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Current Affairs | November 2023
Table of Content
Art & Culture Current Affairs ............................................................................................................ 3
Awards and Honours Current Affairs ................................................................................................. 4
Banking Current Affairs.................................................................................................................... 14
Books and Authors Current Affairs .................................................................................................. 16
Business and Economy Current Affairs ............................................................................................ 18
Defence Current Affairs ................................................................................................................... 22
Government Schemes and Policies Current Affairs ......................................................................... 31
Days and Events Current Affairs ...................................................................................................... 32
International Current Affairs ............................................................................................................. 41
MoU and Agreements Current Affairs ............................................................................................. 45
National Current Affairs ................................................................................................................... 49
Appointments Current Affairs .......................................................................................................... 66
Obituaries Current Affairs ................................................................................................................ 72
Science and Technology Current Affairs .......................................................................................... 75
Sports Current Affairs Current Affairs ............................................................................................. 79
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Art and Culture Current Affairs

Cambodia's Angkor Wat became the 8th wonder of the world
• Angkor Wat, in the heart of Cambodia, has beaten Pompeii in Italy to become the eighth Wonder
of the World.
• Built in the 12th century by King Suryavarman II, Angkor Wat was originally dedicated to the Hindu
deity Vishnu.
• But overtime, it transformed into a Buddhist temple.
• Angkor Wat holds the Guinness World Records for being the largest religious structure in the
world.
Culture Ministry organizes India Art Architecture biennale at Red Fort
• The Culture Ministry will organize India Art, Architecture, and Design Biennale at Red Fort to
provide a global platform for the promotion of arts and the artist fraternity.
• The Biennale will be inaugurated on 8th of next month and several events will be held from 9th
to 15th of December.
• Public art installations, art bazaars & cultural programs will be the major attractions of the
Biennale.
Kerala to launch multi-language microsites to boost religious tourism
• Kerala Tourism is all set for important steps in its endeavor to promote pilgrimage tourism by
launching a series of microsites.
• These microsites have been designed to not only shed light on the state's rich heritage, but also
showcase the profound significance of its key religious sites.
• The revamped microsite will also offer insights into available lodging and transportation options.
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Awards and Honours Current Affairs

Abdullahi Mire won U.N. Nansen award for educating displaced children
• Abdullahi Mire, a former Somali refugee intent on bringing books and education to his
compatriots in camps in Kenya was named the winner of the UN refugee agency’s prestigious
Nansen Award.
• Mr. Mire was born in Somalia, but amid unrest there his family fled to Kenya.
• He spent 23 years in Dadaab, a complex of three camps that were initially built in the 1990s to
host some 90,000 refugees.
Rishab Shetty honored with special jury award for 'Kantara' at IFFI 54
• Renowned Indian filmmaker, actor, and writer Rishab Shetty received the special jury award for
his groundbreaking work on 'Kantara' at the prestigious 54th IFFI.
• The Jury's recognition of Shetty's directorial expertise highlighted his ability to convey narratives
that, while rooted in indigenous culture, resonate universally, transcending cultural and societal
boundaries.
Gold Medal to Ministry of Ayush for excellent performance in IITF
• The Ministry of Ayush has been awarded the Gold Medal by the ‘India Trade Promotion
Organization’ for its excellent performance in the ‘Ministries and Departments’ category of the
Indian International Trade Fair.
• The Ministry had created an Ayush pavilion with various activities in the fair with the aim of
promoting scientific evidence based Ayush treatment methods.
'PANCHAYAT 2' won inaugural OTT Award for Web Series at the 54th IFFI
• Panchayat 2, the heartwarming Hindi comedy-drama series, clinched the OTT Award for Web
Series at the 54th International Film Festival of India held in Goa.
• Panchayat 2 stood out among the final nominations, including Rocket Boys Season 1 by Abhay
Pannu, Nirmal Pathak Ki Ghar Wapsi by Rahul Pandey & Satish Nair, and Human directed by
Vipul Amrutlal Shah & Mozez Singh.
Michael Douglas honored with Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award
• Renowned Hollywood actor and producer Michael Douglas was honoured with the prestigious
Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award for Excellence in Cinema at the 54th International Film
Festival of India in Goa.
• Michael Douglas, known for his era-defining roles, dedicated public service record and enduring
cultural impact, expressing his gratitude upon receiving the award.
Persian film ‘Endless Borders’ bagged Golden Peacock award at IFFI
• The coveted 'Golden Peacock' for Best Film was conferred upon the Persian masterpiece, 'Endless
Borders,' directed by Abbas Amini.
• The film intricately delves into the complexities of prejudice, moral dilemmas, and forbidden love.
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• The jury praised the film's ability to transcend physical and emotional borders, lauding director
Abbas Amini's courageous storytelling.
'Drift' by Anthony Chen won ICFT-UNESCO Gandhi Medal at IFFI
• French, British and Greek co-production Drift directed by Anthony Chen received the prestigious
ICFT-UNESCO Gandhi Medal at 54th International Film Festival of India.
• The film is an emotional portrait of an immigrant woman who seems condemned to wander by
the traumatic and terrible reality of human madness.
• The award was announced at the grand Closing Ceremony of the festival at Goa
Odisha bagged Gold at IITF for excellence in display
• The Odisha Pavilion showcasing the state's various agricultural products and traditional attires,
was adjudged First for excellence in display in the category of 'State Government and Union
Territory' at the just concluded 42nd edition of India International Trade Fair, 2023
• The Assam Pavilion bagged Silver.
• The Rajasthan Pavillion bagged Bronze in the same event.
Safeena Husain, founder of Educate Girls, won WISE Prize for Education
• Safeena Husain, Founder, Educate Girls, has been awarded the prestigious WISE Prize for
Education at the WISE 11 Summit (World Innovation Summit for Education).
• The WISE Prize for Education is the first global distinction of its kind that honours an individual
for outstanding contribution to education.
• She is the first Indian woman to win the WISE Prize for Education.
Trainocate clinched Global AWS Training Partner Award
• Trainocate clinched the 2023 Global AWS Training Partner Award for the 2nd consecutive year
• Trainocate is one of the most established IT and human capability development training providers
in the Asia-Pacific region.
• With over 25 years of experience in 15 countries, Trainocate’s expertise lies in the purveyance of
vendor-specific technologies and certifications, high-end IT solutions etc.
Suganthy Sundararaj received PRSI National Award
• Suganthy Sundararaj, Regional Head, Public Relations, has been honoured with the PRSI National
Award for Outstanding Contributions to the Public Relations Society of India.
• The festival is being organized around the theme ‘G20: Showcasing Indian Values and The
Emerging India to the World: Opportunities for Public Relations’.
• The event took place in New Delhi.
HDFC Life got Guiness World Record title for 'Insure India' campaign
• HDFC Life has officially set a new Guinness World Records title for creating the largest online
selfie mosaic made from 19,097 photos clicked by individuals for the ‘Insure India’ campaign.
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• The campaign represents shared responsibility of employees, customers, to drive positive change
in ensuring protection and financial wellbeing of every Indian through life insurance products and
services.
IcfaiTech received FutureSkills Prime Certification award from NASSCOM
• IcfaiTech, a constituent of ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education, Hyderabad to Skill India
initiative, NASSCOM recognized and gave the award for the “Fastest completion of Prime
FutureSkills certifications in last quarter in Telangana Region”.
• The award was presented at the NASTech 23 event, organized by NASSCOM, in association with
Ministry of Electronics and IT, Government of India.
Ministry of Power received Special Appreciation Medal for Excellence
• The Ministry of Power, Government of India has been awarded the Special Appreciation Medal
for Excellence in Display, at India International Trade Fair 2023.
• The event was held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from November 14 - 27, 2023.
• The Pavilion was set up under the umbrella of the Ministry of Power, with NTPC as the nodal
agency and with contributions from 11 other PSUs.
PRSI National Awards: NHPC got 2nd prize in 'Annual Report' category
• NHPC Limited has won the 2nd prize under the 'Annual Report' category of 'PRSI National Awards
2023'.
• The award was presented during the International Public Relations Festival organized by Public
Relations Society of India (PRSI) from 25th to 27th November 2023 in New Delhi.
• The award recognized the overall high-quality, layout and design of NHPC Annual Report 2022-
23.
Irish writer Paul Lynch wins Booker Prize for novel 'Prophet Song'
• Irish writer Paul Lynch has won the 2023 Booker Prize for his novel 'Prophet Song', beating
London-based Indian-origin author Chetna Maroo's debut novel "Western Lane", at a ceremony
in London.
• Forty-six-year-old Lynch won for his novel presenting a dystopian vision of Ireland in the grips of
totalitarianism, something the author describes as an attempt at radical empathy.
Filmfare OTT Awards 2023 Announced
• The Filmfare OTT Awards 2023 returned for the 4th edition.
• Darlings’ Alia Bhatt wins best actress, Manoj Bajpayee takes home best actor trophy for Ek
Bandaa kaafi hai.
• The Best Series award was given to Hansal Mehta’s Scoop, starring Karishma Tanna, while Trial
By Fire won the Best Series Critics.
Ministry of Steel presents National Metallurgist Award 2022
• Ministry of Steel presents National Metallurgist Award 2022 to recognize excellence & contribution
of Metallurgists in Iron & Steel Sector.
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• The illustrious awardees and the categories are mentioned below: -

o Dr Kamachi Mudali Uthandi - Lifetime Achievement Award
o Dr Debashish Bhattacharjee - National Metallurgist Award
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Kris Gopalakrishnan Bestowed with ISB Research Catalyst Award
• The Indian School of Business (ISB) bestowed Kris Gopalakrishnan, Chairman of Axilor Ventures,
with the ‘ISB Research Catalyst Award’ for his pioneering role in the growth of the research
ecosystem in India at the inaugural edition of ‘ISB Insights Forum’.
• ISB is India’s highest-ranked business school and ranks in the top league of business schools in
several rankings globally.
‘Odh’ bags best film award at ‘75 Creative Minds of Tomorrow’ in IFFI
• In Goa, the refreshing and thought-provoking short film on receding beach lines of Goa, ‘Odh’ has
won the best film award at the ‘75 Creative Minds of Tomorrow’ film challenge held at the 54th
International Film Festival of India (IFFI).
• The film addresses the issue of receding beach lines of Goa, due to the rise in the sea levels and
mass constructions happening on the beaches.
Vijayawada Railway Station gets Platinum Certification from IGBC
• Vijayawada Railway Station has been given Platinum Certification- The Highest Standard IGBC
(Indian Green Building Council) Rating.
• The title was conferred to Vijayawada Railway Station chiefs at Green Building Congress held at
Chennai Trade Centre.
• Senior officers of the Railways received the certification for Vijayawada Railway Station.
NHPC conferred with "ET HR WORLD EX Awards"
• NHPC has won the prestigious ‘The Economic Times HR World Exceptional Employee Experience
Award 2023 in ‘Large Scale Enterprise’ category.
• The award was presented in a glittering ceremony organized by ET HR World at Bengaluru on
22nd November 2023.
• It is also a recognition to NHPC’s organizational culture, extending good care & support after
employees' superannuation.
National Gopal Ratna Awards -2023 oraganised at Guwahati in Assam
• Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Parshottam Rupala will confer the
National Gopal Ratna Awards -2023 at Guwahati in Assam.
• National Gopal Ratna Award is one of the highest National Awards in the field of livestock and
dairy sector.
• Chief Minister, Assam, Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma will also be present in the award ceremony.
REC: ‘Best Employer in Diversity & Inclusion’ Award by Assocham
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• REC Limited, a Maharatna CPSE under Ministry of Power, received the “Best Employer for Policies
in Diversity & Inclusion” Award at the 4th Diversity & Inclusion Excellence Awards and Conclave
organized by Assocham.
• REC Limited, a Maharatna CPSE established in 1969, under Ministry of Power, provides long term
loans and other finance products for Power-Infrastructure sector.
Kerala’s Responsible Tourism makes it to UNWTO list
• The Responsible Tourism (RT) Mission under Kerala Tourism has made it to the Global List of Case
Studies of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO).
• The dashboard displays Kerala Tourism’s website link for details about the state’s activities.
• The UNWTO cited that Kerala Tourism has succeeded in upholding the world body’s SDGs while
promoting travel industry in the State.
Parmanu Defence Academy triumph as Best Defence Academy in North India
• The esteemed Parmanu Defence Academy Dehradun, led by the visionary Dr. Rajesh Malhotra,
has been awarded the prestigious Indo Global Business Award for "Best Defence Academy in
North India".
• The honor was presented by the renowned Padma Shri awardee Madhuri Dixit the iconic
Bollywood actress, who commended the academy's unwavering dedication to excellence in the
field of defence education.
Deepti Babuta: 1st woman to bag Dhahan Prize for Punjabi literature
• Mohali-based Deepti Babuta has become the first woman to bag the Dhahan Prize, the largest
international literary award for fiction books in Punjabi language.
• Babuta received the award for her short story collection, ‘Bhukh Eon Sah Laindi Hai’ (‘Hunger
Breathes Like This’).
• She was presented with a cash award of $25,000 CAD and a trophy at a ceremony held at Surrey,
British Columbia, Canada.
Perumal Murugan wins JCB Prize for Literature 2023 for ‘Fire Bird’
• Author Perumal Murugan won the JCB Prize for Literature for his book Fire Bird.
• Translated from Tamil by Janani Kannan, and originally published as Aalanda Patchi, the book
explores the innate human desire for stability.
• The winner of the JCB Prize for Literature receives a cash award of ₹25 lakh, and the translator
₹10 lakh.
Armed Forces Medical College Pune to receive President’s Colour Award
• The President of India and the Supreme Commander of Armed Forces Droupadi Murmu will confer
President’s Colour to Armed Forces Medical College Pune in its platinum jubilee year.
• AFMC is a premier Armed Forces Medical Services establishment and one of the leading medical
colleges of the country.
• The award is a testament to the glorious 75 years of AFMC’s exemplary service to the nation.
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C. Raj Kumar received Dr. Pritam Singh Transformational Leader Award

• The Dr Pritam Singh Transformational Leader Award is awarded to serving Vice Chancellor /
Director for leadership excellence contributing to the Indian Higher Education.
• In 2023 it has been bestowed on Professor Dr. C Raj Kumar the Founding Vice Chancellor of O.P.
Jindal Global University.
• He received it for his remarkable leadership and distinguished contribution to higher education
Madhuri Dixit honoured at 54th IFFI for contribution to Indian Cinema
• Madhuri Dixit honoured with 'Special Recognition for Contribution to Bharatiya Cinema' Award
at 54th IFFI.
• With an illustrious career spanning four remarkable decades, Madhuri Dixit has left an indelible
mark on the Indian film industry.
• A lead actress in Hindi movies of 1980s, 90s and early 2000s, Madhuri Dixit received six Filmfare
Awards and was nominated for the same for 14 times.
Vir Das won Emmy Award for his comedy special 'Vir Das: Landing'
• Earlier, Vir's third standup special 'Vir Das: For India' received a 2021 International Emmy
Nomination for "Best Comedy."
• Apart from Vir, actors Shefali Shah and Jim Sarbh were also nominated in the Best Performance
by an Actress and Actor.
• Shefali was nominated in the Best Performance by an Actress category for her performance in
the web series 'Delhi Crime Season 2'.
Qutone Tiles awarded as India's Most Innovative Tile Brand
• Qutone Tiles, a leading name in the tile industry, is proud to announce that it has been recognized
as "India's Most Innovative Tile Brand" at the prestigious Industry Leaders Awards 2023.
• The award was presented by the renowned Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty at a grand ceremony
organized by Brand Empower Pvt. Ltd. in Mumbai.
IFFI 2023 Rajkumar Hirani to head jury panel for best web series award
• Filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani will serve as the head of the five-member jury for the best web series
(OTT) award at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI).
• According to a press note, actors Divya Dutta, Prosenjit Chatterjee, and filmmakers Krishna DK
and Utpal Borpujari are part of the jury panel for the inaugural category.
Indira Gandhi Peace Prize presented to COVID-19 warriors
• The Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development 2022 was jointly awarded to
the Indian Medical Association and the Trained Nurses Association of India as representatives of
the COVID-19 warriors in the country.
• Sonia Gandhi, is the head of the Indira Gandhi Memorial Trust.
Sheynnis Palacios from Nicaragua crowned Miss Universe 2023
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• Nicaragua’s Sheynnis Palacios has been announced as the winner of the Miss Universe 2023 title
in a grand event that was held at the Jose Adolfo Pineda Arena in San Salvador, El Salvador
• Sheynnis Palacios, who is the first Nicaraguan woman to win Miss Universe.
• She was crowned by Miss Universe 2022 - USA’s R'Bonney Gabriel.
U.P. won the ‘best state’ award for inland fisheries
• Uttar Pradesh has won an award for inland fisheries (plain areas) and will receive it at Global
Fisheries Conference-2023 place in Delhi on November 21 and 22.
• November 21 is also celebrated as World Fisheries Day.
• As of now, 31 projects are being implemented under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana
in U.P.
• Fishermen Accident Insurance Scheme has benefited 1,16,159 fishermen in U.P.
GAIL wins two awards at the Asian Oil and Gas Awards event
• GAIL has got the Asian Oil and Gas Awards for reduction in LNG shipping cost and emissions and
for the installation of the first floating Compressed Natural Gas station at Varanasi.
• “Midstream Project of the Year – India” award and “The Innovation Award – India” has been
bagged by Gas Authority of India Limited.
Bina Agarwal and David Barkin conferred 2023 Kenneth Boulding Award
• Bina Agarwal, a professor at the University of Manchester, received the Kenneth Boulding Award
in Ecological Economics along with David Barkin in Colombia.
• The International Society for Ecological Economics presented the award for their significant
contributions to ecological economics, focusing on environmental governance, agrarian change,
and social equity in developing countries.
Singer Suresh Wadkar named for Maharashtra's 'Lata Mangeshkar Award'
• The Maharashtra government has selected veteran playback singer and National Award winner
Suresh Wadkar for its prestigious ‘Gansamragini Lata Mangeshkar Award’ for 2023.
• A Sangeet Natak Akademi laureate (2018), Wadkar, 68, will be presented with a cash prize, a
commendation and a memento as part of the award.
HDFC Life won Golden Peacock Award for Excellence
• HDFC Life, one of India's leading life insurers, has won the prestigious Golden Peacock Award for
Excellence in Corporate Governance for the year 2023.
• The Golden Peacock Awards Secretariat, Institute of Directors, India, adjudged the Awards under
the Chairmanship of Hon'ble Justice M. N. Venkatachaliah, former Chief Justice of India.
"Airgun Surrender Abhiyan" highlighted in UNESCO’s Intl. Conference
• Airgun Surrender Abhiyan initiative of Arunachal Pradesh Govt selected as India’s best success
story on wildlife conservation to present in UNESCO’s International Conference on Biosphere
Reserves, held at Sabah, Malaysia.
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• Under the scheme, people were invited to voluntarily surrender their Airguns and licensed guns to
stop the use of these guns to kill birds and other wild animals.
Apolinaris D’Souza to be conferred with 19th Kalakar Puraskar Award
• Singer, songwriter and composer Apolinaris D’Souza has been chosen for the 19th ‘Kalakar
Puraskar’ presented by Mandd Sobhann, in association with ‘Carval Ghorane’.
• This honour, comprising of Rs 50,000 cash, a shawl, fruits, flowers, citation of honour and a
memento will be presented on November 5, during the 263rd monthly theatre at Kalaangann,
Shakthinagar.
Dvara E-Registry wins WEF's Smarter Climate Farmers Challenge
• Dvara E-Registry, known for agricultural tech innovation, has been named a winner in the World
Economic Forum's Smarter Climate Farmers Challenge, underscoring its role in sustainable
farming.
• The challenge sought solutions for knowledge enhancement, resource efficiency, sustainability,
inclusive technology, and innovative financing, with Dvara E-Registry standing out amongst 246
entries.
IIET announced winners of the 3rd Edition of the IET India Awards
• The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) concluded the third edition of the IET India
Awards, recognizing exceptional talent across seven categories in the Indian engineering
landscape.
• Kris Gopalakrishnan, Co-Founder of Infosys, was recognized with the IET India Lifetime
Achievement Award due to his immense contributions to the technology sector.
Architects Studio A+S clinch Bronze Trophy at APSDA Awards 2023
• Studio A+S, a distinguished architectural firm based in Surat, comprising Ashish Patel, Sagar Shah,
and Husain Cinemawala, has been bestowed with the prestigious Bronze Trophy in the Food and
Beverage category at the APSDA Awards 2023.
• The accolade was conferred for their outstanding "Zero - The Restaurant" project at the Kuala
Lumpur Convention Centre in Malaysia.
JioMart becomes 'co-powered by' partner at Dadasaheb Phalke IFF Awards
• Mumbai is set to host Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards 2024, a tribute to
luminaries of Indian cinema, and it's co-powered by JioMart.
• The prestigious award ceremony, celebrating the Film and Entertainment Industry, will occur on
20th February 2024.
• JioMart is known for its trustworthy services, cross-category product catalogue, and efficient
delivery,
Song on Millets featuring PM Modi nominated for Grammy award
• A song on millets featuring Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been nominated for a Grammy
award in the best global music performance category.
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• The song "Abundance in Millets" celebrates the International Year of the Millets, which was
declared by the United Nations this year.
• It is composed by Mumbai-born singer-songwriter Falguni Shah and her husband and singer
Gaurav Shah.
Dr. Somdutta Singh Presented with Coveted Champions of Change Award
• Seasoned entrepreneur Dr. Somdutta Singh has been bestowed the prestigious “Champions of
Change Award” by the Interactive Forum on Indian Economy, for her exemplary work in
entrepreneurship, innovation, and social development.
• The award was presented to her in the form of a Gold Medal and a Citation by the Governor of
Karnataka, Shri Thawad Chand Gehlot.
EPFO Regional Office Jammu gets Bhavishya Nidhi Award
• EPFO Regional Office, Jammu has received a Bhavishya Nidhi Award-2023 in the category of
“Best Nidhi Aapke Nikat 2.0 Campaign” at a function held in New Delhi by EPFO Head Office.
• The award was presented to Rizwan Uddin, Regional PF Commissioner – I, Jammu & Kashmir and
Ladakh by Rameshwar Teli, Minister of State, Labour and Employment, Petroleum and Natural
Gas, Government of India.
Rangiya & Mariani Rly Stations achieve Eat Right Station Certification
• The Rangiya and Mariani Railway Stations of Northeast Frontier Railway in Assam have been
awarded 'Eat Right Station' certification by FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India)
in recognition of providing high-quality, nutritious food to passengers.
• This certification is awarded by FSSAI to railway stations that set benchmarks for providing safe
and wholesome food to passengers.
Serena Williams to receive Fashion Icon award at CFDA Fashion Awards
• Serena Williams is receiving the Fashion Icon award at the 2023 CFDA Fashion Awards presented
by Amazon Fashion.
• The tennis champion is the first athlete to receive this prestigious award.
• Williams, who smashed countless records during her career, is one of the greatest tennis players
of all time, an entrepreneur, philanthropist and designer.
Christopher D'Souza to receive Kalakar Puraskar
• The core committee of Mandd Sobhann has chosen Christopher D’Souza of Neenasam for the
11th Kalakar Puraskar.
• Christopher D’Souza is a young Konkani theatre artiste and director who has graduated from
Neenasam and now trains artistes and directs plays for Kalakul – the theatre repertory.
• For his contribution in taking Konkani theatre to great heights, the committee has chosen her for
this.
Shiv Nadar tops philanthropy list with ₹2,042-crore donations
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• Shiv Nadar, founder of HCL Technologies, has retained the top spot as the leading Indian
philanthropist, donating ₹2,042 crore annually, according to a report.
• Azim Premji, Mukesh Ambani, and Kumar Mangalam Birla also feature in the top four positions.
• The top 10 philanthropists collectively donated ₹5,806 crore in 2022-23.
T Padmanabhan selected for Kerala's highest civilian award
• Eminent writer T Padmanabhan has been awarded the prestigious Kerala Jyothi Award for his
remarkable contributions to literature.
• Retired Justice M Fathima Beevi was selected for her contributions to social service and civil
service.
• Nataraja Krishnamoorthy was recognised for his accomplishments in the field of arts, both
receiving the Kerala Prabha Award.
UST wins 2023 Mahatma Awards for impactful CSR initiatives
• Leading digital transformation solutions company UST has won the 2023 Mahatma Awards for
sustainable and impactful contributions to corporate social responsibility in areas such as
education, health, livelihood, environment, and disaster relief.
• An initiative of the Aditya Birla Group, the award was presented on Mahatma Gandhi’s birth
anniversary.
Deenanath Rajput awarded 2nd Rohini Nayyar prize
• Deenanath Rajput, a former software engineer, was awarded the 2nd Rohini Nayyar prize for his
significant contributions to the empowerment of tribal women in Bastar, Chhattisgarh.
• Rajput, after a brief stint in the software industry, decided to venture into social work and founded
a women-only Farmers' Producer Organisation in the Naxal-affected regions of Bastar.
Vihaan Talya Vikas wins ‘Wildlife Photographer of the Year’ award
• Vihaan Talya Vikas, a remarkable 10-year-old from Bengaluru, has made headlines by clinching
the top prize in his category at the renowned Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition.
• Held in the heart of London, this prestigious competition is organized by the Natural History
Museum, is often referred to as the 'Oscars of Photography.'
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Banking Current Affairs

