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25 Nov 2023

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INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

Four Indian Women Shine in BBC 100 Women 2023 List

  • The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) unveiled its 11th edition of the BBC 100 Women list for 2023, featuring inspiring and influential women from various fields around the world. This prestigious list is categorised into Culture and Education, Entertainment and Sport, Politics and Advocacy, and Science, Health, and Tech. The BBC 100 Women list for 2023 includes four Indian women viz. Actress Dia Mirza, Cricketer Harmanpreet Kaur, Photographer Arati Kumar­Rao, and Tibetan Buddhist nun Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo.
  • Harmanpreet Kaur, the captain of the Indian Women's National Cricket Team in all three formats, was recognised in the Entertainment & Sport category.
  • Dia Mirza, an award-winning actress, has been actively involved in social and environmental causes.
  • Honored as UN Environment Goodwill Ambassador in 2017, she has also served as a brand ambassador for the Wildlife Trust of India (WTI).
  • Tenzin Palmo, born in Hertfordshire, England, is a renowned author, teacher, and founder of the Dongyu Gatsal Ling Nunnery in Himachal Pradesh, India.
  • Arati Kumar-Rao, an independent photographer and National Geographic Explorer, is dedicated to capturing the impact of environmental degradation on biodiversity.
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ENVIRONMENT

Iceberg A23a on the Move after 30 Years

  • One of the world's biggest iceberg is on the move after more than 30 years being stuck to the ocean floor.
  • The iceberg, called A23a, split from the Antarctic coastline in 1986. But it swiftly grounded in the Weddell Sea, becoming, essentially, an ice island.
  • At almost 4,000 sq km (1,500 sq miles) in area, it's more than twice the size of Greater London.
  • The past year has seen it drifting at speed, and the berg is now about to spill beyond Antarctic waters.
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BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

RBI Supersedes Abhyudaya Co-operative Bank Board, Appoints Administrator

  • The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) superseded the Board of Directors of Abhyudaya Co-operative Bank for one year, citing poor governance standards.
  • The regulator appointed Satya Prakash Pathak, former Chief General Manager of State Bank of India (SBI), as 'administrator' to manage the affairs of the bank during this period.
  • RBI has also appointed a committee of advisors to assist the administrator in discharging his duties. The members of the committee include Venkatesh Hegde, former General Manager, SBI; Mahendra Chhajed, Chartered Accountant; and Suhas Gokhale, former Managing Director (MD), COSMOS Co-operative Bank Limited.

RBI Slaps Penalty on Citibank, Bank of Baroda, IOB for Violating Norms

  • The Reserve Bank of India imposed a monetary penalty of Rs. 4.34 crore on Bank of Baroda, Rs. 5 crore on Citibank, and Rs. 1 crore on Indian Overseas Bank for violating norms.
  • On Bank of Baroda, RBI said the lender failed to ensure accuracy and integrity of data on large exposures submitted to RBI with respect to some accounts. It sanctioned a term loan to a corporation in lieu of, or to substitute, budgetary resources envisaged for certain projects.
  • The penalty on Citibank was because the lender failed to credit the eligible amount to the Depositor Education and Awareness Fund within the prescribed time period, paid remuneration in the form of commission to its certain staff members, and outsourced the monitoring and disposal/closure (decision-making function) of AML (Anti-Money Laundering) alerts to a group company.
  • Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) was found violating norms while extending term loans to two corporate entities without undertaking due diligence on the viability and bankability of the projects to ensure that revenue streams from the projects were sufficient to take care of the debt servicing obligations, and it was sanctioned in lieu of, or to substitute, budgetary resources envisaged for certain projects.

