NATIONAL UPDATES:
1. Assam govt to launch scheme to give Rs 2 lakh each to
two lakh youth: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa
Sarma has unveiled a transformative scheme called 'Mukhya Mantri
Atmanirbhar Asom aimed at bolstering the self-reliance of the state's
youth. Objective: To foster self-sufficiency and entrepreneurship
among the youth of Assam. Under this initiative, a generous financial aid
of Rs. 2 lakh will be provided to each eligible young
person, empowering them to pursue self-employment opportunities and chart
their own path to success.
2. Union Minister Kailash Choudhary launches PM KISAN
AI-Chatbot: Union Minister of State for
Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Kailash Choudhary launches PM KISAN
AI-Chatbot (Kisan e-Mitra) in New Delhi. Aim: Tol help in accessing scheme
information and resolving grievances. This is the first AI
Chatbot integrated with a major flagship scheme of the Union
government. The AI Chatbot acts as a comprehensive guide for
the beneficiaries, providing them with timely and accurate
responses to their queries related to the scheme.
3. Rajasthan tops the list in solar water pump
installations: Rajasthan tops the
list in solar water pump installations in 2023. More than 62,000 farmers
have directly benefited from the scheme introduced by the Ashok Gehlot
government four-and-a-half years ago. According to the gov, farmers in
Rajasthan are encouraged to install solar pumps for irrigation, instead of
relying on electricity connections and diesel-powered plants. The state
government is encouraging farmers by offering 60 percent subsidy for
installing solar pumps
4. PM Modi inaugurated 16 Atal Awasiya Vidyalayas in UP: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated 16 Atal Awasiya
Vidyalayas built across Uttar Pradesh. These are built at a cost of over
11 hundred crore rupees to further enhance access to quality education for
children of labourers, construction workers, and orphans due to the COVID-19
pandemic. Each school is constructed on an area of 10 to 15 acres with
classrooms, sports ground, recreational areas, a mini auditorium, hostel
complex, mess and residential flats for staff. These residential schools intend
to eventually accommodate 1000 students each. Prime Minister Modi also laid the
foundation stone of the International Cricket Stadium in Varanasi. The cricket
stadium, to be built in Ganjari, Rajatalab, Varanasi will be developed in more
than 30-acre area, at a cost of about 450 crore rupees. The stadium will have a
capacity of 30,000 spectators.
INTERNATIONAL UPDATES:
1. ISO and UNDP announce partnership to enhance
sustainability action: The International Organization for
Standardization (ISO) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
have signed a landmark Statement of Intent, in addressing global development
challenges. Aim: To collaborate on initiatives geared towards enhancing
international standards that advance sustainability actions by both the public
and private sectors Objective: To provide a common basis for documentation
and certification, making it easier for organizations.
2. International Week of the Deaf (IWDeaf) from 18th to
24th September 2023: The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) is
celebrating International Week of the Deaf (IWDeaf) from 18th to 24th
September 2023. Aim: To be aware of the Declaration of the Rights of
the Deaf Child, Building Capacity across the globe Theme 2023: A World
where Deaf People Everywhere Can Sign Anywhere. Motto: “Nothing without
us” Agenda: To achieve sign language rights for all and focus on building
inclusive deaf communities.
3. Welfare of Cancer Patients Day is celebrated on
September 22: The Welfare of Cancer
Patients Day, also known as World Rose Day, is observed annually
on September 22. The day is dedicated to individuals who are
suffering from cancer across the globe. Aim: To support the brave
hearts who are going through mental and physical struggles every moment against
the deadly disease. The day commemorates the 12-year-old Canadian cancer
patient Melinda Rose, who suffered from cancer and died in 1996.
4. World Rhino Day 2023 is celebrated on September 22: World Rhino Day is celebrated
on September 22. Aim: To provide the opportunity for cause-related
organizations, NGOs, zoos, and members of the public to celebrate rhinos in
their own unique ways. The activities vary from one participant to the next. Donors
and partners are able to contribute to the organizations and initiatives of
their choosing. Peaceful demonstrations, classroom projects, fundraising
dinners, auctions and poster displays are just a few examples.
5. India Ranked 52nd in Digital Quality of Life Index: India has been ranked 52nd out of 121 countries in the Digital
Quality of Life Index The survey has been carried out by
cybersecurity firm Surfshark. The annual survey by the Netherlands-based firm
has ranked 121 countries on five factors: internet quality, internet
affordability, e-infrastructure, e-government and e-security. The top 3
Countries in the Digital Quality of Life Index survey are Denmark, South
Korea, and Finland. In terms of internet quality, India ranks 16th among 121
countries. In terms of e-infrastructure, India is placed at the 91st position.
In terms of factors like internet affordability, e-governance and e-security,
India was placed on 28th, 25th and 66th positions respectively. The survey has
placed Singapore and Saudi Arabia in top positions when average internet speed
is considered. It stands at 300 Mbps and 310 Mbps respectively.