RBI slaps penalties totaling ₹10.34 crore on Citibank, BoB and IOB
• The Reserve Bank of India on 24 November slapped penalties totalling ₹10.34 crore on Citibank,
Bank of Baroda, and Indian Overseas Bank for contravention of norms.
• The apex bank regulatory body clarified that the action is based on the deficiencies in regulatory
compliance and is not intended to pronounce upon the validity of any transaction entered into
by the bank with its customers.
Reserve Bank supersedes Abhyudaya Coop Bank's Board
• The Reserve Bank has superseded the Board of Directors of Abhyudaya Cooperative Bank Limited
and appointed the former Chief General Manager of State Bank of India, Mr. Satya Prakash
Pathak as its Administrator.
• Administrator will manage the bank’s affairs for a period of 12 months.
• Committee of Advisors to assist the Administrator in discharging his duties has also been
appointed.
SBI to soon launch 'Yono Global' app in Singapore and US
• State Bank of India (SBI) will soon launch its banking mobile app ‘Yono Global’ in Singapore and
the US, offering digitalized remittance and other services to its customers.
• Currently, SBI offers Yono Global services in 9 countries, starting with the UK operations in
September 2019.
• SBI's foreign operations have a total balance sheet size of USD 78 billion.
SOUTH INDIAN BANK AND ENACTUS IIT DELHI HOST THE GRAND FINALE
• South Indian Bank (SIB), in collaboration with Enactus IIT Delhi, proudly announced the winners
of its esteemed hackathon competition — SIB Finathon. SIB Finathon aligns with the bank's
commitment to fostering next-generation banking that encompasses innovation and the
adoption of cutting-edge technology.
• SIB is a leading Kerala-based Private sector bank with a nationwide presence.
SBI authorised to issue & encash Electoral Bonds through 29 branches
• The Electoral Bonds shall be valid for 15 calendar days from the date of issue and no payment
shall be made to any payee Political Party if it is deposited after expiry of that period.
• Electoral bond deposited by an eligible Political Party in its account shall be credited on the same
day.
• Those political parties registered under RP Act 1951 shall be eligible to accept electoral bonds.
Reliance & SBI Card tie-up to launch lifestyle-focused credit card
• SBI Card has tied up with Reliance Retail to launch the Reliance SBI Card credit card, giving
customers who shop at its retail outlets access to rewards and benefits.
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• Customers shopping at Reliance Retail's fashion & lifestyle, grocery, consumer electronics,
pharma, furniture, and jewellery, among others, will get rewards and benefits by using the Reliance
SBI Card.
HSBC, first foreign bank to give Electronic Bank Guarantee platform
• HSBC India, has introduced Electronic Bank Guarantee (E-BG) services to facilitate digitization of
trade finance.
• HSBC is the first foreign bank in the country to offer this facility which is made possible through
a collaboration with National E-Governance Services Ltd.
• E-BG platform simplifies and expedites the guarantee issuance process by introducing electronic
stamping and signing.
India First Life gets GIFT City IFSC Registration.
• It has received the registration to undertake life insurance business in the Gujarat International
Finance Tec (GIFT) City-International Financial Services Centre (IFSC).
• The organisation is all geared to embark on the journey, once the necessary formalities are in
place.
• IndiaFirst Life is proud to be the first Indian life insurance company to receive the GIFT City IFSC
registration.
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Books and Authors Current Affairs

"Mapping of the Archives" Book launched at IGNCA
• IGNCA's Kalanidhi Division organized a book launch for ‘Mapping of the Archives in India.’
• The book is authored by Prof. Ramesh Chandra Gaur & Vismay Basu.
• The event also witnessed the launch of an e-Catalogue, chaired by Shri Ram Bahadur Rai,
President of the IGNCA Trust, and the guest of honor included Shri Satyananda Mishra and Mr.
Hezekiel Dlamini.
A book Thread By Thread on the life of Shambhu Kumar Kasliwal
• Often called the fabric of the nation, S.Kumars, one of the most enduring brands in the country
since 1948, turns 75 in 2023.
• A book, Thread by Thread, on the life of Shambhu Kumar or 'the' S Kumar will be released by Kapil
Dev, on November 24, 2023 at The Palace Halls, NSCI, Mumbai.
• The book has been written by noted journalist and author Sathya Saran and published by Penguin
Random House.
Vice president released a book on Indian Maritime Security
• The book 'Building Partnerships: India and International Cooperation for Maritime Security' is
authored by Captain Himadri Das.
• Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar released this book at the “Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue” at
Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi on November 15.
• Capt. Himadri Das is pursuing PhD in Defence and Strategic Studies from Naval War College, is
an officer of Indian Navy.
Salman Rushdie: First-ever ‘Lifetime Disturbing the Peace Award
• World-renowned author Salman Rushdie has been awarded the first-ever 'Lifetime Disturbing the
Peace Award' by the Vaclav Havel Center.
• The Havel center, founded in 2012 as the Vaclav Havel Library Foundation, is named for the Czech
playwright and dissident who became the last president of Czechoslovakia after the fall of the
Communist regime in the late 1980s.
HarperCollins India presents Kashmir: Book 3 of The Partition Trilogy
• Book 3 of The Partition Trilogy by Manreet Sodhi Someshwar.
• Kashmir is the thrilling conclusion to The Partition Trilogy that began with Lahore and continued
with Hyderabad.
• Backed by astute research, The Partition Trilogy captures the frenzy of Indian independence, the
Partition and the accession of the states, and takes readers back to a time of great upheaval and
churn.
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Nandini Das wins British Academy Book Prize for Cultural Understanding
• India-born author Nandini Das has been named the winner of the 2023 British Academy Book
Prize for Global Cultural Understanding, for her book ‘Courting India: England, Mughal India and
the Origins of Empire'.
• Das is a Professor of English literature at the University of Oxford.
• The winning book is her debut and describes the role of the British and Mughals in transforming
India's history.
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Business and Economy Current Affairs

World Bank funded for new project on agriculture research
• World Bank-funded National Agricultural Higher Education Project and Indian Agricultural
Research Project New Delhi, Modern Agricultural Science Technology Center for Climate Adapted
Agriculture and Water Management launched at Mahatma Phule Agricultural University, Rahuri
in Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra.
• Under this project, the faculty working will be trained on new technologies.
Blod+: India’s First On-Demand Blood Logistics Platform
• Blod.in introduces Blod+, a transformative healthcare software and logistics platform.
• This innovation is set to revolutionize blood management and delivery in India, addressing
significant blood wastage in healthcare facilities.
• Varun Nair is CEO and Co-founder.
ADB granted $6.5 million for clean cooking in rural India
• This initiative is strengthened by a $3.25 million first-loss liquidity reserve provided by the Climate
Innovation and Development Fund, which is managed by Asian Development Bank.
• The loan of $6.5 million is for the Greenway Grameen Infra Private Limited for the production and
dissemination of 1 million improved cookstoves across the rural expanses of Madhya Pradesh and
Odisha.
Goldman Sachs sees India GDP growth at 6.3% in 2024
• In the ‘India 2024 outlook’, Goldman Sachs said that repeated supply side shocks are likely to
keep headline inflation above 5.1% in 2024.
• Goldman Sachs expects the Indian economy to grow at 6.3 per cent in 2024 riding on macro-
economic resilience compared to its peers in the Asia Pacific region.
• It said, 600 Bn FOREX keeps the RBI confident to drive the economy in stable manner.
SEBI unveiled Investor Risk Reduction Access platform
• The Securities and Exchange Board of India officially launched the Investor Risk Reduction Access
platform at the Bombay Stock Exchange.
• According to the Bombay Stock Exchange media release, this innovative platform is poised to
revolutionize the investor experience by addressing potential risks arising from technical glitches
at Trading Member ends.
Indian e-commerce exports to touch $200 bn in next 6-7 years: DGFT
• Santosh Kumar Sarangi, DG, DGFT, mentioned that the growth will be supported by significant
product diversity, product innovation, and the ability of Indian entrepreneurs to understand the
requirements of specific markets and offer customised products.
• DG, DGFT also emphasised that consistency and transparency are crucial for achieving growth
in the sector.
IndusInd Bank goes live with RuPay Credit Card on UPI
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• IndusInd Bank goes live with RuPay Credit Card on UPI with the launch of ‘IndusInd Bank Platinum
RuPay Credit Card’, in collaboration with the National Payments Corporation of India.
• With the integration of IndusInd Bank’s RuPay credit card on UPI, individuals can make
transactions seamlessly on both online and offline platforms and earn accelerated rewards on
their UPI transactions.
Fintech firm InCred 2nd unicorn in ’23 after Zepto
• InCred Holdings, the parent company of InCred Financial Services, has become a unicorn, valued
at over $1 billion, after successfully raising Rs 500 crore from a group of investors.
• Incred is the second startup to enter the Indian unicorn club in 2023 after quick commerce
platform Zepto.
• InCred Finance’s loan book has grown to Rs 7,500 crore, a CAGR of 50% over the last three years.
India’s overall exports in October 2023 estimated at USD 62.26 Billion
• It is an increase of 9.43 percent over USD 56.90 Billion in October 2022.
• Merchandise Exports in October 2023 registered 6.21 percent growth at USD 33.57 over USD 31.60
Billion in October 2022.
• The estimated services export for April-October 2023 is USD 192.65 Billion as compared to USD
181.37 Billion in April-October 2022, projecting to grow by 6.22 percent.
Over 18.88 lakh new workers enrolled under ESI scheme in September
• Over nine lakh young employees, upto the age group of 25 years, constitute the majority of new
registrations.
• Gender-wise analysis of payroll data indicates that net enrolment of female members was 3.51
lakh in September.
• The data shows that 61 transgender employees have also been registered under ESI Scheme in
September.
India’s overall exports in October 2023 estimated at USD 62.26 Billion
• India’s overall exports in October 2023 estimated at USD 62.26 Billion; an increase of 9.43 percent
over USD 56.90 Billion in October 2022.
• Merchandise Exports in October 2023 registered 6.21 percent growth at USD 33.57 over USD 31.60
Billion in October 2022.
• Overall Trade Deficit during April-October reduces by 35.86 percent from USD 89.86 Billion in
2022 to USD 57.64 Billion in 2023.
SBI economists remarked: India's unemployment at record low
• India's unemployment rate is at a record low and the country's labour market is undergoing a
structural transformation, a SBI report said.
• In the new report, the economists at the country's largest lender SBI also pitched for a
"reinterpretation of old fashioned rhetoric" while looking at a subject like employment.
Goldman Sachs upgrades India stocks, cuts rating on China’s
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• Goldman Sachs has upgraded its outlook on Indian equities, citing the stock market’s strategic
appeal that is driven by the large domestic market of the fast-growing economy amid a global
slowdown.
• Goldman Sachs sees the largely domestic-oriented growth providing investors with a diverse
array of "alpha-generating themes", including initiatives such as 'Make-in-India.'
GeM gets Gross Merchandise Value of ₹2 Lakh Cr in eight months
• GeM witnesses significant growth in average GMV per day reaching more than ₹850 crore per
day in current Financial Year.
• Within the constellation of contributors to this momentous GMV achievement in the current
financial year, the substantial role played by Central entities, including Central Public Sector
Enterprises, has been truly outstanding, constituting an overwhelming 83% of the total.
Forex reserves surge by 4.672 billion to 590.783 billion US Dollars
• This figure has been declared by RBI.
• This increase took it to a seven-week high mark.
• RBI further said that foreign currency assets rose by 4.392 billion US Dollars.
• The overall value of the gold held was up by 200 million at 46.123 billion US Dollars.
• The country’s special drawing rights increased by 64 million to 17.975 billion US Dollars.
GST collections FY2023-24 are Rs. 12.37 lakh crore, growth of 17.59%
• The provisional figures of Direct Tax collections up to 09th November, 2023 continue to register
steady growth.
• The Gross Direct Tax collections are at Rs.12 lakh crore, which is 17.59% higher than the gross
collections for the corresponding period of last year.
• Direct Tax collection stands at Rs.10.6 lakh crore which is 21.8% higher than net collections of last
year.
MSME Sector Crosses 15 Crore+ Employment Mark
• The MSME sector has achieved a significant milestone by generating over 15 crore employment
opportunities.
• This remarkable achievement was announced by Union Minister for Micro, Small and Medium
Enterprises (MSMEs) Shri Narayan Rane.
• Over 3 Crore MSME Units were registered on Udyam Portal.
• Out of total 15 crore employed people, 3.4 crore are women.
NHAI Accepts First Insurance Surety Bond
• To boost liquidity and capacity of bidders, NHAI has accepted Insurance Surety Bond for the
monetization program of the upcoming bid of Toll Operate Transfer.
• This is being utilized as a Bank Guarantee in the road infrastructure sector for monetization of
bids.
• NHAI has been working closely with Highway Operators Association of India, SBI General
Insurance and AON India Insurance for this.
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Moody's retains India's 2023 growth forecast at 6.7%

• Moody's Investors Service retained India's economic growth forecast for 2023 at 6.7 per cent and
said strong domestic demand will likely sustain the growth in the near term.
• With exports remaining weak against an unfavourable global economic backdrop, Moody's in its
Global Macroeconomic Outlook 2024-25 said sustained domestic demand growth is propelling
India's economy.
RBI offers option to send Rs 2,000 notes for Direct Bank A\C credit
• Individuals can now send their Rs 2,000 banknotes to RBI's regional offices via insured post,
allowing for direct credit to their bank accounts.
• This initiative is particularly beneficial for those who cannot personally visit the RBI's regional
offices.
• To streamline the process, RBI has also introduced a Triple Lock Receptacle form for the deposit
of Rs 2,000 banknotes into bank accounts.
RBI to regulate cross-border payment facilitators
• The Reserve Bank of India will directly regulate firms engaged in cross-border payment
transactions for the import and export of goods and services.
• This regulatory step aims to combat the practice of small-scale imports of restricted items
through international e-commerce platforms.
• RBI has introduced specific requirements for Payment Aggregator-Cross Border (PA-CB) entities.
GST collections rise 13% to Rs 1.72 trillion in October
• This is the second-highest gross GST revenue collection next to April month of this financial year.
• Out of the total gross GST, ₹30,062 crore is CGST, ₹38,171 crore is SGST, ₹91,315 crore is IGST and
₹12,456 crore is cess.
• The total revenue of Centre and the States in October stood at ₹72,934 crore for CGST and
₹74,785 crore for SGST.
Services sector activity in India hits 7-month low in October
• The services sector growth in India fell to a seven-month low in October on softer increase in
output and new business, amid competitive conditions and price pressures, a monthly survey.
• The seasonally adjusted S&P Global India Services PMI Business Activity Index fell to 58.4 in
October, from a 13-year high of 61 in September, signalling the slowest rate of expansion since
March.
RBI launches two key surveys for monetary policy inputs.
• The Reserve Bank of India has announced the introduction of two crucial surveys - the 'Inflation
Expectations Survey of Households' and the 'Consumer Confidence Survey.'
• They're aimed at gathering essential data for the upcoming bi-monthly monetary policy.
• The 'Inflation Expectations Survey of Households' is designed to capture subjective assessments
on price movements and inflation.
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Defence Current Affairs

