15 October 2023 : Latest Current Affairs 15th October
Important Current Affairs 15th October 2023
In this article, we will discuss all the Current Affairs of 15th October including national, international, banking, finance, sports, awards, and many others. So if you are interested to know about the latest 15th October 2023 current affairs then read this article till the end.
Current Affairs of 15th October – National News
1. Juhi, the mascot for the 2023 Women’s Asian Champions Trophy, is unveiled by CM Hemant Soren.
◉ The mascot for the future Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2023 was unveiled by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Jharkhand, Hemant Soren, at a colorful ceremony at Project Bhawan in Dhurva, Ranchi, Jharkhand. The company’s mascot, “Juhi,” was modeled after the popular elephant at Betla National Park.
◉ The occasion also signaled the start of the Trophy Tour for the Ranchi 2023 Jharkhand Women’s Asian Champions Trophy. Starting on October 13, 2023, the gorgeous trophy will travel to all districts in the state. On October 25, 2023, the Trophy Tour will come to an end, and the trophy will be brought back to Ranchi, kicking off the competition.
2. IMI 5.0 Campaign, Specifically Targeted at Increasing Measles and Rubella Immunization, Ends Today
◉ The Health Ministry of India’s major immunization campaign, Intensified Mission Indradhanush (IMI) 5.0, is about to come to an end today. This program aims to target pregnant women nationwide as well as youngsters who have missed vaccine doses or have fallen behind on their vaccination schedule.
◉ IMI 5.0 is a significant initiative that aims to improve vaccination coverage for all vaccines offered under the National Vaccination Schedule and the Universal Immunization Program. This year, in contrast to prior years, the campaign’s reach was expanded to include kids as young as five years old and was carried out in every district in the nation.
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Banking
3. The ICICI Bank Launches “IFinance,” A Single-Stop Solution for Access to Multiple Bank Accounts
◉ Recently, ICICI Bank introduced “iFinance,” a ground-breaking innovation that is expected to transform how millions of users, including retail consumers and sole owners, handle their finances.
◉ Customers can combine their savings and current accounts from many banks into one practical location thanks to this cutting-edge technology. The ‘iFinance’ function is accessible through ICICI ◉ Bank’s digital channels, including the iMobile Pay app, Retail Internet Banking (RIB), Corporate Internet Banking (CIB), and InstaBIZ, the bank’s business-focused mobile app.
◉ ICICI Bank is giving people unprecedented control over their financial well-being by presenting a single view of their accounts across several institutions and a number of strong features.
Appointment
4. Sandeep Shandilya is appointed as the new police commissioner of Hyderabad.
◉ On October 13, the Election Commission of India made a momentous announcement when it named top IPS officer Sandeep Shandilya as the city of Hyderabad’s next police commissioner.
◉ The Telangana State Police Academy (TSPA) is now led by Shandilya, an officer from the 1993 IPS class. This choice was made following CV Anand’s transfer as police commissioner.
◉ In the Indian Police Service, Sandeep Shandilya has had a distinguished career. His progression through numerous police officer roles is evidence of his experience and leadership. He showed his talents to uphold law and order while serving as the South Zone’s Deputy Commissioner of Police in 2006.
Awards
5. Michael Douglas will receive credit Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement in Film Award
◉ At the 54th International Film Festival, which will be held in Goa, renowned Hollywood actor Michael Douglas is scheduled to receive the prestigious Satyajit Ray Excellence in Film Lifetime Award.
◉ Numerous accolades and memorable film performances may be found throughout Michael Douglas’s successful career. He has won a long list of honors, including the Cecil B. DeMille Award, the AFI Life Achievement Award, two Academy Awards, five Golden Globe Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, and five Golden Globe Awards. These accolades highlight his outstanding acting talent and services to the film business.
◉ The scenic state of Goa will play host to the 54th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) from November 20 to 28.
6. The only Indian PSU to appear in Forbes’ list of the “World’s Best Employers 2023” is NTPC.
◉ One of the “World’s Best Employers 2023” according to the Forbes World’s Best Employers list, which was formally unveiled on October 10, 2023, is India’s largest integrated energy company, NTPC Limited.
