5 December Current Affairs 2023 in English

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5 December Current Affairs 2023

5 December Current Affairs 2023 refers to the latest news and events happening around the world and are relevant to our daily lives. Staying updated with the 5 December Current Affairs 2023 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 5 December Current Affairs 2023 lies in its ability to help students enhance their general knowledge, improve their reading and comprehension skills, and develop their critical thinking abilities.

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5 December Current Affairs 2023 also provides students with insights into various issues such as politics, economics, and social issues that are important for their overall development as informed citizens. Regularly reading and analyzing the 5 December Current Affairs 2023 not only helps students ace their exams but also prepares them for their future roles as responsible and well-informed citizens of society.

World Soil Day 2023

World Soil Day, observed annually on December 5th, aims to raise global awareness about the importance of healthy soil for food production, ecosystem functions, and human well-being. It advocates for the sustainable management of soil resources to protect this vital asset for future generations.

World Soil Day 2023 will center around the theme “Soil and water, a source of life”. The survival of our planet is intricately linked to the crucial connection between soil and water, with over 95 percent of our food originating from these fundamental resources. The symbiotic relationship between soil and water serves as the foundation for agricultural systems, playing a vital role in nutrient absorption by plants. Read the complete article here.

International Volunteer Day 2023

Every year on December 5th, the International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development is celebrated globally. This annual event provides an opportunity for individual volunteers and volunteer organizations to showcase their contributions at international, national, and local levels in alignment with the Millennium Development Goals.

This year’s theme, “The collective action: If everyone did,” underscores the profound potential that lies in unity. It encourages us to recognize the impact of individual contributions when combined with the efforts of others. The notion that collective action, stemming from the commitment of each individual, can bring about positive change serves as a powerful reminder of our shared responsibility. Read the complete article here.

Crime against women: 4.45 lakh FIRs filed in 2022, almost 51 every hour. Delhi tops

According to the annual crime report of the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), Delhi registered the highest rate of crime against women in the country in 2022.

The national capital recorded 14,247 cases in 2022 with a rate of 144.4 (per lakh), which was way above the national average of 66.4.

RBI imposes monetary penalty on four co-operative banks

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed monetary penalties on four cooperative banks for deficiencies in regulatory compliance.

These co-operative banks are Jijamata Mahila Sahakari Bank Ltd, Shri Laxmikrupa Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd, The Konark Urban Cooperative Bank Ltd, and The Chembur Nagarik Sahakari Bank Ltd.

India’s emission intensity reduced by 33% between 2005 and 2019: Govt Report

India reduced its GDP emission intensity by 33% between 2005 and 2019, achieving the target 11 years in advance, according to a government report.

The report also said India’s GDP grew at a cumulative annual growth rate of 7% but its emissions rose by only 4% per year during this period.

India Ranks 49th In World Digital Competitiveness Ranking Among 64 Economies: Report

India ranked 49th in the world digital competitiveness ranking (WDCR), among the 64 economies marking its significance in cybersecurity knowledge, according to the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) report.

The report said the ranking also underlined India’s lack on the fronts like technology and future readiness.

India Bags 3 Gold, 5 Silver, and 1 Bronze Medals in IBA Junior World Boxing Championship

On the last day of the IBA Junior World Boxing Championship 2023, India bagged three gold, five silver, and one bronze medals in Yerevan, Armenia.

Akansha won gold in the 70 kg category, Pari clinched a gold medal in the 48 kg weight category, and Nisha won gold in the 52 kg category. In the 52 kg weight category, Vini won a silver medal, while Srishti Sathe won a silver medal in the 63 kg weight.

GRSE delivers the largest-ever survey vessel ‘INS Sandhayak’ to the Indian Navy

Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Limited has delivered the INS Sandhayak, the largest survey vessel ever built in India and the first in the series of four Survey Vessels (Large) being built by it, to the Indian Navy.

GRSE has partnered with the Indian Navy for the last 62 years after delivery of the first indigenously-built INS Ajay in 1961.

PM Modi unveils grand statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj at Rajkot Fort in Sindhudurg district

PM Narendra Modi unveiled a grand statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj at Rajkot Fort in Sindhudurg district.

Navy Day 2023 celebrations at Sindhudurg pay homage to the rich maritime heritage of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, whose seal inspired the new Naval Ensign which was adopted last year when PM Modi commissioned the first indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant.

Social Innovators from India win accolades at the 4th edition of ASEAN India Grassroots Innovation Forum (AIGIF) in Malaysia

Two grassroots innovators and one student innovator from India won prizes in the grassroots innovation and student innovation competitions respectively at the 4th edition of ASEAN India Grassroots Innovation Forum (AIGIF), a flagship program hosted by Malaysia’s Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MOSTI) which concluded on November 30, 2023.

ESIC bags “ISSA Vision Zero 2023” Award at the 23rd World Congress on Safety and Health at Work in Sydney, Australia

The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) bagged the “ISSA Vision Zero 2023” Award in the recently held 23rd World Congress on Safety and Health at Work in Sydney, Australia.

“Vision Zero” is a transformational approach to the prevention of accidents at workplaces integrating the three dimensions of safety, health, and well-being at all levels of work.

INS SUMEDHA – MISSION DEPLOYED AT ANTSIRANANA, MADAGASCAR

As part of the Indian Navy’s Long Range Mission Based Deployment, Indian Naval Ship Sumedha is undertaking a port call at Antsiranana, Madagascar from 04 to 06 December 2023.

The visit is aimed at reinforcing the Indian Navy’s commitment to enhancing Maritime Security, building bridges of friendship, and strengthening maritime cooperation with Madagascar.

ReNew signs letter of intent with ADB for $5.3 billion financing

ReNew Energy Global Plc has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for debt financing of over $5.3 billion for climate change mitigation and green energy projects.

The tie-up is also expected to help ADB achieve its ambition of investing $100 billion in green energy projects by 2030.

India joins Battery Energy Storage Systems Consortium for RE integration

India became a member of the Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Consortium, an initiative led by The Global Leadership Council (GLC) of the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP).

As part of this collaborative effort, India stands among the pioneering nations committed to securing 5 Gw of BESS commitments by the conclusion of 2024.

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