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PCS ParikshanMadhya Pradesh Switch to Hindi
India Post Launches Speed Post 24 and Speed Post 48 in MP
Why in News?
India Post has launched Speed Post 24 and Speed Post 48 services in Madhya Pradesh inaugurated by Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia.
Key Points
- Services: India Post has introduced Speed Post 24 and Speed Post 48, which are time-guaranteed delivery services ensuring mail/parcels reach within 24 and 48 hours.
- Implementing Agency: Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications
- Objective: These services are aimed at modernising postal services and setting new standards of punctual, reliable and fast delivery across India’s postal network.
- Launch Event: The announcement was made during a programme held at Pichor in Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh.
- Infrastructure Boost: Launch aligns with efforts to upgrade postal infrastructure in MP, including renovating post offices and establishing a national training centre for postal staff.
- Significance for Logistics: The service enhancements aim to strengthen India Post’s role in the logistics ecosystem, competing with private couriers for express delivery services.
National Current Affairs Switch to Hindi
Dharmendra Pradhan Inaugurates New Delhi World Book Fair
Why in News?
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated the New Delhi World Book Fair (NDWBF) 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
Key Points
- Organisers: The fair is organised by the National Book Trust (NBT), India, under the Ministry of Education.
- Theme: The theme for NDWBF 2026 is “Indian Military History: Valour and Wisdom @75”, reflecting on the role and legacy of India’s armed forces.
- Book Release: During the inauguration, Dharmendra Pradhan released the book “The Saga of Kudopali: The Unsung Story of 1857” in multiple Indian languages and Spanish, honouring Veer Surendra Sai and the martyrs of Sambalpur.
- International Participation: Countries like Qatar and Spain participated in the fair.
- Focus Country: Qatar (main highlight for exhibitions and literary exchange)
- Partner Country: Spain (cultural and literary participation)
- Promoting Reading Culture: The fair underscores the importance of reading, knowledge dissemination, multilingualism, and global literary dialogue among students, scholars, and the general public.
