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India bags maximum 11 medals in World Archery Youth Championships, 2023

Tags: Sports

In the 'World Archery Youth Championship', 2023 held in Ireland, India has secured the second position in the championship by winning the maximum number of 11 medals.

An Overview of the news:

• The 'World Archery Youth Championships', 2023 is scheduled to be held from 3 to 9 July 2023.

India finished second in the championship:

• India finished with its highest ever medal tally of 11 medals in this championship. Despite this, India finished second behind Korea in this championship.

Korea topped with 10 medals:

• Korea finished first with a total of 10 medals including six gold and four silver while India finished second with a total of 11 medals including six gold, one silver and four bronze.

First male archer to win gold medal in recurve category:

• 19-year-old Parth Salunkhe from Satara, Maharashtra won the gold medal by defeating a Korean in the Under-21 men's recurve individual final on 9 July. Parth Salunkhe has become the first male archer to win a gold medal in the 'recurve category'.
• Salunkhe, who topped the ranking round, defeated seventh seed Song Injun in a hard-fought five-set match.
• India also won a bronze medal in the Under-21 women's recurve individual event when Bhaja Kaur defeated Su Hsien-yu of Chinese Taipei.
• The outstanding performance of the Indian archers in the World Archery Youth Championships, 2023, their achievements, augur well for the future of archery in India which will inspire many budding archers.

Culture Working Group under India's G20 Presidency sets Guinness World Record for Largest Display of Lambani Items

Tags: place in news

The Guinness World Record for the Largest Display of Lambani Items was created on the sidelines of the G-20 Culture Working Group meeting in Hampi, Karnataka on 9 July.

An Overview of the News 

• The event took place on the sidelines of the third G-20 Culture Working Group meeting in Karnataka.

• This achievement was announced by PIB Bengaluru.

• A total of 450 Lambani women artisans and cultural practitioners associated with Sandur Kushala Kala Kendra collaborated to create G1 tagged Sandur Lambani embroidery consisting of 1755 patchwork.

• Sruthi Muniyappa, secretary of Sandur Kalakendra discussed the world record in an exclusive interview with All India Radio.

About Karnataka

• It is a state in southwest India and is bordered by Maharashtra to the north, Goa to the northwest, Andhra Pradesh to the east, Tamil Nadu to the southeast, and Kerala to the southwest.

• Bengaluru, the capital of Karnataka, is known as the "Silicon Valley of India" and is a major center of technology and innovation.

• Kannada is the official language of Karnataka, although English and Hindi are also widely spoken.

• Chief Minister - Siddaramaiah

• Governor - Thawar Chand Gehlot

• Official Animal - Indian Elephant

• Official Bird - Indian Roller

• Official Dance - Yakshagana

• Official Song - Jaya Bharat Jananiya Tanujate

World Population Day - 11 July

Tags: Important Days

The annual celebration known as World Population Day is observed on 11 July every year.

An Overview of the News

• It serves as a platform to raise awareness about global population-related concerns.

Theme of World Population Day 2023

• Its theme is "Unleashing the Power of Gender Equality: Elevating the Voices of Women and Girls to Unlock the Infinite Potential of Our World."

• The theme underlines the importance of gender equality in harnessing the full potential of women and girls and the immense opportunities they present for our global society.

History of World Population Day

• It was established in 1989 by the Governing Council of the United Nations Development Programme. 

• Its primary goal is to highlight the critical nature and importance of population issues.

• In December 1990, the United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution to continue World Population Day. 

• It aims to promote the understanding of population matters and their interrelationships with environment and development.

• The first World Population Day was observed on 11 July 1990, in which more than 90 countries participated.

India Tops Medals Tally in 34th International Biology Olympiad, Secures Four Gold Medals

Tags: Sports

India emerged as the top country in the 34th International Biology Olympiad (IBO) by securing the highest number of medals.

An Overview of the News

• This year, India achieved a remarkable feat by winning four gold medals, marking the first time it has achieved an all-gold performance and topped the medal tally in IBO.

• The winners from India are:

1. Megh Chhabda from Maharashtra's Jalna district,

2. Dhruv Advani from Bengaluru in Karnataka,

3. Ishan Pednekar from Kota, Rajasthan

4. Rahit Panda from Risali, Chhattisgarh.

IBO Details

• The IBO took place in Al Ain, UAE, from July 3 to 11.

• A total of 293 students from 76 different countries participated in the IBO.

Singapore's Achievement

• Singapore, along with India, also secured four gold medals, making it the only other country to achieve this feat.

Overall Gold Medals

• In the 34th IBO, a total of 29 gold medals were awarded to the participants from various countries.

National Law University Delhi launches 'Eklavya': A Research Affiliate Program

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National Law University (NLU), Delhi launched a research affiliate program named 'Eklavya' to promote collaboration and inclusivity in legal scholarship.

An Overview of the News

• The 'Eklavya' program is open to individuals who do not have a traditional law degree, who have at least three years of experience working on law-related issues.

• Full-time or part-time employees require approval from their current organization or institution.

• Self-employed individuals, freelancers, or independent consultants must provide a declaration stating their business status.

Benefits and Opportunities:

• Connect with faculty, researchers and scholars of NLU Delhi to promote subject research collaboration.

• Get guidance and advice from experienced academicians and legal experts affiliated with NLU Delhi.

• Access the extensive library resources and research facilities available at NLU Delhi.

• Connect with a diverse community of legal professionals, policy makers and researchers through seminars, conferences and workshops.

• Contribute to the development of legal scholarship through research papers, articles and publications.

• Raise your professional profile and receive recognition for your research contributions.

Foxconn pulls out of joint venture with Vedanta to make semiconductors

Tags: Economy/Finance

On 10 July 2023, India's Make in India initiative suffered a major loss when Vedanta Limited's agreement with Taiwanese company Foxconn to manufacture semiconductors in India was cancelled.

An Overview of the news:

• It was established production for semiconductors in India.
• According to a report, the company has expressed confidence about India's semiconductor development. The company will fully support the "Make in India" campaign of the Government of India.
• According to Vedanta, it will work with local partners to meet the needs of its stakeholders.
• Foxconn and Vedanta last year signed an agreement to invest $19.5 billion to build a semiconductor and display production plant in Gujarat.

Vedanta Limited:

• Vedanta Limited is an Indian multinational mining company headquartered in New Delhi,
• Founder: Dwarka Prasad Agarwal
• Established: 25 June 1965
• CEO: Sunil Duggal
• Subsidiaries: Hindustan Zinc, Bharat Aluminum Company, More
• Parent organization: Vedanta Resources

Lakshya Sen won the Canada Open 2023

Tags: Sports

Lakshya Sen has won the men's singles title in Canada Open 2023 by defeating world number-10 player Li Shi Feng of China in straight sets 21-18, 22-20.

An Overview of the news:

• Commonwealth Games gold medalist Lakshya Sen has clinched the men's singles title at the Canada Open 2023 by defeating the current All England champion Li Shi Feng of China.
• This is Lakshya's second BWF World Tour title this season.
• He has already won the India Open title in January 2022.
• Lakshya's current world ranking in men's singles is 19.
• He defeated world number four Kunlavut Witidsarn in the round of 32. Lakshya then got a win over world number 11 Kento Nishimoto of Japan in the semi-finals.

4 Indian-origin among 100 richest American women: Forbes

Tags: Reports

In July 2023, 4 Indian-origin women have found a place in America's 100 richest women released by Forbes.

An Overview of the news:

• According to a Forbes report, due to the boom in the stock market, the wealth of these 100 women has reached a record $ 124 billion, which is about 12% more than a year ago.

Women on top of Forbes list:

• Diane Hendrix, co-founder of ABC Supply, one of the largest wholesale distributors of Roofing, Siding and Windows in the US. She holds the top spot with a net worth of $15 billion.
• Musician Rihanna is in second place with a net worth of $1.4 billion.
• This year's list includes eight people, including television producer Shonda Rhimes and Insitro CEO Daphne Koller.
• Four Indian-origin women have made it to the Forbes list of 100 richest American women who are 'self-made'. The total assets of these four women are $ 4.06 billion.

The order of the four Indian women in the list:

• Jayshree Ullal (15th position): President and CEO of computer networking firm Arista Networks, with a net worth of $2.4 billion. Ullal is also on the board of directors of cloud computing company Snowflake.
• Neerja Sethi (25th rank): IT consulting and outsourcing firm Synte, Sethi has a net worth of $990 million.
• Neha Narkhede (ranked 50): CTO and co-founder of cloud company Confluent. Narkhede's net worth is $520 million.
• Indra Nooyi (77th position): Former PepsiCo chairperson, with a net worth of $350 million.

IIT Delhi will open its international campus in Abu Dhabi (UAE)

Tags: International Relations

On 10 July 2023, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan informed that IIT Delhi is going to open its international campus in Abu Dhabi (UAE).

An Overview of the news:

• After IIT Madras, now IIT Delhi is also going to open its international campus outside the country in Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates).
• Earlier, IIT Madras had announced to set up its campus in Zanzibar-Tanzania. Whose work is likely to start from October this year.

Relations between the two countries will be further strengthened:

• This initiative will further strengthen the relations between the two countries.
• Meanwhile, IIT Delhi has also announced the inclusion of UAE school students in its Summer Boot Camp, in which talented school students from there will be able to work on their research and other innovations in IIT Delhi's lab.
• Currently, IIT Delhi conducts such summer boot camps only for Indian school students.
• During the event, Pradhan also handed over a set of books (magic box) designed for school children up to class three under the new National Education Policy (NEP) to UAE Minister of Education Sarah Musallam.

