1 4th Asian Para Games ends in Hangzhou China; Indian contingent finishes with best-ever 111 medals
India gave a historic performance in the 4th Asian Para Games in Hangzhou , China and finished fifth with a total of 111 medals . India won 29 gold, 31 silver and 51 bronze medals. Earlier, India had given its best performance in the 3rd Para Asian Games in Indonesia in the year 2018 by winning 72 medals. Indian para athletes won four more medals than the record of 107 medals won by India at the Hangzhou Asian Games held from September 23 to October 8. India won maximum 55 medals out of total 111 in athletics. Badminton players made the second largest contribution with 21 medals, including four gold. Eight medals were won in chess and seven in archery, while shooting won six medals. Host China topped the medal table by winning a total of 521 medals including 214 gold, 167 silver and 140 bronze medals . Iran got second place . She won 44 gold, 46 silver and 41 bronze medals for a total of 131 medals. Japan won a total of 150 medals including 42 gold and finished third. South Korea stood fourth by winning a total of 103 medals including 30 gold, 33 silver and 40 bronze medals.
2 Minister of State Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti inaugurates the popular Saras Mela in Gurugram
Minister of State for Rural Development, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti inaugurated the popular Saras Mela showcasing the best crafts by rural SHG women in Gurugram . This is the second edition of SARAS Aajeevika Mela held in Gurugram, where over 800 SHG women from across the country are showcasing their handicrafts and handloom products along with regional cuisines. Saras Mela organized by the Ministry of Rural Development and National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (NIRDPR) is an important initiative to support livelihood enhancement support schemes.
3. India remained absent in voting on Jordan’s draft resolution in the United Nations General Assembly
India on Friday abstained from voting on a draft resolution of Jordan in the United Nations General Assembly . The resolution called for an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hamas militants in Gaza, on humanitarian grounds. However, there was no mention of terrorist group Hamas . India’s Deputy Permanent Representative and Ambassador to the United Nations Yojana Patel said in the United Nations General Assembly that the terrorist attacks in Israel on October 7 were shocking and condemnable. Demanding the immediate and unconditional release of the hostages, he said terrorism is a wrong ideology and has no borders, nationality or race. He stressed that the world should not accept justification for terrorist activities. He said that we should put aside differences and show unity and adopt a zero-tolerance approach to terrorism.
4 Kerala government to set up graphene production facility worth Rs 237 crore
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan announced the setting up of a graphene production facility with an estimated investment of Rs 237 crore which will function on a public-private partnership model . Graphene, often referred to as the “ wonder material ” for its extraordinary electrical and electronic properties , is set to become the cornerstone of Kerala’s innovation landscape.
5 ISB professor Sarang Dev appointed by WHO to its TB advisory group
Professor Sarang Dev has been appointed by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a member of the Strategic and Technical Advisory Group (STAG) for Tuberculosis . This appointment reflects his extraordinary expertise and contribution to the fight against tuberculosis, especially in India. Professor Sarang Dev, who currently serves as the Deputy Dean of Faculty and Research at the Indian School of Business (ISB) and Executive Director of Max Institute of Healthcare Management, is known for his pioneering research and innovative solutions in the healthcare sector. Are.
6 Indian tech experts get place in UN’s AI advisory body
Eminent technology experts from India have been named to the new AI advisory body announced by the UN Secretary General . This AI advisory body has been announced by United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on 26 October 2023. This institution will support the efforts of the international community to control Artificial Intelligence . The High Level Multi-Stakeholder Advisory Body on AI announced by the UN Chief includes experts from government, private sector, research firms, civil society and academia. The advisory body includes India’s tech experts Amandeep Singh Gill, co-founder of iSPIRT Foundation , Sharad Sharma and Nazneen Rajni , principal researcher at Hugging Face, India, as members.
7 Jai Bhim Chief Minister Talent Development Scheme unveiled by Delhi Government
Delhi Government is inviting applications from eligible students of SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories for free coaching under “ Jai Bhim Mukhyamantri Pratibha Vikas Yojana ”. The aim of this initiative is to provide coaching for various competitive examinations and entrance exams.
8 Rajasthan launches ‘iStart Talent Connect Portal’ to boost employment opportunities
Government of Rajasthan launched “ iStart Talent Connect Portal ” under iStart Rajasthan , a flagship initiative of the Government of Rajasthan in collaboration with Jaipur based startup HairFox . The portal was launched during Bhamashah Techno Hub, Jaipur , Rajasthan. The portal was developed to support job providers and job seekers with a user-friendly platform. The portal will allow companies to hire potential talent and allow them to post job opening details and connect with job seekers. Since its launch in 2017, iStart Rajasthan has played a major role in supporting local talent and new age sectors and enterprises.
9 ADB approves US$175 million loan to upgrade roads in Madhya Pradesh
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a loan of US$ 175 million for the ‘ India: Madhya Pradesh Road Network to Enhance Connectivity and Resilience Project ‘. The project aims to upgrade approximately 500 km of state highways and major district roads in Madhya Pradesh (MP) to standard two-lane facility . The project was initially proposed by ADB in September 2023. The project will build better, safer and more climate-resilient roads to connect rural areas to growth centers and industrial corridors in MP. The project will also include climate and disaster-resilient designs, innovative road safety elements and features that will protect the elderly, women, children and And will meet the needs of people with disabilities.
