Page-33 of Current Affairs - December, 2023

Who is Sam Manekshaw, the Legendary War General?

December 1, 2023

Sam Manekshaw, India’s first Field Marshal, was not just a military genius but also a linguist. Born in Amritsar, he spent his initial years in the city, becoming naturally fluent in Punjabi. His proficiency in the language was not only ..

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India’s Push for Sovereign AI: A Strategic Vision

December 1, 2023

India is positioning itself as a tech-driven nation, emphasizing its success with Aadhaar and Unified Payments Interface (UPI) as governance solutions. Now, the focus is on establishing sovereign artificial intelligence (AI), a crucial step towards leveraging technology for economic development. ..

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Historic Peace Agreement with UNLF

December 1, 2023

Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced on Wednesday that the Union and Manipur governments have successfully signed a peace agreement with the United National Liberation Front (UNLF), marking a significant development in Manipur’s history. What is the UNLF? Formed on ..

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International Conference on Public Health in Africa

December 1, 2023

Africa faces a significant public health challenge, with the continent experiencing over 100 outbreaks of infectious diseases each year, averaging two new outbreaks per week, according to the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The ongoing International Conference ..

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WHO’s Agenda at COP28: Putting Health at the Center Stage

December 1, 2023

In a historic move, health takes center stage at the 27-year-old United Nations Conference of Parties (COP) with a dedicated day on Health/Relief, Recovery, and Peace on December 3 in Dubai, the venue of COP28. The day, hosted by the ..

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Malaria Landscape in 2022: India Tops South & Southeast Asia in Recorded Cases

December 1, 2023

India led South and Southeast Asia in recorded malaria cases in 2022, comprising 66% of the 5.2 million cases reported in the region, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The World Malaria Report 2023, released on November 30, 2023, ..

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SBM-GOBARdhan Biogas Conference to be Organized on December 1

December 1, 2023

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) is set to host the SBM-GOBARdhan Biogas Conference: Accelerating Waste to Wealth & Circular Economy on December 1, 2023. This collaborative effort involves partnerships with GIZ, Circular Waste Solutions, and UNIDO, aiming ..

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Raksha Mantri Inaugurates 40th Coast Guard Commanders’ Conference

December 1, 2023

On November 30, 2023, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh inaugurated the 40th Coast Guard Commanders’ Conference in New Delhi, emphasizing the crucial role of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) in enhancing coastal defenses and maritime capabilities. The three-day conference aims ..

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