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📰 தினசரி நடப்பு நிகழ்வுகள்
மே 21, 2026
TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2, 2A & 4 தேர்வுக்கான தொகுப்பு | 22 முக்கிய செய்திகள்
மே 21, 2026 TNPSC தேர்வுக்கான தினசரி நடப்பு நிகழ்வுகள் தொகுப்பு.
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Table of Contents
- 🏛️ தேசிய அரசியல் & அரசு
- 1. Union Minister Jyotiraditya M.Scindia
- 2. NIOS Launches Initiative to Reconnect Out-of-School Children with Education Under NEP 2020
- 3. Union Minister Rajnath Singh Laid Foundation for AMCA Programme Facility in AP
- 4. Naval Systems Manufacturing Unit:
- 🌍 சர்வதேச விவகாரங்கள்
- 5. USA Approves USD 428 Million Defence Packages
- 💰 பொருளாதாரம் & வங்கி
- 6. RBI Amends Directions on IFR for Various Bank Categories
- 7. RBI Imposes Regulatory Restrictions on Nagar Sahakari Bank,
- 8. Viyona Fintech Secures NPCI Certification for UPI, IMPS & IBMB Payment Infrastructure
- 9. Google and Blackstone Launch USD 5 Billion AI Cloud Venture with TPU Infrastructure
- 10. APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS
- 11. Saurabh Vijay Assumes Charge as CEO of UIDAI
- 12. RBI Appoints Gunveer Singh as Executive Director
- 13. ACQUISITIONS & MERGERS
- 14. TVS Venu to Acquire Up to 9.9% Stake in Jana Small Finance Bank
- 🏏 விளையாட்டு
- 15. Italian Open Tennis 2026: Jannik Sinner & Elina Svitolina won Men’s & Women’s Singles Title
- 📘 பொது அறிவு
- 16. HP Governor Kavinder Gupta Releases Dogri-Punjabi Dictionary Authored by Late Chandan Negi
- 17. World Telecommunication and Information Society Day 2026 – May 17
- 18. World Hypertension Day 2026 – May 17
- 19. WHL 2026 Excellence Award:
- 20. International Day Against
- 21. Current Affairs Today (AffairsCloud Today)
- 22. Current Affairs 20 May 2026
🏛️ தேசிய அரசியல் & அரசு
1. Union Minister Jyotiraditya M.Scindia
- என்ன நடந்தது: Union Minister Jyotiraditya M.ScindiaLaunchesRs175 croreMission ‘Coffee of Nagaland’In May 2026, Union MinisterJyotiradityaM.Scindia,Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER), virtually launched theRs 175 crore ‘Coffee of Nagaland’ mission,at Sanchar Bhavan, New Delhi(Delhi),to promote coffee cultivation, strengthen farmers’ livelihoods, and position Nagaland as a premium coffee-producing state in India.AboutCoffee of Nagaland Mission:Focus:The initiative focuses on plantation development, processing, branding, marketing, export promotion, capacity building, and coffee tourism through farm stays and farm-to-cup experiences.Approach:The mission adopts acluster-based approachwith two pilot coffee clusters identified in the state: Pilot Project:During the event, Union MinisterJyotiradityaM.Scindiaalso launched theRs49.48 crorepilot project ‘Cluster-Based Coffee Value Chain Development in Nagaland’to create an end-to-end coffee value chain from cultivation to marketing and enhance farmers’ returns from premium-quality coffee.
- முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: Tuophemavillage in Kohima district for Arabica coffee and; Ghotovivillage in Niuland district for Robusta coffee.
- TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.
2. NIOS Launches Initiative to Reconnect Out-of-School Children with Education Under NEP 2020
- என்ன நடந்தது: NIOS Launches Initiative to Reconnect Out-of-School Children with Education Under NEP 2020In May 2026, Sanjay Kumar, Secretary, Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSEL), under the Ministry of Education (MoE), held a high-level review meeting on out-of-school children, especially in the 14–18 age group, and discussed the implementation of a new initiative by the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS). Key Challenges of the Initiative:PLFS Data:It shows that out of every 100 children entering Class I, only 62 reach Class XII.
- முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: According to the latest Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) estimates, over two crore children aged 14–18 currently out of school.Mission Mode Strategy:Phase I: It will be implemented in 10 pilot districts identified across Odisha, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, and Delhi, where a high number of out-of-school children have been found.
- முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The mission of the initiative is “To Reach the Unreached,” NIOS aims to reconnect out-of-school children with the formal education system. A transformative step towards advancing the goals of National Education Policy 2020 and the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
- TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.
3. Union Minister Rajnath Singh Laid Foundation for AMCA Programme Facility in AP
- என்ன நடந்தது: Union Minister Rajnath Singh Laid Foundation for AMCA Programme Facility in APIn May 2026,Union Minister Rajnath Singh,Ministry of Defence (MoD), along withN. Chandrababu Naidu,Chief Minister (CM) of Andhra Pradesh (AP), laid foundation foraround Rs 15,000 croreAdvanced Medium Combat Aircraft(AMCA) programme facilityat Puttaparthi in Sri Sathya Sai district, AP.
- முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Key Details:AMCA Programme :The new AMCA, India’s indigenous 5th-generation, twin-engine stealth multirole fighter programme, is designed specifically for the Indian Air Force (IAF) and Indian Navy (IN).
- முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: He also laid the foundation stone for theRs 2,000 croreCore Integration and Flight Testing Centreat Puttaparthi to fast-track the development of the 5th generation AMCA and other future indigenous platforms.; The AMCA programme facility is being established by the Aeronautical Development Agency(ADA)under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
- TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.
4. Naval Systems Manufacturing Unit:
- என்ன நடந்தது: Naval Systems Manufacturing Unit:During the event, Union Minister Rajnath Singh also laid the foundation stone forRs 480 croreNaval Systems Manufacturing Facility, led by Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL), at T Sirasapalli village in Anakapalli district, AP. Other Key Launches:Defence Energetics Facility will be established byAgneyastra Energetics Limited,a subsidiary of Bharat Forge Limited (BFL), with an investment of Rs 1,500 crore.
- முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: Ammunition and Electric Fuse Plantwill be established by Himachal Futuristic Communications Limited (HFCL Limited), with an investment of around Rs 1,200 crore in Madakasira, AP.
- TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.
🌍 சர்வதேச விவகாரங்கள்
5. USA Approves USD 428 Million Defence Packages
- என்ன நடந்தது: USA Approves USD 428 Million Defence Packagesfor India’sAH-64EApache Helicopters and M777 HowitzersIn May 2026, theUnited States Department of State,an executive department of the United States of America (USA), approvedtwo Foreign Military Sales(FMS) sustainment packages worthUSD 428.2 millionfor India. About the Packages:Package 1:The package includes sustainment services, contractor logistics support (CLS), engineering and technical assistance, logistics support, technical publications, personnel training, and programme support elements for the Indian Air Force (IAF) and Indian Army (IA)’s Army Aviation Corps (ACC) Apache fleet.Contractors:Principal contractors for the package are Boeing Company, Arlington, Virginia, and Lockheed Martin Corporation, Bethesda, Maryland, USA.Package 2:The package includes spare parts, repair-and-return services, depot capability, field service representatives (FSR), technical assistance, training, ancillary items, and programme support elements for long-term artillery maintenance.Contractor:The principal contractor for the package is BAE Systems Inc.,(USA).
- முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The approved packages include USD 198.2 million in support services forAH-64E Apache attack helicoptersand USD 230 million for long-term sustainment support ofM777A2 ultra-light howitzers.
- TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.
💰 பொருளாதாரம் & வங்கி
6. RBI Amends Directions on IFR for Various Bank Categories
- என்ன நடந்தது: RBI Amends Directions on IFR for Various Bank CategoriesIn May 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued final amendment directions revising the regulatory framework relating toInvestment Fluctuation Reserve(IFR) applicable to various categories of banks and regulated entities.Key HighlightsInvestment Fluctuation Reserve (IFR):It is a reserve created by banks out of their profits to absorb losses from mark-to-market (MTM) valuation changes in investments, especially in government securities. IFR Discontinuation:Under the revised norms, the requirement of IFR has been discontinued with effect fromMay 18, 2026.Reason for discontinuation:The RBI removed the IFR requirement because the existing capital and risk management norms already provide adequate protection against investment risks.
- முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: It is an additional buffer that banks are required to maintain to protect themselves against depreciation in the value of their investment portfolios.
- TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.
7. RBI Imposes Regulatory Restrictions on Nagar Sahakari Bank,
- என்ன நடந்தது: RBI Imposes Regulatory Restrictions on Nagar Sahakari Bank,Caps Withdrawals at Rs 10,000In May 2026, the Reserve Bank of India(RBI)imposed several regulatory restrictions on Etawah(Uttar Pradesh, UP)-based co-operative bank,Nagar Sahakari Bank Limited,due to deteriorating financial conditions and supervisory concerns. Key Details:Withdrawal Restriction:The restrictions include a withdrawal cap ofRs 10,000per customer across all savings, current, and other deposit accounts for a period ofsix monthsdue to supervisory concerns.Key Directions:Without the written prior approval of RBI, the co-operative bank is not authorised to grant loans, accept fresh deposits, or borrow funds.Relaxation in Expenditure:Despite such restrictions, the bank is allowed to incur expenditure in respect of certain essential items like: salaries of employees, rent, electricity bills.Bank Status:RBI has also clarified that the restrictions imposed on the bank should not be construed as cancellation of the banking licence.Deposit Claims:The eligible depositors will get deposit insurance claim amount of their deposits i.e.maximum Rs 5 lakhfrom the Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC).
- முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The directions were issued under the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, and will remain effective for a specified period, subject to review by the RBI.
- TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.
8. Viyona Fintech Secures NPCI Certification for UPI, IMPS & IBMB Payment Infrastructure
- என்ன நடந்தது: Viyona Fintech Secures NPCI Certification for UPI, IMPS & IBMB Payment InfrastructureIn May 2026,Viyona Fintech India Private Limitedsecured National Payments Corporation of India(NPCI) certificationfor Unified Payments Interface(UPI) Acquirer,UPI Issuer,Immediate Payment Service(IMPS), and Interoperable Mobile Banking (IBMB) integrations, strengthening its end-to-end payment orchestration capabilities.About NPCI Certification:Objective:The certification is aimed at enhancing secure, scalable, and seamless digital payment solutions for banks, fintech firms, and merchants.Certification:The certifications aligned with NPCI standards enable end-to-end payment orchestration, including merchant acceptance, Quick Response (QR) acquiring, customer issuance infrastructure, interoperable banking, real-time fund transfers, embedded finance, digital onboarding, merchant settlements, and rural banking services.Expansion:Viyona Fintech is rolling out the ViyonaPay merchant acceptance ecosystem and developing six new offerings across merchant payments, Point of Sale (POS) systems, rural acceptance infrastructure, interoperable payment routing, and connected banking technologies to expand digital payment access in underserved and rural markets.About Viyona Fintech:Hyderabad (Telangana)-based company, founded in 2022 by Ravindranath Yarlagadda, focuses on bridging digital banking and payment access gaps in semi-urban and rural India.
- TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.
9. Google and Blackstone Launch USD 5 Billion AI Cloud Venture with TPU Infrastructure
- என்ன நடந்தது: Google and Blackstone Launch USD 5 Billion AI Cloud Venture with TPU InfrastructureIn May 2026,Google LLCandBlackstone Inc., the world’s largest alternative asset manager, announced a joint venture(JV)to establish an Artificial Intelligence(AI) cloud infrastructure companywith Blackstone committing an initialUSD 5 billionequity investment. About Google–Blackstone AI Cloud Infrastructure Venture:Features:The venture will provide AI data centre infrastructure, networking, operational services, and advanced AI model training and inference workloads, while Google supplies TPU hardware, software, and AI-related services.Expansion:The venture aims to expand access to Google’s custom-built TPU chips and compete with Nvidia-backed firms such as CoreWeave, while Blackstone continues expanding global investments in AI infrastructure and data centres through investments in OpenAI, Anthropic, and CoreWeave.AboutTPUs:Google-developed AI accelerator chips optimized for large-scale AI processing and high-performance computing, powering Gemini AI and cloud-based AI services.
- முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: Benjamin Treynor Slosswas appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the venture, which aims to provide Google Cloud’s Tensor Processing Units (TPUs) as compute-as-a-service with a target of 500 megawatts (MW) capacity online by 2027.
- TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.
10. APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS
- என்ன நடந்தது: APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS VadasseriDamodara Menon Satheesan Takes Oath as CM of KeralaIn May 2026,VadasseriDamodara Menon Satheesan(V. D.
- முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Satheesan), represents the Paravur Assembly constituency in Kerala, was sworn in as the13thChief Minister(CM) of Keralaat Central Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), along with a 20-member cabinet, following the victory of the United Democratic Front (UDF) in the Kerala Assembly Elections 2026. AboutVadasseriDamodara Menon Satheesan:Profile:He is an Indian politician and lawyer who began his political career through the Kerala Students Union (KSU).Career:He served as chairman of the Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) Union during 1986–87, later became secretary of the National Students’ Union, and subsequently rose through the Youth Congress.Political Entry:He entered legislative politics in 1996 from the Paravur constituency while practising as a lawyer and won the seat in 2001 before retaining it consecutively in 2006, 2011, 2016, 2021, and 2026.
- முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The oath of office and secrecy was administered byRajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, Governor of Kerala.; He succeededPinarayi Vijayan, who served as CM from May 2016 to May 2026.
- TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.
11. Saurabh Vijay Assumes Charge as CEO of UIDAI
- என்ன நடந்தது: Saurabh Vijay Assumes Charge as CEO of UIDAIIn May 2026,Saurabh Vijayofficially assumed charge as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Unique Identification Authority of India(UIDAI), the nodal agency responsible for Aadhaar operations under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
- முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: He succeededVivek Chandra Verma,Deputy Director General ofUIDAI, who was holding additional charge as CEO since April 2026, following the elevation of former CEO Bhuvnesh Kumar as Secretary of the Department of Tourism(DoT) under the Ministry of Tourism(MoT).
- TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.
12. RBI Appoints Gunveer Singh as Executive Director
- என்ன நடந்தது: RBI Appoints Gunveer Singh as Executive DirectorOn May 18, 2026, Reserve Bank of India(RBI)appointedGunveer Singhas Executive Director (ED) with immediate effect and assigned him charge of the Department of Payment and Settlement Systems (DPSS). About Gunveer Singh:Profile:He is a qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) and Cost and Works Accountant (CWA), with over three decades of experience at RBI in key areas such as payment and settlement systems, banking and non-banking supervision, risk monitoring, and government banking.Previous Role:He was serving as Chief General Manager (CGM), DPSS, where he oversaw the regulation and development of India’s payments infrastructure.
- முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Current Role:In his new role, he will oversee policy and operations of the department as India’s digital payments ecosystem continues to grow rapidly.
- முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: DPSS is responsible for regulating and supervising payment systems in India.; He also served as a payment systems expert at the Central Bank of Oman.
- TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.
13. ACQUISITIONS & MERGERS
- என்ன நடந்தது: ACQUISITIONS & MERGERS.
- TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.
14. TVS Venu to Acquire Up to 9.9% Stake in Jana Small Finance Bank
- என்ன நடந்தது: TVS Venu to Acquire Up to 9.9% Stake in Jana Small Finance BankIn May 2026,TVS Venu Groupannounced its plan to acquireup to 9.9% stakein Jana Small Finance Bank(Jana SFB)through a combination of warrants and secondary share purchase on a fully diluted basis. Key Details of Transactions:Acquisition Process:As part of the transaction arrangement,5.64%of stake worth Rs 317.5 crore (around USD 33 million) will be acquired through a primary issue of shares toGWC Family Fund Investments.
- முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Approval:The company has received the Investment Committee approval for the execution of a share purchase agreement with Jana Holdings Limited for the acquisition.Significance:The proposed investment is aimed at strengthening the bank’s capital base and supporting its long-term growth and expansion plans.
- முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The acquisition is expected to be completedwithin 3 months,subject to customary closing conditions.; TVS Motor Company will directly buy 51,60,903 equity shares, accounting for4.9%of the paid-up share capital of Jana SFB for a total valuation ofRs 193.31 crore.
- TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.
🏏 விளையாட்டு
15. Italian Open Tennis 2026: Jannik Sinner & Elina Svitolina won Men’s & Women’s Singles Title
- என்ன நடந்தது: Italian Open Tennis 2026: Jannik Sinner & Elina Svitolina won Men’s & Women’s Singles TitleThe83rdedition of theItalian Open 2026, officially known as theInternazionaliBNL d’Italia 2026,was an annual professional tennis tournament held from5–17 May 2026at Foro Italico inRome, Italy. About Italian Open Tennis 2026:Classification:The Italian Open 2026 was held as an Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) 1000 event on the 2026 ATP Tour and a Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) 1000 event on the 2026 WTA Tour, featuring clay-court ATP Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 competitions.Men’s Doubles:Italian pair Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori defeated Marcel Granollers (Spain) and Horacio Zeballos (Argentina) 7-6(8), 6-7(3), 10-3 to become the first Italian duo since 1960 to win the Rome men’s doubles title.Women’s Doubles:Russia’s Diana Shnaider and Mirra Andreeva won the women’s doubles title against Cristina Bucșa (Spain) and Nicole Melichar-Martinez (USA).
- முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: In Men’s singles, Italy’sJannik Sinnerdefeated Norway’s Casper Ruud with a scoreline of 6–4, 6–4 to win the Italian Open 2026 title.; In Women’s singles, Ukraine’sElina Svitolinaovercame the United States America (USA)’s Coco Gauff 6–4, 6–7(3), 6–2 to clinch the title.
- TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.
📘 பொது அறிவு
16. HP Governor Kavinder Gupta Releases Dogri-Punjabi Dictionary Authored by Late Chandan Negi
- என்ன நடந்தது: HP Governor Kavinder Gupta Releases Dogri-Punjabi Dictionary Authored by Late Chandan NegiIn May 2026,Kavinder Gupta,Governor of Himachal Pradesh (HP), officially released theDogri-Punjabi Dictionaryauthored by the lateChandan Negi. AboutDogri-Punjabi Dictionary:Objective:The dictionary aims to promote linguistic harmony and preserve the literary heritage of Dogri and Punjabi languages.Focus Area:It focuses on strengthening cultural and literary integration between Dogri- and Punjabi-speaking communities through language exchange and regional literature promotion.
- முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The book release ceremony was jointly organized by the Punjabi Lekhak Sabha and the Jammu & Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL) at K.L. Saigal Hall in Jammu, J&K.
- TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.
17. World Telecommunication and Information Society Day 2026 – May 17
- என்ன நடந்தது: World Telecommunication and Information Society Day 2026 – May 17The United Nations (UN’s)World Telecommunication and Information Society Day(WTISD) is observed annually on17 Mayto highlight the role of the Internet and Information & Communication Technologies (ICTs) in improving lives and bridging the digital divide. Background:Origin:In1969,17 May was designated as World Telecommunication Day to mark the founding of the ITU on 17 May 1865, when the First International Telegraph Convention was signed in Paris, France.Declaration of WISD:In November 2005, the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) urged the United Nations General Assembly(UNGA) to declare 17 May as World Information Society Day (WISD), which was officially adopted inMarch 2006.Formation of WTISD:In November 2006, the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference held in Antalya(Turkey) decided to merge both observances into World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD), celebrated annually on 17 May.
- முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The day commemorates the founding of the International Telecommunication Union(ITU) in 1865.; 2026 Theme:“Digital Lifelines: Strengthening Resilience in a Connected World”
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18. World Hypertension Day 2026 – May 17
- என்ன நடந்தது: World Hypertension Day 2026 – May 17The World Health Organization(WHO)observesWorld Hypertension Day(WHD) every year on17 Mayto raise awareness about hypertension (high Blood Pressure(bp)), and promote early detection, monitoring, and treatment to prevent related health complications. Background:Establishment:In 2005, WHD was initiated by the World Hypertension League (WHL), a Non-Profit Organisation (NPO) representing 85 national hypertension societies and leagues, focused on the global prevention and control of hypertension.First Observance:The first WHD was celebrated on14th May 2005.
- முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: 2026 Theme:“Controlling Hypertension Together: check your blood pressure regularly, defeat the silent killer”; Since 2006, 17 May has been observed annually as WHD.
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19. WHL 2026 Excellence Award:
- என்ன நடந்தது: WHL 2026 Excellence Award:On WHD 2026, the World Hypertension League honoured individuals and organisations with theWHL 2026 Excellence Awardsfor their outstanding contributions to global hypertension prevention, research, and control.
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20. International Day Against
- என்ன நடந்தது: International Day AgainstHomophobia,Transphobiaand Biphobia 2026 – May 17The International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia(IDAHOBIT)is annually observed across the globe onMay 17to raise awareness about discrimination, violence and human rights violations faced by Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex(LGBTQI+) communitiesworldwide based on their sexual orientation, gender identity, or sex characteristics. Background:Origin:The concept of the IDAHOBIT was initiated in 2004 by Louis-Georges Tin, a French academic and activist, to draw attention to the violence and discrimination experienced by LGBTQIA+ individuals.Commemoration:The day marks the 17 May 1990 decision of the World Health Organization (WHO) to remove homosexuality from the International Classification of Diseases (ICD).1st Observance:The first observance was held on 17 May 2005 as the International Day Against Homophobia (IDAHO), later evolving into IDAHOT in 2009 with the inclusion of Transphobia and IDAHOBIT in 2015 after adding Biphobia.
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- முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: 2026 Theme:“At the Heart of Democracy”
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21. Current Affairs Today (AffairsCloud Today)
- என்ன நடந்தது: Current Affairs Today (AffairsCloud Today).
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22. Current Affairs 20 May 2026
- என்ன நடந்தது: Current Affairs 20 May 2026Union Minister Jyotiraditya M.Scindia Launches Rs 175 crore Mission ‘Coffee of Nagaland’NIOS Launches Initiative to Reconnect Out-of-School Children with Education Under NEP 2020Union Minister Rajnath Singh Laid Foundation for AMCA Programme Facility in APUSA Approves USD 428 Million Defence Packages for India’s AH-64E Apache Helicopters and M777 HowitzersRBI Amends Directions on IFR for Various Bank CategoriesRBI Imposes Regulatory Restrictions on Nagar Sahakari Bank, Caps Withdrawals at Rs 10,000Viyona Fintech Secures NPCI Certification for UPI, IMPS & IBMB Payment InfrastructureGoogle and Blackstone Launch USD 5 Billion AI Cloud Venture with TPU InfrastructureVadasseri Damodara Menon Satheesan Takes Oath as CM of KeralaSaurabh Vijay Assumes Charge as CEO of UIDAIRBI Appoints Gunveer Singh as Executive DirectorTVS Venu to Acquire Up to 9.9% Stake in Jana Small Finance BankItalian Open Tennis 2026: Jannik Sinner & Elina Svitolina won Men’s & Women’s Singles TitleHP Governor Kavinder Gupta Releases Dogri-Punjabi Dictionary Authored by Late Chandan NegiWorld Telecommunication and Information Society Day 2026 – May 17World Hypertension Day 2026 – May 17International Day Against Homophobia,Transphobia and Biphobia 2026 – May 17 Aspirant:Does Affairscloud covers all the Current affairs topics related to examinations?Affairscloud:We Guaranteed All the Important topics related to examination are covered in Our Daily CA content and Daily CA Quizzes.Aspirant:Why is there a delayal in news?Affairscloud:As some of the major news sites doesn’t provide the required data on the exact day, we take extra time for important data to be presented to the aspirants on the examination basis to ensure nothing is missed.Example:In ‘Important Days’ topics the International Organisations publish their reports and Rankings in the evenings, to make sure every data is covered, we delay the topics to the next day.Candidates appearing for Competitive Exams. Kindly Share the General Awareness questions,which asked in their respective exams to“[email protected]”Dear Aspirants,We would like to inform you that, startingJanuary 2025,all Current Affairs Hindi Contentwill be accessible only through theCareersCloud app and CareersCloud.in website.
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