1.India ranks 71st in the 2021 Global Food Security Index
India ranks 71st in the list of 113 countries in the Global Food Security (GFS) Index 2021Is. Earlier, India was ranked 101st in the Global Hunger Index (GHI) 2021. The GFS index was designed and produced by London-based economist Impact and sponsored by Corteva Agriscience. The year 2021 is the tenth edition of the GFSI Index. This index is published annually. India’s overall score on the GFS Index 2021 is 57.2 points. According to the report, India ranked 71st in the GFS Index 2021 of 113 countries with an overall score of 57.2 points, followed by Pakistan (75th), Sri Lanka (77th), Nepal (79th) and Bangladesh (84th). ) is better than. But it is far behind China (34th place). However, India’s progressive growth in the overall food security score over the past 10 years has been lower than that of Pakistan, Nepal and Bangladesh. IrelandAustralia, UK, Finland, Switzerland, Netherlands, Canada, Japan, France and US shared the top rank. His overall GFS score was in the range of 77.8 and 80 points on the index.
2.Country achieves 100 crore vaccines under nationwide anti-covid vaccination campaign
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that India has created history by giving more than 100 crore doses of anti-Covid vaccine . He said that this has been possible due to the collective efforts of scientists, entrepreneurs and one hundred and 30 crore Indians of India. This achievement of India is very important. It is considered to be the biggest contribution in dealing with the Kovid epidemic. This is a great gift to all the frontline workers who worked round the clock to carry out the entire process in a smooth and safe manner. In this world’s largest vaccination campaign , where India has crossed the one hundred crore mark in giving doses of anti-Covid vaccine, it is giving both the vaccines to 300 million people.Close to installation. It is worth mentioning that this number is more than the population of Indonesia, Pakistan or Brazil. In fact, this number is almost equal to the population of America. World Health Organization Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has congratulated India for crossing the 100 crore mark of anti-Covid vaccination. He tweeted and congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Indian scientists, health workers and people.
3.Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor launches mobile app JK eCop
Jammu and Kashmir ‘s Lieutenant Manoj Sinha Raj Bhavan in Jammu and Kashmir awaited project of police in Srinagar crime and criminal identification network system CCT NS announced and JK Icop mobile app launched. With CCTNS, the functioning of police will become citizen friendly and transparent. This will simplify the process of police stations and people will be able to avail these services through multiple means. JK eCop mobile app will give information about all public services related to police. With a single click, information about the nearest police station, panic button to send messages in case of trouble and all important helpline numbers will be available.
4.President addresses the members of Bihar Legislature on the occasion of Centenary Year Celebrations of Bihar Legislative Assembly
President Ram Nath Kovind October 2l, 2021 at Patna in Bihar Assembly ‘s centenary celebrationsParticipated in and addressed the members of Bihar Legislature. He also laid the foundation stone of Centenary Memorial Stambh and planted a sapling of Mahabodhi tree in Bihar Vidhan Sabha Complex on the occasion. Regarding the contribution of the people of Bihar in the making of the Constitution of India, the President said that when the new chapter of our modern democracy was being created by the Constituent Assembly of India, the personalities of Bihar played an important role. Dr. Satchidanand Sinha, the senior-most member of the Constituent Assembly, was nominated as the first President and on December 11, 1946, Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected as the permanent President of the Constituent Assembly. Other personalities of Bihar who made their valuable contribution to the Constituent Assembly include Shri Anugrah Narayan Sinha, Shri Krishna Sinha, Maharaja Kameshwar Singh of Darbhanga, Shri Jagat Narayan Lal, Shri Shyam Nandan Sahai, Shri Satyanarayan Sinha, Shri Jaipal Singh, Babu Jagjivan Ram,
5.Cabinet approves PM Gatishakti National Master Plan (NMP)
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved the PM Gatishakti National Master Plan , which includes multi-modal connectivityThis includes establishing an institutional framework for its initiation, implementation, monitoring and support mechanism. Hon’ble Prime Minister launched PM Gatishakti NMP for multi-modal connectivity on 13th October, 2021. Empowered Group of Secretaries in the Implementation Framework (EGoS), Network Planning Group (NPG) and Technical Support Unit (TSU) equipped with the required technical competencies. The EGOS will be headed by the Cabinet Secretary and will include Secretaries of 18 Ministries as members and Heads of Logistics Department as member conveners. PM Gatishakti will review and monitor the implementation of the NMP to ensure EGOS logistic efficiencies. It is empowered to lay down the framework and criteria for any subsequent amendment to the NMP. eGoS will also lay down the process and final framework for conducting various activities at the same time and ensure that various infrastructure development initiatives are part of this joint integrated digital platform. EGOS various ministries like Steel, Coal, Fertilizers, It will also look after the works required to meet the demand for efficient transportation of bulk goods as and when required. The CCEA has also approved the constitution, composition and jurisdiction of the Network Planning Group (NPG).
