KNOWLEDGE 24/7

 Posted on Knowledge24/7 | By Nitesh Srivastava India is witnessing a nationwide general strike (Bharat Bandh) today, called by a joint forum of 10 central trade unions, protesting what they call the government's "pro-corporate and anti-worker policies." The strike has drawn support from both organised and unorganised sectors, with over 25 crore workers expected to participate. Who is Participating in the Strike? Major trade unions including: * All India Trade Union Congress (AITUC) * Indian National Trade Union Congress (INTUC) * Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) * Self Employed Women’s Association (SEWA) * Labour Progressive Federation (LPF) * United Trade Union Congress (UTUC) They are backed by the Samyukta Kisan Morcha, various rural worker unions, and employees from the Railways, NMDC Ltd, and steel industries. Why Are They Protesting? The protestors are demanding the reversal of several government policies they believe undermine workers’ rights and public welfa...

 Published on Knowledge24/7 | July 2, 2025✍️ By Nitesh Srivastava Prime Minister Narendra Modi has officially commenced his landmark five-nation diplomatic tour, covering Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia from July 2 to 9, 2025 . The visit underlines India’s expanding global engagement and deepening ties with the Global South across multiple domains—trade, defence, healthcare, and digital innovation. Historic Arrival in Ghana   PM Modi was warmly received today by President John Dramani Mahama as he landed in Accra, Ghana, for a two-day official visit. This marks the first time an Indian Prime Minister is visiting Ghana in over four decades, symbolizing a renewed push to strengthen Indo-African relations. During his stay, PM Modi is expected to:   * Hold high-level bilateral talks with President Mahama * Address the Ghanaian Parliament * Witness the signing of multiple MoUs and agreements across:   * Healthcare   * Agriculture   *...