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Daily G.K. - Top Stories

24 Oct 2023

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INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

Erdogan Signs Sweden's NATO Membership Application

  • President Recep Tayyip Erdogan officially submitted Sweden's NATO membership application to the Turkish parliament, bringing closer the possible end of a 17-month standoff.
  • Turkey and Hungary are last two NATO members which are yet to ratify Sweden's membership application. Sweden moved away from its long-standing policy of non-alignment after Russia invaded Ukraine and made an application to join the alliance.

Sri Lanka Approves Free Visa Scheme for Seven Countries

  • The Sri Lanka cabinet approved granting free visas to travellers from seven countries - India, China, Russia, Malaysia, Japan, Indonesia, and Thailand for five months, Sri Lanka's Minister of Foreign Affairs Ali Sabry announced. According to Sabry, the free visa travel has begun with immediate effect as a pilot project and will continue till March 31, 2024.
  • According to the tourism ministry of Sri Lanka, the purpose of this move is to attract more tourists to the country.
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ENVIRONMENT

West Antarctic Ice Shelf Melt Unavoidable

  • A new study warned that the increased melting of West Antarctica's ice shelves is 'unavoidable' in the coming decades.
  • These floating tongues of ice extend from the main ice sheet into the ocean, and play a key role in holding back the glaciers behind.
  • But as ice shelves melt, it can mean that the ice behind speeds up, releasing more into the oceans.
  • The study's findings suggest that future sea-level rise may be greater than previously assumed.

Cyclone Hamoon: IMD Issues Warning for Fishermen

  • In a rare case, India is witnessing the menace of twin cyclones brewing over Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal at the same time. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) said that the deep depression in the West-central Bay of Bengal strengthened into a severe cyclonic storm. Cyclone Hamoon, named by Iran, is a Persian word that refers to inland desert lakes or marshlands.
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BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

Hindustan Foods Ltd to Invest in Sports Shoes Manufacturing

  • Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) firm Hindustan Foods Limited announced its plans to invest up to Rs. 100 crore to set up, acquire and invest in the area of sports shoe manufacturing. This strategic move marks a significant bet on the thriving sports shoes space in India.
  • This financial commitment underscores the company's dedication to becoming a significant player in the sports shoes manufacturing sector and contributing to the 'Make in India' initiative.
  • As a first step, the company entered into a sales and purchase agreement (SPA) to acquire 100 per cent of the shareholding of KNS Shoetech Private Limited from its existing shareholder. The company has a factory located in Kundli, Haryana and is currently manufacturing the entire portfolio of sports shoes and sneakers.

Qatar Airways CEO to Step Down

  • Akbar Al Baker, one of the airline industry's most outspoken leaders, is retiring as Chief Executive Officer of Qatar Airways after almost three decades at the helm of the state-owned carrier.
  • As per reports, Al Baker will be succeeded by Badr Mohammed Al Meer, currently Chief Operating Officer of Hamad International Airport.
  • Al Baker was appointed CEO in 1997, three years after the airline's launch, and was instrumental in transforming Qatar Airways into a major international carrier that competes against the likes of Dubai's Emirates and Turkish Airlines.
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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Study Finds Moon is 40 Million Years Older than Believed

  • For centuries, the origin of Earth's closest celestial companion, the Moon, has been shrouded in mystery.
  • However, recent evidence suggests that the Moon may be significantly older than previously believed, shedding light on its enigmatic history.
  • The prevailing theory regarding the Moon's existence is the "giant-impact theory," which proposes that a Mars-sized planet collided with Earth in the distant past. This cataclysmic event resulted in the ejection of debris, which eventually coalesced to form the Moon.
  • To determine the Moon's age more precisely, scientists turned to lunar crystals obtained from the Apollo 17 mission in 1972. These crystals, composed of zircon, are believed to have formed after the colossal impact event since the high-energy collision would have melted any pre-existing crystals.
  • Using radiometric dating, researchers assessed the rate of decay of the atoms within the zircon crystals to estimate their age. Their findings pushed the Moon's age back by a significant 40 million years, revealing it to be at least 4.46 billion years old.
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SPORTS

Unnati Hooda Captures Women's Singles Title at Abu Dhabi Masters 2023

  • India's Unnati Hooda beat Samiya Imad Farooqui and captured the women's singles title at the Abu Dhabi Masters 2023.
  • Unnati Hooda defeated Samiya Imad Farooqui 21-16, 22-20. This was her second BWF Super 100 World Tour title. She became the youngest Indian to clinch a BWF title last year (2022).

India's Bornil Aakash Changmai Clinches U-15 Gold in Badminton Asia Junior Championships

  • India's U15 shuttler Bornil Aakash Changmai overcame Fan Hong Xuan of China in the final and clinched the gold medal in the Badminton Asia U17 and U15 Junior Championships in Chengdu.
  • Bornil won the final 2-19, 21-13 against the Chinese in the boys' singles final.
  • Bornil became the second junior badminton player after Siril Verma in 2013 to bag the top podium finish in the prestigious tournament.

