Explore the significant events and updates in current affairs from December 2023. Key topics include the signing of a tripartite peace accord in Assam, Francoise Bettencourt Meyers becoming the first woman with a net worth of $100 billion, Nina Singh’s appointment as the first woman Director General of CISF, and the passing of DMDK founder Vijayakant. Additionally, the article covers major legislative developments in India, important global and national sports achievements, and other noteworthy occurrences in politics, economy, and society.
29th December, Current Affairs:
- Historic Peace Accord Signed: A tripartite peace accord was signed between the Centre, the Assam Government, and the United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) in New Delhi. The Memorandum of Settlement was signed in the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
- Francoise Bettencourt Meyers Reaches $100 Billion Net Worth: L’Oréal heir Francoise Bettencourt Meyers has become the first woman in the world to reach a net worth of $100 billion. She is currently positioned 12th on the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.
- Nina Singh Appointed DG of CISF: The Centre appointed Nina Singh as the first woman Director General of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF). She will hold the top post until July 31, 2024.
- Vijayakant Passes Away: Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) founder Vijayakant passed away on December 28, 2023, after being admitted to a private hospital in Chennai for pneumonia.