Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News

Human Rights Day is observed annually on December 10, which commemorates the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), adopted in 1948. This year’s theme is Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now, which emphasizes the practical importance of human rights. Significance of the UDHR The UDHR asserts that all individuals are born free and equal, which…

Michelle Bachelet, former president of Chile, has been awarded the 2024 Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament, and Development, by the Indira Gandhi Memorial Trust. The jury, led by Shivshankar Menon, selected Bachelet for her outstanding contributions to human rights and equality. Background of the Award The Indira Gandhi Prize was established in 1986 and…

The 29th CII Partnership Summit took place in New Delhi and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar represented India at this event. He engaged with various international ministers and leaders. The summit focused on India’s growth and potential global collaborations. Event Overview The summit attracted representatives from 61 countries, which featured 30 global speakers and 11…

Pooja Sharma has gained recognition for her remarkable work in Delhi. She has performed funeral rites for over 4,000 unclaimed bodies and has earned her a spot on the BBC’s list of 100 inspiring women for 2024. Early Life and Background Pooja was born on July 7, 1996, in Delhi. She grew up in a…

The Indian Society of Aerospace Medicine (ISAM) is hosting its 63rd annual conference, which takes place at the Institute of Aerospace Medicine (IAM) in Bengaluru from December 5 to 7, 2024. The conference focuses on both military and civil aerospace medicine and also addresses human factors in India’s space flight programme. Background of ISAM ISAM…

President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law in South Korea, which led to protests and political turmoil. Lawmakers quickly opposed the declaration, marking a critical moment for the nation’s democracy. Context of Martial Law Martial law was declared amidst rising tensions in parliament. Yoon accused opposition parties of undermining the government. He claimed this action…

The Maharashtra government received the SKOCH Award on November 30, 2024, which accolades recognise the ‘Shaasan Aplya Daari’ initiative. The project was selected from 280 submissions across India, which delivered over five crore benefits to citizens within a year. The Chief Minister’s Public Welfare Cell implemented the initiative. Initiative Overview ‘Shaasan Aplya Daari’ translates to…

UNAIDS has released a report ahead of World AIDS Day, which emphasises that ending AIDS by 2030 is possible. However, this goal hinges on protecting the rights of individuals affected by HIV. The report is titled Take the Right Path to End AIDS. It puts stress on the vital role of human rights in combating…

Sjögren’s disease is an autoimmune condition, which primarily attacks moisture-producing glands. This leads to symptoms like dry eyes and mouth; many patients suffer for years before diagnosis. Symptoms of Sjögren’s Disease Common symptoms include dry eyes and mouth. Patients may experience joint pain and fatigue. Other issues can involve salivary gland swelling. Some may face…

Yamandú Orsi has been elected as Uruguay’s next president, follows a closely contested runoff election, which marks a shift back to centre-left governance after five years of conservative rule. Background of Yamandú Orsi Orsi was born on June 13, 1967, in Canelones, Uruguay. He grew up in a modest family with a father who farmed…