Headlines of the Day 28-09-2023

PIB, The Hindu, Indian Express, Mint, AIR

HeadlineSourceSyllabusKey points to know
Armed Forces (Special) Powers Act (AFSPA)The Hindu: (Page 1)Governance / Internal Security– What is the Armed Forces Special Powers Act?
– Why did the Manipur government extended AFSPA in hill districts for 6 months?
Sarna religious codeThe Hindu : (Page 4)Indian Society– What is the Sarna religious code?
– Why does the Jharkhand CM seek recognition of the Sarna religious code for tribals?
India Ageing Report 2023The Hindu  : (Page 12)Population and Associated Issues– What are the key findings of the India Ageing Report 2023?
Women, Power and Cancer: Lancet reportIndian Express  : (Page 15)Health– What are the key findings of the “Women, Power and Cancer: Lancet report”?
Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment)PIB Environment– What is the Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment)?
– Its significance
GSI to organize Swachhata Campaign at 15 Geo-heritage SitesPIB Polity and Governance– What are the Geo-heritage Sites?
– What are the workings of the Geological Survey of India (GSI)?
H-1B ProgramLive MintIR– What is the H-1B Program?
– How US shutdown can affect H1B and student visa processes?
Bhagat SinghLive Mint History– What are the contributions of Bhagat Singh to the Freedom Struggle?