Current affairs December 23, 2013
AK-47 Rifle Inventor Mikhail Kalashnikov Died
Lt. Gen. Mikhail Kalashnikov, the arms designer credited by the Soviet Union with creating the AK-47, the first in a series of rifles and machine guns that would indelibly associate his name with modern war and become the most abundant firearms ever made, died on 23 December in Izhevsk, Udmurtia province of Russian Republic.He designed the AK47 (Avtomat Kalashnikov), which was officially accepted by the Soviet in 1947. AK47 is the world’s most popular firearm favored by guerrillas, terrorists and the soldiers of many armies. The weapon was simple, easy to use and maintain. It was reliable in any extreme conditions (hot, cold, wet or sandy). Russia stopped producing AK-47 models in the late 1960s but production of variants such as AK-74M and AK-200 continued which is more efficient than AK47.
Noted Kannada Writer Shivarudrappa Died
Renowned poet, writer and researcher G S Shivarudrappa, who left his own indelible imprint in the Kannada literary world, died on 23 December in Bangalore.In November 2006 Shivarudrappa awarded with the title of Rashtrakavi by the Government of Karnataka.Central Sahitya Akademi Award in 1984 for his literary contribution Kavyartha Chintana.He has also received the Karnataka State Sahitya Academy in 1982.
Current affairs December 22, 2013
Subrahmanyam
Jaishankar Appointed As Ambassador Of US
India’s envoy to China Subrahmanyam Jaishankar
has been appointed as the next Ambassador to the US and his position in Beijing
will be taken by Ashok K Kantha. Jaishankar, who has played a key role in
negotiation of US-India nuclear agreement, was named as the next Ambassador to
the USA on 14 September 2013. Jaishankar is an Indian Foreign Service (IFS) of
1977 batch. He previously has served as India’s Ambassador to the People’s
Republic of China from 2009 to 2013.
Assam Government
Announced 100 crore Package For Tea Tribes
Assam Government on 22 December announced
special package of 100 crore rupees for the upliftment of the tea garden
communities. Package amount would be used for the expansion of the education
and for increasing the employment opportunities among the tea tribes.The Chief
Minister also announced to donate 20 lakh rupees to publish different books
related to the tea tribes. Special schemes will be launched soon for the
upgradation of employment opportunities. Under the expansion of education,
government announced to provide bicycles to students and to connect the rural
areas through electricity.
Current affairs December 21, 2013
Indian-American
Appointed Texas Secretary of State
Attorney Nandita Berry has been appointed as the
Secretary of State for Texas by governor Rick Perry, making her the first
Indian-American to occupy this top position in the Southern State.In this
position, effective January 7 onwards, Berry will serve as the state’s chief
elections officer, the governor’s liaison on border and Mexican affairs, and
Texas’ chief protocol officer for state and international matters.
Jayanthi Natarajan
Resigns as Environment Minister
Jayanthi Natarajan resigned as the minister of
state for environment and forest from the Council of Ministers (COM) on 21
December .The President of India, as advised by the Prime Minister, accepted
the resignation of Jayanthi Natarajan from the Council of Ministers.The Prime
Minister advised the President of India that M. Veerappa Moily, Minister of
Petroleum & Natural Gas shall be given additional charge of the work of
Ministry of Environment & Forests.
Current affairs December 20, 2013
Indian-American Appointed Texas Secretary of State
Attorney Nandita Berry has been appointed as the Secretary of State for Texas by governor Rick Perry, making her the first Indian-American to occupy this top position in the Southern State.In this position, effective January 7 onwards, Berry will serve as the state’s chief elections officer, the governor’s liaison on border and Mexican affairs, and Texas’ chief protocol officer for state and international matters.
Jayanthi Natarajan Resigns as Environment Minister
Jayanthi Natarajan resigned as the minister of state for environment and forest from the Council of Ministers (COM) on 21 December .The President of India, as advised by the Prime Minister, accepted the resignation of Jayanthi Natarajan from the Council of Ministers.The Prime Minister advised the President of India that M. Veerappa Moily, Minister of Petroleum & Natural Gas shall be given additional charge of the work of Ministry of Environment & Forests.
Current affairs December 20, 2013
S.B. Nayar is new CMD of IIFCL
S.B. Nayar was appointed as chairman and managing director (CMD) of India Infrastructure Finance Co. Ltd (IIFCL). IIFCL is a state-owned firm that funds infrastructure projects. Nayar will have a term of three years. He presently works as head of Industrial Finance Corporation of India Limited (IFCIL), another state-owned financier.
