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New York City Tops the List of World's Wealthiest Cities 2023

New York City has once again secured its position as the world's richest city in 2023, according to a report by Henley & Partners, a global wealth tracker. With a staggering 340,000 millionaires, the city boasts the highest number of millionaires worldwide. Tokyo and the San Francisco Bay Area follow closely behind, with respective millionaire populations of 290,300 and 285,000. The report covers 97 cities across nine regions globally and encompasses most of the world's major wealth hubs.
The United States dominates the list with four cities, namely New York, the Bay Area, Los Angeles, and Chicago, making it into the rankings. China also has two cities on the list, namely Beijing and Shanghai. London, which was once the top city for millionaires in 2000, has dropped to fourth place this year, with 258,000 high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs). Singapore, the city-state, secures the fifth position with 240,100 HNWIs. It's worth noting that five Indian cities, including Delhi and Bengaluru, have also made it onto the list of the world's wealthiest cities in 2023.

Harmanpreet Kaur Becomes First Indian Woman to be Named Wisden Cricketer of the Year

Harmanpreet Kaur, the captain of the Indian cricket team, has made history by becoming the first Indian woman to be named among the Wisden Cricketers of the Year. This prestigious tradition, dating back to 1889, recognizes exceptional cricketing performances. Harmanpreet's inclusion in the list is attributed to her remarkable century at Canterbury, which led India to their first ODI series win in England since 1999. Her outstanding innings of 143 off 111 balls played a vital role in India's whitewashing of the hosts.
Additionally, Harmanpreet led India to a silver medal in cricket's return to the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, where the team narrowly lost to Australia in the final. Her fighting half-century in the final match demonstrated her resilience and leadership on the field.
In another recognition for Indian cricket, Suryakumar Yadav has been named the Wisden Leading T20 Cricketer of the Year. Making his T20 International debut in 2021, Yadav quickly established himself as an explosive batter. He topped the ICC T20 men's rankings with an impressive 906 rating points. Yadav's cricket journey has been a testament to his perseverance, as he made his national team debut after ten years of playing domestic cricket.

Lucknow's Famous Nawab Jafar Mir Abdullah Passes Away

Nawab Jafar Mir Abdullah, a well-known personality and a prominent figure in Lucknow, has passed away at the age of 73. He breathed his last at Vivekananda Hospital in the city after a prolonged illness, during which he underwent dialysis. Nawab Mir Jafar is survived by his brother Nawab Masood Abdullah and three daughters: Shirin, Nishat, and Manrukh.
Apart from his association with the film industry, where he acted in several movies such as "Umrao Jaan," "Gadar," "Gulabo Sitabo," "Ishaqzade," and "Madam Chief Minister," Nawab Abdullah also had a successful career as a medical representative. Later, he took over his father's business of selling antiquities. In recognition of his contributions, he was honored with the Yash Bharti Award in 2016.

Randhir Thakur Appointed as CEO and MD of TEPL

Randhir Thakur, the former President of Intel Foundry Services, has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Tata Electronics Pvt Ltd (TEPL). With over 40 years of experience in global manufacturing and research and development, Thakur has been a prominent figure in the semiconductor industry. He has held leadership and technical positions at renowned companies such as Applied Materials Inc., SanDisk Corp, STEAG Electronic Systems, and Micron Technology Inc.
Tata Electronics Pvt Ltd, founded in 2020 as a greenfield venture of the Tata group, specializes in manufacturing precision components and aims to expand into the semiconductor fabrication and packaging segments.

World Liver Day

World Liver Day is observed annually on April 19th with the purpose of raising awareness about liver diseases among the general public. The day is marked by various activities organized in collaboration with international and local governing groups. The focus of World Liver Day is to educate people about the severity, early detection, and prevention of liver diseases.
As the second largest and one of the most vital organs in the human body, the liver plays a crucial role in metabolism, digestion, immunity, toxin filtration, and storage of essential substances. While the liver has the unique ability to regenerate itself, any abnormalities in its function can lead to serious health complications.
The theme for World Liver Day 2023 is "Be Vigilant, Do Regular Liver Check-Up, Fatty Liver Can Affect Anyone." The theme emphasizes the importance of regular liver check-ups, as fatty liver disease can impact individuals regardless of risk factors such as obesity, insulin resistance, or excessive alcohol consumption. Studies have shown that a significant percentage of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease cases occur in patients with a low body mass index.

India Steel 2023 Inauguration

India Steel 2023, a conference and International Exhibition on the steel industry, will be inaugurated by Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, the Union Minister of Civil Aviation and Steel, Government of India. The event, organized by the Union Ministry of Steel in collaboration with the Department of Commerce and FICCI (Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry), will take place from April 19th to 21st, 2023, at the Mumbai Exhibition Centre in Goregaon, Mumbai.
India Steel 2023 aims to bring together industry leaders, policymakers, and experts to discuss the latest developments, challenges, and opportunities in the steel industry. The inaugural session will witness the participation of esteemed individuals, including Shri Faggan Singh Kulaste, Minister of State for Steel & Rural Development, Government of India, and Shri Nagendra Nath Sinha, Secretary, Ministry of Steel, among others. The event will also feature an exhibition showcasing cutting-edge products and innovations in the steel sector.

Utsa Patnaik Receives Malcolm Adiseshiah Award 2023

Utsa Patnaik, a renowned economist of national and international repute, has been selected as the recipient of the Malcolm Adiseshiah Award 2023. This prestigious national award, presented by the Malcolm & Elizabeth Adiseshiah Trust, recognizes outstanding social scientists. The selection is made by a national-level jury specifically constituted for this purpose.
Utsa Patnaik has made significant contributions to various fields, including agrarian studies, political economy, history of economic thought, and colonialism and imperialism. Her extensive research and writings on topics such as agrarian relations, poverty alleviation, fiscal policy, globalization, and Indian economic history have earned her international acclaim. The award will be presented to Prof. Utsa Patnaik at a ceremony in Chennai, where she will receive a citation and a prize money of ₹2 lakh.