Current Affairs - Persons

Mountaineer Kami Rita Sherpa, who has climbed Mount Everest a record 29 times, hails from Nepal. His latest ascent adds to his illustrious career, inspiring climbers globally and highlighting Nepal's rich mountaineering heritage.

Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams, accompanied by Butch Wilmore, is preparing for her third space mission aboard Starliner's inaugural crewed flight. Scheduled for May 7, this mission is significant as it tests the systems of the Starliner spacecraft. Sunita Williams, a former US Navy officer and record-holder for the most cumulative spacewalk time by a female astronaut brings a wealth of experience to this mission, making her a key figure in space exploration.

Sudhir Kakar, renowned as the "Father of Indian Psychology," passed away at the age of 85, leaving behind a legacy of bridging Western psychoanalytic thought with Indian culture. His pioneering work, including "The Inner World," explored the Indian psyche, cultural nuances, and societal influences on human behaviour, making significant contributions to the field of psychology and cultural critique.

Takshvi Vaghani, a young skating sensation from Ahmedabad, Gujarat, set a new world record for the lowest limbo skating over 25 metres on April 18, 2024. Her remarkable achievement highlights her exceptional talent, flexibility, and determination in the field of roller skating.

The author of the memoir "Just a Mercenary?: Notes from My Life and Career" is Duvvuri Subbarao, the former Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). In this memoir, Subbarao shares insights into his career and the challenges faced, particularly highlighting the tensions between the RBI and the government during his tenure.