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South Africa tops ICC Rankings for Test Cricket
South Africa was declared as the world number one team in the ICC Test Cricket Rankings. It is followed by England, Australia, Pakistan and India. India was at 5th spot. South African batsman Hashim Amla has emerged as the best ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2013
Category: Sports Current Affairs
BRICS identify areas of tax policy and administration for mutual cooperation
The BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) substantiated their commitment to encourage closer coordination and identified seven areas of tax policy and administration for broadening mutual cooperation. Key areas identified for cooperation: Development of global standards on ‘International ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2013
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Nelson Mandela bank notes launched by South Africa
The South African government had earlier declared the launch of new bank notes on the 22nd anniversary of Mandela’s release from prison after serving 27 years for his opposition to white-minority rule. The living legend ‘Nelson Mandela’ popularly known by ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2012
Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News
9th World Hindi conference concludes in Johannesburg
The 9th World Hindi Conefrence concluded in Johannesburg, South Africa. During the function a bust of Pandit Nardev Vedalankar, known as the father of Hindi in South Africa, was also unveiled. Vedalankar came to South Africa in 1947 from Gujarat ..