Indian Scientists Developed Insulin Pill For Diabetics
The Indian Scientists, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) developed insulin pill for diabetics.The Scientists developed a long-sought insulin pill that could spare millions of diabetics and soughed a way the delivery of insulin therapy from a jab to a pill.The experiments with rats, the pill lowered blood glucose levels almost as much as injected insulin and the effects of the pill lasted longer than injected insulin.The body’s digestive enzymes in the body are so good at breaking down food also break down insulin before it can get to work. In addition, insulin does not get easily absorbed through the gut into bloodstream. To solve these problem researchers from National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) in Punjab combined two approaches to shield insulin from the digestive enzymes and then get it into the blood.The team of researchers Ashish Kumar Agrawal, Harshad Harde, Kaushik Thanki and Sanyog Jain, packaged insulin in tiny sacs made of lipids or fats called liposome.Then wrapped the liposomes in layers of protective molecules called polyelectrolytes.To get absorbed and to transport the layersome across the intestinal wall into the blood stream they attached folic acid and a kind of vitamin B.
Current affairs December 19, 2013
Election Commission Recognized Aam Aadmi Party As State Party
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) got recognition as a recognised state party and reserved symbol of broom in Delhi from the Election Commission on the basis of its performance in the just-concluded Delhi Assembly polls. The recognition to AAP, which is in the process of deciding on whether to form its government in Delhi with Congress support, came last evening after it fulfilled the laid criterion in this regard. As per laid norms, a party may be recognised by the Election Commission if it wins at least three per cent seats, subject to a minimum of three seats and at least six per cent of total valid votes. Aam Aadmi Party won 28 seats in the recently concluded Assembly polls in Delhi.
Cabinet Approved Free Trade Agreement with ASEAN
The Cabinet on 19 December approved free trade agreement between India and the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN). The Agreement of Trade in Services and Agreement was signed under the Comprehensive Economic Cooperation (CECA) between and the ASEAN. The CECA between India and ASEAN was signed in 2003. The Cabinet approved the Agreement on Trade Goods under the CECA with the ASEAN in 2009.
Current affairs December 18, 2013
Lok Sabha Passed The Lokpal and Lokayukta Bill, 2011
Lokpal and Lokayukta Bill, 2011 was passed by the Lok Sabha on 18 December . Earlier, the Bill was passed by the Rajya Sabha on 17 December after some amendments. The most prominent of a clutch of anti-graft legislations on the anvil, the Lokpal bill seeks to establish a Lokpal at the central level and asks states to establish Lokayuktas within a year’s time from the date of notification of the law. The format of the Lokayukta will be left to the state assemblies to decide.
Puneet Kumar is new Secretary General of AEPC
Puneet Kumar, a Kerela cadre IAS officer has been appointed as the Secretary General of Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC). Apparel Export Promotion Council is the apex body for apparel exports in the country. The post was vacant since April 2012. Amarendra Sahoo was the last secretary general.He is a 1993 batch officer and a graduate in mechanical engineering .He has worked in different capacities in departments like revenue, technical education, excise and agriculture in Kerala.
Current affairs December 17, 2013
South India’s First High Altitude Cricket Stadium Inaugurated In Kerala
Kerala Governor Nikhil Kumar inaugurated south India’s first high altitude cricket stadium at Krishnagiri in Wynad district of Kerala on 17 December. This is the second cricket ground in India after Dharamsala stadium to be located as such height.The stadium spreads over 4.4 hectares area and is situated at about 2800 feet above the sea level. The Kerala Cricket Association had invested 6.5 crore rupees for construction of the stadium.
Indian Golf Team Won Asia-Pacific Junior Golf Team Titles
Indian golf team both girls and boys team won Asia Pacific Junior Golf championship Team Titles at Kolkata golf club. It was India’s first ever victory in the Asia Pacific Junior Golf Championship.In the boy’s category, the team of Viraj Madappa and Manu Gandas took India ‘A’ to win the team title. On the other hand, in the girl’s category, the team of Aditi and Ridhima Dilawari fashioned India ‘B’ to win the team title.
Current affairs December 16, 2013
Union Cabinet Approved The Prevention of Communal Violence Bill 2013
The Union Cabinet on 16 December approved the Prevention of Communal Violence Bill 2013. The bill aimed to prevent and tackle the communal violence in the country and punish the perpetrators of the violence. The Bill has been named as The Prevention of Communal and Targeted Violence (Access to Justice and Reparations) Bill, 2013. The Bill has the provision of creating an institutional arrangement for speedy investigation, disposal of cases and for providing relief and rehabilitation to victims of communal violence. It also seeks imposition of enhanced punishment on persons involved in communal violence.
Mahesh Mangaonkar Becomes First Indian To Win Bratislava Squash Event
Mahesh Mangaonkar became the first Indian squash player to win the IMET Open 2013 in the Slovakian capital of Bratislava on 16 December. Mahesh, the 19-year-old World No.98 from Mumbai downed defending champion Greg Lobban, the No.2 seed from Scotland 7-11, 11-8, 11-4, 6-11, 11-7 to take the title.
Andy Murray Crowned BBC ‘ Sports Personality of the Year ‘
UK Tennis star Andy Murray, the first British tennis player to win the Wimbledon in 77 years, was awarded with the ‘ BBC Sports Personality of the Year ’. Wales and Lions rugby star Leigh Halfpenny was awarded with the runner-up trophy and champion jockey Tony McCoy finished third in the same list.
