NATIONAL UPDATES:
1. Twinkle Khanna launches her fourth book 'Welcome to
Paradise': The renowned actress & author Twinkle Khanna celebrated the
launch of her fourth book, “Welcome to Paradise,” in Mumbai The book is a
collection of short stories, delves into the complex lives of women navigating
love, marriage and loneliness, all presented with Twinkle’s signature wit and
honor.
2. Jal Shakti Ministry to organize Jal Itihas Utsav in New
Delhi: Jal Shakti Ministry will
organize Jal Itihas Utsav in New Delhi today. Aims: To raise public
consciousness about safeguarding water heritage sites, creating a sense of
ownership among the masses as well as promote tourism. The grand event
marks the culmination of Water Heritage Fortnight being celebrated in various
districts across the nation at 75 Natural Water Heritage Structures.
3. Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurates new factory of Dixon
Technology in Nodia: Union Minister Ashwini
Vaishnaw inaugurated a new factory of Dixon Technology in Nodia,
UP to boost the local smartphone ecosystem. Dixon Technologies is a
contract manufacturer of televisions, washing machines, smartphones, LED bulbs,
battens, downlighters and CCTV security systems for companies such as Samsung,
Xiaomi, Panasonic and Philips. It has 17 manufacturing units in India.
4. Nagaland celebrates its 61st Statehood day today: Nagaland is celebrating its 61st Statehood
day today. It became the 16th State of the Union of India on 1st December
1963. A state level function will be held at the Nagaland Civil
Secretariat Kohima this morning. On the occasion, Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio
will launch Nagaland School Safety Policy Digital Training Platform and
Nagaland Disaster Risk Reduction Road Map.
5. PM Modi dedicates 10,000th Jan Aushadi Kendra at
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 Kendras in the country from 10,000 to
25,000.
6. Border Security Force raising
day is celebrated on 1st December.: On
December 1 every year, the Border
Security Force (BSF) of India celebrates its Raising Day. This day marks
the creation of BSF, which is India’s main border-guarding organization
established on December 1, 1965. BSF, known as the First Line of Defence for
Indian Territories, is a paramilitary force responsible for protecting India’s
land borders with Pakistan and Bangladesh in times of peace. Their role
includes preventing transnational crime.
INTERNATIONAL UPDATES:
1. World AIDS day is being observed today: World AIDS Day 2023 observed annually on December
1, serves as a crucial occasion to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS. The
theme for World AIDS Day 2023, “Let
Communities Lead!” AIDS is the late stage of HIV infection that occurs when the body's
immune system is badly damaged because of the virus.
2. Jagdeep Dhankhar inaugurates 5th Global Ayurveda
Festival at Thiruvananthap: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar inaugurated the 5th edition of Global
Ayurveda Festival (GAF) 2023 in Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala. GAF- 2023 would
be held in the state capital of Kerala from December 1-5, with the theme
'Emerging Challenges in Healthcare and a Resurgent Ayurveda'. Delegations from
over 70 countries will be present at the event, which underlines the growing
recognition of Ayurveda's relevance in addressing global health concerns.
3. Angkor Wat temple in Cambodia becomes 8th wonder of
the world: Angkor
Wat temple, located in northern province of Siem Reap in Cambodia has become the
eighth Wonder of the World. The unofficial title Eighth Wonder of the World is sometimes given to buildings,
structures, projects, designs, or even people who are thought to be comparable
to the seven Wonders of the World. The Angkor Wat was built as a Hindu temple,
dedicated to Lord Vishnu and gradually progressed to become a major temple of
Buddhism.
4. Nepal is the first country in South Asia to register
same sex marriage.: Nepal has witnessed
its initial same-sex marriage, as a trans-woman and a gay man legally tied the knot in the Lamjung district. Nepal has officially documented its first
same-sex marriage, and this comes five months after the Supreme Court
legalized it. According to PTI, a 35-year-old trans-woman named Maya Gurung and
a 27-year-old gay man, Surendra Pandey, got legally married in Dordi Rural
Municipality in the Lamjung district of Western Nepal. This was confirmed by
Sanjib Gurung ,the president of Blue Diamond Society.
OTHER UPDATES:
DEFENCE
1. Coast Guard Commander Conference’s 40th edition
inaugurated by the Defence Minister.: Defense Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the
40th coast guard commander conference. He has urged the Indian
Coast Guard to keep working hard to strengthen the country’s coastal defenses
and maritime abilities. Speaking at the 40th Coast Guard Commanders Conference
in New Delhi, he praised them for leading
in search and rescue and pollution response. He also highlighted the
importance of fighting against drug trafficking. During the conference he
learned about the Coast Guard’s ongoing projects, readiness, and future plans
from Director General Rakesh Pal. The three-day conference focuses on
addressing current maritime challenges and enhancing coastal surveillance.
2. The first edition of high level virtual interaction
MAHASAGAR launched by the Indian Navy.: On November 29, 2023, the Indian
Navy reached an important achievement by hosting the first MAHASAGAR, Maritime
Heads for Active Security And Growth for All in the Region, a virtual meeting
to enhance safety and development in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). Leaders
from navies and maritime agencies of important coastal regions participated,
promoting a joint maritime strategy to tackle shared challenges. On its
one-year anniversary, the Indian Navy’s initiative MAHASAGAR, stands as a
significant achievement in encouraging virtual meetings among Maritime Heads
for the security and growth of everyone in the region.
SPORTS
1. Punjab lifts 13th Hockey India Senior Men Hockey
National Championship 2023: Punjab claimed the gold
medal after their penalty shootout victory over defending champion Haryana in
the final of the 13th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2023. Punjab
defeated Haryana 9-8 in the shootout after both sides played out a 2-2 draw in
regulation time. Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu overcame Karnataka in penalty shootout
to claim the bronze medal.
2. West Indies' Dowrich announces international
retirement at 32: Former West Indies
wicketkeeper-batsman Shane Dowrich (32-year) has retired from international
cricket. He played in 35 tests, scoring 1570 runs with a high score of 125 not
out against Sri Lanka in 2018. He also had 85 catches and five stumpings as a
wicketkeeper.
AWARDS AND HONOURS
1. Minho & Lee Dong Wook chosen as Global Ambassadors
for the Olympics: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has chosen Minho from
SHINee and renowned K-drama star Lee Dong Wook to serve as the first Global
Ambassadors for ‘OlympicTM Friends.’ The Republic of Korea's Gangwon province will host the 4th Winter
Youth Olympic Games. Gangwon 2024 seeks to give young people a stage on
which to celebrate peace and unity via sports, building a common goal for a
brighter future.
2. French government honours translator and writer Arshia
Sattar: Renowned translator Dr Arshia Sattar has been conferred with ‘Knight of the Order
of Arts and Letters’ at a special ceremony held at the Consulate General of
France in Bengaluru. This award honors her continued commitment to cultural
relationship and cooperation between diverse literary worlds. The French
government also honored ISRO scientist Dr V R Lalithambika for her engagement
in space cooperation between France and India.
3. V R Lalithambika was conferred with top French
Civilian Award Legion d’Honneur.: V R Lalithambika, who used to lead the Human
Spaceflight Program at ISRO, received a top French award called the Légion d’honneur on 28
November. She got this honor because of her important work in strengthening space collaboration between France and
India. The Ambassador of France to India, Thierry Mathou, gave her
the award on behalf of the French government. This award was established by
Napoleon Bonaparte in 1802, and it is the most important award given by the
French Republic to civilians. People receive it for outstanding service to
France, no matter where they’re from.
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