Current Affairs - Miscellaneous

Pankaj Kumar Chatterjee won the Romain Rolland Book Prize for translating "Le Divan de Staline" into Bengali, titled "Staliner Divan." This recognition highlights the linguistic prowess and fidelity of Chatterjee's translation, marking the second time a Bengali translation has received this prestigious award.

The Balakot Airstrike, conducted by the Indian Air Force, took place on February 26, 2019. Codenamed "Operation Bandar," it targeted the Jaish-e-Mohammad terror camp in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, as retaliation for the Pulwama terrorist attack that occurred on February 14, 2019.

A giant anaconda was discovered in the Amazon Rainforest, marking a significant find in the world of wildlife exploration. This discovery sheds light on the biodiversity of the Amazon, emphasizing the importance of preserving this vital ecosystem.

The ban on the trade of donkey skin was unanimously agreed upon during the 37th African Union Summit in Ethiopia. This historic decision aims to protect donkeys across the continent and was influenced by the Dar es Salaam declaration, emphasizing the need for conservation efforts and policies.

Toyota, the renowned Japanese automaker, maintained its position as the world's top-selling automaker in 2023, highlighting its continued dominance in the global automotive market and commitment to innovation and quality.