Current affairs December 15, 2013
Harsh Kumar Bhanwala is new Chairman of NABARD
Harsh Kumar Bhanwala has been appointed as the Chairman of the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) on 15 December. Prior to this appointment, Bhanwala was an Executive Director at India Infrastructure Finance Company Ltd (IIFCL), a state-owned infrastructure lender. Bhanwala succeeds Prakash Bakshi, who retired as NABARD Chairman in September 2013. Before joining IIFCL, Bhanwala was senior vice president in IL&FS Water Ltd, which was involved in development work in water and waste water projects.
Rajiv Gandhi Airport Wins Safety Award
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA), operated by GMR Hyderabad International Airport Ltd (GHIAL) , has been awarded the ‘Sword of Honour’ for safety management. The award was in recognition of its effective implementation of occupational health and safety management systems from the British Safety Council for health and safety works at the airport. The ‘Sword of Honour’ is considered to be the Oscar of the Safety World. RGIA is the first Indian airport to receive this honour in the world.
Current affairs December 14, 2013
Shivraj Singh Chouhan Sworn In As The Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh
Shivraj Singh Chouhan, who led BJP to its third straight victory in the Madhya Pradesh Assembly Election, was sworn-in as the Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh on 14 December 2013. The Governor of Madhya Pradesh, Ram Naresh Yadav administered the oath of office and secrecy to him in Jamboori Maidan of Bhopal.He has sworn in as the Chief Minister for the third consecutive time.Shivraj Singh Chouhan is the 18th and current Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh.
International Assam Footballer Babul Phukan Died
Former international footballer from Assam, Babul Phukan was died in Guwahati, Assam.He represented Assam nine times in the Santosh trophy. Babul played for Assam sub junior, junior and Santosh Trophy teams on several occasions He has played several, international matches in England, Germany and Italy .As a member of the SAI team, Babul played against a Russian team in Guwahati and Shillong in 1988 . He represented the Maharana Club, one of the oldest clubs of North East and played for the Mohammedan Sporting Club in 1989 .
Current affairs December 13, 2013
Wal-Mart Names Krish Iyer As New Chief Executive For India Unit
Wal-Mart Stores Inc.(WMT) on 13 December named Krish Iyer as president and chief executive of its India unit.Mr. Iyer, will replace Walmart India’s interim chief executive Ramnik Narsey, from January 20 , 2014. Iyer, who will report to Wal-Mart Asia regional President and CEO Scott Price, will replace interim CEO Ramnik Narsey, who is taking a new role as senior vice president, Wal-Mart International.Iyer is a Chartered Accountant, having received his Bachelor’s degree with honours in Commerce and Economics from the University of Mumbai in India.
Vasundhara Raje Sworn In As Chief Minister of Rajasthan
BJP leader Vasundhara Raje , who led BJP to a landslide victory in Rajasthan Assembly polls, was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Rajasthan for the second time.Vasundhara Raje was administered the oath of office and secrecy by Governor Margaret Alva during a grand swearing-in ceremony inside the Assembly building premises in Jaipur on 13 December. Vasundhara Raje is elected from Jhalrapatan (Jhalawar) constituency. She is the 22nd Chief Minister of Rajasthan state.
Current affairs December 12, 2013
India Won Women’s Kabaddi World Cup 2013
India has won the women’s Kabaddi World Cup championship for the third time in a row, defeating New Zealand 49-21 in the summit clash in Jalandhar, Punjab on 12 December. Indian women’s team has won 2011, 2012, and 2013 editions of World cups.
West Bengal Assembly Adopted A Fresh Bill To Tackle illegal Activities of Chit Funds
The West Bengal Assembly on 12 December adopted a fresh Bill to tackle illegal activities of Chit Funds in the State. Amit Mitra, the Finance Minister of the state moved the West Bengal Protection of Interest of Depositors in Financial Establishments Bill, 2013 in the House.The new Bill includes the provisions like personal properties of a person, who has borrowed money from defaulting Chit Fund Company will be attached besides, the properties of the owner, partners, directors and employees of the Financial Institutions will also be confiscated.Apart from this, the state Government has returned the money of 2 Lakhs 87 thousand people by now, who were dupred by the Sardha Group.
