Page-22 of Current Affairs - May, 2023

Palli Karma Sahayak Foundation (PKSF)

Microfinance lenders play a crucial role in providing financial services to underserved populations, but they often face challenges in accessing a steady flow of funds, particularly during difficult times. To address this issue and ensure the long-term sustainability of the ..

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ASI Govind Swarup Lifetime Achievement Award

The Astronomical Society of India (ASI) has recently instituted the prestigious Govind Swarup Lifetime Achievement Award to honor remarkable individuals in the field of astronomy. In the inaugural ceremony, the award was conferred upon the renowned astronomer, Jayant Naralikar. Recognizing ..

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TRAI Regulation on Misuse of Telemarketing Message Templates

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) has recently issued a crucial directive to telecom operators to address the issue of misuse of telemarketing message templates under Telecom Commercial Communication Customer Preference Regulations, 2018 (TCCCPR-2018). This move aims to reduce ..

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‘100 Days 100 Pays’ Campaign

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently announced the launch of the ‘100 Days 100 Pays’ campaign on June 1. This campaign aims to trace and settle the top 100 unclaimed deposits in every bank across all districts within a ..

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RBI Deadline for Transitioning to Alternative Reference Rate

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recently issued a directive to banks and financial institutions, urging them to adopt an Alternative Reference Rate by July 1. This transition comes as part of a global effort to move away from ..

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5th Edition of Global Ayurveda Festival

Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala, is gearing up to host the fifth edition of the Global Ayurveda Festival (GAF 2023). Set to take place from December 1 to 5, the event will be held at the Greenfield International Stadium ..

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Portugal Legalizes Euthanasia – Current Updates (May, 2023)

Portugal recently passed a law that legalizes euthanasia, becoming one of the few countries in the world to do so. This move has sparked intense debate within the deeply Catholic country, with conservative president Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa expressing strong ..

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Portugal Legalizes Euthanasia

Portugal recently passed a law that legalizes euthanasia, becoming one of the few countries in the world to do so. This move has sparked intense debate within the deeply Catholic country, with conservative president Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa expressing strong ..

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Moroccan Locust Attack in Afghanistan

The recent outbreak of the Moroccan locust in Afghanistan has raised concerns about the country’s wheat production and food security. The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has warned that the large-scale infestation across eight provinces could result in significant economic ..

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Agenda for Action: Sustainable Urban Transformation in Bhopal

Bhopal, the capital city of Madhya Pradesh, recently became the first city in India to adopt the localisation of the United Nations-mandated Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This initiative, known as Voluntary Local Review (VLR), aims to translate the global agenda ..

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