Today in History (September 14th, 1901)
William McKinley, the 25th President of the United States from 1897 to 1901, is known for the Spanish-American War of 1898, which resulted in the United States acquiring territories like Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines, expanding its global influence was assassinated on 14th September, 1901
Summary of Today’s News
Nipah cases rise to 5 in Kerala; 789 contacts kept under watch
In Kerala’s Kozhikode district, Nipah virus infections have increased to five cases, with a healthcare worker from a private hospital being the latest to test positive. The State Health Department has identified 789 contacts related to the infected individuals. The government has imposed restrictions on large gatherings until September 24 as a precautionary measure.
Special Session to discuss Parliament’s 75year journey, take up Bills on CEC, the Press
During the upcoming Special Session of the Indian Parliament scheduled from September 18 to 22, the agenda will kick off with a discussion on Parliament’s 75-year journey, beginning with the “Samvidhan Sabha.” The Rajya Sabha will focus on three Bills, including the Post Office Bill, 2023, Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Service, and Term of Office) Bill, and the Repealing and Amending Bill, 2023. Additionally, the Lok Sabha will discuss the Advocates (Amendment) Bill, 2023, and the Press and Registration of Periodical Bill, 2023, during this Special Session.
Analysing the Global Stocktake Report
The “global stocktake” report is part of a periodic evaluation process established by the Paris Agreement of 2015. This process, conducted every five years, assesses the progress made by countries in achieving the Agreement’s climate goals, including limiting global temperature increases. The report released ahead of the G20 summit is one such assessment. It informs international climate discussions and notably impacts the United Nations Climate Conference of Parties (COP).
Transfer of personal data under UN treaty will be under domestic laws: India
India has presented its stance during United Nations negotiations for a treaty to combat cybercrimes. India emphasizes that the transfer of “personal data” under this treaty should be governed by the country’s domestic laws rather than international laws.