6.Government and NABARD sign trust deed to promote FPO
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has dedicated a fund of Rs 1000 crore for providing credit guarantee to around 10,000 Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) . This dedicated fund is under the trusteeship of NABS Protection Trustee Private Limited (NTPL) “ Credit Guarantee Fund Trust for FPO ” ( CGFTFPO).) will be placed under. The CGFTFPO Trust is signed by the officials of the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and NABS Protection of NABARD and is registered in Mumbai. NTPL is a subsidiary and is wholly owned by NABARD. The central government had launched a new central sector scheme in February 2021 named “Formulation and Promotion of 10,000 FPOs”. The scheme was launched with a clear strategy and committed resources to promote 10,000 new FPOs in India.
7.IndiaFirst Life introduces ‘Saral Bachat Bima’ insurance plan
IndiaFirst Life Insurance Company Limited ( IndiaFirst Life – IndiaFirst Life ), Bank of Baroda and Union Bank of India, a joint venture of the ” IndiaFirst Life Simple Savings Insurance Plan ( Saral Bima Bachat Plan)”. It is a savings and protection cover plan for the entire family. The plan involves paying for short term and enjoying long term benefits and will provide continuous protection through insurance cover. The first policy year An amount equal to the Sum Assured on Death (SAD) will be paid in case of accidental death during. In case of death of the Life Assured, an advance payment as funeral cover. Lump sum or as regular income for 5 years Flexibility to avail death benefit in . Boost savings with guaranteed additional benefits of 4.75% to 6% p.a. Option to opt for Waiver of premium rider. No medical examination and short application form.
8.IMF Chief Economist Gita Gopinath to retire in January 2022
According to a recent announcement, Gita Gopinath , the Chief Economist of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) will be returning from January 2022 after her three-year term.I am getting retired. Indian-origin economist Gita Gopinath, She will resume her work as a professor in the Department of Economics, Harvard University. It may be noted that Gita Gopinath was the first woman chief economist of the International Monetary Fund and the second Indian after Raghuram Rajan to hold this prestigious position. She became the 11th Chief Economist of the International Monetary Fund. The ‘International Monetary Fund’ was established after World War II with the World Bank to assist in the reconstruction of war-affected countries. The establishment of these two organizations was agreed upon in a conference held in Bretton Woods, USA. That’s why they are also known as ‘Bretton Woods Twins’. Established in the year 1945, the IMF is governed by 190 countries of the world and it is responsible to these countries for its decisions. India 27th December, Joined the IMF in 1945. The primary objective of the ‘International Monetary Fund’ is to ensure the stability of the international monetary system.
9.Naval Commanders’ Four Days Conference Concludes
The four-day conference of Naval Commanders came to an end. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh addressed the conference. During the conference, the commanders interacted with the Chief of Defense Staff and the Chiefs of the three Services. They discussed various issues including measures for synergy among the three services in view of the regional security situation.
