Current affairs July 5
IGNOU’s New MA Programme: Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has introduced a new MA program in Bhagavad Gita Studies for the 2024-2025 academic session. The course will commence in July 2024 and will be available through open and distance learning (ODL).
Robert Towne’s Passing: Renowned screenwriter Robert Towne, who significantly influenced American cinema in the 1970s and beyond, passed away on Monday, December 4, 2023, at his Los Angeles home at the age of 89. His publicist, Carri McClure, confirmed his death, noting that Towne was surrounded by family in his final moments. The cause of death was not disclosed.
Current affairs July 5
ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting Preparations: Authorities in Laos have been discussing preparations for the 57th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Foreign Ministers’ Meeting and related events, which are scheduled to be held in Vientiane from July 21 to 27.
Justice Sheel Nagu’s Appointment: Justice Sheel Nagu has been appointed as the Chief Justice of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, as announced by the Centre on Thursday. Previously, Justice Nagu served as the Acting Chief Justice of the Madhya Pradesh High Court following Chief Justice Ravi Malimath’s departure on May 24, 2024. His appointment follows a recommendation from the Supreme Court Collegium and fills the vacancy left by Chief Justice RS Jha’s retirement on October 13, 2023. Justice Sanjeev Sachdeva has been named the new Acting Chief Justice of the Madhya Pradesh High Court.
RBI’s New Executive Directors: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has appointed Smt. Charulatha S Kar and Arnab Kumar Chowdhury as Executive Directors, effective July 1, 2024. Smt. Kar, with over three decades of experience at the RBI, will oversee Communication.
Indiabulls Housing Finance Rebranding: Indiabulls Housing Finance has rebranded itself as Sammaan Capital Ltd, signaling a transition to a board-run financial institution.
New Celebrity Biography: A new biography titled “Manoj Bajpayee: The Definitive Biography” by journalist Piyush Pandey offers an intimate and inspiring look into the life of one of India’s most respected actors.
Extension of Smart Cities Mission: The Government of India has announced an extension of its flagship urban development initiative, the Smart Cities Mission. Originally set to end on June 30, 2024, the mission will now continue until March 31, 2025, marking a significant phase in India’s efforts to create technologically advanced and livable urban spaces.
SCO Meeting in Astana: The 24th Meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) was held on July 4, 2024, in Astana, Kazakhstan. This significant event brought together leaders from various countries to discuss regional cooperation and security issues.
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