2 May 2023

1. Muziris –

• What – the archaeological site of Patnam.

• Where – South west coast of Ernakulam district, Kerala.

• Importance – it was the key to the communication, trade among Persia, Middle East, north Afghanistan and Mediterranean Sea.

  2. ASEAN– India maritime exercise 2023 –

• When- it will be held in May 2-8

• Where – South China Sea.

• Aim– to strengthen India’s military cooperation with ASEAN.

  3. Poshan Bhi, Padhai Bhi campaign, –

• It was launched by women and Child development minister in September 2022 .

• It is a campaign run by a government for early childhood care and education.

• Children under six years will be covered, especially under three years.

• All Anganwadi centres will be considered as the schools providing learning opportunities for children.

  4. WEF: ‘ future of jobs’ report –

• By- released by world economic forum.

• Focus - it focuses on the trends of labour – marketing impact, green energy, transition, supply, chain, changes, etc.

• The findings of report – you green transitions is ation of supply chains will create new jobs in the coming years.

• Although there will also be job destruction due to slower economic growth.

• 44% of workers’ skills will be disrupted in the next five years.

  NOTE- WEF- world economic forum

• headquarter – Switzerland

• Estabilishment – 1971

• Type-non-government organisation.

  5. world Tuna Day 2023- it is observed on May 2.

• Tuna- popular fish species, which is widely consumed around the world and place a crucial role in the marine ecosystem.

• Tuna day is observed Every year on May 2 to raise the awareness about the importance of fish and promote sustainable fishing practises.

  6. Flash Floods in the “Horn of Africa” -

• countries under Horn of Africa- 4 countries which are in north, east Africa. they are Eritrea, Djibouti, Ethiopia and Somalia.

• These countries are also struggling with a sharp surge in climate linked disease outbreaks like diarrhoea, cholera and Measles.