International Day of Rural Women – 15 October
On 15th October 2018, International Day of Rural Women was celebrated all over the world. i. When: In 2007, the United Nations General Assembly, declared October 15 as International Day of Rural Women. It was first observed in 2008. ii. Why: This day recognizes the...
Suchitra Durai appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Kingdom of Thailand
On 11th October 2018, Suchitra Durai was appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Kingdom of Thailand. i. Suchitra Durai is an Indian Foreign Service Officer (IFS) of 1988 batch. She is at present, the High Commissioner of India to Kenya. ii. She has been...
Maryse Conde wins New Academy Prize in Literature
Novelist Maryse Conde has been announced as the winner of the New Academy prize in literature. i. This award was created after the Swedish Academy postponed this year’s Nobel prize for literature following a rape scandal. ii. Maryse Condé will receive £87,000 cash...