1 Eight agreements signed between India and Saudi Arabia in various sectors including energy, digital facilities and investment
India and Saudi Arabia have signed eight agreements in various sectors including energy, digitalization and investment . Both sides expressed happiness over the launch of the India-West Asia-Europe Corridor. Prime Minister Modi also congratulated Saudi Arabia on becoming a full member of the BRICS organization. Both sides expressed full support for the early implementation of the West Coast refinery projects. India and Saudi Arabia also agreed to accelerate negotiations on the India-Gulf Cooperation Council Free Trade Agreement. This agreement will go a long way in further strengthening the economic cooperation between the two sides. India and Saudi Arabia also agreed to enhance cooperation in the financial technology sector and explore possibilities of trade in local currencies.
2 Election Commissioner Shri Arun Goyal visits Maldives to observe Presidential Elections 2023
At the invitation of the Election Commission of Maldives , Election Commissioner Shri Arun Goyal is leading a three-member delegation to Maldives to inspect the conduct of the Maldives Presidential Elections, 2023 . The first round of elections was completed on September 9, 2023. Eight candidates are in the fray. Presidential elections, Constitution of Maldives, 2008; Elections (General) Act, 2008; The elections were conducted in accordance with the Presidential Elections Act, 2008 and the Presidential Election Rules and Regulations, 2008.
2 Eight agreements signed between India and Saudi Arabia in various sectors including energy, digital facilities and investment
India and Saudi Arabia have signed eight agreements in various sectors including energy, digitalization and investment . Both sides expressed happiness over the launch of the India-West Asia-Europe Corridor. Prime Minister Modi also congratulated Saudi Arabia on becoming a full member of the BRICS organization. Both sides expressed full support for the early implementation of the West Coast refinery projects. India and Saudi Arabia also agreed to accelerate negotiations on the India-Gulf Cooperation Council Free Trade Agreement. This agreement will go a long way in further strengthening the economic cooperation between the two sides. India and Saudi Arabia also agreed to enhance cooperation in the financial technology sector and explore possibilities of trade in local currencies.
3 MoU signed between Indian Navy and Uber
Indian Navy signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with M/s Uber . On this occasion, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar , NWWA President Smt. Kala Hari Kumar and Mr. Abhinav Mittu, Senior Country Manager, Uber Business in India, South Asia and Egypt were also present. The objective of this MoU is to provide reliable, convenient, safe and economical vehicle facility for personal travel and movement of Naval personnel and their families across the country. This MoU is in line with CNS’s vision of ‘Happy Personnel’ under ‘Ship First’ and is a first in the Armed Forces. It will serve to advance the Government of India’s ‘Digital India’ vision of harnessing technology for transformational change.
4 12 scientists selected for Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award for the year 2022
The country’s top annual science awards, the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Awards, have been announced today after a gap of two years. This year, 12 scientists will be given awards in seven categories. CSIR Director General Dr. N. Kalaiselvi announced the awards for the year 2022 in the presence of Union Minister of Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh. Named after Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar, the first Director of CSIR, these awards are given in seven science disciplines – Physics, Biology, Engineering, Mathematics, Medicine, Chemistry and Earth Sciences. This award is given every year to scientists below 45 years of age. In this, a prize of five lakh rupees and a citation is given.
5 NTPC Green Energy Limited to collaborate with Nayara Energy for green hydrogen production
NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL), a wholly owned subsidiary of NTPC Limited , India’s leading integrated power generation company, and Nayara Energy, an international new age downstream energy company, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Its objective is to explore opportunities in the green hydrogen and green energy sector. The MOU envisages collaboration to produce green hydrogen for Nayara Energy’s own use, accelerate decarbonization and reduce carbon emissions. This collaboration is being undertaken at the initiative of NTPC to develop hydrogen projects in India and is in line with the Prime Minister’s vision of a self-reliant India.