10.Dearness allowance of central employees increased by three percent from 28 to 31 percent
The Union Cabinet has approved the release of one more installment of Dearness Allowance to Central Government employees and pensioners . Talking to reporters in New Delhi after the cabinet meeting, Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur said that dearness allowance of central government employees has been increased by three percent from 28 to 31 percent . He said that it will be effective from July this year. Shri Anurag Thakur informed that 47 lakh 14 thousand employees of the Central Government and 68 lakh 62 thousand pensioners will be benefited by this.
11.In Japan, a volcano suddenly erupted at a tourist destination
In Japan , a sudden volcanic eruption at the Mount Aso tourist site caused its ashes to rise several miles into the sky. There is no report of any casualty in this incident. Japan’s Meteorological Agency has warned that its level could reach three on the volcano measurement scale. People have been told not to go near the mountain as there is a possibility of lava erupting and falling on the hills.
12.North Korea tests ‘Submarine Launch Ballistic Missile’
Recently North Korea has tested a ‘ Submarine Launch Ballistic Missile ‘ (SLBM) off its east coast . Under international law, North Korea is banned from testing ballistic missiles and nuclear weapons. A ballistic missile is a rocket-propelled, self-guided strategic weapon system that follows a ‘ballistic trajectory’ to deliver a payload from its launch site to a predetermined target. ‘Ballistic trajectory’ refers to the trajectory of a missile, which is affected only by gravity and possibly atmospheric friction. It can carry conventional high explosives as well as chemical, biological or nuclear weapons.
13.Georissa mosmeensis: a microscopic snail species
Recently Meghalaya ‘s Mosmi Cave (Mawsmai Cave) in Jiorisa Mosminsis ( Georissa Mawsmaiensis called) species of micro snails have went discovered. The new species is unique from Georissa sarita (a member of the same genus that was discovered in 1851) in its shell morphology, which are present on their bodies with four prominent spiral stripes, including variations in shell size. Seven of these spiral stripes are found in Georissa Sarrita. georissa is found in lowland tropical forest as well as in high altitude evergreen forests or in soil or underground habitats on calcium-rich rocky surfaces.
14.Order to dissolve Indian Railway Station Development Corporation
Based on the recommendation of Sanjeev Sanyal , Principal Economic Adviser to the Ministry of Finance , the Indian Railways has ordered the dissolution of the Indian Railway Station Development Corporation ( IRSDC ). With this move ‘Indian Railway Station Development Corporation’, Indian Railway Alternative Fuel Organization (IROAF)It is the second organization under the Ministry of Railways to be dissolved after ‘Indian Railway Station Development Corporation’ is a joint venture of IRCON International and ‘Rail Land Development Authority’. Rail Land Development Authority is a statutory authority under the Ministry of Railways. It was incorporated in the Indian Railways on 12 April 2012 under the Companies Act, 1956. The equity stake of IRCON and Rail Land Development Authority is in the ratio of 50:50. Its main objective is to envision the creation of world class railway stations, so that sustainable technologies can be implemented as per the convenience of the users.
15.Russia will help India to deal with the shortage of coal
India and Russia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to cooperate in the mining and steel sector . The MoU was signed between Union Steel Minister Ram Chandra Prasad and Russia’s Energy Minister Nikolay Shulginov . This MoU specifically focuses on coking. The signing of this deal is part of India’s National Steel Policy 2017. Under the National Steel Policy 2017, India aims to reach 300 million tonnes of steel production by 2030. The MoU between the two countries was signed in Moscow. It envisages commercial activities in coking coal and implementation of joint projects. Commercial activities include:
- Long term supply of high quality coking coal to India
- Development of Logistics as well as Coking Coal Deposits
- Experience sharing in technologies of mining and coking coal production management, processing and training
16.India tops in emissions related to burning crops: Report
Climate tech start-up, Blue Sky Analytics ( Blue Sky Analytics ) the emissions associated with crop burning published its report. India tops this reporthas been placed on. According to this report, India’s contribution to total global emissions was 13% in the period 2015-2020. The data in this report confirms a downward trend in crop burning emissions between 2016 and 2019. According to this report, the greenhouse gas emissions due to crop residue burning have reduced by 11.39% between 2016-2019. Between 2019-20, GHG emissions have increased by 12.8%. This has resulted in India’s global contribution to 12.2%. Blue Sky Analytics is an Indian climate tech start-up. It was founded by an IIT alumnus. It is a part of a global alliance called “Climate Trace”.
