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By admin: March 30, 2024

Allu Arjun's wax statue unveiled at Madame Tussauds, Dubai

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Telugu cinema icon Allu Arjun achieved a significant milestone in his career with the unveiling of his wax statue at Madame Tussauds in Dubai.

An Overview of the News

• The unveiling ceremony of Allu Arjun's wax statue took place recently, with the actor posting pictures from the event on his social media platforms.

• In the pictures shared, Allu Arjun is shown posing with his wax statue, along with his children, wife Sneha Reddy, other family members and team members.

• The wax statue is dressed in a striking red blazer with black pants and formal shoes, mirroring Allu Arjun's iconic look from the blockbuster film Ala Vaikunthapuramlu.

About Allu Arjun

• Indian actor Allu Arjun is a leading actor of Telugu cinema and he is one of the highest-paid actors in Indian cinema.

• Allu Arjun has been included in the Forbes India Celebrity 100 list continuously since 2014.

• His accolades include one National Film Award, six Filmfare Awards and three Nandi Awards.

Arnab Banerjee takes over as Chairman of ATMA

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Arnab Banerjee, Managing Director and CEO of CEAT Limited was elected Chairman of Automotive Tyre Manufacturers' Association (ATMA), succeeding the previous leadership.

An Overview of the News

• ATMA members include industry giants such as Apollo Tyres, Bridgestone India, CEAT, Continental India, Goodyear India, JK Tire & Industries, MRF, and TVS Tyres.

Industry Scenario:

• The current industry scenario is characterized by rapid technological advancements, environmental considerations and emerging market dynamics.

• Banerjee's leadership is ready to carry out these changes effectively.

About Arnab Banerjee:

• Banerjee joined CEAT in 2005 as vice president of sales and marketing, climbing the ranks steadily to become chief operating officer in 2018.

• Boasts an impressive educational background from prestigious institutions including Harvard Business School, IIM Kolkata, and IIT Kharagpur, complemented by an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) certification.

Background of ATMA:

• Established in 1975, ATMA is a leading industry body advocating for India's Rs 90,000 crore (US$11 billion) automotive tire sector.

• Represents eight major tire companies, which account for more than 90% of the country's tire production.

Mohammad Yousuf Wani Takes Oath as Additional Judge

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Mohammad Yousuf Wani took oath as Additional Judge of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court.

An Overview of the News

• On March 25, Chief Justice N Kotiswar Singh administered the oath of office to Mohammad Yousuf Wani.

• The ceremony took place in Srinagar and was attended by various judges.

• Attendance:

• Physically present:

  • Justices Tashi Rabstan, Rajnesh Oswal, Vinod Chatterji Koul, Sanjay Dhar, Javed Iqbal Wani, Rahul Bharti, Moksha Khajuria Kazmi, and Wasim Sadiq Nargal.

• Virtually attended from Jammu:

  • Justices Atul Sreedharan, Sanjeev Kumar, Sindhu Sharma, Puneet Gupta, Mohd Akram Chowdhary, and Rajesh Sekhri.

Conduct of the Ceremony:

• Conducted at the chief justice's chamber.

• Conducted by the registrar general of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Shahzad Azeem.

Increase in Judicial Strength:

• Following Mohammad Yousuf Wani's appointment, the number of judges in the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh rose to 16, including the chief justice.

Appointment of PR Sreejesh as Co-chairman of FIH Athletes Committee

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PR Sreejesh, the star goalkeeper of the Indian team, and Camila Caram, a defender from the Chile women's side, have been appointed as co-chairs of the International Hockey Federation's (FIH) newly formed Athletes Committee.

An Overview of the News

• The FIH Athletes Committee acts as an advisory body, making recommendations to FIH bodies.

• It is expected to contribute to the 'Athlete First' approach under FIH's 'Empowerment and Engagement' strategy.

Collaboration:

• Liaising with the Athletes Commission of the International Olympic Committee and other sports organizations.

• To share information and research to develop the game of hockey globally.

PR Sreejesh:

• He belongs to a farming family from Kizhakkambalam village in Ernakulam district of Kerala. He made his debut for India at the 2006 South Asian Games in Sri Lanka and has participated in three Summer Olympics.

• He played a key role in India's gold medal win at the 2014 Asian Games and bronze medal at the 2015 FIH Hockey World League Final.

• Recognized for his achievements, he received the Arjuna Award in 2015 and the Padma Shri in 2017.

About FIH

• The Fédération Internationale de Hockey (FIH), commonly known as FIH, acts as the worldwide governing body for field hockey and indoor field hockey.

• FIH is headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland, serving as the central hub for its operations.

• The organization is responsible for managing and regulating major international tournaments in the field of hockey.

• Among these tournaments, the Hockey World Cup stands out as one of the most prestigious events overseen by FIH.

Headquarters - Lausanne, Switzerland

President - Tayyab Ikram

Founded - 7 January 1924, Paris, France

CEO - Thierry Weil