Rajasthan Royals Hand Shane Bond Dual Role

  • Relieved of his duties at Mumbai Indians, former New Zealand pacer Shane Bond was handed the dual role of assistant coach and fast-bowling coach by IPL franchise Rajasthan Royals.
  • Bond is set to join the franchise for the 2024 edition of the IPL and will be integrating into the coaching staff during the upcoming months.
  • One of the standout modern-day fast bowlers, Bond has, in the past, served as the bowling coach for his national team between 2012 and 2015, where he helped them reach the final of the 2015 World Cup.
  • He was then employed by the Mumbai franchise in the IPL in 2015, contributing significantly to their success of winning four titles in nine seasons.
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NATIONAL AFFAIRS

Former Minister Rustam Singh Resigns from BJP Ahead of MP Assembly Polls

  • Senior BJP leader and former Madhya Pradesh minister Rustam Singh resigned from the party, ahead of the state Assembly polls scheduled next month.
  • Rustam Singh's son Rakesh Singh was fielded by the Bahujan Samaj Party from Morena seat. Since then, there was speculation that Rustam Singh may leave the ruling BJP to campaign for his son in Morena.
  • An influential Gurjar leader from the Gwalior-Chambal region, Rustam Singh resigned from the Indian Police Service (IPS) in 2003 and joined the BJP.
  • He was an MLA for two terms, from 2003-2008 and 2013-2018.
  • Rustam Singh served as a minister for two terms from 2003-2008 and 2015-2018.

President Accepts Credentials from 5 Envoys

  • President Droupadi Murmu accepted credentials from the envoys of Cyprus, Bulgaria, the European Union, France and Moldova at a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Those who presented their credentials were Evagoras Vryonides (Cyprus), Nikolay Hristov Yankov (Bulgaria), Herve Delphin (the European Union), Thierry Mathou (France) and Ana Taban (Moldova).

Ex-secretary to Odisha CM, V. K. Pandian Gets Cabinet Minister Rank

  • V. K. Pandian, the former aide to Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik, was appointed Chairman 5T (Transformational Initiatives) with the rank of a cabinet minister.
  • The development came less than 24 hours after Pandian took voluntary retirement from government service.
  • Pandian joined the CMO in 2011 and since has been Patnaik's private secretary.
  • After Patnaik became the chief minister for the fifth time in 2019, Pandian was given additional responsibility of '5T secretary' to implement some transformational initiatives in government departments.
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DEFENCE

Indian, Malaysian Armies Participate in Exercise Harimau Shakti-2023

  • A joint bilateral training exercise "Exercise Harimau Shakti 2023", between the Indian and Malaysian Armies commenced on Monday in Umroi Cantonment, India.
  • The Malaysian Army contingent comprises troops from the 5th Royal Battalion of the Malaysian Army. The Indian contingent is represented by a Battalion of the Rajput Regiment.
  • The last edition of the Exercise was conducted in Pulai, Kluang, Malaysia in November 2022.
  • Exercise Harimau Shakti, scheduled till November 5, 2023, will engage approximately 120 personnel from both sides. It is aimed at enhancing military capability for the conduct of Multi Domain Operations in a sub-conventional scenario.

Air Marshal Sadhna is First Woman DG of Hospital Wing

  • Air Marshal Sadhna Saxena Nair took charge as the Director General, Hospital Services (Armed Forces), becoming the first women officer to hold the prestigious post.
  • She is effectively only the second woman officer who has served throughout in the IAF to be promoted to the rank of Air Marshal.
  • The first woman officer to achieve this was Air Marshal Padma Bandopadhyay (retd).
  • The post is considered a prestigious position that is part of the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS).
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PERSONS IN NEWS

Legendary Spinner and Former Indian Captain, Bishan Singh Bedi Passes Away

  • Bishan Singh Bedi, one of India's most iconic cricketers, passed away at the age of 77. A left-arm spinner and former captain of the Indian cricket team, Bedi's contributions to the sport left an indelible mark on the cricketing world.
  • Bishan Singh Bedi's legacy in the world of cricket is monumental. His prowess as a spinner, leadership on the field, and contributions to Indian cricket as a mentor and selector will forever be celebrated.
  • Bishan Singh Bedi made his Test debut against Australia in the 1969-70 series, and from that point on, he became a force to be reckoned with. His Test career was nothing short of exceptional, with memorable performances against top cricketing nations.
  • In 1976, Bedi was appointed captain of the Indian cricket team, succeeding Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi. He achieved a historic victory against the formidable West Indies in Port-of-Spain, and his captaincy laid the foundation for India's dominance in international cricket.
  • Bedi, along with Erapalli Prasanna, BS Chandrasekhar, and S. Venkataraghavan, played a pivotal role in India's spin bowling revolution. Their collective efforts significantly elevated India's cricketing prowess.
  • In 1970, Bishan Singh Bedi was honoured with the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian awards, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to cricket.

