Explanation

As per WHO, Jordan become the first country in the world to be officially verified as having eliminated leprosy.

This significant milestone marks a new era in global public health efforts.

Jordan was declared leprosy free in Sep 2024.

WHO stands for World Health Organization.

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Explanation

As per WHO, Jordan become the first country in the world to be officially verified as having eliminated leprosy.

This significant milestone marks a new era in global public health efforts.

Jordan was declared leprosy free in Sep 2024.

WHO stands for World Health Organization.

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Explanation

On 17 September 2024, ICC introduced equal prize money for men and women in its global T20 World Cup tournaments, beginning with the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup.

ICC: International Cricket Council

The winners of Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 will be rewarded with $2.34 million, a 134% increase on the $1 million awarded to Australian women when they clinched the title in South Africa in 2023.

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Explanation

As per Sep 2024, Zimbabwe plans to cull 200 elephants to feed communities facing acute hunger after the worst drought in four decades.

The El Nino-induced drought wiped out crops in southern Africa, impacting 68 million people and causing food shortages across the region.

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Explanation

As per WHO, Jordan become the first country in the world to be officially verified as having eliminated leprosy.

This significant milestone marks a new era in global public health efforts.

Jordan was declared leprosy free in Sep 2024.

WHO stands for World Health Organization.

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Explanation

Portugal has announced the issuance of a special €7 coin embossing its national football star Cristiano Ronaldo featuring his famous nickname CR7.

This coin is Portugal’s tribute to Ronaldo’s outstanding contribution to the world of football and his achievements throughout his career.

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Explanation

The richest man in India is Mukesh Ambani, with an estimated net worth of $116.6 billion.

He is the chairman and managing director of Reliance Industries.

It is a multinational conglomerate with diverse interests in petrochemicals, oil and gas, retail, and telecommunications.

Explanation

World Patient Safety Day is observed annually on 17th of September 

This day was established by WHO in 2019.

This is observed with the aim to raise awareness & reduce risks of harm in healthcare

Theme 2024:  Improving diagnosis for patient safety

Theme 2025: Safe care for every newborn and child

Theme 2026: Safe care for noncommunicable diseases

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Explanation

Asian Hockey Champions Trophy 2024

Edition: 8th 

Venue: China 

Final held: 17 Sep 2024

Winner: India

Second place: China

Third place: Pakistan 

Total matched played: 20

Participating teams: 06

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Explanation

Asian Hockey Champions Trophy 2024

Edition: 8th 

Venue: China 

Final held: 17 Sep 2024

Winner: India

Second place: China

Third place: Pakistan 

Total matched played: 20

Participating teams: 06

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