Current Affairs - Awards and Honours

Vinay Firake has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Wipro's Asia Pacific, India, Middle East, and Africa (APMEA) strategic market unit (SMU). This appointment follows the stepping down of the previous CEO, Anis Chenchah, and is part of Wipro's recent leadership changes, including the appointment of Srini Pallia as CEO and Managing Director.

A.Y.V. Krishna and N. Venu Gopal, both senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officers, have been appointed as additional directors in the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). Their appointments signify the government's commitment to strengthening the investigative capabilities of the CBI.

David Salvagnini has been appointed as NASA’s Chief Artificial Intelligence (AI) Officer, in addition to his role as Chief Data Officer. His appointment underscores NASA’s commitment to the responsible use of AI technology in its missions and research projects, aligning with President Biden’s directive on AI development and use.

Ruskin Bond, an eminent English author known for his extensive body of work including over 300 short stories, essays, and novels, was awarded the prestigious Sahitya Akademi Fellowship. He has received several other accolades throughout his career, including the Sahitya Akademi Award, Padma Shri, and Padma Bhushan for his contributions to literature.

Dileep Sanghani has been elected as the Chairman of IFFCO during its 15th RGB elections for the Board of Directors. His leadership marks a significant milestone in cooperative governance, reflecting the fair and transparent manner in which the elections were conducted.