Current Affairs - July 5, 2023 Current Affairs

According to the Global Peace Index 2023, Iceland has been named the most peaceful country in the world for the 15th year in a row, despite an overall deterioration in world peace.

The World Bank and WTO report 'Trade in Services for Development' states that China and India are set to double their shares in global commercial services exports. China's share is expected to increase from 3.0% to 5.4%, and India's share from 2.0% to 4.4% between 2005 and 2022. Additionally, April 2023 marked the best month in nearly 13 years for India's service companies.

The second edition of the Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC) meeting was held between India and Tanzania in Arusha on June 28 and 29, 2023.

The India-UK electric propulsion technology workshop took place in New Delhi. The workshop aimed to promote collaboration, and knowledge exchange, and explore the exciting possibilities in the field of electric propulsion.

The United States has recently re-joined UNESCO. In 2018, the USA formally withdrew from the organization.

The Shravani Mela 2023 was inaugurated in Deoghar, Jharkhand, by the Agriculture Minister, Mr. Badal Patralekh. The ceremony began with prayers offered at the Baba Baidyanathdham temple.

The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, graced and addressed the closing ceremony of the 125th Birth Anniversary of Alluri Sitaraman Raju in Hyderabad.

Union Minister Kishan Reddy released a special postal cover on '9 Years of Telangana Statehood' and picture postcards on 'Buddhist Heritage in Telangana – Bavapur Kurru' recently.

The Sai Hira Global Convention Centre in Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh, was virtually inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The event witnessed the presence of prominent dignitaries and devotees from around the world.

The world's largest high-grade phosphate reserves were recently discovered in Norway.

The International Day of Cooperatives is observed on July 1st and is celebrated on the first Saturday of July.

The Union Home Minister Amit Shah recently launched the "Akshar River Cruise" on the Sabarmati Riverfront in Gujarat. This project was developed by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation and Sabarmati Riverfront Development Corporation Limited.

The 'Vitasta' program was conducted with the objective of showcasing the diverse art, culture, literature, craftsmanship, and cuisine of Kashmir to every corner of the country.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has recently announced the establishment of a new Ministry of Investment. This initiative aims to develop the country's investment vision and boost its competitiveness in the global market.

The Nadubhagom Chundan (snake boat) from the Nadubhagom Boat Club emerged victorious and lifted the Raja Pramukhan Trophy in the Champakulam Moolam boat race held on the Pampa river at Champakulam in Kuttanad, Kerala.

During the 43rd session of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) conference held at FAO's headquarters in Rome, the head re-elected belonged to China.

On July 3, 2023, the International Buddhist Confederation - I.B.C., under the aegis of the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, celebrated Ashadh Purnima as Dhammachakra Pravartan Diwas at the National Museum, Janpath, New Delhi.

World Sports Journalist Day is observed on July 2nd every year. This day is dedicated to recognizing and appreciating the work of sports journalists worldwide. Sports journalism involves reporting on various sports-related topics.