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International Day of Action for Women's Health - 28th May

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Annually recognized worldwide on May 28, the International Day of Action for Women's Health aims to promote women's health and well-being globally.

An Overview of the News

• Its primary focus lies in advocating for Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) for women across the globe.

• The day serves as a platform to raise awareness and mobilize action to address the diverse health needs of women worldwide.

• It emphasizes the importance of ensuring access to comprehensive healthcare services and rights pertaining to sexual and reproductive health for women everywhere.

Theme of 2024:

• Theme: "Mobilising in Critical Times of Threats and Opportunities".

• Aimed at ensuring women's health and well-being globally, particularly in Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR).

Background of International Day of Action for Women's Health

• Proposed during the 1987 International Women's Health Meeting in Costa Rica.

• Latin American and Caribbean Women's Health Network (LACWHN) suggested the observance.

• LACWHN spearheaded and coordinated regional activities.

• Women's Global Network for Reproductive Rights (WGNRR) led global campaign efforts.

About WGNRR:

• Executive Director:- Debanjana Choudhuri.

• Headquarters:- Manila, Philippines.

• Established:- 1984

Gitanas Nauseda Re-elected Lithuanian President

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Gitanas Nauseda has been re-elected as the President of the Republic of Lithuania, securing a second five-year term from 2024 to 2029.

An Overview of the News

• Gitanas Nauseda has held the office of President since 2019.

• Nauseda won the presidential election with an impressive 74.43% of the total votes cast.

• Ingrida Simonyte came in second place, securing 24.06% of the votes.

Background of Gitanas Nauseda:

• Gitanas Nauseda, aged 60, holds expertise in economics, banking, and politics, hailing from Lithuania.

• From 1996 to 2000, Nauseda occupied the role of Director of Monetary Policy at the Bank of Lithuania.

• He further contributed to the banking sector as the Chief Economist to the Chairman of SEB bankas, a prominent commercial bank in Lithuania, spanning from 2008 to 2018.

• In his capacity as President, Nauseda addressed Lithuania's responses to the Belarusian uprisings occurring between 2020 and 2021, as well as Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

About Lithuania

• It is one of the three Baltic countries located in the northeastern region of Europe, alongside Estonia and Latvia.

• It became a member of the European Union in 2004.

• The Prime Minister of Lithuania is Ingrida Simonyte.

• Gitanas Nauseda serves as the President of Lithuania.

• The capital city of Lithuania is Vilnius.

• The currency used in Lithuania is the Lithuanian litas (LTL).

Appointment of Jetha Ahir as NAFED Chairman

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Jetha Ahir, BJP MLA from Shehra and former deputy speaker of the Gujarat Assembly, has been elected uncontested as the chairman of National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India (NAFED).

An Overview of the News

• The election took place in Delhi, where Ahir was elected unopposed by the board comprising 21 directors. Notably, two directors are from Gujarat, including Mohan Kundariya.

• Ahir, while elected as chairman, had reportedly supported Mohan Kundariya, the sitting Rajkot MP, for the position.

Previous Roles:

• Apart from his new role, Ahir holds positions as the chairman of Panchmahal's Pancharmrut Dairy and the Panchmahal District Cooperative (PDC) Bank.

About  NAFED

• NAFED stands as the apex body for marketing cooperatives in India.

• It oversees the marketing of agricultural produce.

• NAFED serves as a central organization for coordinating marketing efforts among cooperatives.

• Its primary role is to facilitate the marketing of agricultural products efficiently.

• The official website of NAFED provides information and resources about its functions and activities.

  • Founded - 2 October 1958

  • Headquarters - Ashram Chowk, New Delhi, India

Procurement Activities:

• NAFED, in collaboration with FCI and with the support of state governments, actively engages in the physical procurement of oilseeds, pulses, and copra.

• This procurement is conducted under the Price Support Scheme (PSS), which falls within the broader framework of the PM-AASHA scheme.

Establishment of National Spot Exchange:

• In 2008, NAFED established the National Spot Exchange, a commodities exchange.

• This initiative was realized through a joint venture with Financial Technologies (India) Ltd. (FTIL).

WHO and Indian Mission Host 'Walk the Talk' Yoga Event for International Yoga Day

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The 'Walk the Talk' Yoga session event was organized for International Yoga Day.

An Overview of the News

• Hosted by the Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations in Geneva and the World Health Organization (WHO) and It took place at Place des Nations.

• Union Health Secretary Apurva Chandra participated along with WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus and other senior officers from the Indian delegation.

• The event aimed to rejuvenate participants with yoga asanas.

About WHO

• Founded:- 7 April 1948

• Director-General:- Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus

• Headquarters:- Geneva, Switzerland

• Founders:- United States, Brazil, Mexico, France, Australia, Türkiye, 

• Parent organization:- United Nations

Purnima Shrestha Makes History: First Woman to Scale Everest Thrice in 13 Days

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Purnima Shrestha, a 32-year-old mountaineer and photojournalist from Gorkha, Nepal, has achieved a historic feat.

An Overview of the News

• She is now recognized as the first woman in the world to climb Mount Everest three times in a single season.

• This remarkable accomplishment was achieved within a span of just 13 days.

• Shrestha's triple ascent surpasses any previous record held by a woman for climbing Everest thrice in a season.

• Prior to this achievement, Shrestha had already summited Everest once in 2018, bringing her total Everest ascents to four.

Additional Information:

• Nepali mountaineer and guide Kami Rita Sherpa has achieved a historic feat by becoming the first person to climb Mount Everest a remarkable 29 times.

• His inaugural ascent of the mountain took place on May 13, 1994, when he was just 24 years old.

• Kami Rita now holds the unmatched record for the most ascents of the world's tallest peak in its 71-year climbing history.

About Nepal

• The kingdom of Nepal was established by the Shah dynasty.

• It is a landlocked country in South Asia.

  • Prime Minister - Pushpa Kamal Dahal

  • President - Ram Chandra Paudel

  • Capital - Kathmandu

  • Currency - Nepalese Rupee

WHO Launches $7 Billion ‘Investment Round’ to Address Global Challenges

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The World Health Organization (WHO) has initiated a new 'Investment Round' with the objective of raising $7 billion to address global challenges.

An Overview of the News

• WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus announced the initiative via social media, emphasizing the pressing need to confront issues like climate change, displacement, poverty, and inequality.

• The Investment Round aims to gather $7 billion over a span of four years to provide support to countries in tackling these multifaceted challenges.

• This initiative stems from recommendations put forth by the WHO Working Group on Sustainable Financing and received approval during the 154th Meeting of the WHO Executive Board in January 2024.

About WHO

• Founded:- 7 April 1948

• Headquarters:- Geneva, Switzerland

• Founders:- United States, Brazil, Mexico, France, Australia, Türkiye,

• Parent organization:- United Nations

• Director-General:- Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus