“IMPORTANT DAY”

Good Governance Day 2023

December 25, 2023, is celebrated as Good Governance Day 2023 in honor of the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. This day pays tribute to Vajpayee’s leadership and contributions to society, marked by his three terms as the Prime Minister of India. The genesis of Good Governance Day can be traced back to December 23, 2014, when Atal Bihari Vajpayee was awarded the Bharat Ratna, along with Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya (posthumously). In recognition of this prestigious honor, the Narendra Modi-led government declared December 25 as Good Governance Day, aiming to celebrate Vajpayee’s enduring legacy.

National Consumer Rights Day 2023

In 1986, a significant milestone was achieved with the passage of the Consumer Protection Act in India. This legislation aimed to safeguard consumers from various threats such as defective goods, negligent services, and unfair trade practices. December 24th, the day the act received the President’s assent, became the annual celebration of National Consumer Rights Day.

United Nations Declares 2024 as the International Year of Camelids

In a move highlighting the crucial role of camelids in the lives of people worldwide, the United Nations has declared 2024 as the International Year of Camelids. This decision aims to spotlight the diverse contributions of camelids, including alpacas, Bactrian camels, dromedaries, guanacos, llamas, and vicuñas, in promoting food security, nutrition, and economic growth, particularly for Indigenous Peoples and local communities.

 “SPORTS”

Women’s Cricket: India Achieve Historic Feat with Maiden Test Victory Over Australia

India Women concluded their first ‘home season’ of Test cricket in 28 years with a historic maiden victory over Australia in a one-off Test match in Mumbai on December 24. The win marked a significant achievement for the Indian team, capping off a season characterized by exemplary performances with both bat and ball.

 “AWARD”

Poet Sukrita Paul Kumar Wins Rabindranath Tagore Literary Prize

The sixth edition of the Rabindranath Tagore Literary Prize was awarded to poet-critic Sukrita Paul Kumar for her book, ‘Salt & Pepper: Selected Poems’. This prestigious award recognizes outstanding literary work from around the globe, promoting world peace, literature, art, education, and human rights. An amount of USD 5,000, a Tagore statue, and a certificate for contribution to literature was given to Kumar at the award ceremony. Founded in 2018 by US-based publisher Peter Bundalo the award is a platform for world peace, literature, art, education and human rights. It also recognizes works towards human rights and world peace with the Social Achievement Prize

Karnataka bags National Energy Conservation Award 2023

Karnataka bagged first place in the State Designated Agency (SDA Group-1) category at the National Energy Conservation Awards – 2023 (NECA 2022) held in Delhi. The Bureau of Energy Efficiency organized the awards as part of the National Energy Conservation Day. Karnataka has scored highest and placed as a top-performing State categorized as Front runner across India for three consecutive years- SEEI 2020 and SEEI 2021-2022 and 2023.

 “APPOINTMENT”

SEBI Gives Nod to Appoint Pramod Agrawal as BSE Chairman

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has given its nod to the appointment of Pramod Agrawal, the former Chief of Coal India, as the Chairman of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE). This regulatory approval paves the way for Agrawal to assume his role on the Governing Board of BSE, effective from January 17, 2024. The move comes as the term of the current Chairman, SS Mundra, concludes on January 16, 2024.

Vasudev Devnani Elected As The Speaker Of Rajasthan Assembly

The 16th Rajasthan Assembly witnessed a significant development as Vasudev Devnani, a seasoned BJP MLA with five terms under his belt, was unanimously elected as the Speaker. The motion for his appointment was moved by Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma and seconded by Congress leader and Tonk MLA Sachin Pilot, reflecting a rare unity between the ruling party and the opposition.