Current Affairs

National Pollution Control Day 2023: Date, Theme, History and Preventive Measures

National Pollution Control Day 2023, observed on December 2, commemorates the tragic Bhopal Gas incident in 1984. This day serves as a vital reminder of the catastrophic consequences of pollution and aims to raise awareness about the urgent need for...

World Computer Literacy Day 2023: Date, Theme, History and Significance

World Computer Literacy Day 2023, observed annually on December 2, holds significant importance in promoting computer and technologically empowerment. Instituted by the National Institute of Information Technology (N.I.I.T.) in 2001, this day commemorates the company’s 20th anniversary and strives to...

SBI MF Gets RBI Nod to Buy 9.99% Stake in Karur Vysya Bank

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has granted approval to SBI Mutual Fund (SBI MF) for acquiring up to 9.99% of the paid-up share capital or voting rights of Karur Vysya Bank Ltd (KVB). This move signals a potential strategic...

Power Grid Conferred SKOCH Gold Award 2023

In a significant recognition of its excellence in the power sector, the Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL), a Maharatna Central Public Sector Undertaking (CPSU) under the Ministry of Power, has been honored with the prestigious SKOCH Gold Award...

RBI Fines Bank of America, N.A., HDFC Bank

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) took regulatory action on Thursday, imposing penalties on Bank of America, N.A. and HDFC Bank Ltd. for violations of specific norms. Additionally, penalties were levied on five cooperatives banks for non-compliance with various regulatory...

R Subbalakshmi Dies At 87: Popular Malayalam Actress And Musician No More

In a somber moment for the world of cinema, veteran actor R. Subbalakshmi, renowned for her remarkable contributions to Malayalam cinema, bid farewell to the mortal world at the age of 87. Her journey from being a trained Carnatic musician...

Nagaland Celebrates its 61st Statehood Day

Nagaland, a vibrant state in the northeastern region of India, is jubilantly celebrating its 61st Statehood Day on December 1, 2023. This marks a significant milestone in the historical journey of the Nagas, who became the 16th state of the...

PM Inaugurates 10,000th Jan Aushadhi Kendra at AIIMS Deoghar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked a significant milestone in the healthcare sector by inaugurating the 10,000th Jan Aushadhi Kendras at AIIMS, Deoghar. This event also witnessed the launch of an ambitious program aimed at increasing the number of Jan Aushadhi...

Three Anti-Submarine Warfare Ships for Indian Navy Launched at Cochin Shipyard

On 30th November 2023, the Cochin Shipyard marked a significant milestone with the simultaneous launch of the fist three ships in a series of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) shallow water crafts commissioned by the Indian Navy. The vessels, names INS...

Angkor Wat Becomes the 8th wonder of the world

Angkor Wat, located in the heart of Cambodia, has recently earned the prestigious title of the 8th wonder of the world, surpassing Italy’s Pompeii. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is not only the largest religious structure in the world but...