Famous women personalities 2023-24
First youngest woman of India to address the ‘United Nations (UN)’ three times-
Deepika Deshwal
(Facts: UN- United, Established-24 Oct 1945, Headquarters- New York (USA), Member countries-193, President- Antonio Guterres)
Alia Mir honored with ‘Wildlife Conservation Award 2023’?
Ans: Alia Mir
(Facts: Alia is an eminent sociologist, she was awarded at the World Forestry Day celebrations organized by the Jammu and Kashmir Collective Forests. She was awarded for her achievements in all aspects of wildlife conservation including bear rescue in Kashmir, rescue and release of wild animals, injured animal care, and wildlife.)
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First woman science chief of NASA- Nicola Fox
Nicola Fox is a leading space scientist at NASA, known for her leadership of the Heliophysics Division and significant contributions to solar research, including her work on the Parker Solar Probe. In September 2023, she was appointed as the Associate Administrator for NASA’s Science Mission Directorate, where she oversees the agency’s diverse science missions. With a Ph.D. in space physics, her research has been pivotal in advancing our understanding of the Sun and space weather.
(Facts: NASA- National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Established-29 July 1958, Headquarter- Washington DC, Chairman- Bill Nelson)
Sivasankari honored with ‘Saraswati Samman 2022’
Renowned Tamil writer Sivasankari was honored with the prestigious ‘Saraswati Samman 2022.’ This award is one of the highest literary honors in India, presented annually by the K.K. Birla Foundation. Sivasankari received the award for her exceptional contribution to Indian literature, particularly for her novel “Survya Vamsam,” which highlights social issues and human values through powerful storytelling.
(Facts: Tamil writer Sivasankari has been selected for the Saraswati Samman for the year 2022 for her book ‘sooryavansham’)
First woman to become an umpire in ‘ICC men’s T20I Cricket’- Kim Cotton (New Zealand)
Kim Cotton from New Zealand made history as the first woman to umpire on-field in a men’s ICC T20 International (T20I) cricket match. This significant achievement took place on April 4, 2023, during a game between New Zealand and Sri Lanka. Cotton, an experienced umpire with a background in officiating Women’s World Cup matches and other international events, has set a new precedent for gender equality in sports. Her role in this match underscores the increasing recognition and inclusion of women in officiating roles within traditionally male-dominated sports.
Neelam Saran Gaur- honored with ‘Sahitya Akademi Award 2023’ for English language
Neelam Saran Gaur received the Sahitya Akademi Award in 2023 for her English novel “Requiem in Raga Janki.” This award, one of India’s most prestigious literary honors, was given to her during the 70th anniversary of the National Academy of Letters. It includes a cash prize of ₹1 lakh, along with a plaque and a shawl. Gaur’s award is part of a larger celebration of outstanding literary achievements across 24 Indian languages, recognizing her important contribution to English literature in India.
Sahitya Akademi: Established on March 12, 1954
Sukrita Paul Kumar- won 6th Rabindranath Tagore Literacy Award for the book ‘Salt and Pepper’
The Rabindranath Tagore Literary Prize -founded by Peter Bundalo (US-based publisher) in 2018.
Rabindranath Tagore Literary Prize is for extraordinary literary work from around the world. Its purpose is to promote values such as world peace, education, art, literature, and human rights.
Sukrita Paul Kumar received award in form of a cash prize of 5,000 USD, a Tagore statue, and a certificate recognizing her extraordinary contribution to literature.
Rabindranath Tagore Literary Prize for Social Achievement- Abhijit Banerjee for extraordinary contribution social welfare.
Sue Redfern (UK)- The ‘first woman neutral umpire’ appointed by the International Cricket Council for a bilateral series
Sue Redfern made history as the first woman to be appointed as a neutral umpire by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for a bilateral series. This milestone marks a significant advancement in the representation and inclusion of women in cricket officiating roles.