Current affairs December 11, 2013
Supreme Court Judgement On Homosexuality
India’s Supreme Court on 11 December upheld the constitutional validity of Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code making gay sex an offence punishable with upto life imprisonment.A bench of justices G S Singhvi and S J Mukhopadhaya set aside the Delhi High Court’s verdict which had in 2009 decriminalised gay sex among consenting adults in private.The Supreme Court bench allowed the appeals filed by various social and religious organisations challenging the Delhi high court verdict on the ground that gay sex is against the cultural and religious values of the country.The Supreme Court ruled that there is no constitutional infirmity in section 377 of the Indian Penal Code, IPC which makes gay sex an offence punishable with upto life imprisonment.With the apex court verdict, the operation of penal provision against gay sex has come into force. The bench stated Parliament is authorised to delete section 377 of IPC but till the time this penal provision is there, the court cannot legalise this kind of sexual relationship.The court passed the order on a batch of petitions of anti-gay right activists and social and religious organisations against the Delhi High Court’s verdict decriminalising gay sex.The Delhi High Court had on 2 July 2009 decriminalised gay sex as provided in Section 377 of the IPC and had ruled that sex between two consenting adults in private would not be an offence.
Scientist Created ‘Robotic Sperm’ To Help With Fertilisation and Drug Delivery
Scientists have created the first ever “sperm-based biobots” by trapping single sperm cells inside metal nanotubes and remotely controlling their direction using magnets.The resulting biobot (a ‘biological robot’, referring to a bacterium or cell which has been programmed to behave in a certain way) could be put to a range of uses, including delivering drugs to a specific target in the body or fertilising an egg.The experiments have been led by Oliver Schmidt at the Institute for Integrative Nanosciences in Dresden, Germany. Schmidt and his team created magnetic nanotubes 50 microns long by 5 to 8 microns in diameter and dropped these into a fluid containing bull sperm.
Current affairs December 10 2013
Mysore Prince Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wodeyar Died
The last King of the erstwhile Mysore royal family, Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wodeyar died in Bangalore on 10 December.Maharaja Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wodeyar Bahadur also known as Srikanta Wadeyar was the last prince of Mysore Kingdom under Wodeyar dynasty.Wodeyar Dynasty ruled the Kingdom of Mysore between 1399 and 1950.Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wodeyar was born in 1953. He was the only son of Maharaja Jayachamarajendra Wodiyar, the last ruling Maharaja of Mysore and his second wife Maharani Tripura Sundari Ammani Avaru.He succeeded his father as the head of the Wodeyar dynasty in 1974.He was elected as a Member of Parliament representing the Mysore Parliamentary Constituency four times as a candidate of Indian National Congress.Wodeyar was also a Fashion Designer and promoted Mysore Silk Sarees under his brand name called “Royal Silk of Mysore”.
Human Rights Day was observed on 10th December
Human Rights Day was observed 10th December across the world to bring to light the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. 2013 Theme of the day is “20 Years Working for Your Rights”. The UN General Assembly proclaimed 10 December as Human Rights Day in 1950, to bring to the attention ‘of the peoples of the world’ the Universal Declaration of Human Rights as the common standard of achievement for all peoples and all nations. The United Nations General Assembly in December 1993 created the mandate of High Commissioner for the promotion and protection of all human rights. This year, the office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights marks 20 years since its establishment.
Current affairs December 09, 2013
December 9th Observed as a International Anti-Corruption Day
International Anti-Corruption Day is observed on 9th December across the world to raise awareness about the menace of Corruption and what people can do to fight it. The theme for the year 2013 is “Act against Corruption Today”. The day is observed on 9th December each year to raise awareness about the corruption. The UN General Assembly by resolution of 58/4 of 31 October 2003 designated 9 December as International Anti-Corruption Day. This decision aimed to raise people’s awareness of corruption and of the role of the United Nations Convention against Corruption in combating and preventing it.
Wipro Chairman Azim Premji Gets ET Lifetime Achievement Award 2013
Wipro Chairman Azim Premji has won the Economic Times Lifetime Achievement Award 2013 for his role in creating India’s third-largest software exporter and also for the impressive scale of his philanthropy.Azim H Premji is an Indian business tycoon and philanthropist who is the chairman of Wipro Limited, guiding the company through four decades of diversification and growth to emerge as one of the Indian leaders in the software industry. According to Forbes, he is currently the fourth wealthiest Indian, and the 91st richest in the world, with a personal wealth of $17.2 billion in 2013.The 2013 ET Awards for Corporate Excellence were given in Mumbai on 9 December 2013. The ET Awards were decided by a jury headed by Anshu Jain, co-CEO of Deutsche Bank.
Current affairs December 08, 2013
Shivakumar Appointed as new CEO of PepsiCo India
PepsiCo has appointed D Shivakumar as its Chairman and CEO for India region. He has quit Nokia as Managing Director in March 2013.In his new role, Shivakumar will be responsible for PepsiCo’s India region, which includes beverage brands such as Pepsi-Cola, Lay’s potato chips, Slice mango beverage, Kurkure snacks, Tropicana juices and Quaker Oats. In addition to this, he will also oversee NourishCo, PepsiCo’s joint venture with Tata Global Beverages and franchise businesses in Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka and the Maldives.
Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit Resigned
She sent her resignation to the Lt Governor. Sheila Dikshit was defeated in her constituency in New Delhi from Arvind Kejriwal of Aam Aadmi Party by over 22,000 votes.
