NATIONAL UPDATES:
1. Govt extends tenure of Central Board of Direct Taxes
chairman: The Union government has extended the tenure of the
incumbent chairman of the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), Nitin
Gupta till June 30, 2024. The nine-month extension for Gupta came on the day
when he was scheduled to retire and demit from office. As per the Centre's
notification, his service period has been extended “on a contract basis". The
Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the reappointment of
Gupta as the CBDT Chairman.
2. PM Modi launches Sankalp Saptaah in 500 Aspirational
Blocks: Prime Minister Narendra
Modi has launched a unique week-long programme for aspirational blocks in
the country called 'Sankalp Saptaah' at the Bharat Mandapam on 30
September 2023. It is being implemented in 500 aspirational blocks across 329
districts in the country. 'Sankalp Saptaah' is linked to the effective
implementation of the Aspirational Blocks Programme (ABP). The ABPP was
launched across the nation by the Prime Minister on 7 January, 2023.
3. Lt Gen Raghu Srinivasan takes over as Director General
Border Roads: Lt Gen Raghu
Srinivasan took over as the 28th Director General Border Roads
(DGBR) on September 30, 2023.
He
assumed the charge following the superannuation of Lt Gen Rajeev Chaudhry. Prior
to his appointment as the DGBR, the General Officer was holding the appointment
of Commandant, College of Military Engineering, Pune. Lt Gen Raghu Srinivasan
is an alumnus of the National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla, and the Indian
Military Academy, Dehradun.
4. Dharmendra Pradhan launches the Bharatiya Bhasha
Utsav: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
launched Bharatiya Bhasha Utsav and Technology and Bharatiya Bhasha Summit
in New Delhi. The two-day summit aims to set a course for a technologically
enriched future for Bharatiya languages in education. The summit encompassed 3
pivotal thematic sessions with a special focus on the integration of technology
in promoting Bharatiya Bhasha, including its role in teaching, training,
examination, and translating educational materials.
INTERNATIONAL UPDATES:
1. Ministry of Tourism to host PATA Travel Mart 2023 in
New Delhi: Ministry of Tourism will
be hosting the 46th edition of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA)
Travel Mart 2023 at the magnificent International
Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre, Pragati Maidan, in New Delhi. The Mart
is scheduled to take place from October 4th to 6th 2023. Aim: To bring together
tourism professionals and business stakeholders from across the world The
Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) was founded in 1951, with its
Headquarters in Bangkok.
2. 30th Singapore-India Maritime Bilateral Exercise successfully
concludes: The 30th edition of
the Singapore-India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX) has successfully
concluded in Singapore. Indian Naval Ships Ranvijay, Kavaratti, submarine
Sindhukesari, and a long-range Maritime Patrol Aircraft P8I participated in the
exercise. Combined aviation, firefighting, and damage control exercises were
conducted during the period. The sea phase of SIMBEX 23 was conducted from 25
to 28 of September.
OTHER UPDATES:
SPORTS
1. ICC announces official mascots for Cricket World Cup
2023: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has
revealed the two official ICC mascots named 'Blaze' and 'Tonk' for
the 2023 Cricket World Cup in India. 'Blaze' is a female mascot, bowling at a
rapid pace, leaving batters in sheer awe. She is adorned with a belt carrying
six power cricket orbs, each meticulously prepared for various game-changing
tactics. 'Tonk' is a male mascot, with icy-cool composure, making him a batting
champion.
2. India's Sarabjot Singh, Divya TS won silver in 10m air
pistol mixed team: India's Sarabjot Singh, Divya TS won silver in the 10m air
pistol mixed team on Day 7 of the Asian Games 2023. On day 7, India's
medal tally reached 38 including Gold (10); Silver (14); and Bronze (14).
Other
winners:
· Arathy Raj 5th in women's 10000m speed skating final.
· Tennis players, Rohan Bopanna, and Rutuja Bhosala clinch gold in mixed
doubles final.
· Indian men’s team beats Pakistan in thrilling Squash final to win gold
medal.
BANKING AND FINANCE
1. RBI grants approval to IFC for acquiring 9.7% stake in Federal Bank: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has granted approval to the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to acquire a 9.7% stake in Federal Bank. Earlier this year, the Kerala-based private sector lender had raised ₹959 crore via preferential issue of shares to the World Bank Group member. ’The Federal Bank Ltd has received an intimation from the Reserve Bank of India on September 28, 2023. After RBI, the stake holding is subject to compliance by other regulatory bodies.
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