Cochin Shipyard: 3 anti-submarine warfare ships for Indian Navy launch
• The first of the three ships in a series of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) shallow water crafts
being built by the Cochin Shipyard for the Indian Navy were launched.
• The ships will be named INS Mahe, INS Malvan and INS Mangrol upon commissioning into the
Navy.
• The shipyard inked the contract with the Ministry of Defence to build a total of eight ASW vessels
in 2019.
MAHASAGAR: Indian Navy's outreach initiative
• MAHASAGAR also another word for vast ocean, is the Indian Navy's outreach initiative for a high
level virtual interaction between Maritime Heads for Active Security And Growth for All in the
Region.
• The maiden edition of the high level virtual interaction MAHASAGAR was hosted by the Indian
Navy on 29 November 2023.
• Theme: 'Collective Maritime Approach towards Countering Common Challenges'
Rajnath Singh inaugurates 40th Coast Guard Commanders’ Conference
• Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh inaugurates 40th Coast Guard Commanders’ Conference in
New Delhi.
• The three-day conference aims at addressing contemporary maritime challenges and fortifying
the country’s coastal surveillance mechanisms.
• The conference is held annually, where all the officers put forth the roadmap for the future and
discuss various policy and strategic issues.
ICGS Sajag arrived Muscat, Oman for overseas deployment to West Asia
• Indian Coast Guard Ship Sajag arrived at Port Sultan Qaboos, Muscat, for a three-day visit to
strengthen maritime ties with the Royal Oman Police Coast Guard.
• The visit includes onboard training, search and rescue exercises, meetings with Omani officials.
• ICGS Sajag's visit promotes India's maritime vision, "SAGAR- Security and Growth for All in the
Region," championed by PM Narendra Modi.
INDIAN NAVY OPERATIONAL DEMONSTRATION 2023 AT SINDHUDURG
• Indian Navy will display its operational prowess and capabilities through an 'Operational
Demonstration' covering a spectrum of naval operations by the ships and aircraft at the iconic
Sindhudurg Fort on the western seaboard of India on 4 December 2023.
• The event, hosted by Admiral R Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff.
• Navy Day is celebrated to commemorate "Operation Trident".
MoD inks contract with BHEL to procure 16 Super Rapid Gun Mount
• The Ministry of Defence has signed a contract with Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited Haridwar for
procurement of 16 SRGM for Indian Navy at a cost of ₹2956.89 Cr.
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• The upgraded SRGM will be manufactured by M/s BHEL at its Haridwar Plant.
• It is a medium caliber anti-missile/anti aircraft point defence weapon system which provides a
sustained rate of fire and high accuracy.
Crest of Project 15B guided missile destroyer Yard 12706 unveiled
• The crest of Yard 12706 (Imphal), the third amongst the four Project 15B stealth guided missile
destroyers, was unveiled by Defence Min. Rajnath Singh,with Manipur CM Shri N Biren Singh, in
New Delhi.
• .The unveiling of Imphal’s crest, adorned with the Kangla Palace and ‘Kangla-Sa’ is a tribute to
the sacrifice made by the people of Manipur towards India’s independence.
ICG conducted National Level Pollution Response Exercise in Gujarat
• The 9th National Level Pollution Response Exercise (NATPOLREX-IX) was conducted by the Indian
Coast Guard.
• It took place on 25 Nov 2023 off Vadinar, Gujarat.
• DG Rakesh Pal, DG of Indian Coast Guard, and the Chairman NOSDCP reviewed the
preparedness of all agencies during the exercise.
• The focus was on National Oil Spill Disaster Contingency Plan, and assurance of environmental
safeguards.
PITHORAGARH: INDIA- NEPAL JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE SURYA KIRAN- XVII
• The Nepal Army contingent comprising of 334 personnel arrived in India to participate in 17th
edition of Joint Military Exercise SURYA KIRAN.
• The exercise will be conducted in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand from 24th November to 07th
December 2023.
• It is an annual event and conducted alternatively in the two countries.
Inter Command Ocean Sailing Race flagged off at Kochi
• The 2nd edition of the Inter Command Ocean Sailing Race is flagged off from Kochi by Indian
Navy.
• This edition's race, featuring a mixed-gender crew, symbolises gender neutrality and equal
opportunity with 32 participants vying for the title in the challenging Arabian Sea.
• The race is set to demonstrate the participants' seamanship and navigational skills on a 360 nm
journey without engines.
Perth: 2nd edition of Joint Military Exercise AUSTRAHIND-23
• The Indian Armed Forces contingent comprising of 81 personnel departed for Australia to take
part in the second edition of Joint Military Exercise AUSTRAHIND-23.
• The exercise will be conducted at Perth, Australia from 22nd November to 06th December 2023.
• Exercise AUSTRAHIND was instituted in 2022 and the first edition was conducted in Mahajan,
Rajasthan.
Indian Navy, DRDO trial tests first indigenous Naval Anti-Ship Missile
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• Indian Navy in association with Defence Research and Development Organisation successfully
undertook Guided Flight Trials of the first indigenously developed Naval Anti-Ship Missile from
Seaking 42B helicopter.
• The trial test took place in Visakhapatnam.
• This is a step towards achieving self-reliance in niche missile technology, including seeker and
guidance technologies.
India-UK Electric Propulsion Capability Partnership held in New Delhi
• The 2nd India-UK Electric Propulsion Capability Partnership Joint Working Group meeting took
place in New Delhi on November 21, 2023.
• Electric Propulsion makes use of electrical power to accelerate a propellant by different possible
electrical and/or magnetic means.
• The use of electrical power enhances the propulsive performances of EP thrusters compared with
conventional chemical thrusters.
INDIA-USA JOINT EXERCISE VAJRA PRAHAR COMMENCES IN UMROI, MEGHALAYA
• 14th Edition of the Indo-US Joint Special Forces exercise “VAJRA PRAHAR 2023” commenced at
the Joint Training Node, Umroi.
• The US contingent is represented by personnel from the 1st Special Forces Group (SFG) of US
Special Forces.
• The Indian Army contingent is led by Special Forces personnel from the Eastern Command.
• The first edition was conducted in the year 2010 in India.
Missile Cum Ammunition Barge, LSAM 10 (yard 78) unveiled
• The launch of ‘Missile Cum Ammunition Barge, LSAM 10 (Yard 78)’, the fourth Barge of 08 x Missile
Cum Ammunition Barge project was undertaken on 20 Nov 23 at Guttenadeevi, Andhra Pradesh.
• The launching Ceremony was presided over by Cmde Shanmugam Sabesan, CRO.
• It has been built by MSME Shipyard, M/s SECON Engineering Projects Pvt Ltd (SEPPL),
Visakhapatnam for Indian Navy.
INDIAN NAVY OCEAN SAILING RACE 2023
• The Indian Navy has been at the forefront of Ocean Sailing in India.
• To encourage adventure at sea, an inter -Command Ocean Sailing Race from Kochi to Goa
conducted by the Indian Navy is scheduled from 22 - 26 Nov 23 under the aegis of Indian Naval
Sailing Association (INSA) based at Naval Headquarters (NHQ), New Delhi.
• The race is being organised by Headquarters, Southern Naval Command.
Indian Mos Defence Ajay Bhatt attended Dubai Air Show
• The Minister of State for Defence and Tourism, Ajay K Bhatt, is currently in Dubai for the Dubai
Air Show 2023, accompanied by a delegation of senior officials and experts from the defence
sector.
• Five Defence Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) - HAL, BDL, MIDHANI, DRDO, and BEL - are also
participating in the event.
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• The Minister engaged with experts from both sides, fostering collaboration.
18th November: Indian Army celebrated the 243th Corps of Engineers Day
• Indian Army is celebrating the 243th Corps of Engineers Day.
• Chief of the Army Staff Gen Manoj Pande has conveyed best wishes to all ranks, veterans and
families of the Corps on the occasion.
• The Corps of Engineers had three groups, i.e. Madras Sappers, Bengal Sappers and Bombay
Sappers which were amalgamated into the Corps on the 18th of November 1932.
‘Amini’, the 4th of 08 x ASW Shallow Water Craft launched
• Amini, the ASW Shallow Water Craft (SWC) Project is being built by M/s Garden Reach
Shipbuilders Ltd. for Indian Navy.
• The ship has been named Amini to signify the strategic maritime importance accorded to the
island of Amini at Lakshadweep, located about 400 Km west of Kochi.
• The contract for building eight ASW SWC ships was signed between GRSE and MoD.
Southern Naval Command commemorated birth centenary of Adm. Pereira
• Southern Naval Command conducted a two day Panel Discussions on Leadership to
commemorate the birth centenary of iconic Naval Leader Late Admiral Ronald Lynsdale 'Ronnie'
Pereira at Kochi.
• The Panel Discussions stimulated the audience on topics titled 'Ronnie Pereira - The Admiral, the
Man and a Leader with Credibility', 'Leadership - Different Strokes and 'Leadership at the Field
Level'.
321 Vizag Flight "Angels" of Indian Navy celebrates 51st Anniversary
• The guardian "Angels" of Vizag, 321 Vizag Flight of the Indian Navy celebrated 51st Anniversary.
• Based at INS Dega, the Flight consists of Chetak helicopters mandated to provide Search and
rescue cover on the Eastern seaboard.
• The men and machine of the "Angels" Flight have undertaken numerous life-saving missions both
at sea and over land, protecting precious lives.
INDIAN NAVY COMPLETES SECOND GULF OF GUINEA ANTI PIRACY PATROL
• INS Sumedha is on an Extended Range Operational Deployment and is currently operating in the
Atlantic Ocean along the West Coast of Africa.
• During this period, INS Sumedha operated in the Gulf of Guinea (GoG) undertaking a 31 days anti-
piracy patrol.
• This is the second such patrol being undertaken by the Indian Navy in this crucial maritime region.
INDIA - SRI LANKA JOINT EXERCISE MITRA SHAKTI – 2023 COMMENCED
• The ninth edition of Joint Military exercise “Exercise MITRA SHAKTI-2023” commenced in Aundh
(Pune).
• The exercise is being conducted from 16th to 29th November 2023.
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• The Indian contingent, of 120 personnel, is being represented mainly by troops from the MARATHA
LIGHT INFANTRY Regiment.
IAF to organize air show on Nov 23-24 at Ambala Air Force Station
• During the air show, Surya Kiran and Akashganga teams will showcase their skills in the sky
alongside the aircrafts of the Indian Air Force.
• Ambala Cantonment is a cantonment town in Ambala district in the state of Haryana, India. It is
200 km north of Delhi and 55 km southwest of Chandigarh.
• Orders have already been issued under Section 144 to prohibit flying near the Air Force station.
INFANTRY COMMANDERS’ CONFERENCE CONCLUDED AT THE INFANTRY SCHOOL,
MHOW
• 37th Infantry Commanders’ Conference was successfully conducted on 14th and 15th November
2023 at Infantry School, Mhow.
• This biennial conference was presided over by General Manoj Pande, Chief of the Army Staff.
• During the conference, the Infantry showcased its latest acquisitions in various arenas of lethality,
mobility, battlefield transparency, situational awareness and survivability.
India procuring Igla-S anti-aircraft missiles from Russia
• India is in the process of procuring a batch of Igla-S hand-held anti-aircraft missiles from Russia
to bolster the combat capability of the Army units deployed in various sensitive forward locations.
• India is also looking at production of the Russian missile systems in the country.
• The Army, Navy and the Indian Air Force already have Igla man-portable missiles in their
inventories.
INDIAN NAVY'S GUNNERY SYMPOSIUM 2023
• The Gunnery Symposium 2023 was conducted at INS Dronacharya, the Navy's Center for
Excellence in Gunnery and Missile Warfare under the aegis of Headquarters Southern Naval
Command.
• The theme for this year's Symposium was 'Emerging Technologies in Gunnery and Missile
Warfare.’
• Adm R Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff was the chief guest of the event.
Aatmanirbhar Air Arm of Indian Navy seminar-2023
• The Southern Naval Command, Kochi hosted a two day seminar, themed 'AatmaNirbhar Air Arm
of the Indian Navy 2023', from 13-14 Nov 23.
• The event is being conducted under the aegis of Headquarters Naval Aviation. Admiral R Hari
Kumar, Chief of Naval Staff presided over the seminar as Chief Guest.
• The occasion presented awards to various naval squadrons and flights for their performances.
INDO-PACIFIC REGIONAL DIALOGUE 2023 held in New Delhi
• The annual apex-level international conference of the Indian Navy – the Indo-Pacific Regional
Dialogue (IPRD) – will be held in New Delhi from 15 to 17 November 2023.
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• The overarching theme of IPRD-2023 is “Geopolitical Impacts upon Indo-Pacific Maritime Trade
and Connectivity”.
• This year’s edition of the IPRD builds upon ‘Operationalising the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative.’
Rear Admiral Praveen Nair took over as fleet commander of Sword arm
• Indian Navy's 'Sword Arm', Western Fleet, saw a leadership transition on 10 Nov 2023, with Rear
Admiral CR Praveen Nair taking command.
• Rear Admiral Nair, commissioned in 1991, has held key roles at Naval HQ.
• As a specialist in Communication and Electronic Warfare, Admiral Nair has served on several
Naval Ships and held integral roles in both Western and Eastern Fleets.
HAL sign ToT with CSIR-NAL for BMI Engine Production of LCA-Tejas Mk1A
• Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd signed a Transfer of Technology agreement with CSIR-National
Aerospace Laboratories for the manufacturing of BMI Engine Bay Door for the series production
of LCA - Tejas Mk1A.
• CSIR-NAL said, it has developed manufacturing process technology of High Temperature
Resistant Co-cured Composite Structures using Carbon-BMI Prepreg for the engine bay door.
Annual Navy Education Society conference - 2023 held at Porbandar
• The Annual NES Conference 2023 was chaired by Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan at
Porbandar, on 9-10 Nov.
• Key NES committee meetings discussed the policy framework for Naval Schools and the
implementation of NEP 2020
• Naval Kindergartens represented for the first time in history at the conference.
• Chairman NES awarded Rolling Trophies to top-performing schools and applauded NCSs’
performance
The Indian Navy quiz - "THINQ : Sail Beyond Horizon"
• The Indian Navy and Navy Wellness and Welfare Association are conducting a quiz competition
for school children as part of Navy Week activities.
• Christened “The Indian Navy Quiz – THINQ”, the 2023 edition of the quiz has acquired global
reach.
• The event is also being called the G20 THINQ.
• The event is being conducted at national and international levels in Mumbai and New Delhi.
INS Sumedha makes goodwill visit to Namibia
• Indigenously made Indian Naval Ship, INS Sumedha, is on a goodwill visit to Namibia's Walvis
Bay from November 10th to 13th.
• The Indian Navy said that INS Sumedha was part of an ongoing extended range Op Deployment.
• It added, interaction with Namibian government functionaries, military officials as well as cross
deck visit were undertaken.
4th edition of BONGOSAGAR-23, 5th edition of CORPAT held at Vizag
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• The 4th edition of the Bilateral Exercise between the Indian Navy and Bangladesh Navy,
BONGOSAGAR-23, and the 5th edition of Coordinated Patrol (CORPAT) by the two navies were
held at Visakhapatnam.
• Indian Navy Ships Kuthar, Kiltan and Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA) Dornier participated in the
exercise.
• CORPAT-23 also included the maiden Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief drills.
Indian Navy commences 14th Special Forces, Diving Refresher Camp
• The Indian Navy Mobile Training Team of Marine Commandos, also known as MARCOS, and
divers have commenced the 14th edition of Special Forces & Diving Refresher Camp for the
Mauritius Police Force.
• The camp is currently happening at Port Louis in Mauritius.
• India has longstanding relations with Mauritius, an island nation in the Western Indian Ocean,
owing to historical & cultural reasons.
IAF contingent inducted for the Dubai Air Show 2023
• The Indian Air Force is participating in the 2023 Dubai Airshow with an indigenous contingent
including the LCA Tejas and ALH Dhruv.
• Opening ceremony on the 13th November will feature performances by IAF, showcasing Indian
aviation industry advances.
• LCA Tejas will participate in both static and aerial displays, whereas Sarang Display Team will
demonstrate formation aerobatics.
Saab's becomes first foreign defence company to get 100% FDI nod
• In a landmark development, Swedish defence giant Saab has achieved a significant milestone by
becoming the first foreign company to secure 100 per cent Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)
approval for a defence project in India.
• Saab has been given the green light to establish a new manufacturing facility in India, which will
focus on producing shoulder-fired rockets.
Army Aviation to phase out Cheetah, Chetak helicopters from 2027
• The Army Aviation Corps is currently operating around 190 Chetak, Cheetah and Cheetal
helicopters which were introduced in 1976-1977.
• Thus the helicopters require immediate modernization.
• Induction of around 100 light utility helicopters (LUH) is planned for replacement.
• Leasing additional helicopters is also under consideration to meet operational needs.
8th edition of ‘Vizag Navy Marathon' held in Visakhapatnam
• Around 12,000 people took part in the Marathon organized by the Eastern Naval Command at
RK Beach Road in Visakhapatnam.
• The half-marathon was flagged off by Vice Admiral G Srinivasan, DGNP Vizag, with more than
1,600 runners.
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• The 10-km run, with more than 2,700 runners, was flagged off by Dr Ravishankar Commissioner
of Police.
MoD approves maternity, child care & adoption leave for women soldiers
• The decision is in line with the Raksha Mantri’s vision of inclusive participation of all women in the
Armed Forces, irrespective of their ranks.
• Maternity, Child Care and Child Adoption Leaves for women soldiers, sailors and air warriors in
the Armed Forces will be given at par with their officer counterparts.
• This is a crucial step for empowering the women especially in the combat roles.
Maritime Security Meeting between Indian & Sri Lankan navy takes place
• The 33rd edition of annual IMBL meeting between the representatives of Navies and Coast
Guards of India and Sri Lanka was held onboard INS Sumitra.
• It was held in Point Calimere at Palk Bay.
• The event helps to further enhance ties and synergy in operations.
• They discussed maritime security in the Palk Bay and Gulf of Mannar region, safety of fishermen,
measures to curtail trafficking etc.
CREST UNVEILING CEREMONY OF INDIAN NAVY’S PROJECT 15B WARSHIP “SURAT”
• The Crest of Indian Navy’s latest, indigenous under-construction, guided missile destroyer, ‘Surat’,
is scheduled to be unveiled by Shri Bhupendra Patel, the Chief Minister of Gujarat in presence of
Adm R Hari Kumar, the Chief of the Naval Staff, at a ceremony to be held in the city of Surat.
• Raksha Mantri, Shri Rajnath Singh had earlier launched this warship on 17 March 2022 at Mumbai.
"Project Kusha" of DRDO to revolutionize air defense capabilities
• The Project Kusha, is under the purview of the Defense Research and Development Organization
(DRDO).
• It seeks to establish a formidable three-layered defense system with the capability to neutralize
enemy aircraft and missiles from extended distances effectively.
• Valued at over $2.5 billion, this project has the potential to catapult India into an elite group of
nations having such system.
Indian Navy Sailing Championship 2023 to take place in Mumbai
• The Indian Navy’s most awaited and the largest sailing regatta, the Indian Navy Sailing
Championship, is set to take place at Mumbai from 05 Nov to 09 Nov 23.
• Indian Naval Watermanship Training Centre to host more than 100 pan-Navy participants.
• INSC is an annual event conducted under the aegis of Indian Naval Sailing Association.
Minuteman III missile test-launched by U.S. Air Force.
• The nuclear-capable Minuteman III is made by Boeing.
• It is key to the U.S. military’s strategic arsenal.
• The missile has a range of 6,000-plus miles (9,660-plus km) and can travel at a speed of about
15,000 miles per hour (24,000 kph).
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• About 400 of the missiles are located at Air Force bases in Wyoming, Montana and North Dakota.
Rajnath Singh inaugurates ‘India Manufacturing Show’ in Bengaluru
• Raksha Mantri inaugurated the event in Bengaluru, Karnataka on November 02, 2023.
• The show has been jointly organised by Laghu Udhyog Bharti & IMS Foundation and supported
by Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence.
• The theme of the event is ‘Make in India, Make for the World’.
• Rajnath Singh also underlined the ability of small industries to adapt to the requirement changes.
LCH Prachand successfully carries out inaugural firing.
• The Army’s Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) Prachand successfully carried out inaugural firing of
70 mm rockets and 20 mm turret guns both by day and night.
• Both the Army and the Air Force have inducted the indigenous LCH and a bigger deal for 156 LCH
is awaiting the government approval.
• This multi-role light attack helicopter is designed and manufactured by the Hindustan
Aeronautics Limited.
Army Chief extend greetings to Army Aviation Corps on 38th Raising Day
• The Army Aviation Corps is celebrating its 38th Raising Day today.
• One of the youngest corps of the Indian Army, Army Aviation was created as a separate arm on
1st November 1986.
• Over time the Corps has evolved into a decisive third dimensional manouvre arm, rendering a
definite combat edge to the field force commanders.
• Army chief Manoj Pande extended greetings to the Army Aviation Corps.
Indian Navy decommissions IL 38 SD long range Maritime Patrol Aircraft
• The Indian Navy's Ilyushin-38 Sea Dragon Long Range Maritime Patrol aircraft bid farewell after
46 years of glorious service to the nation.
• The decommissioning ceremony was held on 31 Oct 23 at INS Hansa, Dabolim.
• INAS 315 was commissioned on 01 Oct 1977 with the induction of IL-38 aircraft heralding a modern
era of airborne Long Range Maritime Reconnaissance and Anti-Submarine Warfare.
IAF Fighter Squadron converts from Mig-21 to Sukhoi-30 MKI.
• The No.4 Squadron of the Indian Air Force based at Air Force Station Uttarlai is converting from
the MiG-21 to the Su-30 MKI, marking a watershed moment in the history of the squadron which
was operating the MiG-21 since 1966.
• The MiG-21 was the first supersonic fighter in service of the IAF, inducted in 1963.
• The Migs are being phased out in order to upgrade the IAF warfare capabilities.
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Government Schemes and Policies Current Affairs

Urban Affairs Ministry launched the Amplifi 2.0 portal
• The Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has launched the Amplifi 2.0 portal to provide
raw data from Indian cities on a single platform for academics, researchers, and stakeholders,
aiming to support data-driven policymaking.
• The initiative, part of the Urban Outcomes Framework 2022, aims to streamline data across 14
sectors.
Central Sector Scheme for providing Drones to the Women SHG
• The Union Cabinet chaired by the PM, Narendra Modi has approved Central Sector Scheme for
providing Drones to the Women Self Help Groups (SHGs), with an outlay of Rs. 1261 Crore for the
period from 2024-25 to 2025-26.
• The scheme aims to provide drones to 15,000 selected Women SHGs during the period 2023-24
to 2025-2026 for providing rental services to farmers for agriculture purpose.
Cabinet approves Garib Kalyan food grain programme for another 5 years
• Union cabinet meeting, chaired by PM Narendra Modi, approved that the central government will
provide free grains to eligible citizens under the public distribution scheme for another five years.
• The PM Garib Kalyan Yojana was initially started during the start of the Covid pandemic, where
ration card holders were entitled to receive an additional five kg grains.
PM-Kisan Bhai scheme: New Scheme Aimed at breaking traders’ monopoly
• The Indian government is poised to launch the PM-Kisan Bhai (Bhandaran Incentive) scheme.
• It seeks to break the monopoly of traders in setting crop prices, giving farmers greater control
over their produce.
• At a total cost of ₹170 crore for 3 years, scheme to be launched on pilot basis in 7 States from this
fiscal.
Karnataka launches "Dr Puneeth Rajkumar Hrudaya Jyoti Yojana"
• The scheme seeks to install emergency devices in public places to cater to those suffering from
heart attacks within the crucial response time.
• Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao announced the scheme two days after the second death
anniversary of popular Kannada actor Puneeth Rajkumar, who died at the age of 46 following a
heart attack.
Prime Minister launches 'Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat)’
• The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi launched 'Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat)’ platform for
youth of the country on October 31st, at Kartavya Path on the National Unity Day.
• In a momentous decision on October 11, 2023, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Shri
Narendra Modi, gave its approval for the establishment of an autonomous body known as "Mera
Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat)."
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Days and Events Current Affairs

Day of Remembrance for all Victims of Chemical Warfare: 30th November
• THis day honors chemical war victims and emphasizes chemical usage eradication efforts.
• The journey to mitigate chemical warfare began in 1675 with a treaty banning poison bullets.
• Subsequent efforts led to the 1993 Chemical Weapons Convention.
• The United Nations declared this day in 2005 to honor victims, raise awareness about chemical
weapons, and emphasize peace and security.
International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian people: 29 Nov
• Pursuant to General Assembly resolution 32/40 B of 2 December 1977, the International Day of
Solidarity with the Palestinian People is observed annually on or around 29 November.
• Solemnly commemorated the adoption by the Assembly, on 29 November 1947, of resolution 181
(II), which provided for the partition of Palestine into two States.
Airports Authority of India observes Aviation Safety Awareness Week'23
• The country's largest airport operator and sole Air Navigation Service Provider, the Airports
Authority of India (AAI) is observing Aviation Safety Awareness Week 2023.
• The week-long celebration, is being observed at all airports and ANS locations managed by AAI
across India.
• Quarterly Safety Magazine "SAHAAS" launched.
• Sanjeev Kumar is the Chairman of AAI.
International Jaguar Day, 2023: 29th November
• International Jaguar Day was created to raise awareness about the increasing threats facing the
jaguar and the critical conservation efforts ensuring its survival across the world.
• International Jaguar Day celebrates the largest wild cat as an umbrella species for biodiversity
conservation and an icon for sustainable development and centuries-old cultural heritage.
Red Planet Day 2023: 28 November
• Red Planet Day is celebrated on November 28 as it commemorates the launch of the Spacecraft
Mariner 4 by NASA in 1964, which was the first craft to ever reach Mars.
• It took almost eight full months for the craft to reach the red planet, finally performing a fly-by
on July 14, 1965.
• Galileo Galilei was the first person to view Mars by using a telescope.
Diamond Jubilee of India’s first sounding rocket launch from Thumba
• The Diamond Jubilee of India’s first sounding rocket launch from Thumba in Kerala providentially
coincides with the year 2023 which saw the historic twin feats of Chandrayaan-3 and Aditya-L1
missions.
• On the occasion, Dr Jitendra Singh witnessed the ceremonial launch of a similar Sounding Rocket
undertaken from the Space pod where the original launch took place on November 21, 1963.
International Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women: 25th Nov
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• The campaign addressed at stopping violence against women runs for 16 days, starting on
November 25 and ending on December 10.
• It is a United Nations-designated day marked to create awareness of the different types of
violence faced by women, making better opportunities for women.
• On December 20, 1993, the UNGA adopted the Declaration on the Elimination of Violence against
Women.
National Milk Day 2023: 26th November
• Every year, National Milk Day is celebrated on November 26.
• This year, the special day falls on Sunday.
• National Milk Day commemorates the birth anniversary of Dr. Verghese Kurien, the architect of
India’s White Revolution.
• Dr Kurien also spearheaded the White Revolution which changed the milk landscape all together.
• It was done through Operation Flood in three phases.
Tributes paid to Ahom general Lachit on birth anniversary
• Assam is celebrating the 401 birth anniversary of one of the state’s greatest sons, 17th-century
Ahom general Lachit Borphukan.
• Unless the legendary 17th-century Ahom General had not inflicted a crushing defeat on the
Mughals in the 1671 Battle of Saraighat, the Northeast would almost certainly have different
characteristics.
Martyrdom Day of Guru Teg Bahadur: 24th November
• Today marks the martyrdom day of Guru Teg Bahadur, the ninth Sikh Guru, who stood up against
Mughal oppression and was executed under Aurangzeb's reign in 1675.
• He is revered for his teachings of sacrifice, advocating spirituality as a means to overcome greed.
• President Droupadi Murmu remembered the Guru on this day, highlighting his sacrifice for the
protection of human values.
World Heritage Week: November 19 to November 25
• World Heritage Week is observed every year from November 19 to November 25.
• The week aims to promote the conservation of culture and heritage across the globe.
• It celebrates the heritage sites recognised by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and
Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
• In India, the festival is observed by the Archaeological Survey of India.
PM Modi to visit Mathura to participate in Sant Mirabai Janmotsav
• Sant Mirabai was born in 23rd November, 1498.
• The program is being organised to mark the 525th Birth Anniversary of Sant Mirabai.
• During the event, the Prime Minister will also release a commemorative stamp and coin in honour
of Sant Mira Bai.
• Sant Meerabai was a 16th-century Hindu mystic poet and devotee of Krishna.
• She is a celebrated Bhakti saint.
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World Fisheries Day 2023: 21 November