Current affairs December 07, 2013
Venezuela’s Alyz Henrich Won Miss Earth 2013 Title
Alyz Henrich of Venezuela has been crowned Miss Earth 2013 at the Versailles Palace, Philippines on 7 December. She was crowned with the pageant of Miss World by Tereza Fajksova, the Miss Earth 2012 from Czech Republic. This was the 13th edition of the annual Miss Earth.The runners-up are Miss Austria, who was crowned Miss Air, Miss Thailand won the Miss Water title and Miss Fire went to Miss Korea.This is the second time the title has been given to a beauty from Venezuela. Alexandra Braun had won the pageant in 2005.
Oxford Researchers Developed New Malaria Vaccine
In a major scientific development, scientists at Oxford University have developed a new malaria vaccine which can guard against the deadly mosquito-borne disease.The vaccine has shown promising results in the first clinical trial in which some of the adult volunteers were completely protected against malaria.It’s the first time that a vaccine has been shown to have a protective effect through a sufficiently high immune response involving cells called CD8 T cells. It is CD8 immune cells that are seen to vanguard a protective response against malaria in similar studies in mice.
Current affairs December 06, 2013
Football World Cup Winner’s Prize Money Rises To $35 million
The 2014 World Cup champions will receive $35 million in prize money, world football’s governing body FIFA announced in Salvador on 6 December 2013.The value represents a 17 per cent increase in the prize money handed to Spain for winning the 2010 tournament in South Africa.FIFA will award the second placed side $25 million while the third will receive $22 million.Each of the tournament’s 32 teams will receive $1.5 million before the tournament begins to help cover their preparation costs.Brazil will host 2014 Football World Cup tournment.
Current affairs December 05, 2013
Sri Lanka To Set Up 8 Economic Zones Across Country
Sri Lanka’s Board of Investment has announced on 5 December plans to start eight export processing and industrial zones across the country.These economic zones will begin operations in 2014.As per the Investment Promotion Minister of Sri Lanka, Lakshman Yapa Abeywardana these zones will attract foreign investment and will provide economic development to the rural areas. The largest of the eight zones will be in Vavuniya in the North, which will revive the economic activities after the civil war.The three of the economic zones will be at Hambantota in the south. The Government of Sri Lanka has invested heavily to develop the region as a commercial and industrial hub.
India To Host Under-17 FIFA World Cup In 2017
India was chosen as the host country for Under-17 FIFA World Cup in 2017 by the FIFA executive committee in its meeting at Salvador de Bahia in Brazil on 5 December 2013.By virtue of being the host country, India will take part in the 24-nation tournament for the first time in its history. This will be the biggest ever football tournament in the country as this is the first FIFA event in the country’s history.The tournament comprises 24 teams and it will be held in six cities across India Including New Delhi. The Union cabinet has sanctioned the 125 crore rupees for infrastructure development.
Current affairs December 04, 2013
GSM operators add 16.6 lakh Rural Users In October
GSM mobile operators added 16.6 lakh new subscribers in rural areas in October to take the overall base in such areas to 27.43 crore, the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) announced on 4 December 2013. GSM rural subscribers net additions in October 2013 stood at 1.66 million with 0.61 per cent increase from previous month.
Scientists Discovered ‘Super Gene’ That Boost Rice Yields
A group of international scientists from Japan and the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) in Manila , has discovered a rice gene named ” Spike ” that can increase the production of indica rice varieties, which includes basmati, by up to 36% . Most of the rice produced in Southern Asia, including India and Thailand, is indica rice.The use of Spike in rice breeding could contribute to food security in indica-growing regions such as South and Southeast Asia.
Current affairs December 03, 2013
India Successfully Test Fired Nuclear Capable ‘ Prithvi -2 ‘ Missile
India has successfully test fired its surface to surface ballistic missile Prithvi-ll from Chandipur in the Balesore district of Odisha on 3 December.The last user trial of Prithvi-II was successfully carried out from the same base on 7th and 8th October 2013.It was Inducted into India’s Strategic Forces Command in 2003, the Prithvi II missile is the first missile to be developed by DRDO under India’s Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme.
Dhoni Wins ICC’s LG People’s Choice Award 2013
India captain and wicketkeeper M.S. Dhoni has won the ICC’s LG People’s Choice Award for 2013 on 3 December . Dhoni is the second Indian to win this special category award after Sachin Tendulkar. Dhoni has now become only the third cricketer to win this award after Tendulkar, who was the first-ever recipient in 2010, and Sri Lanka’s Kumar Sangakkara, who won it in 2011 and 2012.Other nominees for this year’s LG People’s Choice Award were Australia’s Michael Clarke, England’s Alastair Cook, India’s Virat Kohli, and South Africa’s AB de Villiers.
