Current Affairs - December 11, 2023 Current Affairs

Indian social activist Nikhil Dey has been honoured as the '2023 International Anti-Corruption Champion' by the US government. This recognition underscores his decades-long commitment to empowering peasants and workers and his role in exposing corruption in the delivery of government services. Nikhil Dey is the co-founder of the Mazdoor Kisan Shakti Sangathan (MKSS), a Rajasthan-based organization leading transparency and anti-corruption movements in India. He is the first Indian to receive this prestigious award.

A high-level delegation from Uttar Pradesh is set to participate in the World Economic Forum meeting in Switzerland, scheduled from January 15 to 19. The delegation aims to showcase the state’s strides towards becoming a trillion-dollar economy and transforming metropolitan towns into focal points across various sectors.

INS Sumedha made a historic inaugural arrival at Port Lamu, Kenya, on 09 December 2023, becoming the first Indian Naval Ship to visit the newly developed port, highlighting the strengthening maritime relationships between India and Kenya.

REC Limited, a Maharatna CPSE under the Ministry of Power, signed a significant 200 million Euro loan agreement with the German bank KfW. This step, as part of the Indo-German Development Cooperation, highlights REC's commitment to bolstering the distribution infrastructure of DISCOMs in line with the Government of India's Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS).

The Indian Navy concluded the bi-annual 'Prasthan' exercise off the Mumbai coast, working with defence, state, and civil agencies to enhance preparedness and coordination in addressing contingencies related to oil production platforms.

Indian Tobacco Company Ltd (ITC) has become the world's third most valuable tobacco company, with a market capitalization of $68.6 billion, surpassing British American Tobacco (BAT) in a significant market shift.

The Indian Army conducted a tabletop exercise at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi from December 4 to 8, as part of joint military training initiatives with ASEAN member states, affirming a commitment to gender inclusivity and enhancing the capabilities of women in military roles.

India secured an impressive 7th place in the Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) during COP-28 in Dubai, highlighting its excellence in renewable energy and low greenhouse gas emissions. This accomplishment reinforces India's consistent standing as a top performer for the fifth consecutive year.

International Human Rights Day is observed on December 10, 2023, commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). The theme for the celebrations is "Freedom, Equality, and Justice for All," highlighting the ongoing commitment to protecting inalienable rights globally.

Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated 'Krishnaveni Sangeetha Neerajanam' in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, celebrating Telugu culture and classical traditions. Notable dignitaries, including the Minister for Tourism and Minister for Finance of Andhra Pradesh, were present at the event.

International Mountain Day is celebrated annually on December 11 to emphasize the vital importance of mountains in our lives. Designated by the United Nations, this day encourages reflection on the protection of these natural wonders for a better future for our planet.

Invest India will host the 27th World Investment Conference (WIC) in New Delhi from December 11-14, 2023, providing a platform for global collaboration and discussions on shaping the future of investments.

India slipped to the fourth position in the global ranking of startup funding in 2023, experiencing a significant downturn with only $7 billion in total funding, after holding the third spot in both 2021 and 2022.

Mohan Yadav has been officially announced as the chief minister-elect for Madhya Pradesh by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).