• World Fisheries Day is observed annually on November 21st to raise awareness about the
importance of fisheries and advocates for sustainable fishing practices
• In 1997, the "World Forum of Fish Harvesters & Fish Workers" met in New Delhi, leading to the
establishment of the "World Fisheries Forum."
• Theme for 2023 “Build enabling policy environments for small-scale artisanal fisheries.”
Online Quiz: To commemorate Samvidhan Diwas (Constitution Day)
• To commemorate Samvidhan Diwas (Constitution Day), the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs
invites all to participate in the Constitution Quiz and Online Reading of the Preamble.
• Two Web Portals are Operational.
• One portal for “Online Reading of the Preamble to the Constitution” in 22 Official Languages and
English.
• Second Portal for “Online Quiz on “Bharat: Loktantra Ki Janani”.
World AMR Awareness Week 2023 (18 – 24 November 2023)
• The World AMR Awareness Week (WAAW) is a global campaign to raise awareness and
understanding of AMR and promote best practices among One Health stakeholders to reduce
the emergence and spread of drug-resistant infections.
• WAAW is celebrated from 18-24 November every year.
• The theme for WAAW 2023 will remain "Preventing antimicrobial resistance together", as in 2022.
World Television Day 2023: 21st November
• The first electric television was made in 1927 by Philo Taylor Farnsworth – an American inventor.
• In 1996, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) declared November 21 to be celebrated
every year as World Television Day.
• In 1996, on November 21 and November 22, the United Nations hosted the first-ever World
Television Forum.
Indira Gandhi’s birth anniversary celebrated: 19 November
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on her 106th
birth anniversary.
• Indira Gandhi served as India's third Prime Minister from 1966 to 1977 and again from 1980 until
her assassination in 1984.
• She was the country's first and only female prime minister.
Rani Lakshmibai birth anniversary: 19 November 1828
• November 19, the birth anniversary of Rani Lakshmibai, is celebrated as Martyr's Day in Jhansi to
honour the lives lost in the Rebellion of 1857.
• The Queen of Jhansi, Rani Lakshmibai, was famously known as Rani of Jhansi.
• Rani Lakshmibai was one of the leading figures of the Rebellion of 1857 which began on May 10,
1857.
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• She died on June 18, 1858, martyring her life for India's freedom.
Women's Entrepreneurship Day, observed annually on November 19
• Women's Entrepreneurship Day, observed annually on November 19, acknowledges the
accomplishments of women entrepreneurs and advocates for the advancement of women in their
business pursuits.
• This worldwide initiative, founded by the Women's Entrepreneurship Development Organization
(WEDO), has garnered participation from over 144 countries.
Africa Industrialization Day 2023: 20th November
• Every year on November 20th, Africa Industrialization Day is observed to raise awareness about
the challenges of African industrialization.
• Theme: “Accelerating Africa’s industrialization through the empowerment of African women in
processing for an integrated market.”
• On December 22, 1989, the United Nations General Assembly recognized November 20 as Africa
Industrialization Day.
World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims 2023: 19th November
• In September 2020, the UN General Assembly adopted resolution on "Improving global road
safety", proclaiming the Decade of Action for Road Safety 2021-2030.
• WHO and the UN regional commissions with other partners in the UN Road Safety Collaboration,
have developed a Global Plan for the Decade of Action.
• Theme for 2023 is "Remember. Support. Act."
World Children's Day 2023: 20th November
• The theme for World Children's Day (20 November) for the year 2023 is 'For every child, every
right.'
• World Children’s Day was first established in 1954 as Universal Children's Day.
• It is also the date in 1989 when the UN General Assembly adopted the Convention on the Rights
of the Child.
• According to UNICEF, World Children’s Day is a day for children, by children.
World Prematurity Day 2023: 17th November
• Premature birth can be the reason of infant deaths.
• Sometimes, babies born prematurely can be underdeveloped and also prone to severe infections.
• To raise awareness on the same, World Prematurity Day is observed every year.
• It also helps in creating conversations regarding improvement of health care facilities to address
such health concerns of preterm birth.
World Day of Healing from Child Abuse 2023: 18th November
• The United Nations has designated November 18 as the "World Day for the Prevention of and
Healing from Child Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Violence."
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• According to UN, 1 in 4 children aged under 5 years live with a mother who is a victim of intimate
partner violence.
• The theme for the day in 2023 is "Prevention, protection, and healing."
International Students Day 2023: 17th November
• International Students' Day celebrates the global student community and the challenges faced
by international students.
• It's a challenge to be an international student abroad.
• It takes courage to leave your family and home behind.
• International Students' Day is celebrated on November 17, the anniversary of the Nazi invasion of
a university in Prague in 1939.
Lala Lajpat Rai death anniversary: 17th November
• Lala Lajpat Rai led a peaceful protest in Lahore, which turned violent when the police lathi-
charged the crowd.
• In the ensuing clash, Lala Lajpat Rai sustained severe injuries and succumbed to them on
November 17, 1928.
• Bhagat Singh formed the Naujawan Sabha to avenge the death of Lala Lajpat Rai. He killed the
police officer, Saunders, to avenge the death of Lala Lajpat Rai.
National Epilepsy Day 2023: 17th November
• National Epilepsy Day is celebrated every year in India on November 17 to raise awareness around
the brain disorder and bust myths surrounding the disease.
• The day was first observed by the Epilepsy Foundation of India and was established by Dr Nirmal
Surya.
• The aim of this day was to help needy people who are not able to afford treatment and also to
bust myths surrounding epilepsy.
National Press Day: 16th November
• The day is observed on 16th November every year to commemorate a free and responsible press.
• It was on this day that the Press Council of India started functioning as a moral watchdog to
ensure that the press maintains high standards.
• The theme for National Press Day 2023 is “Media in the Era of Artificial Intelligence.”
International Day for Tolerance: 16th November
• The International Day for Tolerance is an annual observance day declared by UNESCO in 1995 to
generate public awareness of the dangers of intolerance.
• It is observed on 16 November every year.
• The declaration highlights that tolerance is important for peace and progress, encouraging
societies to recognise the importance of mutual respect and dialogue.
World Philosophy Day: 16th November
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• World Philosophy Day is an international day proclaimed by UNESCO to be celebrated every 3rd
Thursday of November.
• It was first celebrated on 21 November 2002.
• By celebrating World Philosophy Day each year, on the third Thursday of November, UNESCO
underlines the enduring value of philosophy for the development of human thought, for each
culture and for each individual.
World Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Day: 15th November
• Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) in collaboration with health care
professionals and patient groups worldwide observed November 15 as World Chronic Obstructive
Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Day.
• Its theme is ‘Breathing is Life, Act Earlier.’
• COPD is a preventable and treatable disease that causes breathlessness, chronic sputum
production and cough.
Gujarati Formation Day: 14 November
• Bestu Varas, also known as the Gujarati New Year, is usually celebrated a day after Diwali in the
month of Kartik.
• This year, Gujaratis around the world celebrated this day with joy on Tuesday, November 14.
• This day is observed on Pratipada Tithi of the Kartik month of Hindu calendar.
• In May 1, 1960, the state of Gujarat was formed from the north and west portions of Bombay
state.
14th November: Jawaharlal Nehru's birth anniversary, Childrens' day.
• Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru was born on 14 November 1889 in Allahabad, India.
• Children's Day or 'Bal Diwas' is celebrated annually on November 14 in India on the eve of Nehru's
birth anniversary.
• The day is celebrated to appreciate and acknowledge children as they are the future of the
county.
• Nehru was the Indian nationalist, freedom fighter and the first Prime Minister of India.
Public Service Broadcasting Day: 12th November 2023
• The day is celebrated every year to commemorate the first and last visit of Mahatma Gandhi to
the studio of the then All India Radio, Delhi, now Akashvani in 1947.
• Gandhi ji addressed the displaced people, who had temporarily settled at Kurukshetra in Haryana
after partition.
• To mark the occasion, Akashvani, Delhi organized a programme in its premises.
13 November: World Kindness Day 2023
• World Kindness Day is observed globally to promote and celebrate acts of kindness.
• World Kindness Day was first introduced by the World Kindness Movement (WKM) back in 1998.
• On November 13th, 1998, in Japan and Singapore, the first World Kindness Day was observed.
• The theme for the year 2023 is a powerful reminder – “Be Kind Wherever Possible.”
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12 November: World Pneumonia Day

• World Pneumonia Day was first observed on 12 November 2009, under the "Stop Pneumonia"
initiatives by Global Coalition Against Child Pneumonia
• Every Breath Counts Coalition is one of first such public-private partnership Coalition came into
existence in 2017.
• Theme: "Every Breath Counts: Stop Pneumonia in Its Track”
11 November: National Education Day
• National Education Day is celebrated on November 11 every year to mark the birth anniversary of
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, India’s first education minister.
• Since 2008, National Education Day has been celebrated on November 11 every year.
• The National Education Day 2023 theme is “Embracing Innovation.”
India Observes National Ayurveda Day on Dhanteras
• India observes the National Ayurveda Day every year on the occasion of Dhanwantari Jayanti or
Dhanteras.
• In 2023, the theme for Ayurveda day-2023 is ‘Ayurveda for One Health’ with Tag line ‘Ayurveda
for everyone on every day’ focusing on human-animal-plant-environment interface.”
• The initiative was started in 2016 with an aim to further promote Ayurveda into mainstream.
National Legal Services Day: 9th November 2023
• India observes National Legal Services Day, a significant occasion aimed at providing legal relief
to the weaker sections of society.
• The day holds historical importance as it marks the anniversary of the enactment of the Legal
Services Authorities Act in 1995.
• Theme for 2023 is "Access to Justice for All: Empowering the Marginalised through Legal
Awareness."
Uttarakhand celebrates 23rd Foundation Day
• Uttarakhand is celebrating its 23rd Foundation Day on November 9.
• It was on this day in 2000, that Uttarakhand was created by carving out from Uttar Pradesh.
• The main event will be held at the police line in Dehradun, which will be attended by President
Draupadi Murmu.
• For the first time in 23 years, the President will participate in Uttarakhand's Foundation Day
program.
World Usability Day: 9th November 2023
• The theme for the day in 2023 is "Collaboration and Cooperation."
• The goal of the World Usability Initiative is to connect the Human-Computer Interaction and the
User Experience community.
• Established in 2005 by the Usability Professionals Association, this day occurs annually to
promote the values of usability, usability engineering, user-centered design etc.
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World Radiography Day: 8th November 2023:

• The health campaign of World Radiography Day is observed on November 8 worldwide to
emphasize on the importance of radiology in healthcare system.
• The theme chosen for World Radiography Day 2023 is “Celebrating Patient Safety."
• This special day commemorates the discovery of x-radiation by Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen in
1895.
Professor CV Raman birth anniversary: 7th November 2023
• CV Raman worked as a student in the field of optics and acoustics.
• He made the ground-breaking discovery called the 'Raman Effect.'
• He was the first Indian to receive the Nobel Prize for his work on the scattering of light.
• Raman became a Fellow of the Royal Society and was knighted in 1929.
• CV Raman became the director of Raman Research Institute in Bangalore in 1948.
Infant Protection Day: 7th November 2023:
• Theme for 2023: 'Ensuring Every Child's Right to Thrive.'
• The day is dedicated to creating awareness among people about the importance of infant care,
especially during the early years of growth.
• This day promotes the urge to reduce the child mortality across the world.
• Currently, the infant mortality rate for India in 2023 is 26.619 deaths per 1000 live births, a 3.89%
decline from 2022.
National Cancer Awareness Day: 7th November 2023:
• This day is celebrated every year since 2014 to create public awareness about early detection,
prevention, and treatment of cancer.
• One in 10 Indians would develop cancer in their lifetime and one in 15 would die of it.
• The day is celebrated in India by Union Ministry of Health & Family Welfare.
• No theme has yet been declared by the MoHFW for 2023.
International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists
• International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists is commemorated on the 2nd of
November.
• Held at the headquarters of the Organization of American States in Washington D.C.
• The event is organized by UNESCO, in partnership with the Secretary General of the Organization
of American States, and its Office of the Special Rapporteur for Freedom of Expression.
EPFO celebrated its 71st Foundation Day in New Delhi
• On the 71st Foundation Day of the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation, several dignitaries
were present, including the Union Minister for Labour & Employment.
• He highlighted the 'Nidhi Aapke Nikat' outreach program conducted by every EPFO office on the
27th of each month.
• He emphasized the need for EPFO to become a hassle-free and technology-driven organization.
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World Jellyfish Day: 3 November

• World Jellyfish Day is celebrated on November 3.
• November is springtime in the southern hemisphere.
• This is the time of the year when jellyfish migrate to the coastlines of the northern hemisphere.
• Since 2014, November 3 is celebrated as World Jellyfish Day.
• It is believed that jellyfish are older than dinosaurs.
• Some jellyfish can glow in the dark.
Andhra Pradesh Formation Day: 1 November
• Andhra Pradesh Formation Day is celebrated on November 1 every year to commemorate the
day when the state was formed.
• Andhra Pradesh came into being as a result of the States Reorganisation Act of 1956.
• It was the first to be formed on a linguistic basis.
• Telugu is the official language of the state, which has a deep-rooted literary tradition in this
regional language.
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International Current Affairs

Nepal: 1st South Asian country to officially register same sex marriage
• Nepal registered its first same-sex marriage, becoming the first South Asian country to do so after
the Supreme Court's legalization.
• Trans-woman Maya Gurung and gay man Surendra Pandey were legally married in Lamjung
district.
• Nepal's Supreme Court approved same-sex marriage in 2007, with its 2015 constitution forbidding
discrimination based on sexual orientation.
Virgin Atlantic Flies on World's 1st 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel
• One of Virgin Atlantic's Boeing 787s took off for the world's first 100 per cent Sustainable Aviation
Fuel (SAF) flight from London's Heathrow to New York's John F. Kennedy (JFK) International
Airport.
• The flight marks a major milestone towards making air travel more environment-friendly as the
world moves towards its goal of net zero by 2050.
‘Authentic’ is Merriam-Webster’s word for 2023
• Merriam-Webster has fittingly crowned “authentic” as its 2023 Word of the Year.
• The dictionary defines authentic as “not false or imitation,” but in an age of deepfakes and AI-
generated content, even simple concepts like authenticity have become complex.
• One of the top runners-up for Word of the Year was “deepfake".
• Collins Dictionary declared ‘AI’ as its word of the year.
Andry Rajoelina reelected as Madagascar president
• Madagascar’s incumbent President Andry Rajoelina has won the presidential election again by
garnering more than 50 per cent of the votes.
• Madagascar, officially the Republic of Madagascar, is an island country lying off the southeastern
coast of Africa.
• It is the world's fourth-largest island, the second-largest island country.
• Its capital and largest city is Antananarivo.
Christopher Luxon swears in as New Zealand’s prime minister
• Christopher Luxon has been sworn in as New Zealand’s prime minister.
• The swearing-in ceremony was presided over by Governor-General Cindy Kiro.
• Luxon leads a conservative coalition after his National Party struck a deal with two smaller parties
following a general election last month.
Netherlands: Geert Wilders registers victory in elections
• In Netherlands, the far right populist leader Geert Wilders has registered a stunning victory in the
elections.
• With nearly all votes counted, Wilders’ Party for Freedom (PVV) has won 37 seats out of 150 in the
lower house of parliament.
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• This is more than double (17) the party had won at the last election.
Global Free Zones of the Year 2023: Nigeria's Lagos Free Zone Wins
• Lagos Free Zone (LFZ), the first deep sea port-based private free trade zone in Nigeria has won
Industrial Champion category of the Global Free Zones of the Year 2023 awards by the fDi
Intelligence, a service from the Financial Times.
• The fDi Intelligence monitors global greenfield foreign direct investments across sectors.
UAE Inaugurates World's Largest Single-Site Solar Power Plant
• The United Arab Emirates has inaugurated the world's largest single-site solar power plant ahead
of the upcoming United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28).
• The 2-gigawatt Al Dhafra Solar Photovoltaic Independent Power Project (IPP) is located 35
kilometres from Abu Dhabi city and will generate enough electricity to power almost 200,000
homes.
Spain's Pedro Sánchez reelected prime minister
• Spain’s acting Socialist prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, was chosen by a majority of legislators to
form a new government in a parliamentary vote.
• Mr. Sánchez was backed by 179 lawmakers in the 350-seat lower house of parliament.
• Only right-wing opposition deputies voted against him.
‘Hallucinate’ is the Cambridge Dictionary’s Word of the Year for 2023
• The Cambridge Dictionary named ‘hallucinate’ as its Word of the Year for 2023, after updating its
meaning to reflect its new-found usage in the world of artificial intelligence (AI).
• The Cambridge Dictionary, this year, made the following addition to its definition: “When an
artificial intelligence hallucinates, it produces false information.”
Biden appoints Indian American Shakuntla Bhaya to key position
• US President Joe Biden has appointed Indian American Shakuntla L Bhaya to serve in a key role.
• Bhaya was appointed as a member of the Council of the Administrative Conference of the United
States.
• Bhaya is a co-owner of a statewide Delaware law firm, Law Offices of Doroshow, Pasquale,
Krawitz & Bhaya.
Japan gets a new island after undersea volcano erupts
• New landmass about 100 metres across pops up above the waves near Iwoto island after
eruptions began last month.
• Japan has gained another island to add to its already impressive collection, after an undersea
volcanic eruption 1,200km (745 miles) south of Tokyo created a new landmass.
• It is a part of the Ogasawara island chain in the western Pacific.
First chikungunya vaccine, Ixchiq, approved by US FDA
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• Ixchiq, the first chikungunya vaccine, has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration
(FDA) for individuals 18 years of age and older who are at increased risk of exposure to mosquito-
borne virus.
• Containing a live, weakened version of the chikungunya-causing virus, Ixchiq is administered as
a single dose by injection into the muscle and may cause symptoms in the recipient.
Dubai Airshow 2023: IAF Contingent Arrives with Tejas and Dhruv
• The 18th edition of the highly anticipated Dubai Airshow is set to kick off on November 13, at
Dubai World Central (DWC).
• This edition, themed 'The Future of the Aerospace Industry,' promises to redefine the trajectory of
the aerospace, space, and defence sectors, hosting over 1,400 exhibitors from 95 countries.
• The IAF contingent, consisting of the LCA Tejas and the ALH Dhruv.
World Bank approves USD 150 mn for Sri Lanka banking sector stability
• The World Bank has approved USD 150 million to strengthen Sri Lanka's financial and institutional
sectors.
• Sri Lanka’s economic crisis highlights the need for strong safety nets to support the financial
sector.
• Stable and reliable banking sector is essential for the economy, businesses and individuals, small
businesses and poor households.
Russia formally pulls out of Treaty on Conventional Armed Forces
• Announcing formal exit, Moscow says expansion of US-led NATO had made the pact untenable.
• Russia has officially pulled out of an international security pact that restricts the use of
conventional weapons, saying NATO’s expansion has made such cooperation impossible.
• The move comes less than a week after President Vladimir Putin revoked his country’s ratification
of the CTBT.
Film 'Mrs' to premiere at Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival
• Hindi film "Mrs", fronted by Sanya Malhotra, will receive its world premiere on November 17 at the
2023 POFF, the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival.
• Directed by Arati Kadav, "Mrs" will also compete in the Critics' Pick Competition section.
• Billed as "a captivating account of a woman's strength and resilience", the movie also stars
Nishant Dahiya and Kanwaljit Singh in key roles.
Ethnic conflict in Democratic Republic of Congo: 6.9 Million displaced
• On October 30, the UN International Organization of Migration (IOM) reported that the number
of people who have been internally displaced in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has
risen to 6.9 million.
• In the eastern province of North Kivu, nearly a million people have been displaced due to the
ongoing conflict with the rebel group, Mouvement du 23 Mars (M23).
Bhutan bird festivals returns after 3-year hiatus to celebrate nature
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• Following a three-year hiatus, Tingtibi, Zhemgang will come alive with colourful celebrations in
honour of the victorious return of the Bhutan Bird Festival.
• According to Bhutan Live, this much-awaited event, which is slated to take place from November
13-15, promises to highlight not only the area's amazing birds but also its distinct culture and
locally produced goods.
Earthquake wrecks havoc in Nepal
• Prime Minister anguished by the loss of lives and damages due to the earthquake in Nepal.
• He mentioned about the India's stand in solidarity with the people of Nepal and readiness to
extend all possible assistance.
• He has also wished quicky recovery for those injured.
• The earthquake brought tragic loss of over 120 lives and leaving at least 140 individuals injured.
Putin revokes Russia's ratification of nuclear test ban treaty
• President Vladimir Putin signed off on a law revoking Russia's ratification of the Comprehensive
Nuclear Test Ban Treaty, a move he says is designed to bring Moscow into line with the United
States.
• Russia says that it will not resume testing unless Washington does and that its de-ratification does
not change its nuclear posture or the way it shares information about its nuclear activities.
New York city wins first US National Gatka Championship
• The city of New York has been declared the winner of the US National Gatka Championship, the
first-ever American national championship of the popular Sikh martial arts.
• Held at a Gurdwara in Queens, New York, over the weekend, the popular Sikh martial arts
championship was attended by more than 100 players in different age groups from various parts
of the country.
Cayman Islands removed from FATF 'grey list'
• The FATF highlighted the Cayman Islands' substantial progress in enhancing the effectiveness of
its AML/CFT framework, particularly in proportionately applying sanctions, resulting in the
watchdog removing it from the grey list.
• The Cayman Islands was put on the so-called 'grey list' in February 2021 after FATF identified
deficiencies in its AML regime in three main areas.
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MoU and Agreements Current Affairs

