1830: The Republic of Ecuador was established and Juan Jose Florence became the first President.
1952: The 1st session of the Indian Parliament started.
1962: Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan became the 2nd President of the country.
2000: Miss India Lara Dutta won the Miss Universe title in a Cyprus competition.
2010: Indian social activist Ila Bhatt was awarded the Nivano Peace Prize.
Parvej Khan, son of farmer, won Gold at US collegiate race
May 13, 2024
Parvej Khan displayed a dominant run in both Heats and Final of the SEC championships in Louisiana to win the Gold medal. He won the yellow metal in the 1500m race and also a Bronze in 800m race.
He is a son of a farmer from Haryana.
He is also a Gold medalist in the National Games and holds the record for being the first Indian to qualify for a track event's final in the NCAA Championships.
India, Oman to jointly undertake research on sharks and rays in Arabia
May 13, 2024
India & Oman joined forces to study & protect sharks & rays in the Arabian Sea. via a workshop at ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute.
Experts will meet to collaborate on research & train future marine scientists.
The CMFRI is the national marine scientific authority for CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora).
85% SBI's hiring for PO & associates in FY25 are engineering graduates
May 13, 2024
SBI plans to recruit 12,000 employees in FY25, with 85% being engineering graduates, for roles as probationary officers and associates.
The move aligns with SBI's investment in technology training to address the growing reliance on tech in banking services.
Training for new hires will cover banking fundamentals before they are positioned in various business segments within the bank.
Renowned activist and Padma Shri awardee Birubala Rabha passed away at a hospital in Guwahati after a long battle with cancer.
Rabha dedicated her life to fight against superstition, and social evils like witch-hunting.
After her prolonged efforts, in 2015, the Assam Legislative Assembly unanimously passed the Assam Witch Hunting (Prohibition, Prevention and Protection) Act, 2015.
Nitten Kirrtane bagged mixed doubles silver and men’s doubles bronze at the ITF Masters World Championship in Mexico City.
Kirrtane reached the mixed doubles final with Isabelle Gemmel, ultimately losing to Bart Beks and Barbara Mulej.
The ITF World Championships is the pinnacle of the International Tennis Federation World Tennis Masters Tournament.
Is it Game Over for Modi at 75? Kejriwal's Bold Jab Sparks Debate.
May 13, 2024
Arvind Kejriwal questions if PM Narendra Modi will retire in 2025, citing the BJP's precedent of leaders retiring at 75, and suggests BJP plans to replace Modi with Amit Shah.
The AAP chief provokes BJP voters to consider their vote as one for Amit Shah, not Narendra Modi.
Kejriwal gave examples of Lal Krishna Advani, Murli Manohar Joshi, Sumitra Mahajan, and Yashwant Sinha.
First ‘extreme’ solar storm in 20 years brought spectacular auroras
May 13, 2024
Auroras
Natural light display in Earth's polar regions.
Visible as the Northern and Southern Lights.
Features: Result from interactions between Earth's magnetosphere and solar wind.
Scientific Significance: Indicate solar activity and geomagnetic conditions.
Solar storms can disrupt satellites and power grids.
Dr. Soumya Swaminathan honored by McGill University
May 13, 2024
Dr. Soumya Swaminathan, WHO’s former Chief Scientist, received an honorary degree from McGill University, Canada.
Having served at WHO, her tenure included Deputy Director General (Programmes) and the organization's first Chief Scientist, through the Covid-19 pandemic.
McGill University recognizes individuals for significant contributions to scholarship, science, arts, or public service etc.
Carlsen triumphs, Praggnanandhaa 4th in Chess Tournament
May 13, 2024
Magnus Carlsen won Superbet Rapid and Blitz with 8/9 final day performance.
R Praggnanandhaa secured fourth place in the Grand Chess Tour, Warsaw.
Wei Yi of China led earlier, but ended second after last-day games.
The Superbet rapid and blitz tournament is a part of the Grand Chess Tour, held in Warsaw, Poland.