Assam's Eminent Academician, Singer Birendranath Datta Dies

  • Eminent academician, singer and lyricist Birendranath Datta died. He was 88.
  • A recipient of the Padma Shri in the field of art and literature in 2009, Datta began his career as an academician at B. Barooah College in Guwahati, Assam and went on to teach at different colleges of the state, before retiring as the head of the department of Folklore Research of Gauhati University.
  • After his retirement, he joined Tezpur University as a professor in the Department of Traditional Culture and Art Forms.
  • An eminent lyricist, Datta penned several songs and even sang many of those, with 'Bohu din bokuler gundh puwa nai' being one of his most popular numbers.
  • He was also the president of Assam's premier literary organisation Asam Sahitya Sabha for two terms from 2003 and a life member of the Gauhati Artists' Guild.
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DAYS AND EVENTS

ITBP Raising Day

  • Indo Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) observes Raising Day on October 24.
  • The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) is a border guarding force of India deployed along its borders with Tibet Autonomous Region. It was established in 1962 in the aftermath of the Sino-Indian War of 1962. It was raised under the CRPF Act.
  • It was raised with a strength of 4 battalions for collecting intelligence, fighting conventional and guerrilla warfare and improving Indian communication systems along the Chinese border.

United Nations Day

  • United Nations Day is celebrated on October 24 every year. It marks the official establishment of the United Nations in 1945. On this day, the UN Charter was ratified by the majority of signatories, including the five permanent members of the Security Council, and this led to the official establishment of UN. The Day was first celebrated in 1948. The UN, in 1971, also recommended the member states to observe it as a public holiday. The Permanent Mission of the Kingdom of Tonga to the UN is funding this year's UN Day Concert, which has as its theme The Frontlines of Climate Action, with assistance from the PVBLIC Foundation's Family Offices for Sustainable Development (FOSD).

World Polio Day

  • World Polio Day is celebrated every year on October 24 to create awareness around the importance of polio vaccination to protect children.
  • In the year 1988, there were around 3.5 lakh polio cases worldwide and the World Health Assembly resolved to eradicate the poliovirus. In 2002, WHO European Region was declared polio-free and from that time on October 24 every year, the World Polio Day is celebrated annually.
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AWARDS AND HONOURS

Venkaiah Naidu Nominated Jury Member of Gandhi Peace Prize

  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the appointment of former Vice President Venkaiah Naidu as a nominated jury member for the annual Gandhi Peace Prize.
  • The five-member jury is headed by the Prime Minister, with the Chief Justice of India and the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha as its permanent members, while two other jury members are nominated for a period of three years. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla is also a nominated member.
  • Naidu replaced Sulabh International Founder Bindeshwar Pathak on the jury, a former Gandhi Peace Prize winner, who passed away in 2023.
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GOVERNMENT POLICIES AND SCHEMES

Uttarakhand CM Launches Nandagaura Yojana Portal for Girls

  • Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched the online portal of Nanda Gaura Yojana and Chief Minister Mahalaxmi Kit Yojana.
  • With the inauguration of the portal of Nandagaura Yojana, an online facility will be available to about 50 thousand girls every year to apply for Rs. 11 thousand on birth and Rs. 51 thousand on passing class 12.
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GENDER/ HEALTH/ EDUCATION

IIT Roorkee GNEC Hosts Institutional 'Indo-German Partnership Workshop'

  • The Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee), the International Relations Office, IIT Roorkee organised a workshop in IIT Roorkee Greater Noida Centre (GNEC). GNEC is another campus of the institute located in NCR region.
  • IIT Roorkee organised the 'Indo-German Partnership Workshop' to enhance scientific cooperation and fortify the bonds between Indian and German institutions. The overarching theme for the event was 'Bridging Horizons: Indo-German Scientific Collaboration at IIT Roorkee', with two distinct sessions.
  • The first session, titled 'German Excellence: Unveiling Scientific Opportunities', served as a platform to showcase the endeavors, projects, research domains, and plans of various German stakeholders, universities, and funding agencies.
  • The second session, on 'IIT Roorkee - Forging Pathways to Strengthen Cooperation', highlighted IIT Roorkee's research capabilities, infrastructure, and areas of expertise.

BITS Goa to Host 'Waves 2023'

  • BITS Goa cultural festival, Waves 2023, will be held on October 27, 28 and 29. The event will begin with a comedy night which will be headlined by Abhishek Upmanyu, a known stand-up comedian.
  • Waves is the annual cultural festival of BITS Pilani, K. K. Birla Goa Campus. It is a three days long festival usually held in the late October – early November period. It is a cultural festival that is held to celebrate music, dance and art.
  • Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani – Goa Campus is one of the five constituent campuses of the BITS Pilani located in Goa. BITS Goa was established in the year 2004 as an Institute of excellence in technology and sciences.
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