21 May: World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development observed

On 21 May, the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development was celebrated. The year 2019 has been declared ‘International Year of Indigenous Languages’ by UN General Assembly, so as to bring awareness to importance of linguistic diversity. ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019

20 May: World Bee Day celebrated

The World Bee Day is celebrated every year on May 20. It marks the birthday anniversary of beekeeping pioneer Anton Janša. The theme for World Bee Day 2019 was “Save the Bees”. About World Bee Day Background: 20 May was ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019

Delhi HC: United Nation not State under Article 12

In a recent judgement the Delhi High court (HC) ruled that United Nations Organization (UNO) is not ‘State’ in terms of Article 12 of the Indian Constitution and thus it is not amenable to its jurisdiction under Article 226. About ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019

UGC directs Universities: observe 21 May as Anti-Terrorism Day

The University Grants Commission (UGC, the higher education regulator) has directed universities and higher educational institutions (HEIs) in India to observe 21 May as Anti-Terrorism Day so as to wean youth away from terrorism. Key Highlights Background: Every year 21 ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019

Maharashtra: Governor promulgates Ordinance for Medical Admission Reservation

Maharashtra Governor V. Rao has promulgated an ordinance to provide reservation benefits in admissions to Social and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBCs) in medical education in state. Key Points of Ordinance Reason: In May 2019 the Nagpur bench of Bombay High ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019

20 May: World Metrology Day celebrated

The World Metrology Day is observed every year on 20 May, which commemorates anniversary of signing of Metre Convention in 1875. About World Metrology Day Background: The day commemorates anniversary of signing of the international treaty called Metre Convention in ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019

IMCOR: 8th Indo-Myanmar Coordinated Patrol Begins

The 2019 Indo-Myanmar coordinated patrol (IMCOR) is taking place from 20 May to 28 May 2019. This is the 8th edition of coordinated patrol (CORPAT) between India and Myanmar. Key Highlights Objective: The coordinated patrol (CORPAT) initiative between the Indian ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019

Government plans introducing AI system in MCA 21 portal

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has laid out its plans to introduce artificial intelligence (AI) system in its MCA 21 portal. It will be introduced when Ministry will roll out the Version 3 of the MCA 21. Key Highlights ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019

Italian Open 2019: Rafael Nadal won Men’s Singles Title

Rafael Nadal of Spain defeats Novak Djokovic of Serbia in finals and won men’s singles title at Italian Open 2019, held in Rome. This was his ninth title in Rome. Key Highlights Rafael Nadal, the World No. 2 player defeated ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019

Italian Open 2019: Karolina Pliskova won Women’s Singles Title

The Czech Republic’s Karolina Pliskova beats United Kingdom (UK’s) Johanna Konta in finals and won women’s singles title at Women’s Tennis Association’s (WTA) Italian Open 2019, held in Rome. Key Highlights Czech world number seven Karolina Pliskova defeated British number ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019