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Current Affairs – November 01 & 02 2023
1. David Willey Announces Retirement from International Cricket at Age 33
In a surprising turn of events, David Willey, the renowned all-rounder of the England cricket team, has declared his retirement from international cricket at the age of 33.
This decision comes in the wake of the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) choosing not to offer him a central contract for the 2023-24 cycle. Willey, who has made significant contributions during England’s recent World Cup campaign in India, will play his final international match for England at the World Cup.
2. Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar Wins Gold Medal In The 50m Rifle 3P event
Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar clinched the gold medal in the men’s 50m rifle 3 positions event 2023 at the Asian Shooting Championship 2023. Tomar’s impressive score of 463.5 in the final secured the top spot, making him the most successful Indian shooter at the event.
3. Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar’s statue unveiled at Wankhede Stadium
The iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai is set to witness a momentous occasion as a statue of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar will be unveiled, coinciding with the World Cup match between India and Sri Lanka.
The statue, capturing the legendary batsman in the midst of a cricket stroke, finds its place adjacent to the Sachin Tendulkar stand, paying tribute to the ‘Little Master.’
4. Deepesh Nanda Appointed As CEO & MD Of Tata Power Renewable Energy
Tata Power, one of India’s leading integrated power companies, announced a significant leadership change as it appointed Deepesh Nanda as the President-Renewables and the CEO & MD of its subsidiary, Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL).
This move, effective from November 1, 2023, marks a strategic step in Tata Power’s journey towards becoming a dominant force in the renewable energy sector.
5. Saima Wazed Elected as WHO Regional Director for South-East Asia
In a recent development, Bangladesh’s Saima Wazed, daughter of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, emerged victorious in the election for the next World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director for South-East Asia.
She secured a significant majority of votes, surpassing her opponent, Nepal’s Shambhu Prasad Acharya.
6. India-born author Nandini Das Wins the 2023 British Academy Book Prize
The British Academy Book Prize for Global Cultural Understanding, a prestigious international non-fiction award has been claimed by India-born author Nandini Das for her debut book, ‘Courting India: England, Mughal India, and the Origins of Empire.’
This remarkable work, hailed as the “true origin story of Britain and India told through England’s first diplomatic mission to the Mughal courts,” secured the top spot this year at a ceremony held at the British Academy in London.
7. International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists 2023 is observed on November 02
The International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists is a globally recognized occasion that shines a spotlight on the dangers and violence journalists and media workers face in their line of duty.
Every year, on November 2nd, this day serves as a poignant reminder of the vital role that a free press plays in upholding democracy and the imperative to safeguard those who uncover the truth.
8. Mumbai Ranks Fourth In Global Housing Price Rise
Knight Frank’s Prime Global Cities Index, in its latest report, reveals that for the quarter ending in September 2023, Mumbai has achieved the fourth-highest year-on-year growth in prime residential prices among global cities.
This significant surge has reshaped the city’s real estate dynamics, catapulting it 18 places above its September 2022 ranking.
9. Kozhikode and Gwalior Recognized as Creative Cities for Literature and Music
In a significant recognition of their contributions to literature and music, Kozhikode in Kerala and Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh have been added to UNESCO’s prestigious list of Creative Cities. UNESCO announced this on October 31, which coincides with World Cities Day.
UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network (UCCN) welcomed 55 new cities on World Cities Day.
UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay designated these cities for their dedication to utilizing culture and creativity in their development strategies and for their innovative approaches to human-centered urban planning.