First campus of IIT Madras in Zanzibar-Tanzania: 

• Prior to this announcement, IIT Madras had decided to open its campus in Zanzibar-Tanzania. Which will also start there from October this year.
• Like IIT Madras and Delhi, some other IITs of the country may also decide to open their international campuses soon.

Sheikh Talal Fahad Al Ahmad Al Sabah elected as OCA President

Tags: Sports News

Sheikh Talal Fahd Al Ahmad Al Sabah of Kuwait has been elected as the new President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA).

An Overview of the News

• Sheikh Talal was succeeded by his brother Sheikh Ahmad al-Fahd al-Sabah.

• Sheikh Talal succeeded his elder brother, Sheikh Ahmed Al-Fahad Al-Sabah, who led the OCA until 2021.

• Sheikh Ahmed was forced to step down after being found guilty of forgery and sentenced to at least 13 months in prison.

• Sheikh Talal defeated Kuwaiti Hussein Al-Musallam, OCA Director General and World Aquatics President, at the OCA General Assembly in Bangkok.

Olympic Council of Asia (OCA)

• The OCA was founded in 1982 by Sheikh Talal's father, Fahad Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.

• It serves as the governing body of the Games in Asia and currently consists of 45 member National Olympic Committees.

• The International Olympic Committee recognized the OCA the same year it was founded in 1982.

Established: 16 November 1982, New Delhi

Headquarters: Kuwait City, Kuwait

Chairman: Talal Fahd Al-Ahmed Al-Sabah

Membership: 45 National Olympic Committees

Motto: Ever Onward

"Road to Asian Games" campaign launched

• OCA in partnership with Asian Sports Federation (AESF) announced the "Road to Asian Games" campaign for the upcoming 2022 Asian Games.

• The campaign aims to bring the Olympic spirit to eSports and includes an education program for eSports athletes participating in the Asian Games.

National Fish Farmers Day: 10 July

Tags: Important Days

National Fish Farmers Day is celebrated every year on 10th July to honour and support the work of fish farmers, fishermen and other stakeholders associated with fisheries in India.

An Overview of the news:

• In the year 2023, the 23rd National Fish Farmers Day is being celebrated across the country.
• On July 10, 1957, for the first time, Dr. Hiralal Chowdhary and Dr. Alikunhi were successful in extracting carp pituitary hormones in successful induced breeding of major carps at Angul, Odisha.
• It was on the same day that the two scientists demonstrated Hypophysation, a technique to induce reproduction in Indian Major Carps.
• Every year on July 10, Fish Farmers Day is celebrated in the country to mark this contribution of scientists.

Beginning of National Fish Farmers Day:

• July 10, 2001 was designated as National Fisheries Day by the Government of India.
• After this, in 2001, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research organized the country's first National Fish Farmer's Day function. Along with this, the leading institute in the field of fisheries education - Central Institute of Fisheries Education also joined.
• The day aims to raise awareness of the need to change the way the country manages its fisheries resources to ensure sustainable fisheries stocks and robust ecosystems.

Organization of National Fish Farmers Day 2023:

• An exhibition of 30 extraordinary startups from across the country will be organized to showcase the best of the fisheries innovators in the country at the National Fish Farmers Day 2023 celebration event at Mahabalipuram on July 10, 2023.

Important facts related to fishing industry:

• According to the statistics of the National Fisheries Development Board, the export revenue of Rs 334.41 billion has been received from the fisheries industry alone.
• The fisheries industry contributes 7% to India's gross domestic product (GDP).
• India is the second major aquaculture working country in the world.
• India is the third largest producer of fish in the world.
• Gujarat ranks first in the production of marine fish in the country.

Edgars Rinkevic becomes the first openly gay head of state of the European Union

Tags: International News

Latvia's former foreign minister Edgars Rinkevics achieved a historic feat as the first openly gay head of state in the European Union.

An Overview of the News

• Following his role as Foreign Minister, Rinkevic was officially sworn in as President of Latvia.

• Rinkewicz pledged to prioritise the fight for inclusion and equality during his presidency.

• Rinkevics aims to use his limited powers to influence legislation and shape public opinion, with the goal of making Latvia a more inclusive and egalitarian country.

• Rinkevics served as the Foreign Minister of Latvia from 2011 until his recent resignation.

• In November 2014, Rinkewicz publicly came out as gay and became a prominent advocate for LGBTQ+ rights.

Status of LGBTQ+ rights in Latvia

• Latvia currently bans same-sex marriage, making it illegal within the country.

• Latvia's constitutional court recognized same-sex unions last year, indicating progress toward legal recognition.

Latvia:

• It is a country on the Baltic Sea, situated between Lithuania and Estonia.

• The capital of Latvia is Riga, known for its remarkable woodwork and Art Nouveau architecture.

• St. Peter's Church is a popular tourist destination in Riga's mediaeval Old Town.

• Capital - Riga

• Prime Minister - Krisjanis Karins

• Official language - Latvian