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The Right to Information Act 2005 was applicable to the whole of India except for the state of Jammu and Kashmir. This was due to the state's special status under Article 370 of the Constitution at the time of the Act's commencement. This changed in 2019 when the state was reorganized into Union Territories.

The Panipat Elevated Expressway, completed around 2008, was the longest flyover in India at that time, stretching approximately 10 kilometers. It was designed to bypass the congested city of Panipat on the Delhi-Amritsar route. Since then, other projects like the PVNR Expressway in Hyderabad have surpassed it in length.

Zimbabwe issued a 100 billion dollar bank note in July 2008 to cope with astronomical levels of hyperinflation. At that time, the country's economy was in crisis, and prices were doubling every few days. This note was part of a series of increasingly high denominations that eventually led to the currency being suspended.

In 2008, Chennai's Marina Beach hosted the FIVB Beach Volleyball Challenger, marking the first time an international beach volleyball event was held in India. The event was a significant step in promoting beach sports in the country. Marina Beach is one of the longest urban beaches in the world and a major landmark in Chennai.

Personal contact information of the President, such as a private telephone number or email address, is generally exempt from disclosure under the RTI Act. This is primarily for security reasons and to protect the privacy of the individual holding the office. Public authorities are not required to provide information that could compromise the safety of high-ranking officials.

Salwa Judum was a state-sponsored vigilante movement in Chhattisgarh aimed at countering Naxalite insurgents. It involved mobilizing local tribal people into a militia to resist Maoist influence in the region. The movement was highly controversial and was eventually disbanded following a Supreme Court ruling in 2011.

Dayana Mendoza won the Miss Universe title in 2008, representing Venezuela. This victory was the fifth time a contestant from Venezuela had won the crown, following previous wins in 1979, 1981, 1986, and 1996. Venezuela is renowned for its high number of titles in major international beauty pageants.

IAEA stands for the International Atomic Energy Agency, which is the world's center for cooperation in the nuclear field. It was established in 1957 as an autonomous organization within the United Nations system. Its mission is to promote the safe, secure, and peaceful use of nuclear technologies.

The 34th G8 Summit took place in Toyako, Hokkaido, Japan, from July 7 to July 9, 2008. The summit focused on global issues including the environment, climate change, and the global economy. Hokkaido is Japan's northernmost prefecture and was chosen for its scenic and secure location.

The 2006 Commonwealth Games were held in Melbourne, Australia, from March 15 to March 26. It was a major international multi-sport event featuring athletes from 71 Commonwealth nations and territories. Melbourne provided world-class facilities, and the event was widely considered a great success.

The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) was formed in 1984 by Kanshi Ram to represent the interests of the Bahujans (Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes). Kanshi Ram was a prominent social reformer and politician who worked for the empowerment of marginalized communities. Mayawati, his protégé, later became the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh.

Formula One refers to the set of rules, or the formula, to which all participants' cars must conform. It is the highest class of international racing for open-wheel single-seater formula racing cars.

Indonesia announced its withdrawal from OPEC in 2008 because it had become a net importer of oil and could no longer meet its production quotas. The suspension of its membership became effective at the end of that year.

The 2008 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the XXIX Olympiad, were held in Beijing, China. This event is well-remembered for the Bird's Nest stadium and the Water Cube aquatic center.

Goodbye Shahzadi is a political biography written by Shyam Bhatia about Benazir Bhutto, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan. The book provides insights into her life and political career leading up to her assassination.

Bluecasting is a method of mobile marketing that uses Bluetooth technology to send messages or advertisements to nearby mobile devices. It allows businesses to target customers based on their physical proximity to a transmitter.

Yves Saint Laurent was a legendary French fashion designer who founded his eponymous fashion label in 1961. He is regarded as one of the most influential designers of the 20th century.

The 38th G8 summit in 2012 focused heavily on the European sovereign debt crisis, which threatened the stability of the global economy. Leaders discussed strategies for growth and fiscal consolidation to address the ongoing financial instability in the Eurozone.

The Tour de France is an annual men's multiple-stage bicycle race primarily held in France. It is the most prestigious and difficult of the three Grand Tours in professional cycling.

Hydroponics is a type of horticulture which involves growing plants without soil. Instead, plants are grown in a water-based, nutrient-rich solution that provides all necessary minerals directly to the roots.

The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream is the second book written by Barack Obama. It outlines his political views and was published in 2006, shortly before he announced his presidential campaign.

The Kalka-Shimla Railway, a narrow-gauge railway in North India, was added to the UNESCO World Heritage list in 2008. It is part of the Mountain Railways of India, which also includes the Darjeeling and Nilgiri lines.

The Ganga Expressway Project is a major infrastructure project in Uttar Pradesh, India, aimed at connecting the eastern and western parts of the state. It was originally launched by the state government to improve connectivity along the Ganges river.