Tata Power arm to install 12 electric vehicle charging stations across
• Tata Power EV Charging Solutions Ltd (TPEVCSL), a Tata Power Group Company, signed a
Memorandum of Association with the Kanpur Municipal Corporation to install 12 EV charging
stations across six strategic locations in Kanpur.
• This collaboration signifies the beginning of a trailblazing initiative to revolutionize the EV
infrastructure landscape in Kanpur.
NASSCOM signed MoU with NRW Global to establish launchpad in Germany
• NASSCOM has signed a MoU with NRW.Global Business to promote innovation & technological
exchange between North Rhine-Westfalia in Germany and India.
• The MoU will lead to the establishment of the first NASSCOM launchpad in Germany.
• The National Association of Software and Service Companies is an Indian non-governmental
trade association that serves the Indian technology industry.
NIDM, TERI sign strategic partnership in disaster risk reduction
• The National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM) has signed a Memorandum of
Understanding (MoU) with The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) to forge a strategic
partnership in disaster risk reduction.
• The MOU will serve as a platform to formalise the strategic partnership and facilitate research,
capacity building, and training.
India, EU sign MoU on semiconductor ecosystem
• India and the European Union have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to deepen
cooperation on the semiconductor ecosystem and enhance resilience in the semiconductor
supply chain.
• The MoU was signed by Electronics, Information and Technology and Communications Minister
Ashwini Vaishnaw and European Commissioner for Internal Markets Thierry Breton.
Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan: Dept. of Social Justice & ISCON sign MoU
• Department of Social Justice & Empowerment signed a MoU with International Society for Krishna
Consciousness for Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan.
• It took place in the presence of Union Minister of Social Justice & Empowerment Dr. Virender
Kumar, & Department and senior members of the ISKCON in New Delhi.
• Under NMBA, it would get a boost towards achieving drug-sensitized India.
NIEPVD signed MoU with Nation Book Trust
• National Institute for the Empowerment of Persons with Visual Disabilities (Divyangjan),
Dehradun, signed MOU with Nation Book Trust.
• The MOU paves the way for the establishment of a Universal Design Center for Reading in
Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
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• This center will showcase the National Book Trust's collection of publications including physical
books, Braille books, e-books, and audio books.
Blue Dart & India Post forge strategic partnership for better services
• Blue Dart Express Limited, South Asia's premier express air, integrated transportation, and
distribution logistics company, has announced a ground-breaking partnership with India Post.
• With this collaboration, Blue Dart introduces automated Digital Parcel Lockers at selected post
offices, offering customers an additional delivery method.
MoU: University of Delhi and SIES,Uzbekistan
• The Samarkand Institute of Economics and Services, Uzbekistan has entered into a Memorandum
of Understanding (MoU) with University of Delhi.
• This thoughtfully formulated agreement, mutually approved by both institutions, aims to unlock
a range of prospects for students, faculty and researchers hailing from Samarkand and Delhi.
MoU between India and USA to Enhance Innovation Ecosystems signed
• A Memorandum of Understanding on “Enhancing Innovation Ecosystems through an Innovation
Handshake” under the framework of India – U.S. Commercial Dialogue was signed between the
two countries on the 14th of November 2023 in San Francisco.
• The leaders’ Joint Statement during the historic official State Visit of Prime Minister in June
announced the establishment of the “Innovation Handshake”.
IICA, Lean Campus & WEICI India sign up for women empowerment
• The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs and Lean Campus Startups & WEICI India signed a
Memorandum of Understanding in Manesar, Gurugram.
• It is a significant step to empower corporate and women entrepreneurs through various training
programmes.
• It will also include augmenting their knowledge, skills, and competencies in the effective
establishment and management of a diverse workforce.
GoI and ADB sign $400 mn loan for urban infrastructure boost
• The Government of India today signed a $400 million policy-based loan with Asian Development
Bank to support its urban reform agenda for creating high quality urban infrastructure, improving
service delivery, and promoting efficient governance systems.
• While Sub-programme 1 approved in 2021, Sub-programme 2 is supporting investment planning
actions at the state and urban local body levels.
THDC India inks pact to develop renewable energy projects in Karnataka
• THDC India Ltd is planning to set up 3,270 megawatts of clean energy projects, including pumped
storage and floating solar, in Karnataka.
• In this regards, the Uttarakhand-based company signed two MoUs with Karnataka Power
Corporation Limited and Karnataka Renewable Energy Development Limited.
• Floating solar projects, hybrid projects, pumped storage etc. will be developed.
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InterGlobe Enterprises ties up with Archer Co. for air taxi services
• InterGlobe and Archer plan to pursue a variety of other uses for the electric aircraft in India,
including cargo, logistics, medical and emergency services.
• InterGlobe Enterprises, a majority shareholder in low-cost airline IndiGo, said it has entered into
a partnership with US-based Archer Aviation Inc to launch and operate an all-electric air taxi
service in India.
REC signs MoU with RailTel to boost Telecom, IT and Railway Signalling
• REC Limited signed an MoU with RailTel to extend financial assistance upto Rs. 30,000 Crore for
Infrastructure Projects to be executed by RailTel in next 5 years.
• These projects encompass a wide range of areas, including Data Center products and services,
Telecom & IT products and services, Railways & Metro projects, and the KAVACH Train Collision
Prevention System.
DAY-NRLM and SIDBI signs MoU for enhancement of women entrepreneurs
• Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National Rural Livelihood Mission and SIDBI sign of MOU that
marks a significant milestone in the journey of women-led enterprises.
• Primary focus of this collaboration is to demonstrate on-the-ground activities that establish a
reliable and sensitive support structure for the capacity enhancement of women entrepreneurs.
MoU initiated between IICA and FSR Global at IICA Campus
• Memorandum of Understanding initiated between Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs and FSR
Global.
• Objective: Foster collaboration, explore approaches for mutually beneficial partnerships.
• Partnership aimed at enhancing regulatory capabilities in the energy sector.
• The MoU took place at IICA Campus in Manesar, Gurugram.
India and Netherlands sign MoI on medical product regulation
• India and Netherlands have signed a Memorandum of Intent to cooperate on medical product
regulation and enhance the quality of medical products and healthcare services for both
countries at Hague, Netherlands.
• The MoI was signed during a meeting of Bhagwant Khuba, Union Minister of State for Chemicals
and Fertilizers with Ernst Kuipers Minister of Health, Welfare and Sports of Netherlands.
IIHM partners in Najafi 100 Million Learners Global Initiative
• IIHM signs MoU with Thunderbird and ASU, launching Najafi 100 Million Learners Global Initiative.
• The initiative provides free online global education in 40 languages to IIHM students.
• Tremendous opportunity for IIHM students, to emphasize quality global education.
• Significant step for women learners, comprising 70% of the 100 million worldwide learners.
Deakin University and NSDC launched Global Job Readiness program
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• Deakin University, a leading higher education institution in Australia and NSDC International, an
enabler for global skilling solutions have come together to create a significant milestone for
enhancing the skills of young India to thrive in today's ever-changing world of work.
• This announcement was made at the IIT Gandhinagar in Gujarat.
Telecommunication Engineering Centre and IIITD signs Mou on AI.
• Telecommunication Engineering Centre, under Ministry of Communications, GoI, and the
Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology, Delhi, have united to drive innovation in the
realm of Trustworthy and Responsible Artificial Intelligence Systems.
• It will formulate standards for telecom and related ICT equipment, networks, systems, and services
deployed in the Indian Telecom Network.
India, Italy signs Mobility and Migration Partnership Agreement.
• To facilitate movement of workers, students and professionals, the agreement is done.
• EAM S. Jaishankar met his Italian counterpart and signed it.
• They conversed about deepening India-Italy strategic partnership.
• They agreed that potential in agro-tech, innovation, space, defence and the digital domain has
to be explored.
India-France Letter of Intent in Public Administration signed
• The Letter of Intent takes forward the close and friendly relations between India-France in the
field of Good Governance over the next 3 years.
• It seeks to strengthen the bilateral partnership between the two countries focused on
administrative reforms, good governance, research publications, institutional exchanges, capacity
building programs and replication of good governance practices.
NSDCI and EFS Facilities Services Group Ink MOU
• National Skill Development Corporation of India and EFS Facilities Services Group (EFS), a
Facilities Management Firm based in the UAE, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding
(MoU) to promote Skilled International Workforce Mobility (IWM) for Indian nationals, with a
specific focus on the GCC countries.
• NSDCI and EFS will jointly develop courses for the Skill India Digital App.
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National Current Affairs

World Bank funded for new project on agriculture research
• World Bank-funded National Agricultural Higher Education Project and Indian Agricultural
Research Project New Delhi, Modern Agricultural Science Technology Center for Climate Adapted
Agriculture and Water Management launched at Mahatma Phule Agricultural University, Rahuri
in Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra.
• Under this project, the faculty working will be trained on new technologies.
Railways to upgrade anti-collision tech Kavach to LTE
• The Ministry of Railways looks to upgrade to 4G/5G (LTE-based) its indigenous anti-collision
system Kavach and expedite its implementation.
• Kavach is an indigenously developed Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system.
• The state-of-the-art electronic system activates the train’s braking system automatically if the
driver fails to do so, which helps to prevent an accident.
Irdai sets up 11-member taskforce to examine the impact of DPDP Act
• The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has proposed to constitute
an 11-member taskforce under the chairmanship of Randip Singh Jagpal, Executive Director (Non-
Life) at IRDAI, to examine the implications of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act
2023 on the sector.
• The task force is expected to submit the report within a period of 1 month.
Cabinet approved continuation of scheme for Fast Track Courts
• FTSCs, designed as dedicated courts, are expected to ensure swift dispensation of justice, offering
quick relief to victims while strengthening the deterrence framework for sexual offenders.
• Implemented by the Department of Justice, Ministry of Law & Justice, FTSCs augments State
Government for establishing FTSCs ensuring the swift disposal of cases related to rape and the
POCSO Act.
Cabinet approved Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan
• The Cabinet has approved Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM JANMAN).
• The PM-JANMAN comprises Central Sector and Centrally Sponsored Schemes
• It aims to focus on 11 critical interventions through 9 Ministries for PVTG household and habitation
development with basic facilities such as safe housing, clean drinking water and sanitation,
improved access to education, health etc.
Centre launched first-ever auction of critical mineral blocks
• Union Minister for Mines Pralhad Joshi has launched the first-ever tranche auction of critical
mineral blocks at a function in New Delhi.
• Twenty blocks of critical and strategic minerals are being auctioned in the first tranche.
• The blocks include Graphite, Lithium, Molybednum, nickel, Copper and Potash.
• It will deliver a boost to economy and will support its transition towards clean energy
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Cabinet approves Terms of Reference for the 16th Finance Commission

• The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has approved the Terms of
Reference for the Sixteenth Finance Commission.
• The 16th Finance Commission’s recommendations, upon acceptance by the government, would
cover the period of five (5) years commencing April 1, 2026.
• Article 280(1) of the Constitution lays down the modalities for setting up of a Finance Commission.
WCD Minister launched ‘Anganwadi Protocol for Divyang Children’
• The Anganwadi Protocol for Divyang Children was launched by the Union Minister for Women
and Child Development and Minority Affairs, Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani.
• It was launched at a national outreach program organized on 28th November, 2023 at Vigyan
Bhawan.
• The event was organised to realize the commitment for strengthening Divyang children’s overall
access to improved well-being.
Regional Conference on Access to Justice in Global South held at SC
• The first regional conference on "Ensuring Access to Quality Legal Aid for the Vulnerable:
Challenges and Opportunities in the Global South" took place at Supreme Court.
• The National Legal Services Authority, India with the International Legal Foundation, the United
Nations Development Programme and the United Nations Children's Fund hosted it.
• It took place on 27-28th November, 2023.
Data collection of the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission inaugurated
• The meeting inaugurated in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
• The Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, GoI is organizing
the exercise.
• Tunas and other large pelagic species, such as billfishes, sharks, and rays, hold immense economic
significance, with tunas alone contributing an estimated annual value of trade of US$41 billion.
Centre renames Ayushman Bharat-Health and Wellness Centres
• The central government renamed Ayushman Bharat-Health and Wellness Centres as Ayushman
Arogya Mandir with the tagline Arogyam Paramam Dhanam.
• In a letter to all States and Union Territories, the Union Health Ministry has issued guidelines to
suitably replace the existing title across all operationalized Ayushman Bharat Health and
Wellness Centres.
Dharmendra Pradhan Lays the Foundation Stone for NSTI Plus
• Dharmendra Pradhan, Union Minister for Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship
laid the foundation stone for National Skill Training Institutes (NSTI) Plus to elevate the
capabilities of Odisha’s young cadre.
• NSTI Plus, under the Directorate General of Training (DGT), apex organization of the Ministry of
Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE) will train 500 instructors.
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MSME Minister Shri Narayan Rane launches IndiaXports 2.0

• India SME Forum (ISF), India’s largest non-governmental, not-for-profit organization for small and
medium businesses, hosted a National Summit to launch IndiaXports 2.0, India’s first mass export
development program, aimed to empower 200,000 first-time exporters to enter international
markets by fostering export readiness and capacity building.
• Narayan Rane: Union Minister of MSME
UGC advised colleges to celebrate Constitution Day on November 26th
• UGC has suggested the colleges and universities to organise activities including talks and
webinars on Constitutional values and fundamentals of the Indian Constitution.
• UGC urged the students to visit the My Gov portal and read the Preamble online.
• Constitution Day or Samvidhan Divas is celebrated in India on November 26 every year to
commemorate the adoption of the Constitution of India.
IFFI screens 7 restored Indian movies under ‘Restored Classics’
• The 54th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) is screening 7 recently restored Indian movies
under ‘Restored Classics’ section in Goa.
• These include three iconic Bollywood films - 'Guide' directed by Vijay Anand, 'Haqeeqat' directed
by Chetan Anand, and 'Bees Saal Baad' directed by Biren Nag.
• Nearly 6,000 films, are being preserved under the National Film Heritage Mission (NFHM).
Labeling and Branding of steel sector’s products in global market
• The Consultative Committee of MoS discussed the first ever initiative to introduce labeling and
branding of steel sector’s products in the global market.
• National Institute of Design (NID), Ahmedabad has been engaged to design the labels.
• Made in India branding provides for labeling of domestic steel products with details of the
product, and a Made in India Logo along with a QR Code.
Krishi Sakhis launched for promotion of Natural Farming
• The Ministry of Rural Development and the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare jointly
launched training of Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana- National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY–
NRLM)’s Krishi Sakhis for promotion of Natural Farming.
• The initiative aimed to train and certify 50,000 Krishi Sakhis in a phased manner by National
Centre for Organic and Natural Farming (NCONF).
Kargil Brigade organized Yom-e-Fateh Platinum Jubilee celebration
• The Kargil Sentinel Brigade and District Administration of Kargil commemorated the 75th
anniversary of Kargil's liberation by the Indian Army with the Yom-e-Fateh Platinum Jubilee.
• The ceremony began with dignitaries, including CEC LAHDC Kargil Dr. Jaffar Akhone and GOC 8
Mountain Division Maj. Gen. Sachin Malik, paying tributes at the Kargil War Memorial.
Sarbananda Sonowal inspects ICTP project at Galathea Bay, A&N islands
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• Shri Sarbananda Sonowal visited Galathea Bay in Great Nicobar Island and reviewed the
progress of proposed International Container Transhipment Port.
• As envisaged in the Maritime India vision 2030 as well as one of the key projects in the Amrit kaal
Vision 2047, the proposed International Container Transhipment Port will be made with a total
estimated cost of about ₹44,000 Crores.
NALSA to host first regional conference on access to legal aid
• The National Legal Services Authority planned to host its first regional conference on access to
legal aid from November 27 to 28.
• It will be focusing on justice systems and pre-trial detention reduction strategies.
• President Droupadi Murmu is scheduled to participate at the valedictory session, while Vice-
President Jagdeep Dhankhar will open the inaugural session.
Bay of Bengal braces for fourth cyclonic storm ‘Michaung’
• Another cyclonic storm is set to take place in the Bay of Bengal basin, marking the fourth storm
of the year.
• The storm is expected to engulf India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.
• The origin of the upcoming tropical storm can be traced to Gulf of Thailand.
E-Commerce cargo movement started in Ganga river
• As Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) and Amazon has signed MoU, E-Commerce cargo
movement started in Ganga river.
• Ganga river is the National Waterway No.1 of India.
• Maiden ship with e-commerce cargo to be flagged off from Patna to Kolkata soon.
• The ceremony was done in presence of the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Shri
Sarbananda Sonowal.
CCRAS launched Ayurveda Gyan Naipunya Initiative for ayurveda doctors
• The Central Council for Research in Ayurveda Sciences under the Ministry of Ayush launched the
Ayurveda Gyan Naipunya Initiative (AGNI) for physicians practicing in the field of Ayurveda in
New Delhi.
• The initiative aims to promote research for mainstreaming pragmatic Ayurveda practices through
scientific validation and evidence-based appraisal.
Education Campaign, titled, “New Education for New India”
• On the third day of her visit to her home state Odisha, President Droupadi Murmu launched a
National Education Campaign, titled, “New Education for New India” organized by Brahma
Kumari Iswariya University, Sambalpur.
• New National Education Policy will play an important role in building a New India.
Ministry of Textiles launches e-registration portal for Sari Walkathon
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• According to the Ministry of Textiles, women from across the various states of the country are
being invited to showcase their ways of draping saris and thereby, presenting India as a country
having Unity in Diversity.
• Participants can enroll for the sari walkathon with this e-portal in which registration will be OTP-
based.
• The portal which aimed to promote the handloom sari culture of India
AIM, NITI Aayog launches Rapid Innovation and Startup Expansion
• A new accelerator program called Rapid Innovation and Startup Expansion (RISE) has been
launched by Atal Innovation Mission under the aegis of Niti Aayog.
• The program will support startups and small to mid-sized enterprises working on circular economy
technologies and solutions in India and Australia.
• Participating startups may also be eligible for non-equity grants up to 40 Lakh Rupees.
J&K: Saffron of Kishtwar district receives GI tag
• In Jammu and Kashmir, the Saffron of the mountainous Kishtwar district, which is cultivated and
harvested in the higher reaches, has been given the Geographical Indication tag.
• The spice is grown in some parts of the Kishtwar region of Jammu.
• The legendary most expensive harvest of saffron, popularly known as Kumkum, is also a key cash
crop in Jammu's mountainous district of Kishtwar.
Ladakh secures 4th GI tag for Sea Buckthorn
• Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India has officially granted the GI tag to the
Department of Industries & Commerce, Ladakh and approved it as the Registered Proprietor for
‘Ladakh Sea Buckthorn.’
• Farmers of Kargil are very excited for this special recognition for Sea Buckthorn.
• It is one of the most profitable crop of UT Ladakh having 90% production from Ladakh in India.
ISRO Transponders Distributed to Coastal States for Fishermen's Safety
• The Department of Fisheries has started distributing ISRO-made transponders to coastal states,
aiming to aid fishermen during emergencies.
• These devices assist security personnel in tracking distressed fishermen and help fishermen locate
more fruitful fishing areas.
• Union Minister of Fisheries, Parshottam Rupala, inaugurated the 2023 Global Fisheries Conference
and announced this news.
FSSAI launches food safety compliance system portal
• Food safety regulator FSSAI has launched the Food Safety Compliance System (FoSCoS) portal
in four regional languages, apart from Hindi and English, in order to enhance user experience and
accessibility.
• The latest advancement aims to enhance the user experience for local food businesses, allowing
them to easily connect with the online compliance portal FoSCoS, launched nationwide in 2020.
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NeGD organized Digital Government Senior Leaders program

• This program is organized by National e-Governance Division, Ministry of Electronics &
Information Technology, under its Capacity Building scheme.
• It is designed to provide exposure to the concept of digital government, its benefits & impact on
public service delivery.
• The Digital Government Senior Leaders program under Digital India mission.
• IIM Bangalore is co-partnering this event.
36th All India Santali Writers’ Association at Baripada, Odisha
• President Droupadi Murmu is visiting Odisha on a three-day tour to attend various programmes
in Mayurbhanj and Sambalpur districts.
• President Droupadi Murmu to attend inaugural session of 36th Annual Conference and Literary
Festival of All India Santali Writers’ Association at Baripada, Odisha.
• She will also inaugurate an Eklavya Model Residential School at Kuliana in Mayurbhanj district.
Digital India: Rajeev Chandrasekhar flags off the Nationwide Roadshow
• Union Minister of State for Skill Development & Entrepreneurship and Electronics & IT Shri Rajeev
Chandrasekhar flagged off the Nationwide Roadshow on Digital India RISC-V (DIR-V) Program.
• SHAKTI and VEGA Processors Anchor DIR-V Ecosystem, Enabling Collaboration with Start-ups
and Entrepreneurs.
• Innovation, functionality, performance — mantras for future of RISC-V (DIR-V) Program.
Hello Nariyal FoCT call centre launched for coconut farming aid
• Coconut Development Board has officially launched “Hello Naariyal,” FoCT call centre which
caters to the needs of farmers in coconut harvesting and other plant management practices.
• The Hello Naariyal call centre in Kerala functions from the headquarters of the Board in Kochi.
• It will extend its service to the traditional coconut-growing States of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh,
and Karnataka
PM Bharatiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana participating in 42nd IITF
• Pradhan Mantri Bharatiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana is participating in the 42nd Indian
International Trade Fair being held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 14 to 27 November.
• Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana was launched by the Department of
Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers, Government of India.
• Janaushadhi Kendras are opened to provide generic medicines.
“MSME PAVILION” opened at the 42nd India International Trade Fair
• Union Minister for Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME), Shri Narayan Rane, inaugurated
the “MSME PAVILION” at the 42nd India International Trade Fair (IITF).
• The MSME Pavilion has been organized at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.
• This year MSME Pavilion at the 42nd India International Trade Fair (IITF) is based on the theme
“PM Vishwakarma”, the flagship scheme of the Ministry of MSME.
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Khadi Theme Pavillion inaugurated at IITF 2023 in New Delhi

• Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Minister, Narayan Rane inaugurated the Khadi Theme
Pavillion at the India International Trade Fair which is underway at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi.
• Some of the key attractions of the pavillion include spinning wheel-charkha, khadi garments,
handicrafts, wooden toys, and ayurvedic cosmetics.
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri launches CITIIS 2.0 IN New Delhi
• Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs Hardeep Singh Puri launched City Investments to Innovate,
Integrate, and Sustain 2.0 (CITIIS 2.0) challenge in New Delhi.
• CITIIS 2.0 aims to advance climate action through the promotion of a circular economy with a
focus on integrated waste management.
Delhi airport launched Sunflower initiative
• Aligned with the globally recognised Hidden Disabilities Sunflower initiative, DIAL has
transformed Delhi Airport into a Sunflower Airport and sensitised all passenger-facing partners
through this programme with a globally developed framework.
• Under this initiative, DIAL has introduced a variety of merchandise options, including sunflower
lanyards, pin badges, and wristbands.
Varanasi company to launch mini-cruise service in Saryu river
• Two solar-powered ‘mini-cruise’ ships will operate in the Saryu River in Ayodhya before the
inauguration of the Ram Temple in January.
• The vessels will offer a tour of Ayodhya's ghats and aim to spread knowledge of Lord Ram's life.
• The ships will be fully air-conditioned and operated by solar power.
• The cruise service is expected to boost tourism in Ayodhya and create job opportunities.
Gomti Nagar station to get its own rail coach restaurant
• Located right outside the redesigned station’s platform number one, ‘Royal Train Cuisine’ is made
using scraps and will remain open 24x7.
• The first one was inaugurated at Charbagh station recently.
• While the dining facility has 70 seats, the space outside the coach has been turned into a cafe
with a seating capacity for nearly 100 people in a space of 4000 sq.feet.
Secretary, Ministry of Steel inaugurates ‘Steel Pavilion’ at IITF 2023
• Sh. Nagendra Nath Sinha, Secretary, Ministry of Steel, inaugurated the Ministry of Steel’s Pavilion
at India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2023 at the Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.
• The ‘Steel Pavilion’, a focal point of this year's IITF, serves as a testament to the robustness and
innovation within the Indian steel industry.
Punjab and Haryana HC: Compensation for dog-bite victims Rs 10,000
• The Punjab and Haryana High Court has held that it is the primary responsibility of a state to
compensate the victims of incidents involving stray animals.
• Compensation for dog-bite victims Rs 10,000 per tooth mark.
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• The bench of Justice Vinod S Bhardwaj gave the ruling after disposing of 193 petitions.
Coal ministry amends SHAKTI policy
• Coal ministry amends SHAKTI policy to expand coal linkage and promote market transparency.
• The amendment, aimed at fostering a more transparent coal allocation mechanism, dictates that
power generated through such linkages must be sold via power exchanges or through transparent
bidding processes on the Discovery of Efficient Energy Price (DEEP) portal.
Ashok Leyland AVTR 1922: India’s first LNG-powered haulage truck
• Ashok Leyland, delivered the first batch of India’s first LNG-powered haulage truck , AVTR 1922,
to Mahanagar Gas Limited in Hosur, Tamil Nadu.
• With this, Ashok Leyland becomes the first Indian Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to
unveil an in-house LNG engine compliant with BSVI Stage II emission standards.
Jharkhand Foundation Day: 15th November
• On November 15, the State of Jharkhand celebrated its foundation day.
• The state was carved out of Bihar in 2000 after the Parliament passed the Bihar Reorganization
Act, 2000.
• The day coincided with the birth anniversary of tribal leader Birsa Munda also known as Bhagwan
Birsa.
• The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted people of Jharkhand on the foundation day
of Jharkhand.
Union Power and NRE Minister R. K. Singh inaugurates Power Pavilion
• The Union Minister for Power and New & Renewable Energy Shri R. K. Singh inaugurated a Power
Pavilion set up by the Ministry of Power, Government of India at the ongoing India International
Trade Fair 2023, at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.
• The pavilion aims to present the key initiatives in the power sector and to also improve public
awareness and participation in the policies of the government.
"Dashboard" portal launched for real & effective Parliament business
• Union S&T Minister Dr Jitendra Singh launched the software application "Dashboard" portal of
the Ministry of Science & Technology for real-time, prompt and effective Parliament business.
• It will include updation of Parliament Questions, Acts of Parliament and Gazette Notifications of
Govt. of India as well as Cabinet Notes.
• It will promote transperancy and accountability of the Parliament.
PM Modi to launch PM-PVTG Mission, Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra
• On Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas, i.e. on Birsa Munda's birth aniversary, PM will launch the PM-PVTG
Mission, Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra.
• PM will visit Birsa Munda’s birthplace.
• Sankalp Yatra will begin with tribal-dominated districts, cover entire country.
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• The launch of the scheme has been planned in Jharkhand’s Khunti district, after a visit to Ulihatu
village, the birthplace of Bursa Munda.
MoRTH proposes cyber security & management system for four-wheelers
• The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has proposed uniform Cyber Security and
Management Systems provisions for certain categories of four-wheelers, passenger and
commercial vehicles to protect their functions from cyber threats.
• MoRTH said that the application for approval of a vehicle type with regard to cyber security shall
be submitted by the vehicle manufacturer.
Economic offenders should not be handcuffed, says parliamentary panel
• The parliamentary committee suggested changes to the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
(BNSS), stating that economic offenders should not be included in the category of individuals who
can be handcuffed.
• They should not be clubbed with those arrested for heinous crimes such as rape and murder, the
committee said.
‘AAINA Dashboard for Cities’ portal launched by MoHUA, GoI
• The ‘AAINA Dashboard for Cities’ portal www.aaina.gov.in has been made live by Ministry of
Housing and Urban Affairs.
• Here the Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) across the country can participate in this pioneering initiative
to voluntarily submit their data on a regular basis, through a simple, easy-to-fill, data entry form
on the portal.
• Urban Local Bodies invited to participate in this initiative
Film Bazaar announces its 10 recommended films for 54th IFFI
• Films in six languages and across multiple genres were selected this year.
• The list includes -
o ANU
o ROTI KOON BANASI
o TUESDAY’S WOMEN
o GIDDH
o GOPI
o IRON WOMEN OF MANIPUR
o WHERE MY GRANDMOTHER LIVES
o LADAKH 470
o THE EXILE
o RETURN OF THE JUNGLE
• The films are in English, Hindi, Bengali, Marwari, Kannada, and Maori and brings together an
eclectic mix of subjects.
Dr Jitendra Singh inaugurated Shiksha Bharti School in Massu village
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• Dr Jitendra Singh, who was on an extensive tour of the remote areas of the hill district of Kishtwar,
visited Gulabgarh in the Paddar area and far village of Massu, where he also inaugurated the
new School set up by “Shiksha Bharti” for the village children.
• He and Indian Army conducted medical camp for efficient and accessible treatment for the
remote hilly rural area locals.
National Campaign against Gender Violence ‘Nai Chetna' to be launched
• Ministry of Rural Development announced its plans for the second year of its National Campaign
Against Gender-Based Violence – ‘Nayi Chetna – 2.0’.
• It will be launched on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women i. e.
25 November
• It will be observed across 34 states and UTs till 23 December 2023.
• Campaign activities will deepen awareness on gender violence
Govt released draft Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, 2023
• The draft Bill aims to streamline the broadcasting sector, replacing the Cable Television Networks
(Regulation) Act, 1995, and extending regulation to OTT and digital news.
• It bolsters self-regulation with Content Evaluation Committees.
• The Bill uses a nuanced approach to penalties, retaining imprisonment and fines only for severe
offenses and links penalties to financial capacity.
India’s Largest Cold Oil Production Facility to be opened in Gujarat
• Bharat Botanics proudly announces the opening of its cutting-edge wood-pressed Cold Oil
processing facility in Rajkot Gujarat.
• This 16,000-square-foot automated facility is one of its kind, promoting 100% hygiene and
transparency, marking a significant step towards healthier living, and sustainability, and providing
healthy edible oils for every customer it serves.
Amit Shah addresses 62nd Foundation Day of ITBP in Dehradun
• Union Home Minister Amit Shah has said that as long as the Indo-Tibetan Border Force and Army
personnel are deployed on the border, no one can occupy even an inch of the country's land.
• He was addressing the 62nd Foundation Day celebrations of Indo-Tibetan Border Police in
Dehradun today.
• On the occasion, he stressed on the development of border areas for the security of the country.
Ministry of I&B approves Digital Advertisement Policy, 2023
• Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has approved a path-breaking Digital Advertisement
Policy, 2023 to enable and empower the Central Bureau of Communication.
• It is the advertising wing of the Government of India to undertake campaigns in Digital Media
Space.
• This policy marks a pivotal moment in CBC's mission to disseminate information and create
awareness regarding various schemes.
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CJI DY Chandrachud Inaugurates Mitti Cafe In Supreme Court

• CJI DY Chandrachud Inaugurates Cafe Managed By Differently Abled Staffers On Supreme Court
Premises.
• The CJI urged members of the bar to support the cause and announced the inauguration of Mitti
Cafe, wholly managed by differently-abled people.
• The cafe will be run by a non-governmental organisation and will be wholly managed by
differently abled people.
CJI Chandrachud launched Legal Awareness Program
• Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud stressed on 'Right to Legal Aid.'
• He has launched Legal Awareness Program and also upgraded NALSA Helpline for making the
legal institutions more accessible and affordable.
• Mr Chandrachud said that the 'Right to Legal Aid' was not given at the birth of the Constitution
but it came in by the enactment of Article 39A after the legal aid movement.
Ministry of Heavy Industries launched ‘Annual Capacity Building Plan'
• Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited under the aegis of Ministry of Heavy Industries successfully
organised “BHEL SAMVAAD 3.0.
• In this mega-event, Dr. Mahendra Nath Pandey, Union Minister for Heavy Industries launched
the MHI’s ‘Annual Capacity Building Plan’ for 2023-24 outlining key strategic areas with focused
capacity-building initiatives within the Ministry to enhance capability.
G20 Thematic Workshop on Nari Shakti: Towards Women-Led Development
• A workshop on the theme of Nari Shakti: Towards Women-led Development, emanating from the
New Delhi Leaders’ Declaration 2023, was held on 8 November 2023 at New Delhi.
• It was organized by NITI Aayog in collaboration with Institute of What Works to Advance Gender
Equality.
• This workshop was part of the series of thematic workshops steered and anchored by the NITI
Aayog.
'Ayurveda for One Health' campaign to be celebrated on Ayurveda day
• Union Ayush Minister Shri Sarbananda Sonowal launched a month-long global campaign on
October 10, 2023.
• The objective is to take Ayurveda to the global level and make it a part of common people's
lifestyle.
• Students, farmers, and general public from about 100 countries of the world joined the 'Ayurveda
for One Health' campaign.
• Digital reach of this campaign has reached almost 90 countries.
NITI Aayog organised workshop on Green Development Pact
• NITI Aayog and ICRIER are hosting a workshop "Accessing MDBs and Global Finance for
Development and Green Growth" to strengthen Multilateral Development Banks.
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• The workshop highlights commitments of the G20 New Delhi Leaders' Declaration and aid in
action plan formulation.
• The event seeks to illuminate India's contributions to MDB reforms and their implications for
India's MDB engagements.
Amit Shah launches 'Bharat Organics' brand of cooperative body NCOL
• Cooperation Minister Amit Shah launched 'Bharat Organics', a brand under National Cooperative
Organics Ltd, aiming to become "trusted" globally.
• NCOL, a platform for organic growers, plans to introduce 20 products by December, starting with
six: tur dal, chana dal, sugar, rajma, basmati rice, Sonamasoori rice.
• These products will be sold via Safal outlets, online platforms & retail stores.
Yoga Therapy Rooms opened at Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga
• Union Minister of AYUSH, Sarbananda Sonowal, inaugurated additional Yoga Therapy Rooms at
the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga in New Delhi.
• Sonowal emphasized the crucial role of yoga in enhancing self-awareness, self-realisation, and
overall health, and its relevance globally.
• At the event, Sonowal received handwritten letters of former Prime Minister Morarji Desai.
Nirmala Sitaraman virtually inaugurated 12 GST Seva Kendra of Gujarat
• Union FM Nirmala Sitaraman urged businesses to give bills after each purchase to enhance
transparency and support nation-building.
• Inaugurated 12 GST Seva Kendras in Gujarat, highlighting 'One Nation One Tax' initiative.
• Tax rates on essential goods dropped, increasing tax collections.
• Applauded Gujarat's GST Seva Kendra initiative, predicting enhancement in state's GST
collection.
NIPCCD organizes training program on ‘Poshan Bhi Padhai Bhi’ in Indore
• National Institute of Public Cooperation and Child Development organized a two-day State Level
Master Trainers Training Programme on ‘Poshan Bhi Padhai Bhi’ from 30-31 October, 2023 at
Regional Centre, Indore.
• As many as 29 Participants attended it.
• The Union Minister for WCD introduced the 'Poshan Bhi, Padhai Bhi', scheme to focus on Early
Childhood Care and Education at anganwadis.
Legal Literacy and Awareness Program reaches more than 6 lakh people
• Legal Literacy and Legal Awareness Program (LLLAP) of the Department of Justice reaches more
than 6 lakh people through 14 implementing agencies.
• "Designing Innovative Solutions for Holistic Access to Justice” (DISHA) Scheme was launched for
a period of five years 2021-2026 to raise legal literacy.
• The Legal Literacy and Legal Awareness Program is being implemented under DISHA scheme.
MeitY, STPI & The Indus Entrepreneurs launched LEAP AHEAD initiative
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• Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology launched the LEAP AHEAD initiative, a joint
collaboration of Software Technology Parks of India and The Indus Entrepreneurs.
• It aims to boost tech startups that are in the initial stages.
• A knowledge report on “From Startup to Scale Up: The Role of Digital India and Opportunities
Ahead” was unveiled during the event.
British film 'Catching Dust' to open IFFI 2023
• The 54th International Film Festival of India will be held in Goa from November 20 to 28.
• Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting Anurag Thakur announced that the British film
'Catching Dust' will open the event.
• He further added that the American film 'The Featherweight' will be the closing title, whereas the
Turkish film 'About Dry Grasses' will be the midfest movie.
PM Narendra Modi to address BC Atma Gourva Sabha in Hyderabad
• The sabha will host the meeting of Self Respect of Backward Classes.
• It is to be held at LB Stadium in Hyderabad.
• The Prime Minister is also scheduled to attend another Meeting to be held in Parade Grounds in
Secunderabad.
• The meeting will discuss the verticals to work on behalf of the backward classes of our society.
COLORS joins WCD Ministry to support Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao Scheme
• The collaboration will help to raise awareness around girl child abandonment through their latest
show 'Doree'.
• The Ministry said, television as a medium has played a huge role in holding a mirror to society
and led to many women becoming agents of change.
• WCD ministry has made great strides through the Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao initiative in changing
the way girl child is perceived.
Jal Diwali -"Women for Water, Water for Women Campaign" launched
• It is aimed to provide platform for inclusion of women in water governance.
• Women SHGs will visit more than 550 water treatment plants.
• The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs will unveil initiative "Women for Water, Water for
Women Campaign" under its flagship scheme - Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban
Transformation in partnership with National Urban Livelihood Mission.
"Swachh Diwali Shubh Diwali" campaign for clean festivities launched
• The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs will conduct the "Swachh Diwali Shubh Diwali"
campaign to maintain cleanliness and promote an environment-friendly Diwali season.
• The campaign aims at invoking the cultural significance of Diwali coupled with the journey of
Swachh Bharat and the principles of Lifestyle for Environment (Mission LiFE).
7th Edition of Ganga Utsav Celebrated With Festive Fervor
• The 7th edition of Ganga Utsav was organized by National Mission for Clean Ganga in New Delhi.
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• The event also marked the release of 33rd edition of Namami Gange Magazine, the new Chacha
Chaudhary series and the Voyage of Ganga Booklet, based on Ganga Pustak Parikrama in
collaboration with NBT.
• Ganga Pustak Parikrama will commence its 3-month long journey from Gangotri on 7 November
2023.
Union S&T Minister launches website of Global Bio-India – 2023
• Union S&T Minister launched website of Global Bio-India – 2023, a mega International
congregation on Biotechnology, to be held at Pragati Maidan next month.
• The Science & Technology Minister said, Biotechnology has the potential to become an important
instrument of global trade and bio-economy contributing to India's overall economy.
Rajeev Chandrasekhar to attend FIND Festival 2023
• Union Minister of State for Skill Development & Entrepreneurship and Electronics & IT, Shri Rajeev
Chandrasekhar, is set to attend the FIND Festival ’23, an initiative by Ekya Schools and the launch
of Ekya Nava, a new frontier in K-12 educational innovation in Bengaluru.
• The festival will bring group of stakeholders to collaborate and share insights that will shape the
future of education.
Exhibition of Dept. of Fisheries pavilion inauguated at Pragati Maidan
• Parshottam Rupala along with Union MoS Dr. L. Murugan inaugurated Exhibition of Department
of Fisheries pavilion at Pragati Maidan.
• The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying participated as a partner in the second
edition of “World Food India 2023”.
• It organized a technical seminar session on the topic “Global Food & Nutritional Security through
Fisheries and Aquaculture”.
NITI Aayog organised Workshop on "Goa Roadmap for Tourism"
• NITI Aayog is organising a Workshop on the theme “Implementing Goa Roadmap for Tourism” at
Hotel Le Meridien, New Delhi.
• This workshop is part of series of 10 feeder thematic workshops being held on varied themes
discussed in the G20 New Delhi Leaders' Declaration.
• The workshop will include four sessions on - 1. Green tourism, 2. Digitisation, 3. Strategic
management, 4. MSME Tourism.
Art exhibition "Silent Conversation: from Margins to Centre" launched
• The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu inaugurated an art exhibition titled, “Silent
Conversation: From Margins to the Centre” in New Delhi.
• This exhibition is being organised by the National Tiger Conservation Authority in collaboration
with the Sankala Foundation to celebrate the completion of 50 years of Project Tiger.
• 70 percent of the world's tiger population is found in India.
India to host World Telecommunication Standardisation Assembly in 2024
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• The World Telecommunications Standardisation Assembly-20 is a four-yearly global conference

of ITU dedicated to standardisation of the Information and Communications Technologies.
• India is going to host the World Telecommunication Standardisation Assembly next year, a step
to move forward in 5G and 6G networks, said Union Communication & IT Minister, Ashwini
Vaishnaw.
AIM opens application for school innovation challenge "ATL Marathon"
• Atal Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog opened applications for ‘ATL Marathon 2023-24’- a flagship
innovation challenge organised this year in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, YuWaah
and UNICEF.
• It is themed around “India’s 75th Republic Day”, with several problem statements on which student
teams can build projects like Space, Agriculture, Inclusivity, Disaster management etc.
EESL Launched National Efficient Cooking Programme
• Energy Efficiency Services Limited, under Ministry of Power, launched its National Efficient
Cooking Program and Energy Efficient Fans Programme.
• Unveiled by the Union Minister for Power and New & Renewable Energy Shri R. K. Singh, at an
event held in New Delhi.
• EESL will distribute 1 crore efficient BLDC fans and 20 Lakh energy-efficient induction cook stoves
nationwide under this event.
Sarbananda Sonowal to launch 1st International Cruise Liner in Mumbai
• Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal will launch the domestic
sailing of the first International Cruise Liner ‘COSTA SERENA’ in India at Mumbai.
• Costa Cruises is expected to carry approximately 45,000 passengers in its next 2 months voyages.
• Such cruise initiatives are part of ‘Dekho Apna Desh’.
ECI designed in-house software for election management through ENCORE
• The Election Commission of India has designed in-house software for complete Candidate and
election management through ‘ENCORE’ which stands for Enabling Communications on Real-
time Environment.
• This provides a seamless facility for Returning Officers to process candidate nomination, affidavit,
voter turnout, counting, results and data management.
PM Modi to inaugurate ‘World Food India 2023’ in New Delhi
• The three-day event is being organized by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries to showcase
the rich Indian food culture to the world.
• The Secretary of the Ministry of Food Processing Industries Anita Praveen mentioned that over
1200 exhibitors from 23 states and several countries will participate in the event.
• It is being held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.
NITI Aayog to host state-level innovation workshop in IIM Bangalore
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• In a strategic move to foster and nurture innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem throughout
India, Atal Innovation Mission is set to organize a peer-to-peer workshop focusing on the
development of state-level innovation ecosystems.
• The upcoming event is titled "Building State-level Innovation Ecosystems.”
• It is scheduled to take place from November 6th to 8th at IIM Bangalore.
Central Information Commission organizes Seminar on Cyber Security.
• The Central Information Commission organized a One Day Seminar on Cyber Security.
• Suresh Chandra, Information Commissioner graced the inaugural ceremony as Chief Guest, Mr.
Heeralal Samariya, Ms Saroj Punhani and Mr. Uday Mahurkar, Information Commissioners were
the Guests of Honour.
• Mr. Somnath Banerjee, CISO & Sr. Vice President Global Services delivered the keynote address.
NITI Aayog held Workshop on India-AU Collaboration.
• NITI Aayog organised a workshop on India-AU Collaboration for a Better inclusive World in
partnership with the Observer Research Foundation at the Taj Palace, New Delhi.
• It focused on deliberations to implement the commitments laid out in the New Delhi Leaders’
Declaration in G20 Conference.
• Initiatives on Inclusive Growth, Sustainable Infrastructure and Migration Management were
discussed.
WDRA commemorated its 17th Foundation Day on 1st November 2023.
• WDRA conducted a Seminar on the “Role of Financial Institutions in promoting e-NWR based
Pledge Finance.”
• WDRA stands for Warehousing Development and Regulatory Authority.
• It comes under the Department of Food and Public Distribution.
• It was held at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi.
• Sanjeev Chopra, Secretary, Department of Food and Public Distribution graced the occasion as
Chief Guest.
DoPPW launched Nationwide Digital Life Certificate Campaign 2.0
• Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare launched Nationwide Digital Life Certificate
Campaign 2.0 from 1st – 30th November, 2023.
• Nationwide Digital Life Certificate Campaign 2.0 is being organized at 500 locations in 100 cities
in all States/ UTs of India.
• Face Authentication Submission of Digital Life Certificate will make life certificate submission
easy and seamless for pensioners.
GoI approves $25 mn investment to Global Solar Facility under ISA.
• International Solar Alliance’s Global Solar Facility is set to receive a capital contribution of $35
million dollars.
• Government of India is considering a $25 million investment as capital contribution to the Global
Solar Facility.
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• ISA to provide $10 million to the GSF.

• Amidst a $12.5 trillion global renewable energy investment gap, the GSF steps up to bridge the
divide.
Indian Rly. to operate Bharat Gaurav train to North Eastern States
• IRCTC’s special tour offering to India’s North East covering Assam, Arunanchal Pradesh,
Nagaland, Tripura and Meghalaya.
• On November 16, 2023 from Delhi Safdarjung Railway Station on a 14 nights/15 days itinerary, the
train will depart.
• Deluxe AC Tourist Train with AC I, AC II & AC III classes will accommodate 204 tourists.
• Under “North East Discovery” tour, this arrangement has been done.
PM participates in program marking culmination of Meri Maati Mera Desh
• Lays foundation stone for Amrit Vatika and Amrit Mahotsav Memorial developed from soil
collected from every part of country.
• Presents Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Awards to top 3 performing States or Union Territories - 1.
Jammu and Kashmir, 2. Gujarat and 3. Haryana and Rajasthan.
• Launches ‘Mera Yuva Bharat’ - MY Bharat platform.
UNESCO: Kozhikode as City of Literature; Gwalior as City of Music
• The UNESCO has designated Kozhikode in Kerala as the City of Literature in its latest List of
Creative Cities Network. Besides Kozhikode, Gwalior has also found a place in the Network, as
the City of Music.
• 55 cities have been designated by the UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay in seven
creative fields like crafts and folk art, design, film, gastronomy, literature, media arts and music.
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Appointments Current Affairs

