Current Affairs - Persons

The world record for the most time spent in space was broken by Cosmonaut Oleg Kononenko, surpassing the previous record held by Gennady Padalka. The Russian cosmonaut Oleg Kononenko spent more than 878 days and 12 hours in space, surpassing fellow Russian Gennady Padalka, who set the previous record of 878 days, 11 hours, 29 minutes, and 48 seconds in 2015.

"KASHMIR: Travels in Paradise on Earth" is authored by Romesh Bhattacharji, an experienced trekker, providing detailed insights into the topography and geography of Kashmir before the onset of militancy.

Jay Shah, the Secretary of BCCI, secured a historic third term as the President of the Asian Cricket Council, reflecting his achievements and dynamic leadership during the ACC Annual General Meeting in Bali.

Havildar Preeti Rajak, a skilled trap shooter in the Indian Army, made history by becoming the first female Subedar, showcasing her exceptional talent and marking a significant milestone for women in the armed forces.

Carter Dallas, the two-year-old who set the record as the youngest person to reach Mount Everest's base camp, hails from Scotland. Accompanied by his parents on an extraordinary journey, Carter's achievement at an altitude of 17,598 feet above sea level captured global attention.