“IMPORTANT DAYS”

World Theatre Day 2024

World Theatre Day is a special day celebrated every year on March 27 to honour the art of theatre. It celebrates the importance of theatre and its role in the entertainment industry. This day is a reminder for everyone to recognize the value of theatre. The International Theatre Institute (ITI) started World Theatre Day in 1961. Their aim was to promote World Theatre Day around the world and show how important and impactful theatre is. Every year on March 27, the ITI asks a famous artist to write a message about theatre. This message shares the artist’s thoughts on the art of theatre and its future. This tradition began in 1962 with a message written by Jean Cocteau.

 “AWARD”

Michel Talagrand Awarded the 2024 Abel Prize

The Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters has awarded the 2024 Abel Prize to Michel Talagrand of the French National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS), Paris, France. Talagrand received the prestigious prize “for his groundbreaking contributions to probability theory and functional analysis, with outstanding applications in mathematical physics and statistics.”

Nishant gets 29th Devi Shankar Awasthi Award

Young poet critic Nishant has been given the 29th Devi Shankar Awasthi Award for the year 2023. Nishant has given this honor for his criticism book ‘Kavita Pathak Aalochna’. The honor selection committee included senior writers Mridula Garg, Sudhir Chandra, Purushottam Ashok Vajpayee and Kamlesh Awasthi.

 “SPORTS”

Virat Kohli Becomes First Indian to Score 12,000 T20 Runs

Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli has etched his name in history by becoming the first Indian cricketer to score 12,000 runs in the T20 format. Kohli accomplished this remarkable feat during the opening match of the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.

“DEFENCE”

Army deploys advanced anti-drone defense systems along China border

In response to escalating tensions along the northern borders with China, the Indian Army has initiated significant enhancements to its air defence capabilities. Central to this strategic maneuver is the deployment of cutting-edge Integrated Drone Detection and Interdiction Systems (IDD&IS), developed domestically in collaboration between the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Bharat Electronics.

“APPOINTMENTS”

Neeraj Chopra Named Eveready’s New Brand Ambassador

Eveready Industries India (EIIL), a leading battery brand, has announced a partnership with Neeraj Chopra, the reigning Olympic gold medalist and World no. 1 in men’s javelin throw, as its new brand ambassador. Through this collaboration, Eveready aims to strengthen its commitment to excellence and innovation by launching the new Ultima Alkaline battery series. The brand hopes to enhance its connection with the youth by offering long-lasting and value-for-money solutions for high-drain devices used by the new-age generation in India.

Indian Diplomat Abhay Thakur Appointed as Next Envoy to Myanmar

Senior Indian diplomat Abhay Thakur has been appointed as the country’s next ambassador or top envoy to Myanmar. This was announced by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on March 26. Abhay Thakur is a 1992-batch officer of the Indian Foreign Service (IFS). He is currently working as an Officer on Special Duty in the Ministry of External Affairs. He had served as the sous-sherpa (deputy representative) for the G20 process during India’s presidency of the influential group of 20 major economies.

Luis Montenegro Named Portugal’s Prime Minister

After eight years of Socialist rule in Portugal, Luis Montenegro, leader of the centre-right Democratic Alliance (AD), has been appointed as the new prime minister. However, his minority government faces challenges due to his refusal to ally with the far-right Chega party. Montenegro’s appointment marks the return of a centre-right leader to the prime minister’s office after more than eight years.