Rural Marketing Association of India appoints Puneet Vidyarthi as Prez
• Rural Marketing Association of India (RMAI), the premier body of rural marketers in India said it
has appointed Puneet Vidyarthi as its president for 2023-2025
• He is taking over from Biswabaran Chakrabarti.
• Puneet Vidyarthi is head of marketing, business development at CASE New Holland, a
construction equipment business.
Atal Dulloo appointed as J&K's new Chief Secretary
• Atal Dulloo has been appointed as the new chief secretary of Jammu and Kashmir.
• Dulloo will take over the post from Arun Kumar Mehta, who will retire on November 30.
• Dulloo is a 1989 batch IAS officer from Jammu and Kashmir and has served in various capacities
in UT, including as the additional chief secretary and financial commissioner before he was shifted
out from the UT.
Fino Payments Bank names Rajat Kumar Jain as Chairman
• The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved the nomination of Rajat Kumar Jain as Part-time
Chairman of Fino Payments Bank.
• Rajat Kumar Jain attended IIT Delhi and IIM Ahmedabad and currently serves as a non-executive
director on several boards, including Aditya Birla and Mahindra conglomerates.
• Rishi Gupta is Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of Fino Payments Bank.
Advocate S. Sundaresan sworn in as additional judge of Bombay HC
• Advocate Somasekhar Sundaresan was sworn in as an additional judge of the Bombay High
Court.
• Sundaresan was appointed as the additional judge on November 23 by the central government,
11 months after his name was recommended by the Supreme Court collegium.
• Bombay HC Chief Justice D K Upadhyaya administered the oath to Sundaresan.
AS-IT-IS Nutrition Signs Up Ravindra Jadeja
• AS-IT-IS Nutrition, a trusted leader in the fitness and sports nutrition sector, takes great pride in
welcoming Ravindra Jadeja, the celebrated Indian cricketer, to their distinguished brand
ambassador lineup.
• AS-IT-IS Nutrition stands out for its commitment to delivering nutritional products in their most
natural form, without any added fillers or additives.
Robert Shetkintong appointed High Commissioner of India to Mozambique
• The Ministry of External Affairs said in an official statement, Robert Shetkintong, has been
appointed as the High Commissioner of India to the Republic of Mozambique.
• He is a 2001 batch IFS officer.
• He is currently serving as the Ambassador of India to Ethiopia since 2020.
• He is expected to take up the assignment very soon.
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Col Sunita became 1st woman to command Armed Forces Transfusion center
• Armed Forces Transfusion Centre, Delhi Cantt, is the largest blood transfusion centre of the Armed
Forces.
• Graduating from the Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences Rohtak, Col Sunita holds a Post
Graduate degree (MD & DNB) in Pathology.
• AFTC has state-of-the-art facilities in the field of Transfusion Medicine including Stem Cell
cryopreservation, immune-hematology analyzers etc.
CAG G.C. Murmu elected vice-chair of UN external auditors’ panel
• The Comptroller and Auditor General Girish Chandra Murmu participated in the sixty-third session
of the Panel of External Auditors, held at the UN headquarters in New York where he was electrd
for the post.
• The Panel of External Auditors of UN has an essential duty to contribute to enhancing
accountability, transparency, and governance of the organizations that compose the United
Nations.
Lakshmi Ramakrishna Srinivas appointed as Additional Director of SIB
• Lakshmi Ramakrishna Srinivas, one of the pioneers in the field of banking, has been appointed as
Additional Director of South Indian Bank.
• She has been appointed as a non-executive independent director of the bank for a period of three
years from November 20, 2023.
• Lakshmi has 38 years of experience in the banking sector.
Sourav Ganguly named Brand Ambassador of West Bengal
• Former India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly was named the Brand Ambassador of West Bengal
by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on the opening day of the seventh global business summit in
Kolkata.
• Sourav Ganguly is the former president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), the
primary administrative body for the sport in the country.
Vinay Tonse appointed as SBI MD for two years
• Vinay M Tonse appointed as MD of State Bank of India till November 30, 2025.
• Before the appointment, Tonse was serving as the Deputy Managing Director at the PSU bank.
• The Deputy Manager of the state-owned bank was recommended by the Financial Services
Institutions Bureau for the senior post at SBI in September.
Luc Frieden becomes the Prime Minister of Luxembourg
• The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi congratulated Luc Frieden for becoming Prime Minister
of Luxembourg.
• Luxembourg is a small European country, surrounded by Belgium, France and Germany.
• Its capital, Luxembourg City, is famed for its fortified medieval old town.
• It has a population of 6.4 Lakhs.
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• It is a developed country with an advanced economy and one of the world's highest GDP (PPP)
Argentina elects 'shock therapy' libertarian Javier Milei as president
• Argentinians have elected Javier Milei as their next president, who is a self-proclaimed anarcho-
capitalist.
• With 55.8% of the votes, Milei’s victory marks the widest margin since Argentina’s return to
democracy in 1983, defying all poll predictions.
• His sensational rhetoric has drawn comparisons to former U.S. President Donald Trump.
Kotak Bank board appointed Ashok Vaswani as MD, CEO
• The Board of Directors of Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd. appointed Ashok Vaswani as a Director,
Managing Director & CEO and a key managerial personnel of the bank.
• He will take charge on January 1 upon Dipak Gupta’s term as the MD & CEO and a key managerial
personnel ending on December 31.
• He will be appointed for a period of three years.
Amit S Telang appointed as Indian envoy to the Caribbean Community
• The Ministry of External Affairs has announced that High Commissioner of India to the
Cooperative Republic of Guyana, Amit S Telang has been concurrently accredited as the Indian
Ambassador to the Caribbean Community (CARICOM).
• He is also the High Commissioner to the Federation of St Kitts and Nevis and Antigua and
Barbuda.
Former Indian defence secretary joins as advisor to USISPF Board
• Former Indian Defence Secretary Ajay Kumar has joined as an advisor to the Board at the US-
India Strategic and Partnership Forum.
• As the Defence Secretary of India, Kumar was tasked with the overall responsibility of defence
between August 2019 and October 2022.
• Dr Kumar brings in over three decades of expertise and understanding of nexus between defence
and critical and emerging technology.
Rear Admiral Rajesh Dhankhar takes over command of Eastern fleet
• RAdm Rajesh Dhankhar assumed command of the Eastern Fleet from RAdm Gurcharan Singh on
10 November 2023.
• RAdm Dhankhar, commissioned into the Navy in 1990, is a specialist in Navigation & Direction.
• His rich service record includes appointments on warships, command posts, training roles etc.
• He's a recipient of the Nao Sena Medal (Gallantry) for evacuation operations in Yemen in 2015.
3 judges appointed to SC; top court to now function with full strength
• Three high court chief justices were elevated to the SC and once they take oath, the top court will
function with its full strength of 34 judges.
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• Delhi High Court Chief Justice Satish Chandra Sharma, Rajasthan High Court Chief Justice
Augustine George Masih and Gauhati High Court Chief Justice Sandeep Mehta were appointed
at SC.
• Their names were recommended by the SC Collegium on November 6.
Pankaj Malhotra takes over as Member, Finance at AAI
• Executive Director of Central Electronics Limited, Pankaj Malhotra has taken over the charge of
the post of Member (Finance) at the Airports Authority of India.
• Prior to this appointment, Pankaj Malhotra was serving as Executive Director at Central
Electronics Limited, a GoI enterprise under the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research,
Ministry of Science and Technology.
AMFI appoints Venkat Nageswar Chalasani as new chief executive
• Industry body Association of Mutual Funds in India said it has appointed Venkat Nageswar
Chalasani, former deputy managing director of State Bank of India, as its new chief executive.
• This announcement followed the end of NS Venkatesh's tenure, who served two consecutive
terms.
• The new chief executive would focus on the mutual fund industry's growth aspects and AMFI 2.0
strategy.
Hitesh Kumar S Makwana appointed Surveyor General of India
• Senior bureaucrat Hitesh Kumar S Makwana has been appointed as Surveyor General of India as
part of a senior-level bureaucratic reshuffle effected by the Centre.
• Makwana, a 1995-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the Tamil Nadu cadre, is
currently an Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Dabur appoints former CEC Sushil Chandra as new independent director
• Dabur India Limited has recently announced the appointment of former Chief Election
Commissioner of India and former Chairman of Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), Sushil
Chandra as an Additional Director in the category of Non-Executive Independent Director.
• Chandra has been appointed as an Independent Director for a period of 5 years, subject to
approval of shareholders.
Indian-origin New Jersey Senator Vin Gopal re-elected for 3rd term
• Vin Gopal, an Indian-American state Senator, won a third term in New Jersey Senate.
• He triumphed the election, securing nearly 60% vote and overturning the district’s Assembly seats
control.
• He became the youngest member of the New Jersey State Senate at 38.
• He is the first South Asian American Senator in New Jersey's history.
Heeralal Samariya sworn-in as Chief Information Commissioner
• President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath of office to him at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
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• Mr. Samariya was currently serving as the Information Commissioner in the Central Information
Commission.
• Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Minister of State for Personnel
Dr Jitendra Singh were present on the occasion.
PM Modi re-elected as the chairman of Shree Somnath Trust
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi's tenure as the chairman of the Shree Somnath Trust has been
extended by five years.
• During a meeting of the board, various aspects of the temple's operations were discussed,
including how to enhance the pilgrimage experience through the use of technology.
• The trust has launched a video highlighting the history and traditions of the temple.
Surendra Kumar Adhana re-elected at UN Advisory Committee
• Ruchira Kamboj expresses gratitude on re-election of Indian candidate to UN advisory committee.
• India's permanent mission to the UN in New York announced that Adhana has been re-elected.
• The Advisory Committee is an expert Committee of 21 members elected by the General Assembly
for a period of three years, on the basis of a broad geographical representation.
IPS officer Pravin Madhukar Pawar appointed as CBI joint director
• Senior IPS officer Pravin Madhukar Pawar has been appointed the joint director in the Central
Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for five years.
• Pawar is a 2003 batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of Karnataka cadre.
• The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved his appointment to the post of joint
director, CBI, for five years.
RBI appoints Manoranjan Mishra as new Executive Director
• Manoranjan Mishra has been appointed as Executive Director by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
• In his role as Executive Director, Mishra will oversee the Enforcement Department, Risk Monitoring
Department, and Department of External Investments & Operations.
• Prior to this, he was serving as the Chief General Manager in the Department of Regulation.
SC appoints Justice S.R. Chowdhury as Permanent Judge of Calccutta HC.
• The Supreme Court Collegium consisting of Chief Justice of India Dhananjaya Y Chandrachud,
Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul and Justice Sanjiv Khanna, have recommended Additional Judge
Justice Siddhartha Roy Chowdhury as permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court.
• Earlier the Chief Justice of the Calcutta HC had recommended his appointment with concurrence
of WB Chief Minister and Governor.
Justice Rajendra Menon appointed as Chairman of Armed Forces Tribunal
• Former Delhi High Court Chief Justice Rajendra Menon has been re-appointed as Chairman of
the Armed Forces Tribunal for four years.
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• Justice Menon began his judicial career as an additional judge of the Madhya Pradesh High Court
on April 1, 2002, and his dedication and expertise led to his elevation to the position of a
permanent judge in 2003.
Deepesh Nanda appointed as CEO & MD of Tata Power Renewable Energy
• Tata Power said Deepesh Nanda has been appointed as President-Renewables and CEO & MD
of its subsidiary Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited.
• Nanda brings with him 28 years of experience across companies like GE, Flowserve and Tyco.
• He joins Tata Power from GE Gas Power, where he was the Chief Executive Officer for South Asia.
Saima Wazed to lead World Health Organization's South-East Asia Region
• Bangladesh's Saima Wazed has been nominated to lead the World Health Organisation South-
East Asia Region.
• Member countries voted to nominate her as the next Regional Director of the United Nation's
health body, according to WHO South East Asia Region Office.
• Wazed is a clinical psychologist and the daughter of Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
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Obituaries Current Affairs

Henry Kissinger, American diplomat and Nobel winner, dead at 100
• Henry Kissinger, a diplomatic powerhouse had played role as a national security adviser and
secretary of state under two presidents.
• Heleft an indelible mark on U.S. foreign policy and earned him a controversial Nobel Peace Prize.
• He died at age 100.
• He is known to be the person who had engineered the downfall of USSR, the then world
superpower.
Veteran Gujarati photo journalist Zaverilal Mehta passed away
• PM Narendra Modi expressed deep grief over the demise of Veteran Gujarati photo journalist Shri
Zaverilal Mehta.
• Zaverilal Dalpatram Mehta was an Indian photographer and the recipient of the Padma Sri
civilian award in 2018 for his contribution to the fields of literature and educational journalism.
• He died on 27 November 2023, at the age of 96.
S.S. Badrinath, founder of Chennai’s Sankara Nethralaya passes away
• S.S. Badrinath, founder of Chennai’s Sankara Nethralaya passes away.
• Dr Badrinath also served as a consultant in opthalmology to the Indian Armed Forces.
• Dr SS Badrinath was awarded the Padma Shri in 1983 and the Padma Vibhushan in 1999.
Justice M. Fathima Beevi, passes away at age of 96
• Justice M. Fathima Beevi, the first female Judge to be appointed to the Supreme Court of India,
passed away at the age of 96 in Kollam in Kerala.
• She was born in Kerala in 1927.
• As a Supreme Court judge, she became the first Muslim woman in the higher judiciary and the
first woman to become a Supreme Court Justice in an Asian country.
Malayalam novelist P Valsala passes away at the age of 85
• Noted Malayalam novelist and short story writer P Valsala passes away at the age of 85.
• She was known as the narrator Thirunelli, as several of her works depicted the life of the tribals in
the Wayanad district.
• Valsala also served as the President of the Kerala Sahitya Academy.
• She was conferred several awards including the Ezuthachchan Puraskaram and the Kerala
Sahithya Academy Award.
Former Head of 'Soka Gakkai': Daisaku Ikeda passed away
• In Japan, the former head of the largest religious Buddhist organisation 'Soka Gakkai', Daisaku
Ikeda passed away.
• He was 95.
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• With 12 million members worldwide, Soka Gakkai is a global community-based Buddhist

organization that promotes peace centered on respect for the dignity of life is well-known for its
celebrity connections.
Former governor of the RBI, S Venkitaramapasses away
• Former governor of the Reserve Bank of India, S Venkitaramanan, who helmed the central bank
in the crucial crisis years of 1990-91, passed away after a brief illness.
• He was 92.
• Known for his courage in making tough choices, former RBI Governor Venkitaramanan also
spearheaded banking and exchange rate reforms during his tenure.
'Dhoom' Director Sanjay Gadhvi passed away at 56.
• Dhoom director Sanjay Gadhvi passed away at his Mumbai residence, on 19 November.
• He was 56 years old.
• Gadhvi made his directorial debut with Tere Liye in 2000.
• The director also worked on Mere Yaar Ki Shaadi Hai in 2002, which was his first project with Yash
Raj Films.
Renowned art historian BN Goswamy passed away at 90
• BN Goswamy, a Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri awardee, was suffering from prolonged lung
infection.
• He breathed his last around 4.40 am at PGIMER, Chandigarh.
• Born on August 15, 1933, at Sargodha in undivided Punjab, BN Goswamy completed much of his
education in Hoshiarpur, where his father was posted as a judge. He moved to Chandigarh as
professor of history.
Sahara Group chief Subrata Roy dies
• Subrata Roy, the founder of Sahara India Pariwar, passed away on November 14.
• He was 75.
• Born in Bihar's Araria in 1948, he made a modest start with a capital for only Rs 2,000 to build
Sahara India.
• Eventually he shifted to Lucknow in the 1990s and made the city the headquarters of his group.
Doyen of Indian hospitality PRS Oberoi passed away
• Chairman Emeritus of The Oberoi Group Prithvi Raj Singh Oberoi, widely known as the doyen of
Indian hospitality, passed away on Tuesday, leaving behind a rich legacy.
• He was 94 years old.
• He was known as the man who changed the face of the hotel business in India.
Noted Telugu actor Shri Chandra Mohan Garu passed away
• The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief on the passing away of noted
Telugu actor, Shri Chandra Mohan Garu.
• He is known for his works predominantly in Telugu films.
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• He won a Filmfare Award South and two Nandi Awards.

• Mohan suffered cardiac-related issues and was admitted in Hyderabad.
• He died at around 9:45 AM on 11 November 2023 at the age of 78.
Former Karnataka Law minister D. B. Chandregowda passed away
• Daradahalli Byregowda Chandregowda was a Speaker of Karnataka Legislative Assembly, three-
term MLA, one-term MLC, and Member of Parliament—three-term from Lok Sabha and one-term
from Rajya sabha.
• He was born at Daradahalli of Mudigere Taluk, Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka on 26 August
1936 to D. A. Byre Gowda and Puttamma.
• He died on 7th November 2023 due to health issues.
Former Odisha Assembly speaker Maheswar Mohanty passed away at 67
• Mohanty, who was also a former minister, was 67.
• He was admitted to the hospital on November 1 after suffering a cerebral stroke and died at 3.25
a.m. on 7th November.
• Mohanty was elected to the Odisha Assembly from Puri constituency five times.
• He was the speaker of the assembly from 2004 to 2008.
Padma Shri awardee writer Leela Omchery passes away in Kerala
• Eminent singer, musicologist and writer Leela Omchery, passed away at the age of 94 years.
• Proficient in Carnatic, Hindustani, Sopanam and folk music, she was honoured her with Padma
Shri in 2008.
• She was survived by husband, well-known playwright Omchery N N Pillai, and children Sreedeep
Omchery.
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Science and Technology Current Affairs

Adani Total Gas Ltd. launched Green Hydrogen Blending Pilot Project
• Adani Total Gas Ltd. (ATGL), co-promoted by the Adani Group and TotalEnergies, announced the
initiation of a pioneering 'Green Hydrogen Blending Pilot Project'.
• ATGL will employ the latest technologies to blend Green Hydrogen with natural gas for over 4000
customers at Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
• GH2 is produced using electrolysis of water with electricity generated by renewable energy.
IndiGo introduced AI chat assistant called "6Eskai"
• IndiGo has unveiled its latest AI chatbot powered by groundbreaking GPT-4 technology, 6Eskai.
• It has been developed in-house by IndiGo's digital team in collaboration with Microsoft.
• 6Eskai efficiently addresses customer queries in 10 different languages and introduces a first-of-
its-kind platform for booking tickets across the airline's entire network.
Indian immunologicals launched measles & rubella vaccine for children
• Vaccine maker Indian Immunologicals Ltd (IIL) launched its measles and rubella (MR) vaccine for
children.
• The live attenuated MR vaccine has been developed by Indian Immunologicals Ltd through an
exclusive partnership with Vietnam’s Polyvac Institute.
• The vaccine was rolled out on the occasion of the 25th year of the establishment of IIL’s Human
Biologics Institute.
Production of four generic cost-effective medicines begins in India
• The Union Health Ministry said the production of four generic cost-effective medicines has begun
in the country to bring down the exorbitant cost and provide relief to patients with rare diseases.
• These drugs are now available in the market for the treatment of four types of rare diseases which
are Tyrosinemia Type 1, Gaucher’s Disease, Wilson’s Disease and Dravet-Lennox Gastaut
Syndrome.
IIT-Ropar researchers discover rare metal in Sutlej
• The discovery of tantalum in Sutlej is not only significant for Punjab but for India, given its value
in terms of its use in electronics and semi-conductors.
• The discovery was made by a team of the institute’s Civil Engineering Department.
• The researchers were working on an unrelated project when they stumbled upon the metal in
samples collected from the Sutlej basin.
IISR develops high-yielding black pepper variety ‘Chandra’
• Spice research institute ICAR-IISR Kozhikode has completed genome sequencing of high-yielding
new black pepper variety ‘Chandra.’
• The ‘IISR Chandra’ variety has a long spike, compact setting, and bold berries.
• It also showed optimal spike intensity greater than that of other existing varieties and can yield
7.5 kg pepper per vine.
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India's first information platform on Incubators & Accelerators

• IIT Madras’ Centre for Research on Start-ups and Risk Financing (CREST) has developed India’s
first information platform on incubators and accelerators in collaboration with YNOS, an IIT
Madras-incubated start-up.
• The AI-powered platform consists of comprehensive information on incubators and accelerators.
NeevCloud launches the country's first Made in India AI SuperCloud
• NeevCloud, announced the launch of the country's first AI SuperCloud.
• The company aims to make India self-reliant on AI and Supercomputing and help users in
resolving India's core challenges by deploying AI cloud infrastructure including 40,000 GPUs and
storage worth $1.5 billion by 2026.
• It will provide the world's lowest prices for Cloud GPUs at $1.69/hour.
Scientists discovered ‘Kill Switch' to eliminate cancer cells
• Scientists from the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center in, California, have made a significant
breakthrough by discovering a ‘kill switch’ that triggers the death of cancer cells.
• The researchers identified a protein on a receptor, known as CD95 receptors or Fas, which can be
designed to induce self-destruction in cancer cells when activated.
NASA, ISRO joint space mission to map globe in every 12 days
• The NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) is set to be launched in the first quarter of 2024
after a few tests, particularly those related to vibration, NASA officials have said.
• NISAR will provide spatially and temporally consistent data for understanding changes in the
Earth's ecosystems, ice mass, vegetation biomass, sea level rise, ground water and natural
hazards.
Mika becomes world's first robot CEO, thinks she's better than Musk
• In the era where many workers are worrying about artificial intelligence replacing their jobs, one
company has announced that it is hiring the first humanoid robot chief executive officer.
• Dictador, a spirit brand based in Colombia’s Cartagena, has gone viral for appointing Mika, who
is manifested as a robot.
• Mika is a research project between Hanson Robotics and Dictador.
IARI develops Pusa-2090 paddy variety to tackle stubble burning
• Amid the challenges of paddy stubble burning and air pollution in Delhi- NCR region, the Indian
Agricultural Research Institute, Delhi has developed a high-yielding short-duration variety namely
Pusa-2090.
• It is an improved version of currently used Pusa-44. Pusa-2090 variety matures in only 120 to 125
days as compared to Pusa-44 which takes 155 to 160 days to mature.
ISRO’s Aditya L1 mission captures its first high-energy solar flare
• The Indian Space Researcher Organisation’s Aditya L1 solar probe mission has completed an
important milestone—it captured its first high-energy solar flare in X-ray.
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• During its first observation period from approximately 12:00 to 22:00 UT on October 29, 2023, the
High Energy L1 Orbiting X-ray Spectrometer (HEL1OS) on board Aditya-L1 has recorded the
impulsive phase of solar flares.
CO2-to-CO conversion tech offers steel sector carbon & energy savings
• The National Centre of Excellence in Carbon Capture and Utilization at IIT Bombay, supported
by the Department of Science and Technology, has been engaged in the development of scalable
and cost-effective methods for capturing CO2 emissions from diverse sources.
• The conversion of CO2 into usable chemicals or permanent storage holds immense promise for
mitigating greenhouse gas emissions.
Krishi 24/7: 1st-ever AI-powered agricultural news monitoring system
• Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare in collaboration with Wadhwani Institute for
Artificial Intelligence developed Krishi 24/7, the first-ever AI-powered solution for automated
agricultural news monitoring and analysis.
• The introduction of Krishi 24/7 addresses the need for an efficient mechanism to manage
agricultural news articles of interest to aid timely decision-making.
IIT Kanpur establishes CoE named ATMAN to monitor air quality
• The CoE ATMAN focuses on building indigenous low-cost sensor manufacturing and to enhance
air quality.
• CoE ATMAN aims to translate sustainable technologies and business models into products with
cutting edge technology.
• Under ATMAN, AMRIT, will deploy a dense Sensor Ambient Air Quality Monitor network with 1,400
nodes across rural areas in the states of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh.
New Mars ice map reveals key insights for exploration missions
• The Subsurface Water Ice Mapping Project (SWIM) has created a map of Mars, indicating regions
where NASA missions have detected subsurface water ice.
• This map will help to identify potential landing sites for the first astronauts on Mars.
• Water ice on Mars is crucial for drinking, rocket fuel, and other purposes, as the planet’s thin
atmosphere cannot sustain liquid water.
Know About: SWIM Project
• The Subsurface Water Ice Mapping (SWIM) project is a NASA-funded project that aims to detect
where there’s most likely water ice beneath Martian ground.
• The project also aims to locate the best places to access water ice buried under the Martian.
• The SWIM project uses the High-Resolution Imaging Science Experiment (HiRISE) to study fresh
impact craters.
IIT: Tiny carbon ‘flowers’ turn light to heat at unrivalled efficiency
• Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay have created carbon nanoflorets
that can efficiently convert sunlight into heat.
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• Carbon nanoflorets are a unique nanostructure composed of carbon atoms arranged in a

distinctive floret-like morphology.
• They have a high surface area.
Innovative Drug Formulation Offers New Hope for Scorpion Sting Patient
• The new drug comprising of low doses of commercial equine anti-scorpion antivenom for
inhibiting the Indian red scorpion venom-induced toxicity and associated symptoms.
• The scientists from the Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology, under Department
of Science and Technology and researchers from Tezpur University & NIELIT, Guwahati have
invented it.
IIT Guwahati incubated startup builds robot to clean petrol tanks
• The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati incubated Startup Beta Tank Robotics has
developed two robotic solutions that efficiently maintain and clean petroleum tanks.
• It eliminates the need for human entry for this hazardous task.
• These robots are a valuable addition to the oil industry, making it safer, more cost-effective, and
environmentally responsible.
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Sports Current Affairs