17.Africa’s glaciers will soon disappear: report
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and other agency released their new report on October 19, 2021. These agencies warned in their report that, due to climate change , Africa’s rare glaciers in the next two decades .will disappear. This report has been released ahead of the “United Nations Climate Conference” which will be held in Scotland on October 31, 2021. According to this report, 1.3 billion people in Africa are highly vulnerable as the African continent warms at a faster rate than the global average. According to this report, the shrinking glaciers of Mount Kenya, Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Rwenzori in Uganda are symbols of rapid and widespread changes to come. The current retreat rate of these glaciers is higher than the global average. If this continues, then by 2040 these glaciers will be completely finished. By 2030, about 118 million extremely poor people, or those living on less than $1.90 a day, will be exposed to floods, droughts and extreme heat in Africa.
18.Alibaba launches new server chip based on advanced 5-nanometer technology
Alibaba Group Holding Limited has launched a new server chip based on advanced 5-nanometer technology . This is a milestone in China’s semiconductor self-sufficiency. This latest chip has been launched based on the micro-architecture provided by SoftBank Group Corporation. Alibaba has optimized server chips in line with its ongoing efforts to enhance computing capabilities with improved performance and improved energy efficiency. These chips will be used to support current and future businesses in the Alibaba Group ecosystem. Alibaba has launched a new server chip after rising cloud services amid the Kovid-19 pandemic. Tech companies around the world are looking for more powerful and energy efficient semiconductors to gain the edge.
19.Sahdev Yadav appointed as the new President of IWF
IWLF former Secretary General Sahdev Yadav unanimously by the Indian Weightlifting Federation ( Indian Weightlifting Federation – IWLF was elected president). The election also saw the appointment of SH Anande Gowda and Naresh Sharma as the new General Secretary and Treasurer of the IWLF. In the election conducted by Narinder Paul Kaushik, Returning Officer of Delhi District Court, 10 new Vice-Presidents, 4 Joint Secretaries and 7 Executive Committee members were also elected.
20.China and Indonesia won the Uber Cup and Thomas Cup respectively
China defeated Japan 3-1 to win the Uber Cup title in a thrilling Uber Cup final in Aarhus , Denmark . This is China’s 15th Uber Cup title win in 19 finals. The match was based on the longest match in Uber Cup history when Chen Qing Chan and Jia Yi Fan won their doubles match. At the finals in Denmark’s Aarhus defending champion defeated 3-0 by China in Indonesia since 2002, first Thomas Cup ( Thomas Cup ) trophy. Uber and Thomas Cup Badminton World Federation It is a biennial international badminton championship played by the women’s and men’s national teams of its members.
21.Police Memorial Day
Police Commemoration Day is celebrated every year on 21 October to pay respect to the supreme sacrifice and loyalty of policemen towards the nation. In the year 1959 , on 21 October itself, in the inaccessible area of Hot Springs of Ladakh , the soldiers of the Central Reserve Police Force wrote a saga of valor and sacrifice. At that time, a team of twenty personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force and Intelligence Bureau, who went in search of the missing reconnaissance team, was ambushed by the Chinese army. The soldiers bravely fought the sudden attack of a large number of armed Chinese soldiers. In this attack, ten CRPF jawans were martyred while defending the country.
22.Sri Lanka’s first Test captain Bandula Varnapura passes away
Sri Lanka ‘s first Test captain Bandula Varnapura passed away after a brief illness. He was 68 years old. The right-handed batsman captained during Sri Lanka’s first Test against England in 1982 and played three Tests, scoring 96 runs at an average of 12 overall. He also played 12 ODIs in which he scored 180 runs at an average of 15.
