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History: 5th January

  • 1671: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj captured the Salhar region from the Mughals.
  • 1971: The first ODI cricket match played between Australia and England
  • 2002: SAARC Summit Beginning in Kathmandu.
  • 2005: The dwarf planet Eris was discovered in our solar system.
  • 2014: The first successful flight of an Indian cryogenic engine took place with the launch of the communication satellite GSAT-14.

 

1) VP Virat Kohli named Pubity Athlete of the Year 2023.

  • Virat Kohli has been named the Pubity Athlete of the Year for 2023, securing a decisive victory with a 78-22 margin against Lionel Messi.
  • Pubity, an online community with over 35 million followers on Instagram, conducted an online poll.
  • The knockout-style voting process included Novak Djokovic, Pat Cummins, LeBron James, Erling Haaland, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Max Verstappen.

 

2) Kyrgyzstan declared Snow Leopard as…

  • Kyrgyzstan has officially, symbolized the country’s dedication to conservation and ecological balance.
  • The leopard holds cultural significance, featuring in the story of Manas, a Kyrgyz folk hero, where it is revered as a symbol of greatness, courage, and resilience.
  • Recognized as vital for ecological balance, snow leopards inhabit approximately one-third of the global territory.

 

3) Jammu and Kashmir Police launched ‘Awam…

  • Portal aims to bring public concerns and police-related matters onto a common platform, fostering better understanding and solutions.
  • The portal will empower commanding officers with the authority to investigate complaints at various levels.• Citizens can register complaints, track application status, and submit additional documents using their registered mobile numbers on the portal.

 

4) India announced $75 Million financial packag…

  • S. Jaishankar announced that India will provide a financial package of $75 million for the construction of infrastructure in Nepal’s western districts affected by the earthquake.
  • The announcement was made during the joint inauguration with Nepalese counterpart NP Saud of the Tribhuvan University Central Library.
  • The financial package aims to support the rebuilding efforts in Nepal.

 

5) Similipal kai chutney

  • The Similipal kai chutney, made with red weaver ants by the tribal people of Odisha’s Mayurbhanj district, received the geographical identity tag.
  • The chutney, known for its medicinal benefits and nutritional well-being of tribal communities.
  • The red weaver ants contain proteins, calcium, zinc, vitamin B-12, iron, magnesium, potassium, sodium, copper, and amino acids.

 

6) Veerapandiya Kattabomman

  • Veerapandiya Kattabomman was an 18th- century Palayakarrar and king of Panchalankurichi in Tamil Nadu.
  • He fought the British East India Company and was captured by the British with the help of the ruler of the kingdom of Pudukottai, Vijaya Raghunatha Tondaiman.
  • Fought First Polygar War of 1799
  • Born: 3 January 1760
  • Died: 16 October 1799 (aged 39)

 

7) France became first EU country to issue Digital…

  • France issued Digital Schengen Visas for the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
  • The “Olympic Consulate” system, launched on January 1, will process visa applications for approximately 15,000 international athletes, 9,000 journalists, and foreign delegations participating in Games.
  • Around 70,000 visas will be issued completely online through the France-Visas platform.

 

8) Meity launched ERNET, web portal for…

  • ERNET India’s integrated web portal offering domain registration, DNS, and value-added services like Website as a Service (WaaS) and Learning Management as a Service (LMaaS).
  • ERNET, a not-for-profit scientific society under MeitY, serves as the exclusive domain registrar for educational institutes.
  • The portal, developed using open-source software and cutting-edge technologies such as AI/ML

 

9) Govindayapalli Ram Mohan Rao assumed ro…

  • Ram Mohan Rao brings a wealth of experience to his new position, having supervised various aspects of SEBI’s operations in the eastern region.
  • He was appointed for a 3-year term and will be responsible for handling and maintaining the integrity and efficiency of SEBI’s regulatory functions.
  • Notably, Rao is a certified fraud examiner, holding accreditation from the ACFE.

 

10) Bullock Cart race marked 265th birth anniversary…

  • Thoothukudi witnesses bullock cart races on the 265th birth anniversary of Veerapandiya Kattabomman.
  • Winners receive prizes of Rs 1 lakh, lambs, and LED TVs, attracting a crowd to witness the event.
  • The competition, held in various categories, marks the celebration of the freedom fighter’s birth in Panchalankurichi, a historic village in Tamil Nadu.

 

 

 

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