Important day World AIDS Day 
World AIDS Day, observed annually on December 1 since its inception in 1988, is a significant global event that brings together communities, organizations, and governments to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS and demonstrate solidarity in the fight against this epidemic. 2024 Theme: “Take the rights path: My health, my right!” 79% Reduction in AIDS Deaths in India The National AIDS Control Organization and State AIDS Control Organizations are implementing the 95-95-95 strategy. Since 2010, new AIDS infections have reduced by 44 percent. AIDS-related deaths have decreased by 79 percent. This is higher than global rates. While the global HIV prevalence is 0.7 percent of the population, in India it is 0.2 percent. The National AIDS Control Organization (NACO) Over the last 15 years, the number of people on HIV treatment has increased from 7.7 million in 2010 to 30.7 million in 2023, resulting in a 51% decline in AIDS-related deaths globally. Established in 1992 under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. NACO is recognized as the nodal organization responsible for formulating policies and implementing programs aimed at preventing and controlling HIV/AIDS in India The UNAIDS report "Take the Rights Path" emphasizes protecting the human rights of those living with and at risk of HIV as essential to ending the AIDS pandemic by 2030. UNAIDS is leading the global effort to end AIDS as a public health threat by 2030 as part of the Sustainable Development Goals. Defence, National Security and Terrorism AgniWarrior 2024 The India-Singapore military exercise, AgniWarrior 2024, is set for November 28 to November 30. It will occur at the Devlali Field Firing Ranges in Maharashtra, Both countries will share best practices in artillery operations. Cultural exchanges will also take place.…
