21 May 2024 Current Affairs in English

Today’s Current Affairs – 21 May 2024

21 May 2024 Current Affairs refers to the latest news and events happening worldwide and are relevant to our daily lives. Staying updated with the 21 May 2024 Current Affairs is essential for students who are preparing for exams, especially competitive exams, as it forms an important part of the syllabus. The importance of the 21 May Current Affairs lies in its ability to help students enhance their general knowledge, improve their reading and comprehension skills, and develop their critical thinking abilities.

21st May Daily Current Affairs 2024

21 May 2024 Current Affairs also provides students with insights into issues such as politics, economics, and social issues that are important for their overall development as informed citizens. Regularly reading and analyzing the 21 May 2024 Current Affairs not only helps students ace their exams but also prepares them for their future roles as responsible and well-informed citizens of society.

National Anti-Terrorism Day 2024

National Anti-Terrorism Day, observed on May 21st, 2024, honors the victims of terrorism and acts as a powerful reminder of the collective vigilance needed to combat this global threat. This year’s observance takes on an even greater significance as we confront evolving forms of extremism and strive toward a safer, more peaceful world.

As India and the world continue to grapple with the evolving challenges of terrorism, National Anti-Terrorism Day remains a critical event. By remembering the victims, learning from past experiences, and actively engaging in efforts to combat terrorism, we can strive toward a future where peace and human values prevail. Read the complete article here.

International Tea Day 2024

International Tea Day is on Tuesday, May 21st, 2024. It is an annual celebration coordinated by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations.

While there’s no specific theme for International Tea Day 2024, the focus generally revolves around promoting sustainable production and consumption of tea. Tea is one of the most popular beverages globally, with billions of cups consumed daily. Read the complete article here.

World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development 2024

Held every year on 21 May, UNESCO leads the celebration of World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development highlighting not only the richness of the world’s cultures but also the essential role of intercultural dialogue for achieving peace and sustainable development.

According to UNESCO data, the cultural and creative sector is one of the most powerful engines of development worldwide. It accounts for more than 48 million jobs globally –almost half of which are held by women – representing 6.2% of all existing employment and 3.1% of global GDP.

DAHD and UNDP sign an MoU on the Digitalization of Vaccine Cold Chain Management, Capacity Building, and Communication Planning

The Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD), Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) India on Digitalization of Vaccine Cold Chain Management, Capacity Building, and Communication Planning.

Artara’24 Fine Arts Exhibition & Competition Makes Its Mark In Dubai

The Artara’24 Fine Arts Exhibition and Competition has made its mark in Dubai as a platform for discovering and nurturing emerging artistic talents from the country. The event aimed to discover hidden artistic gems, with a particular focus on the Indian talent residing in Dubai.

Held at the Al Jalila Cultural Center, a venue under the Dubai Cultural Center, Artara’24 featured an impressive collection of over 250 pieces of art, each telling its own unique story and reflecting the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of the talented participants.

Ekta Bhyan Secures Gold Medal In Women’s F51 Club Throw Competition At World Para Athletic C’ships

India’s Ekta Bhyan secured a gold medal with a season-best throw of 20.12 meters in the women’s F51 club throws competition at the World Para Athletic Championships in Kobe, Japan. While Kashish Lakra took the silver with an effort of 14.56 meters, Nadjet Boucherf of Algeria won the bronze with a score of 12.70 meters.

Deepthi, Para Asian Games gold medallist, had smashed a world record time of 55.07 seconds in the women’s 400-meter T20 category race to win a gold medal.

Mahindra Finance appoints Mahesh Rajaraman as CRO

Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services on 21 May said it has appointed Mahesh Rajaraman as Chief Risk Officer (CRO) of the company with effect from August 1, 2024. In a regulatory filing, Mahindra Finance said Mallika Mittal tendered her resignation and ceased to be the CRO of the company with effect from May 17.

Tata Motors’ arms partner with Bajaj Finance to provide financing to passenger, EV dealers

Tata Motors on 20th May said its passenger vehicles and passenger electric mobility subsidiaries have tied up with Bajaj Finance to provide supply chain finance solutions to their respective dealers. Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPV) and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility (TPEM), subsidiaries of Tata Motors, have joined hands with Bajaj Finance to extend the supply chain finance solutions to its passenger and electric vehicle dealers, the company said in a statement.

Under a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the participating companies will come together to leverage Bajaj Finance’s wide reach to help dealers of TMPV and TPEM access funding with minimal collateral.

Pine Labs receives Singapore Court nod to shift base to India

Payments firm Pine Labs has received approval from a Singapore court to merge its India and Singapore entities, Pine Labs Limited (PLS) and Pine Labs Private Limited (PLI). Pine Labs has become the third fintech company after PhonePe and Groww which relocated its domicile to India from overseas.

Currently, various start-ups including KreditBee, Razorpay, Meesho, and Zepto have been working on shifting their ultimate holding entities to India. All companies are also trying to assess the tax payout–in India or abroad–for these mergers.

SBI General Insurance signs bancassurance partnership with Jana Small Finance Bank to increase insurance penetration

SBI General Insurance, one of India’s top general insurance firms, has signed a strategic bancassurance collaboration agreement with Jana Small Finance Bank, a leading financial institution in India, to facilitate the sale of non-life insurance products.

Under this strategic relationship, SBI General Insurance will provide Jana Small Finance Bank customers with a comprehensive variety of general insurance products. These products will include a broad range of insurance options, such as health, personal injury, house, auto, and travel insurance.

Indian Mixed Team Breaks National Record At Asian Athletic Relay Championships 2024

The Indian Mixed team broke the national record at the ongoing Asian Athletic Relay Championships 2024 Bangkok in Thailand. The team comprising Muhammad Ajmal, Jyothika Sri, Amoj Jacob, and Subha Venkatesan won gold in the 4x400m event. Sri Lanka and Vietnam won silver and bronze in the event.

India’s Deepthi Jeevanji Smashes World Record In Women’s 400 Metre Event To Win Gold Medal At World Para Athletics Championships

Twenty-year-old Deepthi Jeevanji smashed the world record in the women’s 400m T20 and grabbed her first gold at the World Para Athletics Championships in Kobe, Japan. Deepthi clocked 55.07 seconds, breaking American Breanna Clark’s earlier world record of 55.12 seconds, which she had set during last year’s edition of the championships in Paris.

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