Hockey Nationals 2023: Punjab defeats Haryana to clinch title
• Punjab claimed the Gold medal after their penalty shootout triumph over defending Champions
Haryana in the Final of the 13th Hockey India Senior Men's National Championship 2023 at the
Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium, Chennai.
• Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu overcame Karnataka in penalty shootouts to claim the Bronze Medal.
• This was Punjab’s fourth title in 13 editions.
Syed Modi India intl. badminton championship launched in Lucknow, UP
• The Syed Modi India international badminton championship world tour Super 300 kicked off in
Lucknow city of Uttar Pradesh.
• Organised by the UP badminton association under the aegis of the Badminton Association of
India, the prestigious tournament will be held.
• Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Yogi Adityanath has inaugurated the event.
India's Aditi Ashok Wins Ladies European Tour Season-ending Event
• Aditi Ashok held her nerve to pull off a two-shot win over Anne Van Dam in the Andalucia Costa
del Sol Open de Espana, which is the year-ending tournament on the Ladies European Tour, at
Real Club de Golf Las Brisas.
• Aditi, who won the season-opener in Kenya, completed the unique feat of winning the opening
and closing events of the season on the Tour.
• India’s Diksha Dagar finished seventh.
China Masters Badminton 2023: Satwiksairaj -Chirag runner up
• In the China Masters Badminton 2023, Indian duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty lost
to the World No 1 Chinese pair of Liang Wei Keng and Wang Chang 19-21, 21-18, and 19-21 in the
men's doubles final.
• The Indian pair showed remarkable improvement to level the score in second game.
• However the Chinese pair won the third and final game to clinch the title.
Ujjwala, the sparrow, as mascot for Khelo India Para Games 2023
• First-ever Khelo India Para Games 2023 logo and mascot Ujjwala were launched in New Delhi.
• 'Ujjwala', a sparrow, was unveiled as the official mascot of Khelo India - Para Games 2023.
• The little sparrow is a symbol of the pride of Delhi and its uniqueness portrays determination and
empathy.
Vidya Pillai clinch the World 6 Red Women Championships title at Doha
• In the World 6 Red Women Snooker Championships, Vidya Pillai secured Gold to clinch the title
of World Champion.
• In the final, she defeated compatriot Anupama Ramachandran by 4-1 frames, who settled for
Silver.
• Vidya earlier defeated top seed Bai Yulu of China by 4-3 frames in semi-final round.
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Sensational Sinner steers Italy to Davis Cup glory over Australia

• Italy won the Davis Cup for the first time since 1976, defeating Australia 2-0 in the final in Malaga.
• Jannik Sinner's dominant performance, including crushing Alex de Minaur in the second singles
rubber, secured the victory.
• The victory followed Matteo Arnaldi's hard-fought win against Alexei Popyrin.
• Sinner defeated world number one Novak Djokovic twice in one day in the semifinals.
Ishwar Sharma won Gold medal at European Yoga Sports Championship
• A 13-year-old Indian-origin Yoga prodigy from south-east England with several awards under his
belt has added another Gold Medal to his tally at the European Yoga Sports Championship in
Sweden.
• Ishwar Sharma is from Sevenoaks in Kent, U.K.
• He started taking up Yoga when he was three years old after seeing his father practise daily and
went on to win several World Yoga Championships.
Anish Bhanwala won Bronze in men’s rapid fire pistol event in ISSF WC
• In Shooting, Indian shooter Anish Bhanwala won the bronze medal in the men’s 25m rapid fire
pistol event at the ISSF World Cup Final 2023.
• It took place in Doha, Qatar.
• Competing at the Lusail Shooting Range, Anish Bhanwala scored 27 out of 35 for third place in
the final.
• It was also the first medal for India in the men’s 25m rapid fire pistol event in the ISSF World Cup
Final history.
Anahat Singh becomes second youngest to win National Squash Champion
• In a remarkable achievement, 15-year-old Anahat Singh secured the women's title at the Senior
National Squash Championship in Chennai, becoming the second-youngest player to accomplish
this feat.
• Anahat emerged victorious against Tanvi Khanna, who had to retire due to an injury.
• Velavan Senthilkumar clinched the men's title by defeating Abhay Singh.
The Second Season of Ultimate Kho-Kho League held in Bhubaneswar
• The player auction for second season of Ultimate Kho Kho (UKK) was successfully held in
Bhubaneswar.
• Six franchises drafted from players.
• Odisha Juggernauts, Chennai Quick Guns, Gujarat Giants, Mumbai Khiladis, Rajasthan Warriors,
and Telugu Yoddhas were the six teams that will be participating in the tournament.
• Defending champion: Odisha Juggernauts
Indian Grapplers Conquer Moscow World Championship, Secure 105 Medals
• The Indian Grappling team emerged as champions at the Moscow Grappling World
Championship held in Russia from November 17 to 19.
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• The event, featuring participants from 19 countries worldwide, witnessed India securing the
prestigious title by clinching a total of 105 medals.
• It includes 23 gold medals, 30 silver medals, and 52 bronze medals.
1st edition of Khelo India Para Games to be held from 10-17 December
• Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Anurag Singh Thakur has announced that the first edition of the
Khelo India Para Games will be held from 10 to 17 December in New Delhi.
• Over 1350 participants from across the country will participate in 7 disciplines of the sport.
16th World Wushu Championship (USA): Roshibina Devi wins silver
• Asian Games silver medallist Roshibina Devi lost to Vietnam’s Thi Thu Nguyen in the final of the
women’s 60kg category at the 16th World Wushu Championship.
• India ended its campaign with one silver and two bronze.
• Kushal Kumar won a bronze medal in men’s 48kg Sanda category.
• Chhavi also won a bronze medal in women’s 48kg weight category.
ICC banned Transgender players from International Women's Cricket
• The ICC said it was taking the decision to protect the integrity of international women's game
and the safety of players.
• The board finalised the new policy after a nine-month consultation process with cricket's
stakeholders, with the final decision taken by the board.
• The ICC on Tuesday banned transgender cricketers from participating in women's cricket at the
highest level.
Gautam Gambhir returns to Kolkata Knight Riders as 'Mentor'
• Gautam Gambhir was named 'Mentor' of Shah Rukh Khan-owned-Kolkata Knight Riders, an IPL
franchise that won its two championships under his able leadership back in 2012 and 2014.
• Gambhir, the hero of India's T20 and 50 over World Cup victories, had led KKR from 2011 to 2017
before parting ways and for the past two seasons was at helm of Lucknow Super Giants as their
'Mentor.
Pankaj Advani wins World Billiards Championship for 26th time
• Indian cueist Pankaj Advani rallied to win the IBSF World Billiards Championship title for a
staggering 26th time.
• He defeated his compatriot Sourav Kothari in the final.
• Trailing 26-180 in the first hour, Advani rallied to defeat the 2018 world champion Kothari 1000–
416 in a rematch of last year's title clash in Kuala Lumpur.
Novak Djokovic won an outright record seventh title at the ATP Finals
• Novak Djokovic won an outright record seventh title at the ATP Finals, defeating Jannik Sinner 6-
3 6-3 in Turin, Italy.
• The victory capped off a stunning year for Djokovic, adding to the grand slam titles he won at the
Australian, French and US Opens.
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• The 36-year-old now begins a record-extending 400th week at the top of the world rankings.
Max Verstappen won the Las Vegas Grand Prix 2023
• Max Verstappen emerged on top at the end of an action-packed Las Vegas Grand Prix, beating
Ferrari rival Charles Leclerc and Red Bull team mate Sergio Perez.
• Verstappen lit up the timesheets in the final laps for a landmark win in the City of Lights.
• Max Emilian Verstappen is a Belgian and Dutch racing driver and the 2021, 2022, and 2023
Formula One World Champion.
Virat Kohli's wax statue to be installed in Jaipur Wax Museum
• A statue of star cricketer Virat Kohli will be installed in the Wax Museum at Nahargarh Fort in
Jaipur.
• Virat Kohli completed 50 centuries in one-day cricket.
• A wax statue of Mahendra Singh Dhoni, known as the 'Captain Cool' of cricket, is also installed at
the Jaipur Wax Museum.
• Anup Srivastava, Founder Director of Jaipur Wax Museum.
IND-AUS World Cup Final: Australia lifts its 6th world cup title.
• Australia beat India by six wickets at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad to lift the 2023
ODI World Cup trophy.
• The Aussies won the 1987, 1999, 2003, 2007, 2015 and 2023 editions.
• Australia’s Travis Head was declared the Player of the Match in his side’s 2023 ODI World Cup
final.
• India’s Virat Kohli has been named the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Player of the
Tournament.
India beat Kuwait 1-0 In FIFA World Cup 2nd round Qualifiers
• India started off their second-round journey in the FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC Qualifiers with a 1-
0 victory over Kuwait, marking their first win against a Middle Eastern nation this year.
• Manvir Singh scored with a left-footed shot in the 75th minute as he connected with a Lallianzuala
Chhangte cross to help India win the match at the Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium.
AIFF-FIFA talent academy to be launched in Bhubaneswar on November 21
• AIFF-FIFA academy, a world-class football academy, will be launched here on November 21.
• It will come up under the FIFA Talent Development Scheme (TDS).
• FIFA has chosen Bhubaneswar to set up India’s first AIFF-FIFA Talent Academyto nurture football
talents in the country.
• The academy will be inaugurated by Arsene Wenger, the chief of global football development,
FIFA.
Rohit Sharma becomes first batsman to hit 50 sixes in World Cup
• Rohit Sharma became the first batsman in the World Cup to hit 50 or more sixes and breaking
Chris Gayle's record of hitting 49 sixes.
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• Rohit Sharma has also got another record to his name for hitting the most number of sixes in a
single edition of the World Cup.
• Rohit Sharma also completed his 2,000 runs as captain of India in 44 matches.
Mohammed Shami: ODI World Cup's fastest player to reach 50 wickets
• The right-arm pacer Shami became the fastest bowler to claim 50 wickets in the history of the
ODI World Cup.
• Shami achieved the feat in 17 innings, breaking the record previously held by Australian pace
spearhead Mitchell Starc, who took 19 innings.
• He is also the first Indian bowler to get to the landmark and seventh overall to complete 50
wickets in the World Cup.
3rd Hockey India Senior Women Inter Department National Championship
• In a sporting environment and thrilling atmosphere, Shri Hardeep Singh Puri, Hon’ble Minister of
Petroleum and Natural Gas & Housing and Urban Affairs inaugurated the 3rd Hockey India Senior
Women Inter Department National Championship 2023 and the tournament trophy at Shivaji
Stadium.
• The tournament is being hosted by Indian Oil Corporation limited.
Kohli smashes records with 50th ODI century
• Virat Kohli broke two significant records held by Sachin Tendulkar during the World Cup semi-
final against New Zealand in Mumbai.
• He became the first to score 50 ODI centuries - surpassing Tendulkar's 49 - and also broke
Tendulkar's record for most runs in a single edition of the ODI World Cup.
• He become the first batter to score 700 runs in a ODI World Cup.
Parneet Kaur beats Jyothi Surekha Vennam for gold
• Teenager Parneet Kaur got the better of the seasoned Jyothi Surekha Vennam to win the gold
medal in the women’s compound archery event at the Asian Archery Championships 2023 in
Bangkok, Thailand.
• Six of seven medals for India at the Asian championships came in the non-Olympic compound
archery events.
• India end with seven medals.
Mohammed Siraj replaced as No.1 ODI bowler by Keshav Maharaj
• Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj's reign as the world's number one bowler in ODIs lasted barely a
week as he was replaced by South African spinner Keshav Maharaj.
• The updated rankings on Tuesday showed the South African spinner as the top-ranked bowler.
• Since November 1, Maharaj has taken seven wickets in three matches in the World Cup, including
a four-for versus New Zealand in Pune.
Jadeja surpasses Kumble, Yuvraj to set new World Cup record for India
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• During the India-New Zealand match, Ravindra Jadeja made history by claiming a two-wicket
haul in the second innings.
• The versatile all-rounder surpassed the legendary Anil Kumble and Yuvraj Singh as the Indian
spinner with the most wickets in a single World Cup edition.
• Jadeja's tally reached 16 in this campaign, one more than Kumble (1996) and Yuvraj (2011).
F Zoramchhana of Mizoram won Super Bantamweight WBC India Boxing Title
• F Zoramchhana of Mizoram secured a hard-fought victory against Adil Rajesh Singh in a highly-
anticipated Super Bantamweight WBC India Title contest.
• A boisterous full-capacity crowd witnessed an extraordinary display of talent during the WBC
India National Titles on November 10 and 11.
• Zoramchhana (7-3-0) defeated Adil Rajesh Singh (9-4-2) in an intense eight-round points decision.
Odisha signs MOU with AMNS India to establish Kho Kho High Performance
• In a significant stride towards nurturing Kho Kho talent in the state, in the presence of Chief
Minister Naveen Patnaik, Odisha Government inked a Memorandum of Understanding with
Arcelor Mittal Nippon Steel to establish a High-Performance Centre in Kho Kho.
• Odisha will contribute infrastructure support, while AMNS will provide experienced and dedicated
coaches to elevate the level of Kho Kho
Hayley Matthews bags ICC Women's Player of the Month award for October
• West Indies captain Hayley Matthews bagged her second ICC Women's Player of the Month
award after starring in her side's T20I series against defending world champions Australia.
• After a strong month of play against Australia, Matthews held off determined bids from
Bangladesh spinner Nahida Akter and New Zealand all-rounder Amelia Kerr to become ICC
Women's player of the month.
New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra claims ICC Men's Player of Month award
• On the back of a series of memorable knocks in the group stages of the ICC World Cup 2023 in
India, New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra claimed the ICC Men's Player of the Month award for
October 2023.
• Ravindra beat India's speedster Jasprit Bumrah and South Africa opener Quinton de Kock for the
prestigious accolade after a scorching start to the 2023 World Cup, claiming his award.
Asian Championship: Parneet bags maiden individual gold
• Teenager Parneet Kaur secured the biggest win of her career when she pipped ace Indian
compound archer Jyothi Surekha Vennam to clinch the individual crown at the Asian
Championships.
• Compound archers once again overshadowed their recurve teammates as India bagged three
gold, one silver, and three bronze medals.
• Of the seven medals, only a solitary bronze came from the recurve section.
Meg Lanning retires from international cricket
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• Meg Lanning, captain of Australia's all-conquering women's team, announced her retirement from
international cricket after a decorated 13-year-old career in which she won seven world titles,
including five as skipper.
• The 31-year-old also led Australia to a Commonwealth Games gold medal last year and is the
country's leading run-getter across formats with 8352 runs in 241 games.
National Games: Boxer Manish Kaushik wins Gold
• Back after a seven-month injury lay-off, Olympian boxer Manish Kaushik reminded the critics of
his prowess in the men's light welterweight category by winning the gold medal at the 37th
National Games in Goa and is now looking forward to qualifying for the Paris Olympics.
• Down with L4 and L5 disc pain, the 2019 world championships bronze medallist was out of action.
Maharashtra: 1st state in National Games to cross 200 medal tally
• Maharashtra has so far bagged 203 medals including 70 Gold.
• Services Sport Control Board also continued its second position in medal tally with a total of 112
medals including 55 Gold medals.
• While Haryana stood at third position with a total of 145 medals including 50 gold medals.
• The 37th National Games is being held in Goa.
Mehuli Ghosh clinches 10m air rifle gold in National Games, Goa
• On Tuesday, at the Mandrem Ranges, Mehuli demonstrated an impressive display of consistency
in her performance.
• Outputting a total of 633.1 points during the initial qualification round, she managed to top the
qualification chart, further cementing her strong start to the competition.
• She belongs to West Bengal.
• The 37th National Games is being held at Goa.
India takes the top spot in the FIDE Grand Swiss Open.
• On November 5, India celebrated a historic moment as both Vidit Gujrathi and R. Vaishali
emerged victorious at the Grand Swiss tournament, securing coveted spots in the tournament.
• Vidit Gujrathi, a brilliant Indian chess player, was seeded 15th in the open tournament.
• In the women’s section of the Grand Swiss tournament, R. Vaishali‘s journey to victory was equally
impressive.
Indian women's hockey team climbs to 6th spot in FIH World Rankings
• Following their stellat performance in the Jharkhand Women's Asian Champions Trophy Ranchi
2023, the Indian Women's Hockey Team are now ranked as the sixth best women's hockey team
in the world, with 2368.83 points.
• The Netherlands continues to be ranked as the best women's hockey team in the world with
3422.40 points, followed by Australia in the second place.
Sri Lanka sacks entire Cricket Board following defeat against India
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• Following outrage over Sri Lanka's humiliating 302-run defeat against India in the ongoing Cricket
World Cup, Sri Lankan Sports Minister Roshan Ranasinghe suspended the whole Sri Lanka Cricket
(SLC) board.
• Ranasinghe also appointed an Interim Committee for Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), chaired by World
Cup-winning captain Arjuna Ranatunga.
• The current committee stands "Temporally Suspended."
Novak Djokovic beats Grigor Dimitrov to win 7th Paris Masters title
• Novak Djokovic secured his seventh Paris Masters title with a resounding 6-4, 6-3 victory over
Grigor Dimitrov in the final, edging closer to clinching the year-end number-one ranking for an
eighth time.
• The 36-year-old surpassed his own record as the tournament's oldest champion, notching his 40th
Masters 1000 title and extending his winning streak to 18 matches.
Max Verstappen wins the Sao Paulo Grand Prix
• Max Verstappen claimed the record, beating Norris and Alonso in the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
• Red Bull's Max Verstappen drove confidently to a commanding victory in the Sao Paulo Grand
Prix, giving him a record-breaking 17th victory in 2023.
Sunil Narine announces retirement from international cricket
• West Indies all-rounder Sunil Narine announced his retirement from international cricket.
• The West Indies all-rounder, who had an illustrious eight-year career representing the Windies,
last played for Men in Maroon in August 2019 in a T20I match.
• He played for West Indies in 122 international games, which included six Tests, 65 ODIs and 51
T20Is.
• He picked up 165 wickets in his career.
India's spinner Kuldeep Yadav completes 250 international wickets
• The spinner reached this milestone during India's ICC Cricket World Cup match against South
Africa at Eden Gardens.
• In 138 international matches, Kuldeep has 250 wickets at an average of 22.62, with the best
bowling figures of 6/25.
• He is the country's 19th-highest wicket-taker in international cricket.
• At the top is spinner Anil Kumble with 953 scalps.
Angelo Mathews becomes 1st to be 'timed out' in international cricket
• The incident occurred during the Bangladesh-Sri Lanka ODI World Cup match at the Arun Jaitley
Stadium in New Delhi.
• After the dismissal of Lankan batter Sadeera Samarawickrama, Angelo Mathews was the next
man in but he seemed to have helmet strap issues and was late on taking the strike.
• This resulted in getting him 'timed-out' for the first time in international cricket history.
India beat Japan 4-0 to win women's Asian Champions Trophy hockey Cup
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• Playing exhilarating hockey from the word go, an aggressive Indian women's team crushed title
holders Japan 4-0 to lift its second Asian Champions Trophy title.
• The match started 50 minutes late because of issues with the floodlights.
• India overcame the two-time champions through goals from Sangita Kumari (17th minute), Neha
(46th), Laremsiami (57th) and Vandana Katariya (60th).
Vaishali, Vidit win FIDE Grand Swiss women's and open titles for India
• R Vaishali and Vidit Gujrathi clinched the women's and open category titles respectively in the
FIDE Grand Swiss.
• While Vaishali played out a draw with Batkhuyag Mungutuul of Mongolia in the 11th and final
round to bag the women's title.
• Vidit beat Alexandr Predke of Serbia to record his seventh victory in the event and take the top
spot in open section.
Sunil Joliya Jinabhai of Gujarat sets new record in 3000 metre
• Gujarat's Sunil Joliya Jinabhai made a new national games record in the steeplechase 3000m
with an impressive time of 8 minutes and 37.15 seconds.
• Sanjana Sood from Haryana won Gold Medal in Shotgun Skeet (Female).
• In Lawn Bowls, Chottukumari of Jharkhand won Gold in Woman Single and Sunil Bahadur, Dinesh
Kumar won Gold in Men Pairs.
Bangladesh to host 24th Asian Archery Championships in 2025
• Bangladesh will host the 24th Asian Archery Championships in 2025 after winning by 14–10 votes
in the bid at the World Archery Asia Congress held in Bangkok, Thailand.
• A total of twenty-four member countries of the Asian continent participated in the congress.
• Bangladesh and China applied for bids as host countries for the 24th Asian Archery
Championship.
National Games 2023: Maharashtra leads medal race with 162 medals
• The 37th edition of the National Games 2023, India's own multi-sport event inspired by the
Olympics, is in full swing in five vibrant Goan cities: Mapusa, Margao, Panjim, Ponda, and Vasco.
• At the moment, Maharashtra is leading the medal tally with an impressive total of 162 medals,
including 60 gold, 49 silver, and 53 bronze.
Mohammed Shami becomes India's most successful bowler in World Cup
• Indian speedster Mohammed Shami continued his monumental ICC Cricket World Cup run and
became the most successful bowler for the nation following his match-winning spell against Sri
Lanka at Wankhede Stadium.
• In the match, Shami took five wickets for 18 runs in five overs, with one maiden.
• He surpassed iconic pacer Zaheer Khan to procure this title.
Swimmer Nina Venkatesh wins her fourth gold
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• Karnataka swimmer Nina Venkatesh won the women's 50m butterfly event for her fourth gold
medal while Virdhawal Khade did the double, adding the men's 50m butterfly yellow metal to his
kitty, at the 37th National Games.
• Nina stopped the clock on 27.70 seconds to win the gold with a Games record time.
• Virdhawal, had won the 50m freestyle gold, with a new Games record time of 24.60s.
Reetika Hooda 1st Indian To Become U23 Womens World Champion
• India’s Reetika Hooda scripted history as she became the first-ever Under-23 woman wrestling
world champion from the country.
• Overall, she is the second Indian to win a gold medal at the U23 Wrestling World Championships.
• Reetika defeated USA’s former U20 world champion Kennedy Blades 9-2 in an action-packed
76kg final.
Statue of Sachin Tendulkar unveiled at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium
• Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, NCP supremo Sharad Pawar, BCCI secretary Jay Shah
and Vice President Rajeev Shukla were present as Sachin Tendulkar unveiled his life-size statue
at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.
• It is the same place where India won the 2011 edition of the ICC World Cup, and Sachin Tendulkar
had played his last match.
• The statue was made by sculptor Pramod Kamble.
Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar wins Gold in Asian Shooting C'ship
• Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar won the gold in rifle 3-position event with a 0.8 point margin over
Tian Jiaming of China in the 15th Asian shooting championship in Changwon, South Korea.
• Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar is an Indian sport shooter.
• He won the bronze medal at the 2019 Asian Shooting Championships and secured a quota place
for India at the 2020 Summer Olympics.
PM addressed contingent of Indian athletes of Asian Para Games 2022.
• PM Modi interacted with India's Asian Para Games contingent at Major Dhyan Chand National
Stadium, in New Delhi.
• The program is an endeavor by the PM to congratulate the athletes for their outstanding
achievement at the Asian Para Games 2022 and to motivate them for future competitions.
• He hailed the India's achievement to secure highest ever 111 medals in a major global sports event.
David Willey to retire from international cricket after World Cup
• England all-rounder David Willey announced that he will retire from international cricket after the
end of the ongoing World Cup and insisted that his team's underwhelming performance in the
showpiece has not influenced his decision.
• Willey's decision has come a week after England Cricket Board excluded him from the list of
cricketers who were offered central contracts for the 2023-24 season.
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