Arvindar Singh Sahney Appointed as New Chairman of Indian Oil
Arvindar Singh Sahney has taken on the role of chairman at Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), India’s largest oil firm, according to an announcement from the petroleum ministry on November 13. Previously, Sahney served as the petrochemical vertical head at IOC. With over 30 years of expertise in the refinery and petrochemical sectors, he has been instrumental in the commissioning and optimization of key refinery units, including the 15 MMTPA Paradip refinery. Sahney succeeds V. Satish Kumar, who was acting as Chairman following the conclusion of S.M. Vaidya’s tenure.
Aravindh Chithambaram Secures Victory at Chennai Grandmasters 2024
GM Aravindh Chithambaram delivered a stunning performance in the final rounds to claim the title at the Chennai Grand Masters 2024. In an intense competition, he won the last two classical games and subsequently triumphed in a blitz playoff against Armenian-American Grandmaster Levon Aronian. This win, which is his debut victory in a super GM tournament, stands as the most significant achievement of his career. Aravindh’s path to victory included a critical win against top seed Arjun Erigaisi in the sixth round, followed by a decisive game against Iranian Grandmaster Parham Maghsoodloo. His adept use of the Queen’s Gambit Declined in the English opening allowed him to dominate the middle game and secure his wins.
SATRC-25 Inaugurated by Minister Scindia
India’s Minister for Communications, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, inaugurated the 25th Meeting of the South Asian Telecommunication Regulators’ Council (SATRC-25) in New Delhi. In his keynote address, Scindia emphasized India’s role in promoting digital transformation and economic growth in the region. The meeting, organized by the Asia-Pacific Telecommunity and hosted by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), focuses on accelerating telecommunication and ICT development for growth and inclusiveness.
PM Modi’s Three-Nation Tour: G20 Summit in Brazil, Nigeria, and Guyana
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a significant three-nation tour from November 16-21. His itinerary includes attending the G20 Summit in Brazil, visiting Nigeria, and concluding with a visit to Guyana.
- Nigeria (November 16-17): This marks the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Nigeria in 17 years. Modi will engage in high-level talks to review and enhance the strategic partnership between India and Nigeria, which includes economic, energy, and defense collaborations. He will also address the Indian community in Nigeria.
- Brazil (November 18-19): Modi will participate in the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro. As part of the G20 Troika, along with Brazil and South Africa, India will contribute to discussions on global issues, building on the outcomes from the G20 New Delhi Leaders’ Declaration and Voice of the Global South Summits.
- Guyana (November 19-21): This will be the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Guyana since 1968. Modi will hold discussions with President Mohamed Irfaan Ali, meet senior leaders, address the Parliament of Guyana, and engage with the Indian diaspora. He will also participate in the second CARICOM-India Summit in Georgetown, focusing on enhancing ties with the Caribbean Community.
Prime Minister Modi Congratulates Pankaj Advani on World Billiards Championship Win
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated veteran billiards player Pankaj Advani for winning the 2024 World Billiards Championship. Advani secured his 28th world title, defeating England’s Robert Hall in the final match held in Doha, Qatar. This victory marks Advani’s seventh consecutive world title win, showcasing his dedication, passion, and commitment to the sport. PM Modi praised Advani’s phenomenal accomplishment and noted that his success will continue to inspire upcoming athletes.
ICC Player of the Month for October 2024 Announced
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the winners of the Player of the Month awards for October 2024. New Zealand’s Amelia Kerr won the Women’s award, while Pakistan’s Noman Ali clinched the Men’s award. Amelia Kerr was recognized for her outstanding performance in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, where she scored 160 runs and took 19 wickets, including a record-breaking 15 wickets in the tournament. Noman Ali was honored for his exceptional bowling in the Test series against England, taking 20 wickets across two matches and helping Pakistan secure a historic 2-1 series win.
Book on Motherhood, ‘Maa-Mother’, Launched by Arjun Ram Meghwal
Union Law and Justice Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal launched the book titled ‘Maa-Mother’ in New Delhi. The event was attended by prominent dignitaries, including Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan. The book delves into various aspects of motherhood, celebrating the pivotal role mothers play in society.