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Why RBI withdraw ₹2000 Bank note from circulation ?

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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on May 19 decided to withdraw ₹2,000 denomination banknotes from circulation in pursuance of its “Clean Note Policy”. However the ₹2,000 notes will continue to be legal tender. A similar withdrawal of notes from circulation was undertaken in 2013-2014. In a reminder of the demonetisation days when the banking channel was overwhelmed by the massive crowd thronging into the branches to exchange banknotes, the decision to withdraw ₹2,000 notes is also likely to strain the system besides creating anxiety and inconvenience to the public. The central bank has advised the public to deposit ₹2,000 notes into their bank accounts and/or exchange them into banknotes of other denominations at any branch.  “Deposit into bank accounts can be made in the usual manner, that is, without restrictions and subject to extant instructions and other applicable statutory provisions,” the RBI said.  The ₹2,000 banknote was introduced in November 2016 “primarily to meet the curr

Title sponsor of IPL & WPL

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TATA is the title sponsor for WPL 2023 But did you know its association with the game goes back to the 19th century? Young Zoroastrian Club Reportedly, the Young Zoroastrian Club was founded in 1850 by Hiraji Gosta with financial help from the houses of Tata and Wadia. Jamsetji Tata's relationship with cricket Jamsetji Tata, with the sport at the domestic level, infrastructure for the sport in the 1880s. Like father, like son? Some say that Jamsetji's passion for cricket passed on to his son Sir Dorabji Tata. Dorabji went on to captain the cricket 11 at Parsee Gymkhana. He even became a patron of the Indian Gymkhana in England. Established in 1916, it was the country's first multi-ethnic cricket club. DID YOU KNOW? In 1923, Lady Meherbai Tata, the wife of Sir Dorabji, became the first female member of the Indian Gymkhana in England. Early Association 1937 Mumbai's Braboume Stadium opened in this year. Tata Group's then Chairman had helped with its cost of construct

The Fall of Silicon Valley Bank

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The FALL of SILICON VALLEY BANK

What is H3N2 virus ?

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The H3N2 virus is a subtype of the Influenza A virus that can cause seasonal flu epidemics in humans. It causes respiratory illness. It is also known as the Hong Kong flu, as it was first identified in Hong Kong in 1968 . Since then, the H3N2 virus has become one of the most common types of flu viruses, and it has been responsible for several flu outbreaks around the world. The H3N2 virus is a member of the Orthomyxoviridae family, which includes several other types of influenza viruses. It is an RNA virus, which means that its genetic material is made up of RNA instead of DNA. The H3N2 virus has two important proteins on its surface: Hemagglutinin (H) and Neuraminidase (N) . These proteins are used by the virus to attach to and infect cells in the respiratory tract. The symptoms of H3N2 flu are similar to Fever Cough Sore throat Runny or Stuffy nose Body aches Headache Chills and Fatigue these types of flu. Some people may also experience vomiting and diarrhea , although these sy

Top Most Dangerous Animals in the World

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Saltwater Crocodile - Found in Southeast Asia and Australia, this species of crocodile is the largest living reptile and has a reputation for being a fierce predator. Box Jellyfish - Found in the waters of the Indo-Pacific region, these jellyfish have long, slender tentacles that contain potent venom which can be fatal to humans. African Elephant - Despite being herbivores, elephants can be dangerous when provoked, particularly males during musth (a period of heightened aggression). Hippopotamus - Despite their seemingly docile appearance, hippos are responsible for more human deaths in Africa than any other large animal. Mosquito - While small and seemingly harmless, mosquitoes are responsible for transmitting deadly diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, and Zika virus. Cape Buffalo - Known for their unpredictable nature and tendency to charge, cape buffaloes are one of the most dangerous animals in Africa. Pufferfish - Also known as fugu in Japan, the pufferfish contains a pote