Current affairs December 02, 2013
Lakshmi Mittal Tumbles To 9th Spot In South Africa’s Rich Businessmen List
NRI steel baron Lakshmi Mittal, who was at the top in South Africa’s richest businessmen list for six consecutive years, has dropped down to 9th position this year due to plummeting share price of ArcelorMittal SA. Mittal has continued to drop down the rankings since last last year when he was ranked third after losing the top spot which he held for six consecutive years previously. This year Mittal took the 9th position.
Department of Posts launched ‘Express Parcel’ and ‘Business Parcel’ Services
The Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications & IT, on 2 December launched an Express Parcel service and Business Parcel Services for speedy delivery of parcels across the country. The services were launched by Smt. P. Gopinath, Secretary, Department of Posts, at a function organized at New Delhi G.P.O. Express Parcel is a premium parcel service for retail as well as bulk customers. It offered time bound, safe and secure home delivery of parcels. To have minimal transit time these parcels will be given airlift wherever needed.Bulk customers would also have an economical option of surface transported ‘Business Parcel’. These two new parcel services aim to promote the e-commerce market in India by offering reliable and cost efficient delivery solutions. Whereas ‘Express Parcel’ is an air mail service providing guaranteed time bound delivery of parcels, ‘Business Parcel’ will provide fast, secure and cost efficient transmission of parcels through surface. These services will have ‘Cash on Delivery’ facility which has become a pre-requisite today for e-commerce parcels.
Current affairs December 01, 2013
World AIDS Day Observed On 1 December
World AIDS Day was observed on 1 December 2013 across the globe to raise awareness about the HIV/ AIDS. The theme for the year 2013 is: Getting to Zero.HIV/AIDS remains a major global issue, having claimed more than 36 million lives so far since the discovery of the virus more than 20 years ago. According to the World Health Organisation, there were approximately 35.3 million people living with HIV in 2012. Since the inception of World AIDS Day in 1988, it has been observed on 1st December every year with different themes. The theme for this year is “Getting to Zero”- means zero new infections, zero discrimination and zero AIDS-related deaths.
Egypt Panel Approved New Draft Constitution
An Egyptian constitutional panel on 1 December approved a new draft constitution for Egypt Government.50-member constitution-drafting panel headed by Amre Moussa approved draft-constitution, which contains 247 Articles. According to the country’s officials, the referendum on the draft constitution is to be held in January 2014.
Current affairs November 30, 2013
India has successfully test fired its surface to surface ballistic missile Prithvi-ll from Chandipur in the Balesore district of Odisha on 3 December.The last user trial of Prithvi-II was successfully carried out from the same base on 7th and 8th October 2013.It was Inducted into India’s Strategic Forces Command in 2003, the Prithvi II missile is the first missile to be developed by DRDO under India’s Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme.
Dhoni Wins ICC’s LG People’s Choice Award 2013
India captain and wicketkeeper M.S. Dhoni has won the ICC’s LG People’s Choice Award for 2013 on 3 December . Dhoni is the second Indian to win this special category award after Sachin Tendulkar. Dhoni has now become only the third cricketer to win this award after Tendulkar, who was the first-ever recipient in 2010, and Sri Lanka’s Kumar Sangakkara, who won it in 2011 and 2012.Other nominees for this year’s LG People’s Choice Award were Australia’s Michael Clarke, England’s Alastair Cook, India’s Virat Kohli, and South Africa’s AB de Villiers.
Current affairs December 02, 2013
Lakshmi Mittal Tumbles To 9th Spot In South Africa’s Rich Businessmen List
NRI steel baron Lakshmi Mittal, who was at the top in South Africa’s richest businessmen list for six consecutive years, has dropped down to 9th position this year due to plummeting share price of ArcelorMittal SA. Mittal has continued to drop down the rankings since last last year when he was ranked third after losing the top spot which he held for six consecutive years previously. This year Mittal took the 9th position.
Department of Posts launched ‘Express Parcel’ and ‘Business Parcel’ Services
The Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications & IT, on 2 December launched an Express Parcel service and Business Parcel Services for speedy delivery of parcels across the country. The services were launched by Smt. P. Gopinath, Secretary, Department of Posts, at a function organized at New Delhi G.P.O. Express Parcel is a premium parcel service for retail as well as bulk customers. It offered time bound, safe and secure home delivery of parcels. To have minimal transit time these parcels will be given airlift wherever needed.Bulk customers would also have an economical option of surface transported ‘Business Parcel’. These two new parcel services aim to promote the e-commerce market in India by offering reliable and cost efficient delivery solutions. Whereas ‘Express Parcel’ is an air mail service providing guaranteed time bound delivery of parcels, ‘Business Parcel’ will provide fast, secure and cost efficient transmission of parcels through surface. These services will have ‘Cash on Delivery’ facility which has become a pre-requisite today for e-commerce parcels.
