Current Affairs - Persons

Kaamya Karthikeyan, a 17-year-old from Mumbai, achieved the extraordinary feat of becoming the youngest female to complete the Seven Summits Challenge, conquering the highest peaks on all seven continents. These include iconic mountains like Mt Everest (Asia), Mt Kilimanjaro (Africa), and Mt Vinson (Antarctica). This accomplishment highlights her remarkable endurance and determination in mountaineering. Additionally, she was honoured with the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Shakti Puraskar in 2021, further recognizing her inspiring achievements and contributions to sports and adventure.

Vijayveer Sidhu from Punjab clinched his first national title in the men's 25m rapid-fire pistol event at the 67th National Shooting Championship. He triumphed over Rio Olympian Gurpreet Singh with a score of 28-25 in the final. Despite qualifying second behind Ankur Goel, who led the qualifications with 585 points, Vijayveer showcased exceptional skill and composure in the finals to claim the championship.

Former Supreme Court judge Justice Madan B Lokur has been appointed as the Chairperson of the United Nations Internal Justice Council (IJC) for a 4-year term ending in November 2028. The IJC plays a crucial role in ensuring independence, professionalism, and accountability within the UN's justice system. Justice Lokur, who retired from the Supreme Court in December 2018, brings over six years of judicial experience at the apex court to this prestigious international position.

Caitlin Sandra Neil, a 19-year-old Indian-American born in Chennai, was crowned Miss India USA 2024 at the annual pageant held in New Jersey. Currently a second-year student at the University of California, Davis, Caitlin is passionate about women's empowerment and literacy. She aspires to make a positive impact in her community while pursuing a career in web design, modelling, and acting. Her win highlights her commitment to both social causes and personal growth, reflecting her vision for the future.

Dr. Shankar Prasad Sharma has been reappointed as Nepal's ambassador to India by President Ramchandra Paudel, based on the recommendation of the Council of Ministers. This marks his second term in this critical diplomatic position, with his previous tenure running from March 2022 to July 2024. His reappointment reflects confidence in his expertise and experience in fostering Nepal-India relations. Concurrently, Dr Netra Prasad Timsina was appointed as Nepal's Resident Ambassador to Malaysia, indicating Nepal’s focus on strengthening its diplomatic engagements in the region.