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Current Affairs – November 08 2023
1. Axis Bank Partners With IRMA To Promote Financial Inclusion And Literacy In India
Recently, Axis Bank and the Institute of Rural Management Anand (IRMA) entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish the Axis Bank Chair for financial inclusion at IRMA.
This chair will play a pivotal role in advancing financial inclusion and financial literacy in India, aligning with the vision of equitable and sustainable transformation for the nation.
2. Hitesh Kumar S Makwana appointed Surveyor General of India
The Central Government of India announced a series of significant appointments and postings for senior bureaucrats, reinforcing its commitment to efficient governance and administrative leadership. These appointments span various ministries and departments, each entrusted with critical responsibilities.
Hitesh Kumar S. Makwana, an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) official of the Tamil Nadu cadre, has been appointed as the Surveyor General of India. Prior to this appointment, he served as an Additional Secretary in the Union Home Ministry.
3. Chile becomes 95th member of International Solar Alliance ISA
Chile has recently become the 95th member of the International Solar Alliance (ISA), a significant development in the global effort to promote solar energy.
During a meeting in New Delhi, Ambassador Juan Angulo of Chile handed over the Instrument of ISA ratification to Abhishek Singh, Joint Secretary (Economic Diplomacy) in the Ministry of External Affairs, reinforcing the country’s commitment to solar energy cooperation.
4. Vidit Gujrathi, Vaishali R Claim Titles at FIDE Grand Swiss Chess Event
Indian chess players Vidit Gujrathi and R Vaishali achieved remarkable victories at the FIDE Grand Swiss Chess 2023 held on the Isle of Man, earning them a coveted spot in the prestigious Candidates Tournament.
The Candidates Tournament is a crucial spot in determining a challenger for the reigning world chess champion. Let’s delve into the details of their outstanding performances.
5. 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.
6. World Radiography Day 2023 is Observed on 8th November
World Radiography Day is observed each year on November 8 to commemorate the groundbreaking discovery of X-radiation by German physicist Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen in 1895.
This day holds special significance in the field of radiography, recognizing the vital role of radiographers and highlighting the importance of medical imaging in modern healthcare.
The theme chosen for World Radiography Day 2023 is “Celebrating Patient Safety.”