6 US and Vietnam sign agreement to expand semiconductor ecosystem capacity in Hanoi
The United States and Vietnam have signed a semiconductor supply chain agreement to expand the capacity of the semiconductor ecosystem in Hanoi in support of US industry . The US and Vietnam also announced the launch of a comprehensive workforce development initiative in Vietnam that will jointly develop hands-on learning laboratories and training courses for semiconductor assembly, testing and packaging. The US government will provide an initial funding of US$2 million to launch the initiative.
7 Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano erupts again
The US Geological Survey (USGS ) has reported that the Kilauea volcano on Hawaii’s Big Island erupted. The flow of this volcano is currently limited to the surrounding craters. The Hawaii Emergency Management Agency said the volcano’s eruption would not pose a threat to people from lava flows. The USGS said the volcano’s eruption was preceded by intense earthquakes and rapid growth of the volcano’s summit.
8 DoT launches scheme to recognize Internet service providers for their efforts in expanding home broadband fiber connections in rural areas
The Department of Telecommunications has launched a scheme to recognize Internet Service Providers for their efforts in expanding home broadband fiber connections in rural areas . The Ministry of Communications has said that under this scheme , it has been decided to recognize nine Internet service providers providing maximum number of connections in rural areas in a year. These service providers include three each in categories A, B and C. Under this recognition, a certificate will be given to the Internet service provider and its name will be displayed on the website of the Department of Telecommunications. The ministry has said that this initiative reflects the government’s commitment to increase connectivity and digital access in rural areas.
9 Government launches One Week One Lab program to showcase achievements of Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
Science and Technology Minister Dr Jitendra Singh launched the One Week One Lab program in New Delhi . During the event, laboratories of 37 scientific and industrial research councils spread across the country will showcase their research results and achievements. In this, visitors can visit the departments of the ministry and see its educational and research initiatives. There will also be lectures, workshops, puppet shows, Vigyan Kavi Sammelan, quizzes and exhibitions on various topics related to science.
10 Punjab Health Minister Balbir Singh launches “Mission Intensive Indradhanush” 5.0 in Mohali
Punjab Health Minister Balbir Singh launched ” Mission Intensive Indradhanush ” 5.0 from Dr. BR Ambedkar Medical College, Mohali . Earlier it was planned for August along with the rest of the country. But it got delayed due to the flood situation in the state. Mission Indradhanush provides vaccination against 12 vaccine-preventable diseases-VPDs – i.e. diphtheria, whooping cough, tetanus, polio, tuberculosis, hepatitis B, meningitis and pneumonia, Haemophilus influenzae.
11 In Madhya Pradesh, the ex-gratia amount given to the families of martyred Forest Department employees was increased from Rs 10 lakh to Rs 25 lakh.
In Madhya Pradesh , the grant amount to the forest department employees who lost their lives while protecting forests and wildlife has been increased from Rs 10 lakh to Rs 25 lakh. Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan made this announcement at the inauguration of the State Forest Martyr Memorial in Bhopal . He said that Forest Department employees will also be given Rs 5,000 as uniform allowance and Rs 1,000 as nutritious food allowance. The Chief Minister honored the families of 44 martyred forest personnel.
12 BRO will build the world’s highest fighter airfield
The Border Roads Organization (BRO) has announced plans to build the world’s highest fighter airfield in the Nyoma area of Ladakh . Defense Minister Rajnath Singh will lay the foundation stone of this project from Devak Bridge on September 12 . BRO aims to enhance India’s infrastructure along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), with the aim of overtaking China in infrastructure development along the LAC in the next years. The creation of combat airfields in Ladakh is strategically important as it enhances India’s defense capabilities and infrastructure in the border area, contributing to better connectivity and security.
13 Will be launched on Vishwakarma Day on 17th September
Vishwakarma Yojana will be launched on September 17 at 70 locations across India. The initiative, announced during the Independence Day speech at the Red Fort, aims to benefit individuals skilled in traditional craftsmanship . The scheme will be inaugurated by Union Ministers in all the states and union territories, in which 70 ministers from across the country will participate. Over the next five years, this program will allocate an expenditure of Rs 13,000 crore focusing on grassroots level welfare for the working class. Vishwakarma Yojana is an initiative that aims to empower individuals skilled in traditional craftsmanship. Its primary objective is to provide financial assistance, training and welfare assistance to workers in various sectors.
