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International
New President Of Zambia: Latest In Current Affairs
Senior opposition leader Hakande Hichilema has won the presidential election in Zambia, a country in southern Africa. Esau Chulu, the Chairman of Zambia‘s Central Election Commission, has announced Hakainde Hichilema’s win. Hakande Hichilema, a businessman, was contesting for the presidency for the sixth time. He received 28 lakh votes, compared to 18 lakh for incumbent President Edgar Lungu. Edgar Lungu has been the president of Zambia for six years and has been accused of human rights violations and corruption. Hichilema’s political party is known as the United Party for National Development.
National
Handloom Design Resource Center: Gk Current Affairs 2021
Many new programs have been launched by the Ministry of Textiles to boost the handloom industry. Kolkata, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kannur, Indore, Nagpur, Meerut, Bhagalpur, and Panipat will all have these centers. The National Institute of Fashion Technology(NIFT) is establishing these centers. Weavers, exporters, manufacturers, and designers may all benefit from these facilities, according to the Ministry of Textiles. At the WSCs of Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, and Bhubaneswar, DRCs (Design Resource Centers) have been constructed and inaugurated. NIFT is gradually establishing DRCs in all WSCs (Weavers Service Centers).
Schemes
PM Gati Shakti Master Plan: Free Current Affairs
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the ‘PM Gati Shakti Master Plan’ on the country’s 75th Independence Day. This master plan will serve as a road map for the country’s overall growth. This master plan project will cost the Indian government Rs 100 lakh crore. This will help to boost the country’s economy. India’s indigenous products must be given a prominent role on the world stage in the master plan. The Gati Shakti Master Plan will improve railways, roads, waterways, and airports. The administration is implementing a number of programs aimed at making the country self-sufficient in all areas.
Sports
World Youth Championships 2021: Important Current Affairs
Indian archers dominated the young world tournament, capturing five gold medals and three bronze medals. Both the Under-18 mixed and team competitions were won by the Indian team. India had to settle for a bronze medal in the recurve cadet women’s event. In two events, Indian players set world records. Dheeraj, Aditya Chaudhary, and Parth Salunkela led an Indian squad to victory over Spain. Bishal Changmay defeated Zhangbei in the men’s bronze medal match. In the compound category, India won gold in the men’s, women’s, and mixed team events. Komalika Bari, the winner of the women’s under-18 recurve tournament last year, also won the under-21 event.