Rhythm Sangwan ( Haryana )- won Bronze Medal in the women’s 25 meter pistol event
Rhythm Sangwan from Haryana earned a bronze medal in the women’s 25-meter pistol event at the Asian Shooting Championship 2024 in Jakarta, Indonesia. Her impressive performance underscores her skill and represents a significant achievement in Indian shooting sports.
Shaliza Dhami- First Indian woman officer to command a fighter unit in the ‘Indian Air Force’
Shaliza Dhami has made history as the first Indian woman officer to command a fighter unit in the Indian Air Force (IAF). Her appointment to this prestigious role marks a significant milestone in the integration of women into high-command positions within the IAF.
Shaliza Dhami commands the missile squadron in the western region
Meghna Ahlawat- The first woman president of ‘Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI)’
Meghna Ahlawat was elected president of the Table Tennis Federation of India. Meghna Ahlawat has been elected its first female President.
TTFI- Table Tennis Federation of India, Established-1926, Headquarter- New Delhi
Lance Naik Manju-‘First woman skydiver’ of the Indian Army
Lance Naik Manju of Eastern Command from the Corps of Military Police became the first woman Soldier Sky Diver of the Indian Army. She made a jump from a height of 10,000 feet using the Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv. The Eastern Command described it as an “inspiring act” that will serve as a role model for other women in the Indian Army.
Disha Naik- The First airport woman firefighter in the country to operate Crash Fire Tender (CFT)
Country’s First airport female firefighter- Disha Naik of Goa, Country’s first Muslim female fighter pilot- Sania Mirza from Uttar Pradesh
Captain Surbhi Jakhmola- The first Indian woman officer to be posted overseas project of ‘Board Roads Organization (BRO)’
Captain Surbhi Jakhmola from the Indian Army’s 117 Engineer Regiment became the first female officer assigned to a foreign posting with the Border Roads Organisation (BRO). She will be deployed to Bhutan for Project Dantak. The BRO is a major road construction agency in India that aids the Indian armed forces.
The Border Roads Organization (BRO) was founded on May 7, 1960. To enhance border connectivity, the BRO was fully transferred to the Ministry of Defence in 2015. It is tasked with maintaining the road network in India’s border regions.
Lieutenant General Raghu Srinivasan took over as the 28th Director General of the Border Roads Organisation (DGBR) on September 30, 2023, succeeding Lieutenant General Rajiv Chaudhary, who retired. Before this role, Lieutenant General Srinivasan served as the Commandant of the College of Military Engineering in Pune.
Priyan sain- Won the title of ‘Miss Earth India 2023’
Priyan sain has won the title of Miss Earth India 2023 at the Miss Divine Beauty 2023 National Finals held in New Delhi. She hails from Jaipur, Rajasthan.
Ashleigh Gardner (Australia)- First cricketer to win the ‘ICC Player of the Month’ award consecutively
Nivruti rai- New Managing Director (MD) and CEO of ‘Invest India’
Ans: Nivruti rai
Invest India- Established: 2009, Headquarter- New Delhi
Dr. Lazarus Angbazo, MD & CEO of Infracorp Nigeria, and Ms. Nivruti Rai, MD & CEO of Invest India, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at ‘Enhancing Bilateral Investment Relations.’ This agreement focuses on identifying collaborative opportunities and building capacity to advance infrastructure investments in Nigeria.
The MoU outlines a practical framework for promoting bilateral investment, facilitating the exchange of information about investors and investment initiatives between Nigeria and India. This partnership is expected to strengthen the pursuit of mutual economic goals and improve the effectiveness of investment strategies.
Kiran Nadar- France’s highest civilian award ‘Chevalier de la Legion d’Honneur 2023’
Art collector Kiran Nadar has been awarded ‘Chevalier de la Legion d’ Honneur (Knight of the Legion of Honor)’ by French Ambassador to India Emmanuel Lenain.
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