6. Naval Ship ‘Nireekshak’ successfully conducted Diving
training sessions: Indian Naval Ship ‘Nireekshak’ has successfully conducted
vital Mixed Gas Diving training sessions as part of IN-SLN Divex 23. The
Indian Navy’s diving support vessel initiated the sea dive and after a
successful diving exercise, returned with the Sri Lanka Navy divers. Earlier
last week, the vessel arrived at Sri Lanka’s Trincomalee port where Commanding
Officer Jeetu Singh Chauhan, held productive discussions with Rear Admiral PS
De Silva. The Indian Naval Ship is well-equipped with two six-man recompression
chambers and a three-man diving bell. It possesses the capability to execute
submarine rescue operations and train saturation divers. This marks the ship’s
continued engagement with the Sri Lanka Navy, aligning with India’s
‘Neighborhood First’ policy for capacity building in neighboring nations. The
vessel had previously visited Trincomalee in September 2019 and March 2022 for
similar training initiatives.
OTHER UPDATES:
SPORTS
1. Antim Panghal won bronze medal in wrestling at World
Championships 2023: Indian wrestler Antim Panghal
secured a bronze medal in the women's 53 kg category at the
wrestling World Championships 2023 iin Serbia. She also secured
the Paris Olympics 2024 quota for India. This is India's first
medal in this edition of the tournament. Antim has captured India's
23rd medal in the World Championships to date, which includes one gold,
five silver, and 17 bronze medals. Japan's Akari Fujinami won
the gold in World Championships 2023
2. Nischal wins silver with new national record at
Shooting World Cup in Rio: Young Indian shooter
Nischal has won the silver in the women’s 50m rifle 3 Positions at
the ISSF World Cup in Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. She finished behind Norwegian
rifle ace Jeanette Hegg Duestad with a score of 458.0 in the final. Duestad is
the reigning air rifle European champion and 300m 3 position World Champion and
has 12 ISSF World Cup medals to her name including five gold. She was also
fourth at the Tokyo Olympics. Nischal was in supreme form throughout the day,
breaking the qualification national record in women’s 3 position in the
process. The 16-member Indian team returned with one gold and one silver from
the Rio World Cup and was seventh in the standings. Elavenil Valarivan had won
the Women’s 10m Air Rifle gold Italy was on top with two gold and a bronze.
China was second with a gold, four silver and three bronze.
BANKING AND FINANCE
1. BCCI announces SBI Life as Official Partner for BCCI
Domestic Season: The Board of Control for Cricket in
India (BCCI) announced SBI Life as one of the official partners for
the BCCI Domestic and International Season 2023-2026. SBI Life has signed
a 3-year deal with the BCCI and their partnership will begin with the
upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia, starting September 22. This
collaboration reflects our commitment to promoting and supporting the sport of
cricket at all levels.
2. RBI proposes lenders identify 'wilful defaulters'
within six months: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) aanounced lenders would have
to examine all aspects relating to wilful default on accounts with
outstanding dues of Rs 25 lakh or more. Identify wilful defaulters
within six months of a loan becoming a non-performing asset (NPA). It
has allowed non-banking finance companies and cooperative
banks to identify them. A large defaulter is one whose amount in
default is Rs 1 crore and above.
3. TCS and BankAxept AS partner to enhance Norway’s
payment system: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
has entered into a partnership with BankID BankAxept AS, the provider
of Norway’s national payment and electronic identity systems. Aim: To
establish and manage an operations command center. BankAxept, the dominant
national payment system in Norway, facilitates 80 per cent of card
payments in the country. BankID serves as Norway’s primary eID
verification solution, relied upon by over 90 per cent of the
population.
4. UP gov launches instant birth certificate for newborns
at health facilities: Newborns at government health facilities of Uttar Pradesh will
now be issued birth registration certificates immediately after
delivery without the parents having to apply for same Gov has integrated
its Maa Navjaat Tracking app (MaNTrA) with the birth registration
system as part of its efforts to provide 'ease of living' to the citizens using
digital technology UP has become the first state to implement suo
motu birth registration for government health institutions
AWARDS AND HONOURS
1. Bengal’s Kiriteshwari Bags Best Tourism Village of
India award: Kiriteshwari village in West Bengal’s
Murshidabad district has been selected as the country’s best tourism
village by the Centre. The village beat 795 applications received from 31
states and Union Territories to bag the honour. The Union ministry will give
the award at a function in New Delhi on September 27.
Other
than its scenic beauty, the village’s big attraction is the Kiriteswari temple,
considered one of the 51 Shaktipeeths.
2. Binomo Awarded the Most Reliable Trading Platform of 2023: Binomo has been honoured with two prestigious international awards at the World Business Outlook Awards and the International Business Magazine Awards for “Best Trading Platform Global 2023” and “Most Trusted Platform Global 2023”. In today’s world, with up to 3,000 successful cyber-attacks per day, digital security must be given as much attention as physical security. Therefore, it is very important for us to provide our services at the highest level. These awards are an achievement in the world of financial services. They emphasize excellence in the areas of customer service and security. Binomo is constantly striving for development, and these awards confirm the company’s position. “Best Trading Platform, Global 2023” recognizes Binomo as the most user-friendly and easiest trading platform to learn. The platform is constantly introducing new technologies, developing training materials, and expanding its functionality to help users achieve their financial goals and enjoy themselves.
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