Current Affairs - Persons

Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai has been designated to become the 52nd Chief Justice of India following the retirement of Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna on May 13, 2025. Appointed to the Supreme Court in 2019, Justice Gavai has played a crucial role in several important constitutional decisions, such as those related to demonetization and the abrogation of Article 370. His upcoming term as CJI, though brief, will run until November 23, 2025, continuing the tradition of seniority-based appointments in the Indian judiciary. His elevation also holds significance as he brings diverse legal perspectives shaped by years of judicial service.

Dr. Ajit Singh achieved a groundbreaking feat in the field of neurosurgery by removing a 17 cm intramedullary ependymoma from the spinal cord of a 21-year-old patient. The tumour extended from the C2 cervical vertebra down to the fifth thoracic vertebra, making the procedure exceptionally complex and rare. This accomplishment has been recognized globally and recorded in the International Book of Records, highlighting Dr. Singh’s exceptional skill and placing India prominently in the international neurosurgical community.

Sudarsan Pattnaik, a renowned sand artist from Odisha and a Padma Shri awardee, has made history by becoming the first Indian to win the prestigious Fred Darrington Sand Master Award. The award was presented to him at the Sandworld 2025 International Sand Art Festival held in Dorset, England. Known for his intricate and socially impactful sand sculptures, Pattnaik's work has gained global recognition. This award highlights his decades-long contribution to sand art and marks a significant achievement not just for him but also for Indian art on the international stage.

Om Birla will lead India's delegation at the 150th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly in Tashkent. He will address the general debate on 'Parliamentary Action for Social Development and Justice' and engage in discussions on global parliamentary issues. The delegation, which includes senior MPs and Secretaries-General of both Houses, will also have the opportunity to meet global counterparts and the Indian community in Uzbekistan.

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.