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By admin: June 9, 2024

Iga Świątek Secures Historic Third Consecutive French Open Title

Tags: Sports

Iga Świątek, the World No. 1 from Poland, won her third consecutive French Open title in the women's singles final.

An Overview of the News

• Despite an early struggle, Świątek defeated Jasmine Paolini of Italy with a score of 6-2, 6-1 at Roland Garros.

• Świątek's victory makes her only the third woman in the Open era to achieve three straight French Open titles.

• Jasmine Paolini, seeded 12th, reached her first Grand Slam final and defeated notable players like Bianca Andreescu and Elena Rybakina on her way to the final.

About The French Open

• It's called Roland-Garros, happens annually in late May in Paris, France.

• It's named after French aviator Roland Garros.

• It's the foremost clay court championship and the sole Grand Slam on this surface.

• It's the second Grand Slam of the year, following the Australian Open and preceding Wimbledon and the US Open.

  • Founded:- 1891

  • Editions:- 123 (2024)

  • 93 Grand Slam events (since 1925)

  • Most singles titles:- Rafael Nadal (14)

  • Most doubles titles:- Roy Emerson (6)

Indian Diaspora Artists Curate a Unique Art Showcase Centered around Paramount Classics

Tags: International News

The PaintBrush Art Community, consisting of Indian diaspora artists in the UAE, organized the "Retro Revival" exhibition.

An Overview of the News

• This collaborative artistic venture unites 22 artists hailing from 8 different countries, aiming to honor the iconic Paramount movies from Hollywood's golden era.

Artistic Homage

• Vibrant paintings revisit beloved films such as The Terminator, Titanic, The Godfather, Sleepy Hollow, Tomb Raider, and Top Gun.

• The artworks aim to capture the essence and magic of these classic movies, transporting viewers to a time of cinematic excellence.

Cultural Icons Depicted

• "Retro Revival" extends beyond cinema, encompassing artistic representations of legendary personalities such as Marilyn Monroe, Michael Jackson, and Bob Marley.

• These artworks serve as a homage to the cultural giants and the eras they defined.

Inspiration from Paramount Pictures

• The exhibition draws inspiration from Paramount Pictures, one of the oldest and most influential film studios globally.

UAE as a Hub for the Arts

• The UAE has witnessed a significant rise as a hub for the arts, fostering a dynamic environment for creative expression.

• Government-backed initiatives, including world-class museums, galleries, and renowned events like World Art Dubai and the Sharjah Biennale, contribute to this vibrant scene.

• This focus on arts and culture has attracted not only Indian artists but has also empowered the local art community.

World Accreditation Day - 9 June 2024

Tags: Important Days

World Accreditation Day is a day celebrated annually on 9th June.

An Overview of the News

• It is a global initiative established by the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) and the International Accreditation Forum (IAF).

• 2024 Theme: "Accreditation: Empowering Tomorrow and Shaping the Future."

• Objective: To raise awareness of the value and importance of recognition.

• Promotes the quality, safety and reliability of products, services and systems.

• Lowers trade barriers and promotes innovation.

• The ILAC/IAF mutual recognition arrangement enhances supply chain efficiency.

• Accreditation confirms that conformity assessment bodies (CABs) meet standards.

• CABs provide services such as testing, inspection and certification.

History of World Accreditation Day:

• World Accreditation Day (WAD) was established in 2008 by the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) and the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC).

• WAD aims to raise awareness of the importance of accreditation in ensuring quality, safety and reliability.

• It is observed annually on 9 June, which marks the anniversary of the signing of the ILAC Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA) in 1994.

• ILAC is an agreement between MRA accreditation bodies that enables mutual recognition of accreditation across countries.

• ILAC facilitates international trade by fostering trust and confidence in MRA conformity assessment results.

• The WAD serves as a forum for activities and initiatives to increase public understanding of recognition.

Philemon Yang Elected President of the Upcoming General Assembly Session

Tags: International News

Philemon Yang of Cameroon was elected President of the upcoming General Assembly session.

An Overview of the News

• Philemon Yang served as the President of the African Union’s Panel of Eminent Africans.

Theme of the 79th Session

• Proposed theme: “Unity in diversity, for the advancement of peace, sustainable development and human dignity for all everywhere.”

• Dialogue and consensus: Yang highlighted the importance of dialogue, consensus and collective problem-solving.

Session dates

• Event: The 79th session of the General Assembly will begin on 10 September.

• High-level debate: The general debate will begin on 24 September 2024.

About UN

• The United Nations (UN) is a diplomatic and political international organization.

  • Its stated purposes are:

  • Maintain international peace and security.

  • Develop friendly relations among nations.

  • Achieve international cooperation.

• Serve as a center for harmonizing the actions of nations.

• It is the world's largest international organization.

• Founders:- United States, India, United Kingdom, Brazil, France, Iran

• Founded:- 24 October 1945, San Francisco, California, United States

• Headquarters: New York, New York, United States

• Secretary‑General - António Guterres

Sameer Bansal Appointed New MD and CEO of PNB MetLife India

Tags: Person in news

PNB MetLife India Insurance has appointed Sameer Bansal as the new Managing Director and CEO, effective July 1.

An Overview of the News

• Bansal succeeds Ashish Srivastava, who has been appointed Managing Director for MetLife Inc’s global shared services team in India, based in New York.

• Regulatory Approval: The appointment is pending necessary regulatory approvals.

• Promoters: The company is promoted by MetLife International Holdings and Punjab National Bank.

• Experience: Bansal brings over 25 years of experience in financial services, including expertise in bancassurance, agency, digital, employee benefits, and direct marketing business models.

About  PNB MetLife India

• PNB MetLife India Insurance Company Limited (PNB MetLife) was established in 2001.

• It is one of the leading life insurance companies in India.

• Headquarters:- Mumbai