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Polio Eradication Efforts in West and Central Africa
In a crucial stride towards combating polio, a vaccination campaign was launched in Cameroon, Chad, and Niger. Spearheaded by the World Health Organization (WHO), this multi-country initiative aims to address the prevalent issue of circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus and strengthen immunization ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Recep Tayyip Erdogan Wins Runoff Election
In a closely watched election, Recep Tayyip Erdogan emerged as the winner in Turkey’s runoff election, securing his rule until 2028. The victory comes after a challenging period marked by Turkey’s worst economic crisis in a generation. Erdogan’s ability to ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News • International / World Current Affairs
Praveen Kumar Srivastava Becomes New CVC
In a significant development, Praveen Kumar Srivastava has assumed the esteemed position of Central Vigilance Commissioner (CVC) in a ceremony attended by prominent dignitaries. Transition from Acting CVC Prior to assuming the role of Central Vigilance Commissioner, Praveen Kumar Srivastava ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News
Supermassive Black Hole in GS-9209
In a groundbreaking discovery, astronomers have uncovered an extraordinary secret hidden within the depths of an ancient galaxy. At its core lies a supermassive black hole, surpassing scientists’ predictions by a staggering fivefold. This remarkable finding offers fascinating insights into ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Joint Malnutrition Estimates Report
The Joint Malnutrition Estimates (JME) report, released by UNICEF, WHO, and the World Bank, sheds light on India’s journey in combating child malnutrition. The report presents data on stunting, wasting, and obesity prevalence rates in India and globally, providing valuable ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs
Somalia to Introduce Direct Universal Suffrage in 2024
Somalia is poised to embark on a transformative journey towards establishing a direct one-person-one-vote democracy by 2024. This ambitious plan seeks to replace the existing electoral structure and address the challenges that have hindered previous attempts at achieving direct universal ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs