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Current Affairs – November 15 2023
1. Virat Kohli Breaks Sachin Tendulkar’s Record for Most Centuries In An ODI
In a historic moment at the ongoing ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, Virat Kohli, the Former Indian cricket captain, achieved a remarkable feat by becoming the first batter in the world to score 50 One Day International (ODI) centuries.
In doing so, he surpassed the iconic Sachin Tendulkar’s record of 49 centuries, solidifying his place as the leading century-scorer in ODI cricket.
2. Former PM David Cameron Appointed As The UK Foreign Secretary
Rishi Sunak, upon his return from the Deepavali celebrations in his hometown of Southampton, U.K., made waves in the political landscape by resurrecting the political career of former U.K. Prime Minister David Cameron, appointing him to the role of Foreign Secretary.
His tenure as Prime Minister was marked by the divisive Brexit referendum, ultimately resulting in the U.K.’s departure from the European Union.
He served as the Leader of the Conservative Party from 2005 to 2016, and held the position of Leader of the Opposition from 2005 to 2010.
3. Mika, the AI-Powered Robot, Takes the Helm as CEO of Dictador
In a groundbreaking move, Dictador, a Polish beverage company, appointed Mika, an AI-powered humanoid robot, as its experimental CEO in August of the previous year. This decision highlights a growing trend in integrating artificial intelligence into leadership roles.
Mika, described as a more sophisticated version of the well-known AI robot Sophia, shared in a Reuters video interview that she operates tirelessly, being “always on 24/7” and working seven days a week. Her responsibilities range from identifying potential clients to selecting artists for designing bottles for the rum producer.
4. Rear Admiral Rajesh Dhankhar Assumes Command Of The Eastern Fleet
Rear Admiral Rajesh Dhankhar assumed command of the Eastern Fleet, a significant and prestigious position within the Eastern Naval Command.
This change of command ceremony, marking the transition from Rear Admiral Gurcharan Singh, took place at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam.
The Eastern Fleet, often regarded as the Sword Arm of the Eastern Naval Command, plays a crucial role in safeguarding maritime interests in the region.
5. Grammy Awards 2024: Falguni Shah’s ‘Abundance in Millets’ Nominated for Best Global Music Performance
Falguni Shah, a Grammy Award-winning Indian vocalist and songwriter, has been nominated for the Best Global Music Performance category at the 2024 Grammy Awards for her song “Abundance in Millets”, which features a speech written and delivered by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The song was created to raise awareness of millet, a supergrain that has the potential to help alleviate world hunger. Shah is a strong advocate for millets and has been working to promote their cultivation and consumption in India and around the world.
6. Apolinaris D’Souza Honored With The 19th ‘Kalakar Puraskar’ Award
The 19th edition of the prestigious ‘Kalakar Puraskar,’ organized by the Carvalho Household of Kundapura in association with Mandd Sobhann, Mangaluru, was awarded to Apolinaris D’Souza, a prominent Konkani singer, lyricist, and composer. The award ceremony took place on the 5th of November 2023, during a public event held at Kalaagann, Mangaluru.
7. World Diabetes Day 2023 is observed on Nov 14
According to reports, 1 in 10 adults worldwide is grappling with diabetes, with over 90% diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Alarmingly, close to half of these individuals remain undiagnosed.
The theme for World Diabetes Day 2023, “Access to Diabetes Care
8. Children’s Day 2023 is observed on Nov 14
Children’s Day in India is a special occasion celebrated every year on November 14th.
This date was chosen to honor the birthday of India’s first prime minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, a leader who deeply cherished children and believed in their potential to shape the nation’s future.
This day, known as Bal Diwas, is dedicated to raising awareness about children’s rights and well-being.
The theme of this year’s Children’s Day, ‘For every child, every right’,
9. World Kindness Day is observed on Nov 13
World Kindness Day, observed annually on November 13, is a global celebration dedicated to recognizing and promoting acts of kindness.
This day serves as a powerful reminder of the transformative impact that simple acts of kindness can have on individuals, communities, and the world at large.
As we navigate through a world often marked by division and discord, World Kindness Day encourages people to bridge gaps and foster a culture of empathy and generosity.
This year’s theme for 2023 is “Be Kind Wherever Possible
10. Uttarakhand To Become The First State To Adopt The Uniform Civil Code (UCC)
Uttarakhand is on the brink of making history as it prepares to become the first state in India to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC).
In a move towards legal uniformity and gender equality, the state government is set to convene a special session post-Diwali to clear the UCC Bill, marking a significant departure from the diverse personal laws that currently govern citizens based on their religious affiliations.
