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Vir Das: Comedian Vir Das made history as the first Indian to win an International Emmy
Award in 2023 in the comedy category.
NeevCloud: First Made in India AI Supercloud.
Al Dhafra Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Project: The world’s largest single-site solar power plant is the
AI Dhafra Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Independent Power Project in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
2024 ICC Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup: The 2024 ICC Under-19 Men's Cricket World
Cup (15th edition) hosted in South Africa.
Khelo India Para Games 2023: The first edition of the Khelo India Para Games were held in
New Delhi.
Haryana topped the medal table with with a total of 105 medals including 40 gold, 39 silver
and 26 bronze medals, followed by Uttar Pradesh (62) and Tamil Nadu (42).
‘Ujjwala’- a sparrow, was unveiled as the official mascot of Khelo India – Para Games 2023.
Bundelkhand Expressway: The Bundelkhand Expressway in Uttar Pradesh is the first Solar
Expressway in India.
3D-Printed Temple: India is home to the world’s first 3D-printed temple, located in Siddipet,
Telangana.
3D-Printed Post Office: India is home to the world’s first 3D-printed post office, located in
Bengaluru, Karnataka.
Mission Daksh: Mission Daksh (Dynamic Approach for Knowledge and Skill) is an initiative
launched by the Bihar government to improve the academic performance of nearly 25 lakh
academically weak students in state-run schools.
Commemorative Coin of ₹525: The Government of India will issue a commemorative coin of
₹525 to mark the occasion of 525th Birth Anniversary of Saint Meera Bai.
AGNI Initiative: The Ayurveda Gyan Naipunya Initiative (AGNI) is a program launched by the
Central Council for Research in Ayurveda Sciences (CCRAS) under the Ministry of Ayush.
This initiative aims to promote and support research and documentation of innovative
practices among Ayurveda practitioners.
Davis Cup 2023: The 2023 Davis Cup was won by Italy, marking their first title since 1976.
The Davis Cup is an annual international team event in men’s tennis, and the 2023 edition
was the 111th in its history.
Michael Douglas: Renowned Hollywood actor and producer Michael Douglas was honoured
with the prestigious Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award for Excellence in Cinema at the
54th International Film Festival of India (IFFI).
India’s largest Tiger Reserve: The central government has approved the establishment of India’s
largest tiger reserve in Damoh, Madhya Pradesh.
This new reserve will be created by merging the Noradehi Sanctuary with the Rani Durgavati
Sanctuary, covering an area of 2,300 square kilometers.
Booker Prize 2023: Paul Lynch won the Booker Prize in 2023 for his novel ‘Prophet Song’.
This dystopian novel explores a mother’s struggle to protect her family as Ireland descends
into totalitarianism.
Barda Wildlife Sanctuary: The Barda Wildlife Sanctuary in Gujarat has been identified as the
second home for Asiatic lions, apart from the Gir National Park.
Angkor Wat Temple, Cambodia: The Angkor Wat Temple in Cambodia was declared the eighth
Wonder of the World in 2023.
The Angkor Wat was built as a Hindu temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu and gradually
progressed to become a major temple of Buddhism.
1st South Asian Country to Register the Same Sex Marriage: Nepal has become the first South
Asian country to officially register a same-sex marriage.
Gajraj Suraksha: Indian Railways has launched an innovative initiative called Gajraj Suraksha
to prevent accidents involving elephants on railway tracks.
Gajraj Suraksha employs an AI-based algorithm and a network of sensitive optical fiber
cables to detect elephants approaching the tracks.
SKOCH Gold Award 2023: Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) was honored
with the prestigious SKOCH Gold Award 2023 for its Pugalur Thrissur 2000 MW Voltage
Source Converter HVDC System.
Virgin Atlantic Airways: Virgin Atlantic made history by completing the world’s first
transatlantic flight powered entirely by 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
World’s First Portable Hospital: The world’s first portable hospital has been inaugurated in
Gurugram.
Anak Krakatoa & Merapi: These are the active volcanoes in Indonesia that have recently
erupted.
Rizz: Rizz was chosen as Oxford’s 2023 Word of the Year.
It’s a slang term that originated from the word “charisma” and is often used to describe
someone’s charm or ability to attract others.
Authentic: Merriam-Webster’s Word of the Year for 2023 is ‘authentic’.
‘Authentic’ means being true to one’s own personality, spirit, or character, and not being
false or imitation.
‘One Province, One Policy’ Approach: China has introduced a ‘One Province, One Policy’
approach to manage financial risks.
This strategy allows each province to develop its own tailored policies to address local
financial challenges, rather than applying a uniform policy across the entire country.
Jal-Jeevan-Hariyali Abhiyan: At the COP28 Climate Summit in Dubai, Bihar received global
recognition for its afforestation efforts under the Jal-Jeevan-Hariyali Abhiyan.
This initiative, which started in 2019, focuses on water management, increasing vegetation
coverage, and overall climate resilience.
Condor: IBM has indeed made a significant breakthrough by developing the first-ever 1,000-
qubit quantum chip, named Condor.
This chip features 1,121 superconducting qubits arranged in a honeycomb pattern.
‘Mera Gaon Meri Dharohar’ Project: The ‘Mera Gaon Meri Dharohar’ project, launched by
Ministry of Culture, aims to culturally map and document all villages across the country.
This initiative, part of the National Mission on Cultural Mapping, is conducted in
coordination with the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA).
Garba: Garba, the traditional dance form from Gujarat, has been added to UNESCO’s Intangible
Cultural Heritage list.
This recognition highlights the cultural significance and rich heritage of Garba, which is
performed during the Navratri festival and other celebrations.