14 Chief Minister Ladli Brahmin Housing Scheme
The Madhya Pradesh government has changed the name of the state-run housing scheme, earlier known as Mukhyamantri Antyodaya Awas Yojana , to Mukhyamantri Laadli Behna Awas Yojana . This decision, taken with the aim of aligning with Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan ‘s Ladli Brahmin Yojana, was unanimously approved by the state cabinet. Additionally, the Cabinet approved proposals to increase the monthly honorarium for cooks working under the Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman Yojana and doubling the honorarium for guest teachers in various classes. The government also announced subsidy on LPG for women along with payments under Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana and Laadli Behna during the month of Shravan.
15 Madhya Pradesh approves mob lynching victim compensation scheme
Madhya Pradesh Cabinet has approved the Mob Lynching Victim Compensation Scheme, which aims to provide compensation and relief to the victims and their dependents in cases of mob violence . The objective of this scheme is to provide financial assistance and support to the victims and their families who have suffered loss or injury due to mob violence on various grounds. The decision to approve the scheme was taken in compliance with the Supreme Court directions issued in July 2018, which called for the establishment of a Lynching/Mob Violence Victim Compensation Scheme by State Governments. Under this scheme, interim relief should also be provided to the victims or their families within 30 days of the incident.
16 NASA’s MOXIE instrument successfully produces oxygen on Mars
NASA announced the successful completion of its Mars Oxygen In-Situ Resource Utilization Experiment (MOXIE) aboard the Perseverance Mars Rover . MOXIE’s success is an important step toward enabling astronauts to “live off the ground” on Mars by producing their own oxygen and rocket propellant, supporting long-term exploration and sustainability on the Red Planet. MOXIE, a device approximately the size of a microwave oven, has demonstrated its ability to convert Martian carbon dioxide (CO2) into oxygen . This breakthrough technology could play a key role in future human missions to Mars, providing a sustainable source of breathable air and rocket propellant.
17 United Nations releases The Gender Snapshot 2023 Report
The United Nations has released a report stating that the goal of achieving gender equality by 2030 set by the United Nations is unlikely to be realized due to deep-rooted biases against women in various sectors such as health, education, employment and politics . “ The Gender Snapshot 2023” The report highlights that active resistance to gender equality and chronic underinvestment are key factors slowing progress and even causing reversals in some cases. Issues such as unequal access to sexual and reproductive health, low political representation, economic inequalities and lack of legal protection contribute to this challenge. The report also focuses on the setbacks for women and girls in conflict-affected areas and the adverse effects of climate change.
18 Minuteman 3 missile tested
The US Air Force recently successfully test-fired a Minuteman 3 intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) from Vandenberg Air Force Base in California . Although the test was routine, its timing was criticized amid rising tensions between the US and North Korea. Minuteman 3 missile test confirms US operational readiness. These tests maintain the credibility of the deterrent, signaling America’s credible nuclear power to potential adversaries.
19 Novak Djokovic won the 24th Grand Slam title by defeating Daniil Medvedev in the US Open tennis tournament.
Serbia’s Novak Djokovic has created history by winning his twenty-fourth Grand Slam title in the US Open tennis competition . In the men’s singles final, Djokovic defeated Russia’s Daniil Medvedev 6-3, 7-6, 6-3. With this victory, Djokovic has equaled Margaret Court’s record of winning 24 Grand Slam titles. In women’s doubles, New Zealand’s Erin Routliff and Canada’s Gabriela Dabrowski won the title by defeating Germany and Russia’s Laura Siegemund and Vera Zoraneva 7-6, 6-3.
20 10 September: World Suicide Prevention Day
World Suicide Prevention Day was observed on 10 September . This day is celebrated every year to highlight the many ways to prevent suicide. It was first marked on September 10, 2003 as an initiative by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) . After a successful first year, WHO agreed to formally co-sponsor the event again in 2004 and made it an annually recognized day. In 2011, around 40 countries held awareness events to mark the occasion. IASP organizes several events or programs in 60 countries to mark this day.
