IAF Carries Out Exercise Ranvijay

• Exercise Ranvijay, a comprehensive set of integrated wargames conducted by the Indian Air Force held from June 16 to June 23 in the UB Hills and Central Air Command Area of Responsibility, aimed to enhance the proficiency of fighter pilots.
• The primary focus of the exercise was to carry out a wide range of operations while emphasizing the importance of integrated efforts and maximizing the Air Force's electronic warfare capabilities.
• The exercise, centered around day and night operations featuring combat aircraft such as Su-30s, sought to bolster the expertise of fighter pilots.
• It served as a platform for pilots to refine their operational skills and enhance their mastery of executing intricate maneuvers.

Indian-Origin Satellite Industry Expert Appointed as the Director of UNOOSA

• Aarti Holla-Maini, a notable professional in the satellite industry of Indian descent the, was appointed as the Director of the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) in Vienna by United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.
• Aarti Holla-Maini's appointment marks the succession of Simonetta Di Pippo from Italy.
• UNOOSA's key focus is to foster worldwide cooperation in the peaceful exploration and utilization of outer space, while also ensuring the efficient utilization of space science and technology to drive sustainable economic and social advancement.

IETO Announced Nutan Roongta as the Director of the USA East Coast Chapter

• Nutan Roongta has been appointed as the Director of the USA East Coast Chapter by the Indian Economic Trade Organization (IETO).
• This appointment underscores IETO's dedication to enhancing its reach and facilitating bilateral trade and economic collaboration between India and the United States.

Indian Economic Trade Organization (IETO)

• Recognized for its endeavors in fostering economic growth, facilitating business partnerships, and promoting investment opportunities, the Indian Economic Trade Organization (IETO) is an esteemed organization dedicated to enhancing collaboration between India and its international counterparts.
• The establishment of the USA East Coast Chapter is a strategic step, highlighting IETO's resolute commitment to bolstering bilateral trade and economic cooperation with the United States, a key trading partner for India.
• IETO's primary objective is to facilitate expanded market access for Indian businesses within the United States, while simultaneously attracting American companies to explore investment prospects in India.

Priya A.S. Honored with Sahitya Akademi Bal Sahitya Puraskar 2023

• Priya A S has received the esteemed Sahitya Akademi Bal Sahitya Puraskar 2023 in the Malayalam language for her book titled "Perumazhayathe Kunjithalukal" (The Children Who Never Withered).
• This accolade further enhances her previous accomplishment of winning the Kerala Sahitya Akademi Award for Children's Literature in 2020 for the same novel.

Operation Conviction

• A comprehensive program called 'Operation Conviction' has been recently launched by the Uttar Pradesh Police with the objective of tackling criminals and organized crime within the state.
• This strategic initiative is focused on expediting the process of conviction, especially in cases involving serious crimes such as rape, murder, cow slaughter, religious conversion, and those registered under the POCSO Act.

Sagar Samajik Sahayog

• Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways and Ayush, officially introduced the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways' new Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) guidelines called 'Sagar Samajik Sahayog.'
• These guidelines are designed to enable ports to effectively and cooperatively address local community issues.