Fauja Singh : The Turbaned Tornado

Fauja Singh, a 100 year old India-born runner became the oldest person to complete a full-distance marathon when he completed the race in Toronto. It took Singh 8:11:06 to cross the finish line. He finished the marathon more than 6 ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2011

Some facts on Ban on burqa, niqab, hijab in Europe

The burqa, niqab or hijab issue is part of a heated debate about multiculturalism in Europe. The issues involved are religious freedom, female equality, secular traditions and even fears of terrorism. Recently, a parliamentary commission in Italy has approved a ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2011

Current Affairs March 24, 2010

Events / Happenings / Observances:World Tuberculosis Day 2010Every year, March 24 is observed all over the world as World Tuberculosis Day.Read Here the Full Article Remebering : Harkishan Singh Surjeet23 March was birth aniversary of Harkishan Singh Surjeet a communist ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2010

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Current Affairs Update

Super-sovereign reserve currency:Zhou Xiaochuan, governor of China’s central bank, has proposed to create a super-sovereign reserve currency as part of reform in the international monetary system. Zhou’s remarks came ahead of the G20 summit in April 2009 , when leaders ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2009

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs