19 November 2023 : Latest Current Affairs 19th November
Important Current Affairs 19th November 2023
In this article, we will discuss all the Current Affairs of 19th November including national, international, banking, finance, sports, awards, and many others. So if you are interested to know about the latest 19th November 2023 current affairs then read this article till the end.
Current Affairs of 19th November – National News
1. Condé Nast Lists Kochi Among the Top Travel Destinations for 2024
◉ Conde Nast Traveler’s list of the top destinations in Asia for 2024 features Kochi, a bustling metropolis in the Indian state of Kerala.
◉ The accolade is a testament to the city’s dedication to offering tourists unique experiences while promoting eco-friendly behaviors and protecting its rich cultural legacy.
◉ Being the first airport in the world to run entirely on solar power, Kochi International Airport (CIAL) distinguishes out. Kerala’s dedication to sustainable practices is emphasized by this environmentally friendly project.
2. India Attains Historic Patent Milestone in 2023–2024, Granting 41,010 Patents
◉ Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal declared that as of November 15, the Indian Patent Office had granted an unprecedented 41,010 patents, marking a historic milestone.
◉ In 2022, Indian patent applications increased by an astounding 31.6%, according to a report by the World Intellectual Property Organization. This development continued an 11-year trend that was unmatched by any other nation among the top 10 filers.
◉ Recently, Prime Minister Modi made the observation that the rise in patent applications in India reflects the growing inventiveness of the nation’s youth. He believes that this pattern portends well for the future.
3. Solar-Powered “Ramayana” Boats to Cross Ayodhya’s Saryu River
◉ Ayodhya’s holy Saryu River will see the use of two solar-powered “mini-cruise” ships soon before the Ram Temple opens in January of next year.
◉ The Saryu River’s adoption of solar-powered “Ramayana” boats is a beautiful example of how tradition and modernity can coexist.
◉ Alaknanda Cruise aims to create an unparalleled experience for individuals who wish to immerse themselves in the rich cultural and spiritual legacy linked with Lord Ram and the holy city of Ayodhya by utilizing sustainable energy sources and cutting-edge technology.
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Banking
4. Ashok Vaswani is appointed MD and CEO of Kotak Mahindra Bank.
◉ In a major statement on Friday, the Board of Directors of Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd. named Ashok Vaswani as the bank’s Managing Director and CEO in addition to other important managerial staff members.
◉ He is sixty-two years old. He started his career at Citigroup, where he established his foundation of knowledge. Moreover, he made a substantial contribution while working at Barclays.
◉ With his three-year tenure starting on January 1, Ashok Vaswani is ready to assume leadership.
◉ The expectation around the strategic path the bank will take under Vaswani’s leadership is heightened by the departure of Dipak Gupta, who held the position of MD & CEO till December 31.
Appointment
5. Four Distinguished Fellows Are Named by NITI Aayog in Compliance with Fellowship Guidelines
Four new Distinguished Fellows have been appointed to NITI Aayog, the Government of India’s esteemed policy think tank, for a one-year term.
◉ These are Dr. O.P. Agrawal, an IAS officer from the 1979 batch and an accomplished urban transport specialist, and Dr. Anoop Singh, a notable member of the Fifteenth Finance Commission.
◉ Dr. Ajai Chowdhry, who was involved in the founding of HCL, and Sh. V. Lakshmikumaran, a 35-year-old legal specialist.
◉ These people are anticipated to make a substantial contribution to tackling the most important social, economic, and technological issues the country is currently experiencing. They are well-known for their broad work experience and proficiency in a variety of fields.
6. Alok Sharma, Cadre IPS Officer in Uttar Pradesh Alok Sharma, a senior Indian Police Service (IPS) official, has been named the Special Protection Group’s (SPG) new director. The SPG is an elite security organization tasked with protecting the prime minister.
◉ This important appointment follows the untimely death in September of SPG CEO Arun Kumar Sinha.
◉ A government order authorized by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet states that Alok Sharma, who is the additional director general of SPG at the moment, will take on the leadership position immediately.
Sports
7. The Jaipur Wax Museum Will Display Virat Kohli’s Wax Statue
◉ The famous cricket player Virat Kohli’s wax figure is ready to join the esteemed collection at the Wax Museum inside Jaipur’s Nahargarh Fort.
◉ The entire wax statue will be painstakingly crafted by knowledgeable artists over the course of the following month, guaranteeing an exact and realistic portrayal.
◉ There are currently 43 wax statues in the Jaipur Wax Museum, with Virat Kohli’s statue scheduled to be added soon.
Important day
8. World Day To Prevent And Heal From Child Sexual Abuse, Violence, And Exploitation 2023.
◉ November 18 has been declared the “World Day for the Prevention of and Healing from Child Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Violence” by the United Nations.
◉ This day is an international effort to raise awareness of the widespread problem of child sexual exploitation, abuse, and violence, which has a profound impact on a great number of young people all over the world.
◉ The international community can work together to protect children, foster healing, and end these serious crimes by recognizing and actively taking part in the World Day for the Prevention of and Healing from Child Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Violence.
Obituaries
9. BN Goswamy, a well-known art historian, died at age 90.
◉ At the age of 90, renowned art historian and prolific author B. N. Goswamy passed away on Friday at the Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) in Chandigarh.
◉ More than 26 publications on a variety of topics, such as Pahari paintings, miniature paintings, court artists, and masterpieces of Indian painting, have been written by Mr. Goswamy.
◉ His area of specialization was paintings in the Pahari style, and both academics and art aficionados have found great value in his body of work.
◉ In 1998, the Indian government awarded him the civilian Padma Shri award in appreciation of his exceptional services. Moreover, he was awarded the third-highest civilian accolade, the Padma Bhushan, in 2008.
10. Celebrated British Novelist A.S. Byatt Dies at 87: 87-year-old Antonia Susan Byatt, better known as A.S. Byatt, was a novelist.
◉ On August 24, 1936, Byatt was born in Sheffield, England. Her writing career stretches over nearly sixty years. Byatt made a lasting impression on the literary community.
◉ Her remarkable novel “Possession: A Romance” brought her the 1990 Booker Prize. Drawing comparisons with the Brontes, Byatt—the sister of novelist Margaret Drabble—became recognized as one of the most important writers and commentators of her era.
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