TIME’s Person of the Year 2023: Taylor Swift being named TIME’s Person of the Year 2023.
This honor recognizes her influence and impact not only in the music industry but also in
various social and cultural spheres.
TIME’s Athlete of the Year 2023: Lionel Messi was named TIME’s Athlete of the Year 2023.
This recognition acknowledges his remarkable accomplishments, which include leading
Argentina to a World Cup victory in 2022.
World’s First Fourth-Generation Nuclear Reactor: China has indeed made a significant
breakthrough by starting up the world’s first fourth-generation nuclear reactor, a high-
temperature gas-cooled reactor (HTGR).
Vyas Samman: Pushpa Bharti has been awarded the 33rd Vyas Samman for her memoir
‘Yaadein, Yaadein aur Yaadein’.
This prestigious award, instituted by the KK Birla Foundation in 1991, honors outstanding
Hindi literary works published in the last 10 years.
Indira Gandhi Peace Prize 2023: The Indira Gandhi Peace Prize for 2023 has been jointly
awarded to Daniel Barenboim and Ali Abu Awwad.
Daniel Barenboim is a renowned classical pianist and conductor, while Ali Abu Awwad is a
prominent Palestinian peace activist.
They have been recognized for their efforts in promoting non-violent resolution of the Israel-
Palestine conflict through music, dialogue, and people’s participation.
World’s Largest Producer of Opium: Myanmar has become the world’s largest producer of
opium, surpassing Afghanistan.
Krutrim AI: Krutrim AI is a significant development in India’s AI landscape, created by Ola’s
CEO, Bhavish Aggarwal.
Krutrim AI offers a range of functionalities such as language translation, text
summarization, and question-answering.
Bhashini AI: Bhashini AI is an initiative by the Indian government aimed at developing a
multilingual AI platform to make digital content and services accessible in various Indian
languages.
This project is part of the National Language Translation Mission (NLTM).
Bhashini AI leverages Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Natural Language Processing (NLP)
to provide real-time translation, making it easier for people who speak different languages to
understand the content.
Nathan Lyon: Nathan Lyon has joined the elite club of bowlers who have taken 500 wickets in
Test cricket.
Lyon is the third Australian and the eighth bowler overall to reach this landmark.
Shaikh Hassan Khan: Shaikh Hassan Khan, a 36-year-old government employee from Kerala,
successfully ascended Mount Vinson, the highest peak in Antarctica.
He became the first person from India to successfully climbed Mount Vinson.
Swarved Mahamandir: The ‘Swarved Mahamandir’, located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, is the
world’s largest meditation center.
Global Icon Award: At the G20 Initiative Summit held in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Dr. Srinivas
Naik Dharavath, Chairman and Managing Director of Real Vision Homes Pvt Ltd, was honored
with the Global Icon Award.
This award recognizes his exceptional contributions and visionary leadership in the real estate
sector.
Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) Summit 2023: India hosted the 2023 Global
Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) Summit in New Delhi.
This summit brought together experts from various fields, including science, industry, civil
society, governments, and academia, to discuss and collaborate on AI-related priorities.
First Indian Airline to Carry 100 Million Passengers in a Year: IndiGo made history by becoming
the first Indian airline to carry 100 million passengers in a single calendar year.
This milestone was achieved, marking a significant achievement for the airline and the
Indian aviation industry.
Indian Bank to Touch ₹5 Trillion Market Cap: India's largest lender, State Bank of India (SBI),
reached a market capitalisation of Rs 5 trillion for the first time.
It now ranks seventh overall in market cap at Rs 5.11 trillion, becoming the third Indian
bank to cross this milestone, following HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank.
Emmanuel Macron: French President Emmanuel Macron was the Chief Guest at India's Republic
Day celebrations in 2024.
Khelo India Youth Games 2024: The Khelo India Youth Games 2024 were held in Tamil Nadu.
This sixth edition of the event saw the participation of over 5,600 athletes competing in 26
sports.
Maharashtra topped the medal tally with 57 gold medals, followed by Tamil Nadu with 38
golds, and Haryana with 35 golds.
International Year of Camelids (IYC) 2024: The United Nations has declared 2024 as the
International Year of Camelids (IYC 2024).
This year aims to highlight the importance of camelids, such as alpacas, Bactrian camels,
dromedaries, guanacos, llamas, and vicuñas, to the livelihoods of millions of households
across over 90 countries.
Camelids play a crucial role in food security, nutrition, and economic growth, especially in
harsh environments.
Mission Investigation@75 days: Mission Investigation@75 days is an initiative by the Bihar Police
aimed at speeding up the investigation process.
Investigators are required to complete investigations, including filing chargesheets, within
75 days of registering an FIR.
Project PRAYAS: Project PRAYAS (Promoting Regular & Assisted Migration for Youth and
Skilled Professionals) is an initiative launched by the International Organisation for Migration
(IOM) in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) of India.
The project aims to facilitate safe, orderly, and regular migration for Indian workers and
students.
Sahitya Akademi Award 2023: The Sahitya Akademi Award 2023 was conferred upon 24 writers
for their outstanding literary works across various Indian languages.
Hindi: Sanjeev for his novel “Mujhe Pehchaano”
English: Neelum Saran Gaur for her book “Requiem in Raga Janki”
Urdu: Sadiqa Nawab Saher for her book “Rajdev Ki Amrai”
Punjabi: Swarnjit Savi for his poetry book “Mann Di Chip”
Gujarati: Vinod Joshi for his poetry
Kashmiri: Manshoor Banihali for his poetry