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) Executive Committee. A majority of the projects are part of the rejuvenated efforts for cleaning the River Hindon, a Yamuna tribute.
Indian engineering students turn PPE waste into eco-friendly bricks
A team of engineering students from a Tamil Nadu college has come up with a method to convert Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) waste from hospitals into eco-friendly bricks. These bricks, made without the use of any cement, are also being claimed to be stronger than those made of cement.
UGC tells Universities to allow students to write exams in their local language even if the course is in English
The University Grants Commission has asked Universities to allow willing students to write their exams in their local language even if the course is all in English. The decision has been taken to encourage teaching and learning in several regional languages across the country.
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