10 UP government sets up URIDA to implement CM Grids scheme
The Urban Development Department of the Government of Uttar Pradesh has set up an Urban Road Infrastructure Development Agency (URIDA) , which will be responsible for implementing the Chief Minister Green Road Infrastructure Development Scheme (Urban) (CM Grids Scheme) on the ground. In October 2023, the UP Cabinet approved the Rs 500 crore CM Grids scheme to build international standards roads in all cities. URIDA office will be set up in the premises of Directorate of Local Bodies, Lucknow, UP. A General Body and an Executive Committee have also been established under URIDA to monitor the activities of CM Grids (Urban). The General Body will be chaired by the Chief Secretary (CS) and the Additional CS or Principal Secretary of the Urban Development Department will be the Vice-Chairman.
11 India ranks third among fintech unicorns
According to global research firm Statista , India has ranked third worldwide in the number of financial technology (Fintech) unicorns ( 17 Fintech unicorns ). The United States is at the top with 134 fintech unicorns, and the United Kingdom is at second place with 27 fintech unicorns. The United States and the United Kingdom continue to dominate the region, ranking first and second in terms of both quantity and overall value, respectively.
12 Election Commission has provided the facility of voting through postal ballot to senior citizens and disabled people.
The Election Commission has provided the facility to senior citizens aged 80 years and above and people with 40 percent disability to vote from home or through postal ballot . The Commission has also given this facility to absentee voters as an option. Absentee voters include persons deployed in essential services, senior citizens above 80 years of age and the disabled. An absentee voter will have to apply to the polling officer to use the postal ballot. This application should reach the concerned officer within five days from the issue of election notification. For postal ballot, two election officers along with a videographer and security personnel will go to the house of the concerned voter and complete the voting process with complete secrecy. The Election Commission has asked the Chief Electoral Officers of Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Mizoram, Rajasthan and Telangana to provide proper information to the general public regarding postal voting and make proper arrangements.
13 Katrina Kaif becomes the global brand ambassador of watch manufacturer Rado
Swiss watchmaker Rado has appointed Bollywood superstar Katrina Kaif as its global brand ambassador. Rado is a famous watch company from Switzerland. Which is popular all over the world. It is known for its high quality and unique design. The price of this watch ranges from lakhs to crores. Many of its watches are worth more than Rs 50 lakh.
14 RBI issued rules regarding credit bureau, penalty of Rs 100 per day if complaint is not resolved within 30 days.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has informed lenders, financial institutions and credit bureaus that they will have to resolve complaints lodged by customers within 30 days or face a fine of ₹100 per day to ensure that Customers can get immediate resolution of their complaints related to their credit information. Additionally, RBI has directed CICs to compensate complainants if they fail to resolve complaints within 30 calendar days, despite receiving updated credit information from the CI within 21 calendar days. This compensation framework attempts to hold CIC accountable for delays in resolving issues related to credit information.
15 Union Commerce and Industry Minister Shri Piyush Goyal participated in the G7 Trade Ministers Meeting in Osaka, Japan
Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution and Textiles Shri Piyush Goyal participated in the G7 Trade Ministers’ Meeting in Osaka , Japan . Shri Goyal gave several suggestions on increasing flexibility in the supply chain . He said the COVID-19 pandemic and geopolitical events have disrupted supply chains, leading to rising commodity prices and accelerating global inflation. G7 is an intergovernmental forum that includes seven important countries of the world. The G7 accounts for more than half of global network wealth, 30-43 percent of global GDP and 10 percent of the world’s population. India is among the select countries that the G7 has invited to this meeting of trade ministers in Osaka.
16 World Audiovisual Heritage Day 2023: 27 October
World Audiovisual Heritage Day is celebrated every year on 27 October . World Day for Audiovisual Heritage is an important initiative by both UNESCO and the Coordinating Council of Audiovisual Archives Associations (CCAAA) to honor audiovisual preservation professionals and institutions that have contributed to the preservation of the cultural heritage of the world for future generations. Protect our heritage. The day was chosen to raise awareness of the importance and preservation risks of recorded sound and audiovisual documents.
17 Geeta Press Gorakhpur trustee Baijnath Aggarwal passes away
Geeta Press Gorakhpur trustee Baijnath Aggarwal passed away. He was 90 years old. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has expressed grief over the demise of Mr. Aggarwal and said that Mr. Baijnath’s 40 years of dedicated service as a trustee of Geeta Press has promoted social awareness and human welfare. Geeta Press Gorakhpur was awarded the Gandhi Peace Prize for the year 2021 .
18 Former Chinese Prime Minister Li Keqiang dies at the age of 68
Former Chinese Premier Li Keqiang has died of a heart attack, less than a year after retiring as the country’s second-highest ranking official. Former Prime Minister of China Li Keqiang died suddenly of a heart attack on October 27, 2023. At the age of 68, he ended his career in March, 2023 after serving two terms in office with Chinese President Xi Jinping . The leader of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China , commonly known as the Chinese Premier, holds the position of head of government of the country and also leads the State Council. The role represents the second highest authority in China’s political hierarchy, ranking below the General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party/President of China.