Bandhan Bank Board Approves Reappointment of Chandra Shekhar Ghosh as MD & CEO

  • The board of directors at Bandhan Bank gave the green light for the reappointment of Chandra Shekhar Ghosh as the Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer (MD&CEO). The Kolkata-based private sector lender extended Ghosh's tenure for a period of three years. The current term is set to expire on July 09, 2024.
  • Chandra Shekhar Ghosh brings to the table over three decades of experience in microfinance, banking, and development. His leadership has played a crucial role in steering Bandhan Bank through various challenges and contributing to its growth.
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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

TCS Claims Top Spot in Customer Satisfaction among IT and Cloud Services Providers in Spain

  • Indian IT giant Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) achieved remarkable success in Spain, securing the number one position in service delivery quality and commercial competitiveness, according to an independent survey conducted by Whitelane Research.
  • The survey, which encompassed insights from 285 CXOs of leading IT spending organisations, assessed 28 top IT service providers based on a comprehensive investigation of over 875 unique IT sourcing relationships and more than 1,050 cloud sourcing relationships.
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SPORTS

Anahat Singh Becomes Second Youngest to Win National Squash Championship Title

  • Velavan Senthilkumar (Tamil Nadu) and Anahat Singh (Delhi) won their maiden men's and women's titles, respectively in the 79th National Squash Championships at the Indian Squash and Triathlon Academy (ISTA), Chennai.
  • The 15-year-old Anahat became the second youngest ever to have won the women's title. Joshna Chinappa was 14 when she won the first of her 19 titles in 2000.

ICC Bans Transgender Players from International Women's Cricket

  • In a significant policy decision, the International Cricket Council (ICC) implemented a ban on transgender cricketers from participating in international women's cricket at the highest level. This decision has raised discussions around inclusivity, athlete rights and the impact of the ban on transgender individuals. The move is said to be in alignment with the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) guidelines, considering cricket's inclusion in the 2028 Olympics.
  • The decision came on the heels of controversary sparked by Canada's Danielle McGahey, who became the first transgender cricketer to participate in an official international match just two months ago. The 29-year-old opening batter played in all six of Canada's matches during the Women's T20 World Cup Americans region qualifiers event in Los Angeles. Under the previous ICC regulations, which focused on reducing testosterone levels, McGahey met all eligibility criteria. However, the new rules prioritise the protection of the women's game's integrity, safety, fairness and inclusion.
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NATIONAL AFFAIRS

Vice President Dhankhar Inaugurates 'Global Professional Accountants Convention'

  • Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar inaugurated 'Global Professional Accountants Convention' (GloPAC) in Gujarat capital Gandhinagar.
  • The three-day convention was organised by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI).
  • Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal and president of the International Federation of Accountants Asmaa Resmouki also attended the inaugural ceremony.
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DEFENCE

Headquarters, Integrated Defence Staff, CSIR Tie up for R&D in Defence Tech

  • A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was officially inked between the Headquarters, Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS) and the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). The agreement, focused on technical collaboration, joint research, and development in the realm of defence technology, is poised to significantly impact India's defence capabilities.
  • The MoU ceremony, a testament to the commitment of both entities, featured the signatures of Lt General J. P. Mathew, Chief of Integrated Defence Staff to the Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee (CISC), Ministry of Defence (MoD), and N. Kalaiselvi, Director General, CSIR & Secretary, Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR), Ministry of Science & Technology (MoST).
  • The MoU establishes an encompassing framework to foster collaborative interactions between CSIR Labs, HQ IDS, and the Indian Armed Forces—comprising the Indian Army, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force.
  • The primary goal is to enhance scientific understanding of defence-related technologies and undertake joint research and development in the domain of dual-use technologies.

IAF Organises 'Air show' at Air Force Station in Ambala as Part of Platinum Jubilee Celebration of SQN 5

  • The Indian Air Force organised an air show at Air Force Station in Ambala as part of the Platinum Jubilee Celebration of SQN 5.
  • During this event, the audience was treated to a scintillating Air Display by the Suryakiran Aerobatics Team, the Aakashganga para-diving team, and Rafale and Jaguar aircraft formations.
  • No. 5 Squadron Air Force, also known as the "Tuskers", completed Seventy-Five glorious years of service. To commemorate the achievement, the Squadron celebrated its Platinum Jubilee at Air Force Station Ambala.
  • The ceremony was attended by serving personnel and veterans, who had served in the squadron, throughout its illustrious history. On this occasion, a special 'postal cover' was released by Air Marshal Tejinder Singh, Commodore Commandant of the Squadron.
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DAYS AND EVENTS

