Current Affairs-16th December 2021

 Todays Current Affairs-16th December 2021


1.Assam Governor releases a book "Principles and Practice of Oncology"

Assam Governor Shri Jagadish Mukhi released a book " Principles and Practice of Oncology on 14th December 2021.This book will be helpful for the students and practicing clinicians across the country.

2.Vijay Diwas: 16th December

Vijay Diwas is observed every year on 16th December. This day is celebrated on the Indian Operations Vijay's historic military victory against Pakistan in the year of 1971.

3. Paytm Launches EdTech Platform"Paytm Wealth Academy"

Paytm has announced the launch of Paytm Wealth Academy, A tech powered educational Platform.This platform will allow user to learn trading and financial concept at their own place.

About Paytm:

  • Paytm Founded: Aug 2010.
  • Headquarter : Noida,UP, India
  • Paytm CEO : Vijay Shekhar Sharma.

4.Kolkata Durga Puja Get Recognition of UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage

UNESCO has added Kolkata Durga Puja to its 2021 list of Intangible Cultural Heritage to give international recognition to the biggest religious festivals.

About UNESCO:

  • Founded : 16th Dec 1945 London,United Kingdom.
  • Headquarter : Paris,France.
  • Head: Director General- Audrey Azoulay.

5.  Catherine Russel has appointed as the new Head of UNICEF

UN General Secretary  Antonio Guterres has appointed  Catherine Russell as the head of United Nation Children agency UNICEF.

About UNICEF:

  • Founded: 11 December 1946.
  • Headquarter: New York, USA

Categories:
Similar Study Materials

0 Comments: