Current Affairs - Persons

Shubhanshu Shukla is the Indian pilot designated to board the Axiom-4 Mission, which is a private astronaut mission to the International Space Station (ISS). This mission will use a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft launched by a Falcon 9 rocket. Shubhanshu Shukla is also one of the four designated astronauts for the Gaganyaan Mission and will become the first Indian astronaut to travel to the ISS. This marks a significant milestone in India's space exploration efforts.

N Chandrasekaran has been appointed to the IMF’s Advisory Council on Entrepreneurship & Growth to contribute to fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and productivity. The other options are notable figures related to the IMF or economic history Kristalina Georgieva is the IMF Managing Director, while John Maynard Keynes and Harry Dexter White are founders associated with the Bretton Woods system.

Kamal Haasan has been appointed as the Chairperson of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry’s (FICCI) Media and Entertainment Committee South. This appointment was announced during the FICCI’s Media and Entertainment Business Conclave South Connect 2025 in Chennai. Known for his influential career as an actor, filmmaker, and entrepreneur, Haasan’s leadership is expected to bring valuable insights and drive growth in India’s media and entertainment sector. His vision includes transforming the industry into a $100 billion sector, promoting regional collaborations, and enhancing India’s global presence in animation and VFX.

Shirley Botchwey was appointed as the 7th Secretary General of the Commonwealth of Nations on April 1, 2025, becoming the first African woman to hold this prestigious position. A Ghanaian politician and diplomat, she has had a distinguished career in foreign affairs, national security, and business. Her election at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2024 in Apia, Samoa, marks a historic milestone for the Commonwealth. As Secretary-General, she will lead efforts to promote democracy, human rights, and sustainable development across member nations.

Narender Berwal, an Asian Games bronze medallist, will lead the 10-member Indian men's boxing team at the inaugural World Boxing Cup in Foz do Iguacu, Brazil. This tournament is significant as it is the first event hosted by World Boxing since it received provisional recognition from the International Olympic Committee in February and the inclusion of boxing in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Berwal’s leadership highlights his prominence in the boxing arena and his confidence in his abilities to represent India on this global platform.