◉ In the top 700 firms in the world, NTPC is ranked 261st thanks to this prestigious accolade, which underlines its extraordinary dedication to establishing a healthy work environment and employee-centric practices. Notably, NTPC Limited is the only Public Sector Enterprise (PSU) from India to earn a spot on this esteemed list.
Defence
7. Aircraft Carrier, LCA Mk1A Jet Acquisition Proposals Ready For DAC Approval
◉ Two substantial proposals with a combined expenditure of more than 1 lakh crore are scheduled for evaluation by the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC). These ideas, which propose ambitious goals for the nation’s defense capabilities, originate from the Indian Navy and Indian Air Force.
◉ After the INS Vikrant’s performance, the Navy has suggested placing a repeat order for an indigenous aircraft carrier (IAC-II). The price of this carrier is projected to be over 40,000 crore.
◉ To improve its aerial capabilities, the Indian Air Force is looking to purchase 97 more Light Combat Aircraft (LCA)-MK1A fighters. The projected cost of this request is 67,000 crore.
8. Indian Army Installs First Mobile Tower at Siachen Glacier
◉ With the installation of a mobile tower, the Siachen Glacier—known as the world’s highest battlefield—has experienced a revolutionary change. This amazing accomplishment was made possible by the Fire and Fury Corps of the Indian Army and Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), who worked together to provide soldiers stationed at altitudes higher than 15,500 feet with improved mobile connectivity.
◉ The first BSNL Base Transceiver Station (BTS) was built at forward posts in the Siachen Glacier area by the “Siachen Warriors” and BSNL. For the soldiers stationed in one of the most hostile environments on Earth, this critical facility should close the communication gap.
Sports
9. Shubman Gill was named the ICC’s “Player of the Month” in September for
◉ The ‘Player of the Month’ honor for September 2023 has once again been given out by the International Cricket Council (ICC) in recognition of great cricketing performances. These honors recognize not only their outstanding individual efforts but also their major contributions to the victories of their respective teams.
◉ In this edition, Sri Lanka’s Chamari Athapaththu wins the ICC Women’s “Player of the Month” award, while India’s Shubman Gill wins the ICC Men’s “Player of the Month.” These honors are well-deserved for Shubman Gill’s prolific run-scoring and Chamari Athapaththu’s all-around ability.
10. The recommendation to include T20 cricket in the 2028 Olympics has been accepted by the IOC.
◉ By adopting the recommendation to add T20 cricket for both men and women at the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has taken a huge step toward embracing the world’s most popular sport, cricket.
◉ The local organizing team for the LA28 made a lot of effort to include cricket. Along with cricket, it advocated for the “potential inclusion” of lacrosse, squash, flag football, baseball/softball, and four more sports. These suggestions fit with the overall LA28 philosophy, fostering a diverse and exciting athletic environment for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.
11. For the 2023 World Athlete of the Year Award, Neeraj Chopra has been nominated
◉ Neeraj Chopra has been formally nominated by World Athletics, the organization that oversees athletics worldwide, for the prestigious Men’s Athlete of the Year award in 2023.
◉ The 11 candidates for this prestigious prize were painstakingly chosen by a group of international athletics specialists, who represented each of the six World Athletics continents. Neeraj Chopra, the Olympic and world champion, is competing for the honor of top male athlete in the world among these nominees.
◉ Voting has started for the 2023 World Athletes of the Year honor. The finalists will be chosen via a thorough three-way voting procedure. On December 11, 2023, World Athletics will formally announce the winners on its social media channels.
Important day
12. Day of the Migratory Bird (WMBD) 2023
◉ Day of the Migratory Bird (WMBD) Two international celebrations of 2023 are held each year, each with a distinct theme. The fall festival, which is held on October 14 this year, has as its theme “Water: Sustaining Bird Life.”
◉ It’s a day set aside to emphasize the value of migratory birds and the conservation efforts they undergo. The extraordinary migrations and crucial role that water plays in migratory birds’ lives will be highlighted on World Migratory Bird Day in 2023.
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