Tripura’s first international cricket stadium set to be ready by 2025
May 13, 2024
Tripura Cricket Association announced the inauguration of Tripura's first international cricket stadium in Narsingarh, located in the West Tripura district by February 2025.
The northeastern state’s first stadium, a collaboration between BCCI and TCA with a budget of Rs 200 crore, will have a seating capacity for 25,000 spectators, marking a milestone in Tripura’s sporting infrastructure.
DG-DIA Lt Gen DS Rana embarked on official visit to Tanzania
May 13, 2024
Director General Defence Intelligence Agency (DG DIA) Lt. Gen DS Rana has proceeded on an official visit to the Republic of Tanzania.
Tanzania is an East African country.
It is home to Kilimanjaro National Park, Africa’s highest mountain.
Capital: Dodoma.
Currency: Tanzanian Shilling.
Official languages: Swahili, English.
President: Samia Suluhu Hassan.
Prime minister: Kassim Majaliwa.
Lomachenko triumphs for IBF Lightweight title
May 13, 2024
Vasiliy Lomachenko secured IBF lightweight championship with a TKO against George Kambosos Jr in the 11th round.
Dominating the fight, Lomachenko showcased technical superiority and control, finishing strong in latter rounds.
The victory was claimed in Perth, cheered by over 14,000 fans, marking a significant win in Lomachenko's late-career stage.
Today's Top 5 Morning Headlines
May 13, 2024
SAIL - Bhilai to set up Chhattisgarh's first 15-Mw floating solar plant.
Kami Rita Sherpa beats own record by climbing summit for 29 times.
Dubai has launched a new long-term ‘Dubai Gaming Visa’ for creators.
Idashisha Nongrang appointed first woman police DGP of Meghalaya.
ISRO successfully tests 3D-printed Rocket Engine.
Government will spend ₹2 crore per km of roads along China border
May 13, 2024
In the last five months, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has approved 113 roads in Arunachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Sikkim.
There is a need to connect around 168 villages along the China.
Vibrant Village Program: Centrally sponsored scheme to boost security grid on the LAC.
It will cover the border areas of Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim and Ladakh.
Mallala Anusha won Triple Jump at Federation Cup
May 13, 2024
Mallala Anusha secured the triple jump title at the Federation Cup with a personal best of 13.53m, narrowly missing the meet record.
Overcoming challenges and a strong contest from Sheena NV, Anusha exhibited consistent performance culminating in victory.
The event witnessed Santhosh Kumar T. winning the men’s 400m hurdles after training in the Bahamas and competing in Dubai.
Today's Top 5 Evening Headlines
May 13, 2024
India, Oman to jointly undertake research on sharks and rays in Arabia.
Magnus Carlsen emerged victorious, Praggnanandhaa finished 4th in Superbet Rapid and Blitz Chess Tournament
Nitten Kirrtane bagged Mixed Doubles Silver & Men’s Doubles Bronze in ITF Masters World C'ship
Meaning: To choose from what is left or available, often not preferred or the worst options. (उपलब्धता में कमी के कारण सबसे कम वांछित विकल्प का चयन करना )
Trick:
Think of using the last, least desirable items from a container because that's all that's left.
Example:
With the deadline approaching, they had to scrape the barrel for any remaining staff to finish the project.
Martin won thrilling French MotoGP
May 13, 2024
Jorge Martin extended his lead in the championship with a thrilling victory in the French MotoGP at Le Mans, France.
Pramac Ducati rider Martin headed the standings with 129 points, 38 ahead of Bagnaia who moved into second spot.
Gresini Ducati’s Marc Marquez finished second with a final-lap overtake of Francesco Bagnaia in a thrilling battle.
N Chandrasekaran to chair Tata Electronics
May 13, 2024
Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran will also assume the role of chairman, Tata Electronics.
The Tata group company has recently earmarked about $14 billion in investments to spearhead its entry into the semiconductor business.
Tata Electronics is positioning itself at the forefront of India's electronics manufacturing sector.
He will take over from Banmali Agrawala.
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