International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

  • International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women is observed worldwide on November 25 each year, as designated by the United Nations General Assembly. The day aims to create awareness that women are victims of various forms of violence, including domestic violence and rape.
  • Since 1981, women's rights activists have marked 25 November as a day against gender-based violence, paying homage to the Mirabal sisters—three Dominican political activists brutally murdered in 1960 by order of the country's ruler, Rafael Trujillo (1930-1961). In a significant stride towards combating violence against women, the General Assembly, on December 20, 1993, adopted the Declaration on the Elimination of Violence against Women (resolution 48/104), laying the groundwork for global efforts to eradicate such violence.
  • A crucial development occurred on February 7, 2000, as the General Assembly, through resolution 54/134, officially designated November 25 as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
  • This year's (2023) theme, 'UNITE! Invest to prevent violence against women and girls', emphasises the need to fund prevention strategies proactively to stop gender-based violence.
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AWARDS AND HONOURS

Zee Europe's Parul Goel Awarded Media Personality of the Year at Asian Business Awards 2023

  • Parul Goel, the Territory Head of ZEE Europe, was awarded the Media Personality of the Year at the Asian Business Awards 2023. Goel, who has been instrumental in expanding ZEE Entertainment's presence across the United Kingdom, received the award in the presence of United Kingdom Deputy PM Oliver Dowden, London Mayor Sadiq Khan, and top representatives of the business world.
  • A brainchild of the Solanki family, the Asian Business Awards celebrates and recognises the outstanding achievements of entrepreneurs and businesses within the Asian community.
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GOVERNMENT POLICIES AND SCHEMES

Karnataka's Shakti Scheme Records over 100 cr Free Rides Worth Rs. 2397 crore

  • Karnataka transport achieved an incredible feat as the state transport has started free bus services for women as Shakti Scheme, offering the service to over 100 crore users since its launch in June 2023. 'Shakti' is one of the five schemes promised by the Congress government to the people of Karnataka before the assembly election.
  • As par reports, a total of 1,004,756,184 rides were taken by women under the Shakti Scheme from June 11 to November 22 in Karnataka state. The stats are based on the number of free tickets distributed by the state-run road corporations in Karnataka.
  • The Karnataka Transport Department stated that the free tickets are valued at a total of Rs. 2,397 crore.
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GENDER/ HEALTH/ EDUCATION

IIM Sambalpur to Host 9th PAN IIM World Management Conference

  • The 9th PAN IIM World Management Conference will be held from December 21 to 23, 2023 at Sambalpur in Odisha. The conference will be hosted by IIM Sambalpur and will see the participation of all 21 IIMs across India.
  • The conference is spearheaded by the Ministry of Education, Govt. of India, and the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs). The theme of the conference is 'Entrepreneurial Innovation and Digital Governance for Inclusive and Sustainable Growth'.
  • Apart from the 21 IIMs across the country, IITs, NITs, and other premium management institutes will participate in the conference and is likely to be attended by over 500 delegates including Directors, VCs, Deans, Professors and other officials.

NMC Introduces 10-year Deadline for Foreign Medical Graduates to Sit for Licensing Exam

  • In a noteworthy development, the National Medical Commission (NMC) mandated that foreign medical graduates must appear for the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) within ten years of completing their course. This new time limit is a crucial aspect of the licensing process.
  • The NMC defines FMGE as a screening test for Indian citizens or overseas citizens of India with a primary medical qualification from a foreign institution.
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BOOKS AND AUTHORS

Kapil Dev Releases Book 'Thread By Thread' on the life of Shambhu Kumar Kasliwal

  • A book, Thread by Thread, on the life of Shambhu Kumar or 'the' S. Kumar was released by Kapil Dev, at The Palace Halls, NSCI, Mumbai. Kapil Dev has been a brand ambassador for S. Kumars for their TV and print campaigns in the 80s and 2000s. The book has been written by noted journalist and author Sathya Saran and published by Penguin Random House.
  • 'Thread By Thread' is a personal look into the tale of Shambhu Kumar, who, starting from scratch built one of India's most successful textile empires. The book traces his growth from being a trader to an industrialist checking the milestones to reveal the business mantra behind his phenomenal success.
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