Current affairs December 01, 2013
World AIDS Day Observed On 1 December
World AIDS Day was observed on 1 December 2013 across the globe to raise awareness about the HIV/ AIDS. The theme for the year 2013 is: Getting to Zero.HIV/AIDS remains a major global issue, having claimed more than 36 million lives so far since the discovery of the virus more than 20 years ago. According to the World Health Organisation, there were approximately 35.3 million people living with HIV in 2012. Since the inception of World AIDS Day in 1988, it has been observed on 1st December every year with different themes. The theme for this year is “Getting to Zero”- means zero new infections, zero discrimination and zero AIDS-related deaths.
Egypt Panel Approved New Draft Constitution
An Egyptian constitutional panel on 1 December approved a new draft constitution for Egypt Government.50-member constitution-drafting panel headed by Amre Moussa approved draft-constitution, which contains 247 Articles. According to the country’s officials, the referendum on the draft constitution is to be held in January 2014.
Current affairs November 30, 2013
India Won 117 Medals at Commonwealth Championships
Indian weightlifters ended their Commonwealth Youth, Junior & Senior Championships in style, bagging six medals on 30 November 2013 to take their overall tally to a staggering 117, including 57 gold, on the final day of the event in Penang, Malaysia.Besides 57 gold, Indian lifters finished with 39 silver and 21 bronze.The biggest contributors to the tally were the youth boys, who notched up 24 medals, including 16 gold and eight silver.
‘Beatriz’s War’ Wins ‘ Golden Peacock Award ‘ at 44th International Film Festival
East Timor film ‘Beatriz’s War’ bagged Golden Peacock award for Best Film at the 44th International Film Festival of India at Panaji, Goa on 30 November 2013. The film, directed by Bety Reis and Luigi Acquisto, is a passionate story of one woman’s conviction to remain true to the man she loves. The award carries a Golden Peacock, a certificate and a Cash Prize of 40 lakh Rupees. Indian Director Kaushik Ganguli bags the award for Best Director for his Bengali film ‘Apur Panchali’. The award carries a Silver Peacock, a certificate and a cash prize of 15 lakh Rupees.
Current affairs November 29, 2013
Assam Pavilion Receives Gold Award at IITF-2013
The Assam Pavilion was adjudged “First for Excellence in display amongst State Governments and Union Territory Pavilions” and was given the award of Gold Medal in the India International Trade Fair 2013 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.This is the first time in the 33 years of history of the IITF( India International Trade Fair) that a State Government has consecutively received the prestigious Gold Award in succession after the Gold Awards in 2012. The theme of this year was “Inclusive Growth” and the theme Pavilion set up reflected the growth of various sectors in the State.
Sports Ministry signed MoU with Department of AIDS Control
The Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports on 29 November signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Department of AIDS Control.The MoU was signed between Secretary, Department of Sports Ajit M Saran, and Secretary, Department of AIDS Control, Lov Verma, in New Delhi.The MoU’s objective is to “reach a large number of youth engaged in sports activities” at village, district and state level with information on STI/HIV/AIDS prevention and related services.
Current affairs November 28, 2013
RBI relaxed The Norms For Participation Of NBFCs In Insurance Joint Ventures
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on 28 November relaxed norms for participation of Non-Banking Finance Companies (NBFCs) in the insurance joint ventures by allowing them to hold more than 50 percent in such companies.The notification of Reserve Bank of India has stated that – it has been decided that in cases where IRDA issues calls for capital infusion into the Insurance joint venture company, the RBI may, on a case to case basis, consider need based relaxation of the 50 percent group limit.The relaxation will be subject to compliance by the NBFC with all regulatory conditions.In the operation of Insurance Company, the IRDA often requires an insurance company to expand its capital taking into account the stipulations of the Insurance Act and the solvency requirements of the insurance company.
National Tiger Conservation Authority Approved Fifth Tiger Reserve In Maharashtra
The National Tiger Conservation Authority on 28 November approved the fifth tiger reserve of Maharashtra in Nagzira. The Nagzira tiger reserve will be developed between Bhandara and Gondia districts, which will be the home of surplus tigers of the state.
Current affairs November 27, 2013
Nepal and UAE qualified For 2014 Twenty20 World Cup
Lt Gen Raheel Sharif is new Chief of Pakistan Army
Current affairs November 26, 2013
S&P appoints Neeraj Sahai as new President
A top Indian-American executive at Citigroup has been appointed president of Standard & Poor’s Ratings Services, the world’s largest ratings firm.Neeraj Sahai will assume his new role at S&P from January 6, 2014, financial intelligence company McGraw Hill Financial said in a statement in New York.Sahai succeeds Douglas Peterson, who became president and chief executive officer of McGraw Hill Financial on 1 November.
NATO Launches Largest-ever Cyber Security Exercises
North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) on 26 November launched a a large-scale cyber defense exercise based largely in Estonia, with participants scattered across 32 other European countries.The three-day exercise, code-named “Cyber Coalition 2013,” is NATO’s largest cyber exercise to date in terms of the number of countries taking part.The Cyber Defence Exercise is aimed at training technical personnel and their leadership as well as testing the capability of NATO and its partners to coordinate their efforts in foiling multiple simulated cyber attacks.
