Daily Current Affairs- 12th May 2024

Daily Current Affairs- 12th May 2024

INTERNATIONAL

Nepal climber Kami Rita Sherpa climbs Mt Everest for 29th time

• Nepali Sherpa climber Kami Rita has scaled Everest for the 29th time, surpassing his own record of 28 ascents. He now holds the record for the most ascents of the world's tallest peak in its 71-year climbing history.
• Kami Rita Sherpa, also known as 'Everest man,' embarked on the Spring Season Everest expedition from Kathmandu, accompanying a team of approximately 28 climbers. Seven Summit Treks organised the expedition to conquer the world's highest peak. 

NATIONAL

Mines Secretary Inaugurates Registered Office of Khanij Bidesh India Limited (KABIL) in New Delhi

• Secretary, Ministry of Mines Shri V L Kantha Rao inaugurated the Registered Office of Khanij Bidesh India Ltd (KABIL) at Sansad Marg, New Delhi in presence of Senior officials of Ministry & KABIL.
• KABIL, a Joint Venture Company formed by NALCO, HCL and MECL, the CPSEs under the Ministry of Mines, is entrusted with the important mission of identifying, exploring, acquiring, and developing critical & strategic mineral assets overseas. 

SPORTS

India’s Star Javelin Thrower Neeraj Chopra Seals Second-Place Finish In Doha Diamond League 2024

• India’s star javelin thrower, Neeraj Chopra sealed a second-place finish in the Doha Diamond League 2024. With an unusual slow start, Chopra’s spear landed at 88.36 metre, just 2 cenitmetres short of event topper Jakub Vadlejch’s 38 metre. The windy conditions in Doha played an unfriendly part in Chopra’s attempt to win the second Doha season in a row.
• Fellow Asian Games medallist Kishore Jena, returned disappointed as he was eliminated at the halfway stage after a throw of 76.31 metre. 

SCIENCE &TEHNOLOGY

Infosys Receives ISO 42001:2023 Certification for Artificial Intelligence Management System

• Infosys a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, announced that it has been certified with ISO 42001:2023, world's first international standard on AI management systems, by TUV India (part of TÜV Nord Group), a leading independent provider of technical quality and safety services.
• Infosys is among the first IT services companies globally to have earned the certification for implementing an Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS) framework that fosters responsible AI practices and adherence to regulatory requirements for enhanced efficiency and accountability in AI initiatives. 

OBITURY

Roger Corman, Hollywood mentor, Oscar-winning 'King of the Bs', Passes Away at 98

• Roger Corman, the Oscar-winning King of the Bs who helped turn out such low-budget classics as Little Shop of Horrors and Attack of the Crab Monsters and gave many of Hollywood's most famous actors and directors early breaks, has died. He was 98.
• Roger William Corman was an American film director, producer, and actor. Known under various monikers such as "The Pope of Pop Cinema", "The Spiritual Godfather of the New Hollywood", and "The King of Cult", he is known as a trailblazer in the world of independent film. 

APPOINTMENS & RESIGNATIONS

Vladimir Putin re-appoints Mikhail Mishustin as Russia's prime minister

• Russian President Vladimir Putin re-appointed Mikhail Mishustin as the country's prime minister after the previous stint on the job during which the low-key technocrat has shown a distinct lack of political ambitions.
• In line with Russian law, Mishustin, 58, who held the job for the past four years, submitted his Cabinet’s resignation on Tuesday when Putin began his fifth presidential term at a glittering Kremlin inauguration. 

IMPORTANT DAYS

International Nurses Day

• Every year, 12 May is observed as International Nurses Day as a tribute to Florence Nightingale, who was born on this day. In certain countries of the world like Australia, Canada, and the United States, International Nurses Day is part of a weeklong celebration which ends on 12 May. This celebration is often known as National Nurses Week.
• Our Nurses. Our Future. The economic power of care, is the theme chosen by ICN for International Nurses Day 2024, Nursing is the foundation of healthcare, although it is frequently undervalued by society and faced with financial difficulties. The goal of IND 2024 is to change people’s perspectives by showcasing the significant social and economic advantages that may result from wise investments in nursing. 

Mother's Day

• Mother's Day annually falls on the second Sunday of May. This year, it is on May 12. Mother's Day honours mothers and mother figures around the globe. It is a day to express our gratitude, love and appreciation for them through words, gifts, selfless gestures, and a reminder that one day is not enough to thank them for all the sacrifices they have made for us in the past.
• Mother's Day was first celebrated by Anna Jarvis in the early 20th century, inspired by her own mother's dedication to humanitarian work. Mother's Day is a special occasion celebrated on the second Sunday in May around the world to honour mothers and motherhood. 

SUMMIT'S & MOU's

Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship signs MoU with Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.

• Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd to conduct two Pilot Projects under the Drone Didi Yojana.
• Secretary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Shri Atul Kumar Tiwari; Group CEO & MD, Mahindra Group Dr. Anish Shah and senior officials of the MSDE were present at the event. Launched earlier this year, the scheme aims to train 15,000 women to operate drones for agricultural purposes such as fertilising the crop, monitoring crop growth and planting seeds, thereby creating new livelihood opportunities for women through imparting skills in new technology areas. 

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

Prez Droupadi Murmu Conferred Padma Shri To Romalo Ram Of J&K In Field Of Art

• President Droupadi Murmu conferred Padma Shri to Romalo Ram of Jammu and Kashmir in the field of Art in New Delhi. Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that Romalo Ram is a Dogri Folk artist of the Jammu region and is known as the real founder of the Dogri folk song Geetru. He revived the dying folk form “Geetru and Bhakh” with his dedication and hard work. He published a book ‘Geetruyen Di Fouhar’. 

BANKING AND ECONOMY

Tata Capital, 14 other NBFCs surrender their registration certificates: RBI

• The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday said 15 NBFCs, including Tata Capital Financial Services and Revolving Investments, have surrendered their certificates of registration due to various reasons.
• Nine Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFC) have ceased to be legal entities due to amalgamation, merger, dissolution, or voluntary strike-off.
• These are Tata Capital Financial Services, Tata Cleantech Capital, Naperol Investments, USG Financial Services, Urja Capital, Vandana Dealers, ABRN Finance, Jodhani Management, and JDS Securities.
• The RBI further said six NBFCs surrendered their certificate of registration after exiting from Non-Banking Financial Institution (NBFI) business.
• These were Vian Growth Capital, Drap Leasing and Finance, Jewel Strips, Revolving Investments, Anshu Leasing, and A V B Finance.