Daily Current Affairs 4th December 2023: Your guide for daily General Knowledge Preparation
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National News
1. India’s Successful Reelection to the International Maritime Organization Council
- India has been reelected to the Council of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) for the 202425 term, securing the highest vote count.
- Union Minister Shri Sarbananda Sonowal expressed gratitude for the global support.
- This reelection places India among the top ten states with significant interests in international seaborne trade.
- The IMO Council plays a crucial role in setting maritime industry regulations and influencing global trade and marine operations.
2. National Best Tourism Village and Rural Homestay Competitions Initiated by the Ministry of Tourism
- The Ministry of Tourism in India has launched the National Best Tourism Village Competition 2024 and the National Best Rural Homestay Competition 2024.
- These competitions are part of India’s strategy to promote Rural Tourism and sustainable development.
- The initiative aims to bolster rural economies and enhance community participation.
- It follows the success of the 2023 edition, which recognized 25 villages.
3. India Opts Out of Signing COP28 Declaration on Climate and Health
- India chose not to sign the COP28 Declaration on Climate and Health at the 28th UN Climate Change Conference.
- The decision was based on concerns about the practicality of reducing greenhouse gas emissions in healthcare cooling systems.
- India prioritized its ongoing healthcare needs, considering the declaration’s focus on combating inequalities and advancing policies for good health and wellbeing.
Business News
4. LIC Introduces New Governance Structure
- The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has implemented the Life Insurance Corporation of India (Shareholders’ Director) Regulations, 2023.
- This change includes adding a shareholder’s director to LIC’s board, as detailed in the Gazette of India, effective December 1, 2023.
- The move represents LIC’s strategy to enhance governance and involve shareholders more in decisionmaking.
5. Infosys and Shell’s Strategic Partnership for EcoFriendly Data Centers
- Infosys has formed a partnership with Shell to develop immersion cooling services in data centers.
- This collaboration aims to combine digital and energy expertise to create environmentally responsible data centers using AIbased solutions.
Important Days News
6. Indian Navy Day Celebrated on December 4th
- Indian Navy Day is celebrated annually on December 4th, commemorating the anniversary of Operation Trident during the IndoPakistan War of 1971.
- The 2023 theme focuses on “Operational Efficiency, Readiness, and Mission Accomplishment in the Maritime Domain.”
Awards News
7. National Awards for the Empowerment of Divyangjan 2023 Presented by President Droupadi Murmu
- On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, President Droupadi Murmu presented the National Awards for the Empowerment of Divyangjan 2023.
- The event recognized 30 individuals, institutions, organizations, states, and districts for their contributions to empowering people with disabilities.
Sports News
8. Vaishali Rameshbabu Attains Grandmaster Title in Chess
- Vaishali Rameshbabu, a 22yearold Indian chess player, has earned the Grandmaster title at the IV El Llobregat Open in Spain.
- She becomes the third Indian woman to achieve this title, joining Koneru Humpy and Harika Dronavalli.
- Her victory in Spain, crossing the required 2500 FIDE rating, marks a historical moment in Indian chess.
