Weekly Current Affairs / Weekly Current Affairs (29 November – 04 December 2021)
Category : International Published on: December 05 2021
1. Petr Fiala appointed as the new Prime Minister of the Czech Republic.
2. China launches communication satellite Zhongxing-1D from Xichang Satellite Launch Center.
3. Susan Arnold replaces Bob Iger as the first female president of The Walt Disney Company.
4. Magdalena Andersen became Sweden's first female prime minister, reappointed after resignation.
5. Naomi Kawase named as UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for her dedication to culture and creativity.
6. Barbados became the 55th republic country after 400 years separating from the United Kingdom.
The Supreme Court condemned the Uttar Pradesh government and Prayagraj Development Authority for "inhuman and illegal" demolitions in Prayagraj, ordering ₹10 lakh compensation to affected homeowners.
Read More....In Myanmar, a 7.7-magnitude earthquake has left over 2,700 dead, with survivors facing dire shortages of food, water, and shelter amid ongoing civil strife.
Read More....India's imposition of a 100% tariff on U.S. agricultural products has prompted the White House to call for reciprocal measures before the April 2 deadline.
Read More....China's Foreign Minister expressed optimism about U.S. and Russian efforts to normalize relations, viewing them as encouraging developments.
Read More....A massive fire, presumably due to a burst gas pipe, erupted near Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, injuring over 100 people and damaging at least 49 houses.
Read More....India's World Boxing Cup campaign began on a disappointing note as Lakshya Chahar lost in the opening bout.
Read More....Lawyers plan to boycott Justice Sharma's swearing-in ceremony and may abstain from his court sessions, urging the Chief Justice not to assign him judicial work.
Read More....Seasoned women's hockey forward Vandana Katariya announced her retirement from international play, ending a distinguished career.
Read More....The WHO classified Myanmar's earthquake as a top-level emergency, seeking $8 million for urgent medical aid and disease prevention.
Read More....Former President Donald Trump warned Iran of severe consequences, including potential bombing, if it rejects the U.S.-proposed nuclear deal.
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