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PERSONS IN NEWS - November 2023

Nov 2023

Dec 01, 2023

Ex-UK Finance Minister Alistair Darling, Who Fought Financial Crisis, Dies

Former British Finance Minister Alistair Darling, who steered the country's economy and banking system through the shock of the global financial crisis in 2007-08, died aged 70.
Darling was appointed Chancellor of the Exchequer by former Prime Minister Gordon Brown in June 2007, just as the crisis was brewing at some of the world's biggest financial institutions.
He oversaw the rescue of British lender Northern Rock a few months into the job. In October 2008, he played a key role in a 37 billion-pound ($47 billion) government bailout of Royal Bank of Scotland, Lloyds TSB and HBOS to help them survive the credit crunch.
Darling was a member of parliament representing the centre-left Labour Party between 1987 and 2015 and he served as chief secretary to the Treasury before being promoted to run the finance ministry by Brown.

Nov 30, 2023

Henry Kissinger, US Diplomat Who Shaped Cold War Diplomacy, Dies

Henry Kissinger, a controversial Nobel Peace Prize winner and diplomatic powerhouse whose service under two Presidents left an indelible mark on U.S. foreign policy, died.
Kissinger had been active past his centenary, attending meetings in the White House, publishing a book on leadership styles, and testifying before a Senate committee about the nuclear threat posed by North Korea. In July 2023 he made a surprise visit to Beijing to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping.
His 1973 Peace Prize - awarded jointly to North Vietnam's Le Duc Tho, who would decline it - was one of the most controversial ever. Two members of the Nobel committee resigned over the selection and questions arose about the U.S. secret bombing of Cambodia.

Nov 24, 2023

Rajkumar Kohli Dies

Filmmaker and actor Armaan Kohli's father Rajkumar Kohli died at the age of 93.
Born in 1930, Rajkumar Kohli was famous for directing several Bollywood films such as the 1966 movie 'Dulla Bhatti' and the 1970s film 'Lootera' starring Dara Singh. Other notable films included Reena Roy-Sunil Dutt's 'Nagin' (1976), 'Jaani Dushman' (1979), 'Badle Ki Aag', 'Naukar Biwi Ka' and 'Raaj Tilak' (1984). His films frequently featured actors like Sunil Dutt, Dharmendra, Jeetendra, Shatrughan Sinha and actresses Reena Roy and Anita Raj.

Nov 23, 2023

India's First Female Supreme Court Judge Justice Fathima Beevi Passes Away

Justice M. Fathima Beevi, the first female Judge to be appointed to the Supreme Court of India, passed away today at the age of 96. In her long and decorated career, (Late) Justice Beevi served as a role model and icon for women across the country, and she even left her mark on the political arena by being appointed as the Governor of Tamil Nadu after her superannuation as Supreme Court judge.
She obtained her Bachelor of Law Degree, from the Government Law College, and enrolled as an Advocate on November 14, 1950.

Nov 22, 2023

Mamata Banerjee Names Sourav Ganguly as the 'Brand Ambassador of Bengal'

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee declared former cricketer and ex-president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Sourav Ganguly, as the Brand Ambassador of Bengal.
Expressing her rationale for choosing Sourav Ganguly as the Brand Ambassador, Banerjee said that Sourav Ganguly is a very popular figure, and he can work for the young generation in a very good manner.
This move not only adds a prominent personality to the state's promotional efforts but also leverages Ganguly's influence to connect with the younger demographic.

Founder of Sankara Netralaya Dr.S. S Badrinath Passes Away

Renowned vitreoretinal surgeon, Dr. S. S. Badrinath, who was the founder of Sankara Nethralaya and dedicated his life to improving the accessibility and affordability of eye care in India, passed away.
In 1978, Dr S S Badrinath founded the Medical Research Foundation, which encompasses Sankara Nethralaya as its hospital unit. It is a registered society and a charitable non-profit ophthalmic organisation.
Dr. Badrinath's contributions to the field of medicine were widely recognized. He received the Padma Sri award in 1983, the Padma Bhushan in 1999, and the Bidhan Chandra Roy Award in 1991.

ACKO Partners with R. Madhavan as its 'Voice of the Customer'

ACKO, the insurtech company making insurance convenient, transparent, and accessible for Indians, partnered with renowned actor R. Madhavan as its 'Voice of the Customer'. This collaboration aims to dispel common misconceptions about insurance and empower consumers to make informed decisions. This strategic partnership between ACKO and R. Madhavan marks a significant step forward in bridging the trust gap in the Indian insurance industry. By leveraging Madhavan's influence and ACKO's expertise, the collaboration aims to empower consumers with the knowledge and tools they need to make informed insurance decisions.
In his role as 'Voice of the Customer', Madhavan will work with the ACKO team to create informative and relatable content that simplifies complex insurance terms and conditions. His unique ability to connect with audiences will help bridge the gap between the company and consumers, ultimately fostering trust and understanding.

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