1. Tennis Hall of Fame Member Gardnar Mulloy Dies at 102
Mulloy won five Grand Slam doubles titles, was ranked No. 1 in the United States in 1952 and started the University of Miami tennis program.
He swept United States Tennis Association grand slams in three age groups: 45s, 70s and 80s.
2. 20 nations sign framework agreement of ISA as process begins
Over 20 countries, including Brazil and France, became signatories to the framework agreement of the International Solar Alliance -- an initiative that is the brainchild of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The framework agreement of International Solar Alliance (ISA) was opened for signatures here on the sidelines of CoP22 with Environment Minister Anil Madhav Dave saying that with this legal framework in place, the ISA will be a major international body headquartered in India.
Over 20 countries, including Brazil and France, became signatories to it soon after the process began, an Environment Ministry official said.
3. Shreyasi Singh wins double trap, Rashmee Rathore crowned skeet champion
Bihar’s Shreyasi Singh reclaimed the women’s double trap title with a facile victory over ONGC’s Shagun Chowdhary, while Rashmee Rathore of Andhra bagged the gold medal in skeet event on day two of the 60th National Shooting Championship Competition for Shotgun.
4. Maharashtra becomes first state to adopt Fly Ash Utilisation Policy
Maharashtra has become the first state to adopt Fly Ash Utilisation Policy, paving way for prosperity by generating "wealth from waste", and environment protection, an official in the Chief Minister's office said.
The decision was taken at the weekly cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
"Maharashtra Cabinet approves a policy for 100 per cent use of fly ash generated from thermal power plants and biogas plants for construction activities," he said.
This fly ash will be used to make bricks, blocks, tiles, wall panels, cement and other construction materials.
It will save soil excavation and protect environment. Earlier, use of fly ash was allowed within 100 kms radius of power plant, now it has been extended to 300 kms, the official said.
5. India and ADB sign 500 million US dollar loan to build country's longest river bridge across Ganges River
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of India signed a 500 million US dollar loan to build a 9.8 km long road bridge across the Ganges River. This will be India’s longest river bridge.
Along with ADB’s loan and 900000 US dollar in technical assistance to improve bridge operation and management, the Bihar Government will provide support equivalent to 215 million US dollar.
The project is expected to be completed by the end of December 2020.
Key highlights of the proposed river bridge
• The proposed bridge will improve transport connectivity between North and South Bihar. It will also improve the link between Patna and the surrounding areas.
• It will cover both channels of the Ganges River and will also serve as an alternate route to the existing Ganga Bridge.
• The project will also build viaducts, embankments, and toll and service facilities. It will link to national highway networks.
• The bridge will significantly reduce travel time to Patna from the surrounding regions, in particular north Bihar. It will eventually ease access of people to state’s administrative and social services.
• It is expected that the bridge will benefit over 9 million people.
• The bridge will also turn out to be of great help for the inhabitants of Raghopur Diara River Island who will gain year-round road access. At present, the 250000 inhabitants of the island rely on boats and a seasonal pontoon bridge as their only links to Patna.
• The bridge will use state-of-the-art engineering techniques and will be the first of its kind in India.
• The height and length of the bridge have been designed to minimize impacts on the river itself. It will also ensure that the bridge is able to withstand climate-related stresses such as a rise in the water level.
6. Sonam Kpaoor to be honoured at Asia Vision Movie Awards
Sonam Kapoor is set to be honoured with the best actress award for her performance in "Neerja" at the Asia Vision Movie Awards to be held in Dubai this week.
The 31-year-old actress won rave reviews and accolades for her portrayal of slained Pan Am flight attendant Neerja Bhanot in the Ram Madhvani directed film.
Sonam will be presented with the best actress award at the 11th Edition of the awards, to be held at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, a press release issued here said.
The actress also won best actress award at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. Earlier this year she won the critics choice award at the Hello Hall of Fame, for the role.
On work front, Sonam will be seen next in "Veere Di Wedding" alongside Kareena Kapoor Khan, Swara Bhaskar and others.
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