Current affairs November 25, 2013
India’s Strategic Forces Command (SFC) successfully test-fired nuclear-capable Dhanush ballistic missile from a naval ship off Odisha coast.
Dhanush Missile:
- Surface-to-surface missile developed by DRDO under the Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP)
Viswanathan Anand dethroned, Magnus Carlsen new world chess champion
Viswanathan Anand's reign as the world chess champion came to a heart-breaking end on Friday with Magnus Carlsen taking the crown after a draw in the 10th game.
Current affairs November 21,2013
India's first women's bank, the Bharatiya Mahila Bank will be inaugurated today in Mumbai at the iconic Air India building in Nariman Point.
Current affairs November 18,2013
Newly appointed Maldives, President?
answer: Abdulla Yameen
Current affairs November 16,2013
who won bharat ratna 2013?
Answer : Sachin Tendulkar and C N R Rao
Note: CNR RAO is the man behind India's mars mission
Current affairs November 14,2013
Miss Universe 2013 Winner ?
Gabriela Isler(Venezuela)
Current affairs November 8,2013
Typhoon Haiyan was hit in which country?
Answer : Philippines
Venue for 2013 Commonwealth summit (CHOGM 2013 ) ?
answer: Sri Lanka
Current affairs November 7,2013
Which nation host 2018 men's hockey World Cups ?
Answer: India
Which nation host 2018 women's hockey World Cups ?
Answer: England
Current affairs November 1 , 2013
2013 Indira gandhi Prize winner?
Answer: M S
Swaminathan
Which indian state host
2013 World Chess Championship ?
Answer: Tamil nadu (chennai)
Current affairs
November 2 , 2013
Malayalam Literary award ezhuthachan puraskar 2013 winner ?
Answer: M K Sanu.
What is the full form for "FMC" that was recently
in news?
Answer : Forward Markets Commission.
Who is the present Chief Secretary of the State?
Answer : Kaushik Mukherjee
1. 2013 शंघाई मास्टर्स खिताब के विजेता?
उत्तर: नोवाक जोकोविच
भारतीय राज्यों उड़ीसा और आंध्र प्रदेश को टक्कर मार दी थी जो चक्रवात 2.Name?
उत्तर: Phailin
3.Typhoon नारी जो देश भर में मारा गया था?
उत्तर: फिलीपींस
14/10/2013 - सोमवार
4. अर्थशास्त्र विजेता के लिए 2013 में नोबेल पुरस्कार?
उत्तर: रॉबर्ट शिलर, यूजीन Fama, और लार्स पीटर हैनसेन
अन्य नोबेल पुरस्कार विजेताओं की सूची
5. खबर में हाल ही में किया गया था जो यूआईडीएआई चेयरमैन नाम?
उत्तर: नंदन नीलेकणी
15/10/2013 - मंगलवार
6. "एनडीएमए" के लिए पूरा नाम क्या है?
उत्तर: राष्ट्रीय आपदा प्रबंधन एजेंसी
7. हाल में भारत की हॉकी टीम के कोच नियुक्त किया?
उत्तर: टेरी वाल्श
17/10/2013 - गुरुवार
8. मैन बुकर पुरस्कार 2013 विजेता?
उत्तर: एलेनोर Catton
9. एलेनोर Catton की राष्ट्रीयता क्या है
जवाब: न्यूजीलैंड
10. जो सबसे कम उम्र के आदमी बुकर पुरस्कार विजेता है?
उत्तर: एलेनोर Catton
18/10/2013- शुक्रवार
11. साउथ एशियन लिटरेचर 2013 के लिए डीएससी पुरस्कार का विजेता कौन है?
उत्तर: जीत थायल (Narcopolis)
12.हाल ही में भारतीय स्टेट बैंक की पहली महिला अध्यक्ष निर्वाचित?
उत्तर:arundhati bhattacharya (अरुंधति भट्टाचार्य)
23/10/2013- बुधवार
जो देश तूफान रेमंड द्वारा मारा गया था?
उत्तर: मेक्सिको
भारत के मंगल ग्रह मिशन के लिए नाम क्या है?
उत्तर: Mangal yaan
28/10/2013
Current affairs i this post are Updating daily. 18/10/2013- शुक्रवार
11. साउथ एशियन लिटरेचर 2013 के लिए डीएससी पुरस्कार का विजेता कौन है?
उत्तर: जीत थायल (Narcopolis)
12.हाल ही में भारतीय स्टेट बैंक की पहली महिला अध्यक्ष निर्वाचित?
उत्तर:arundhati bhattacharya (अरुंधति भट्टाचार्य)
23/10/2013- बुधवार
जो देश तूफान रेमंड द्वारा मारा गया था?
उत्तर: मेक्सिको
भारत के मंगल ग्रह मिशन के लिए नाम क्या है?
उत्तर: Mangal yaan
28/10/2013
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