6 December Current Affairs 2023
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Dr. BR Ambedkar Death Anniversary 2023
On the occasion of Dr. BR Ambedkar’s Death Anniversary in 2023, we commemorate the life and contributions of a visionary leader who played a pivotal role in shaping the social and political landscape of India.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar‘s legacy is immense. He is revered as a champion of social justice and equality, and his contributions to Indian society are immeasurable. His life and work continue to inspire generations of Indians, particularly those from marginalized communities. Read the complete article here.
National Microwave Oven Day 2023
National Microwave Oven Day, observed annually on December 6th, celebrates the invention and widespread adoption of this convenient kitchen appliance. It is a day to recognize the microwave oven’s impact on modern life and its contribution to making cooking and food preparation more efficient and enjoyable.
National Microwave Oven Day was established in 2005 to celebrate the invention and widespread adoption of the microwave oven. The date of December 6th was chosen to commemorate the day in 1945 when Raytheon filed a patent for the microwave oven. Read the complete article here.
RBI cancels license of Kolhapur-based Shankarrao Pujari Nutan Nagari Sahakari Bank
Shankarrao Pujari Nutan Nagari Sahakari Bank Limited, Ichalkaranji, Kolhapur is prohibited from conducting the business of ‘banking’ which includes, among other things, acceptance of deposits and repayment of deposits as defined in Section 5(b) read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 with immediate effect, the Reserve Bank of India said.
Cyclone Michaung Set To Make Landfall In Southeast India
Cyclone Michaung is set to make landfall in southeast India. The storm is expected to cross the coast of Andhra Pradesh near Bapatla, with a maximum sustained wind speed of 90 to 100 kilometers (56-62 miles) an hour, gusting to 110 kilometers.
The cyclone is the sixth to develop in the Indian Ocean this year and the fourth to form in the Bay of Bengal.
Did you Know
Cyclone Michaung: The name was proposed by Myanmar, denoting resilience and fortitude.
JT-60SA: World’s Biggest Experimental Nuclear Fusion Reactor Inaugurated in Japan
JT-60SA, the world’s largest and most advanced nuclear fusion reactor started its official operations in Japan’s Ibaraki Prefecture. It is a joint initiative between the European Union and Japan.
The JT-60SA reactor is a six-storey-high machine, which is kept in a hangar in Naka north of Tokyo.
Meghalaya’s Lakadong Turmeric gets Geographical Indication tag
Meghalaya’s Lakadong turmeric has been awarded the Geographical Indication (GI) tag.
Along with Lakadong turmeric, Garo Dakmanda (traditional dress), Larnai pottery, and Garo Chubitchi (alcoholic beverage) were also awarded the GI tag.
Lakadong is found in Lakadong area of Jaintia Hills.
Jimmy George Award for Sreeshankar
Olympian M. Sreeshankar, the long jump silver medallist in the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games, has won the 35th Jimmy George Foundation Award for the best sportsperson of Kerala.
The award carries a cash prize of Rs 1 lakh and a plaque. The award will be presented to Sreeshankar at the Jimmy George Sports Academy at Peravoor, Kannur, on December 22.
Max Life Insurance appoints Rajiv Anand as Chairman, Analjit Singh resigns
Max Life Insurance, a material subsidiary of Max Financial Services, has a new Chairman, Rajiv Anand. This follows the stepping down of Analjit Singh from the Chairmanship and membership of the Board of Directors of Max Life Insurance.
Before this elevation, Anand, a non-executive director of Max Life, was nominated by Axis Bank Ltd as Chairman of Max Life Insurance.
SBI to acquire 20% stake in SBI Pension Funds for ₹230 crore
The Executive Committee of the Central Board (ECCB) of the State Bank of India (SBI) has accorded final approval to the Bank for acquiring a 20% stake held by SBICAPS (SBI Capital Markets Ltd) in SBIPFPL (SBI Pension Funds Private Ltd).
The acquisition, which will be completed by December 15, 2023, is for a cash consideration of ₹229.52 crore.
Union Bank collaborates with Accenture to boost operational efficiency
Union Bank of India said it will be collaborating with Accenture to design and develop a scalable and secure enterprise data lake platform to boost its operational efficiency.
This will also enhance its ability to offer customer-centric banking services and manage risk.
ADB to provide Rs 250 million to strengthen India’s power sector
The Asian Development Bank has approved a Rs 250 million policy-based loan to strengthen India’s power sector by improving financial sustainability and facilitating the shift to renewable energy.
This policy-based loan will help reduce barriers to scaling up commercial financing for clean energy and contribute to India’s fulfillment of its climate change mitigation commitment.
Men’s Volleyball Club World Championship to begin in Bengaluru
FIVB ( Fédération Internationale de Volleyball) Men’s Volleyball Club World Championship 2023 will commence at the Koramangala Indoor Stadium in Bengaluru. This is the first time that the prestigious tournament will be held in India.
The five-day tournament will see six teams compete for the top honors.
Kolkata Is The Safest City With Least Crime Rate For Third Year In Row: NCRB
For the third year in a row, Kolkata has been declared as the safest city in India with the least number of cognizable offenses per lakh population, according to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) 2022 data.
In 2022, Kolkata recorded the least number of cognizable offenses per lakh population — 86 cases per lakh people.
Akshata Krishnamurthy becomes the first Indian citizen to operate a Mars Rover
Akshata Krishnamurthy is an Indian woman who created history as she became the first person from the country to operate the Mars rover with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in the United States.
Akshata is a Ph.D. holder from the MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology). She is among the few Indians who joined NASA for a full-time opportunity.
ZPM leader Lalduhoma to be sworn in as New Chief Minister of Mizoram
Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM) leader Lalduhoma will be sworn in as Chief Minister of Mizoram.
The ZPM emerged victorious in Mizoram assembly polls by winning 27 out of 40 seats. Mizo National Front (MNF) won 10 seats, the BJP won two seats and the Congress won one.
Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan report highest urban unemployment in July-September
According to data released by the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) of the National Sample Survey Office, Himachal Pradesh topped the urban unemployment chart with 33.9%, followed by Rajasthan with 30.20% among the age group of 15 to 29 years during July-September 2023, against the national average of 17.3% of the same age group during the period.
US Prez nominates Indian American global venture capitalist to IDFC Board
President Joe Biden has nominated prominent Indian-American global venture capitalist Deven Parekh as a member of the Board of Directors of the International Development Finance Corporation, a development finance institution and agency of the US government.
Parekh, the managing director at software investment firm Insight Partners, was nominated for the post last week.
Kerala Capital to host short film festival on autism
The Centre for Autism and Other Disabilities Rehabilitation Research and Education (CADRRE) announced an international short film festival on autism.
Titled CIFA, the CADRRE International Film Festival on Autism invited entries of short films between one to five minutes in duration that explore the diverse narratives and experiences related to Autism in a positive manner.
115-million-year-old shark fossils discovered in Jaisalmer: Research
A team of researchers have discovered India’s first Early Cretaceous shark fossils, “which are 115-million year old” in the Jaisalmer area of Rajasthan.
According to the researchers, the Early Cretaceous was a period of great change for sharks, as new species evolved and old ones disappeared.
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