17 October 2023 : Latest Current Affairs 17th October
Important Current Affairs 17th October 2023
In this article, we will discuss all the Current Affairs of 17th October including national, international, banking, finance, sports, awards, and many others. So if you are interested to know about the latest 17th October 2023 current affairs then read this article till the end.
Current Affairs of 17th October – National News
1. Jaishankar co-chairs the 18th India-Vietnam Joint Commission gathering External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar and his Vietnamese colleague Bui Thanh Son co-chaired the 18th India-Vietnam Joint Commission gathering in Hanoi.
◉ The discussions included collaboration in the fields of energy, development, trade and investment, justice, trade and marine security, education and training, science and technology, and culture.
◉ Over the upcoming years, the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India and Vietnam will only grow stronger. They also had similar views on the Indo-Pacific area, had a commitment to world concerns, and worked together in a number of international organizations.
2. The First Medical College in Nagaland was opened by the Minister of Health
◉ Union The Nagaland Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (NIMSR), located at Phreibagei in Kohima, Nagaland, was officially opened by Health Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya.
◉ The establishment will strengthen Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s goal of building a more prosperous and healthy India.
◉ NIMSR will not only fulfill the need for medical education but will also aid in research and the treatment of Nagaland residents’ unique ailments.
◉ The new medical college will also help the local youth as well as the state’s residents by offering high-quality, reasonably priced healthcare. It will also create many job possibilities in the healthcare industry.
3. KTB-Bharat Hain Hum’s animation series teaser is released by Anurag Thakur
◉ Anurag Thakur, Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting, debuted the captivating animated series “Bharat Hain Hum”‘s teaser in New Delhi.
◉ Anurag Thakur said, “After independence, schools taught about some selective people but there were a lot of people who had a major role in our freedom struggle, like Birsa Munda, Rani Abbakka, and others, students are unaware of them.” He was speaking at the premiere of the “Krish, Trish, and Baltiboy – Bharat Hain Hum” series. Who should inform the public of what has occurred in the nation? Numerous names exist, such as (Rani Abbakka).
4. The CM of Bihar introduces Rabi Mahabhiyan-2023
◉ Nitish Kumar, the chief minister of Bihar, has begun the Rabi Campaign-2023 and has waved off the campaign chariots to all of the state’s districts with a green flag.
◉ The success of Rabi-2023 is the reason for the launch of this campaign.
◉ The Agriculture Department will notify farmers about its programs for the Rabi season.
◉ Additionally, CM Nitish Kumar published a book about the Rabi Campaign 2023.
5. From Chennai, Parshottam Rupala launched the Sagar Parikrama’s tenth phase.
◉ Parshottam Rupala, Union Minister for Fisheries, has started the 10th phase of the Sagar Parikrama from Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
◉ One of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s bold initiatives is Sagar Parikrama. The purpose of this program’s inception was to comprehend the requirements and difficulties faced by fishermen.
◉ Traveling on the Sujay of the Indian Coast Guard was much anticipated. At Krishnapattinam, where there will be a fish feast festival, the ship will make its initial landing. The Minister will travel to Nellore later.
6. Ladakh Zanskar Festival’s 8th year The eighth iteration of the two-day Ladakh Zanskar Festival-2023 has been officially launched by Commissioner Secretary of Tourism & Culture UT Ladakh, Kacho Mehboob Ali Khan, in Padum in Zanskar, Kargil.
◉ The eighth iteration of the Zanskar festival kicked off with attendees dressed in traditional garb and exhibition booths showcasing the cuisine, clothing, way of life, ethnicity, and distinctive Zanskar culture.
◉ The festival also sought to support Doksa (traditional nomadic life), traditional folk artists, cultural performances, handcraft artisans, and traditional archery sports. The Ladakh Zanskar Festival in 2023 was an occasion to honor heritage, culture, and harmony.
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Appointments
7. At IREDA, B K Mohanty takes over as Director of Finance.
◉ Bijay Kumar Mohanty has been chosen to serve as the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd.’s (IREDA) Director of Finance.
◉ Mohanty is a senior financial expert with more than 25 years of expertise in the Indian power industry.
◉ The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) gave its approval to Dr. Mohanty’s appointment as Director (Finance) of IREDA.
◉ Mohanty has been appointed to the position for a period of five years beginning on the day he took over, or until further orders, whichever comes first.
Awards
8. UP receives recognition for its use of telemedicine in mental health and counseling
◉ On National Mental Health Day, Uttar Pradesh won third place for operationalizing telemanas—using teletechnology for mental health and counseling.
◉ The Indian government’s Ministry of Health and Family Welfare presented the prize. Dr. Pinky Joval, the mission director of the National Health Mission Uttar Pradesh, was presented with the prize.
◉ The UP team will work hard to perform even better and take first place in this category next year.
◉ A digital mental health network was urgently needed in the state to offer mental health services to the general public, with the goal of delivering 24 hours a day, 7 days a week mental health services even in the most rural areas of the nation.
Defence
9. In the military exercise Cambrian Patrol 2023, the Indian Army won the gold medal.
◉ At the Cambrian Patrol Competition 2023 International Military Exercise in Wales, UK, the Indian Army took home the gold prize.
◉ According to the Indian Army, a detachment from the 3/5 Gorkha Rifles (Frontier Force) participated in the prestigious Cambrian Patrol Exercise in Wales, UK.
◉ The Indian Army squad took part in the competition and faced off against a total of 111 teams, including 38 international teams from prominent regiments and special forces from around the world.
◉ The UK Army’s Exercise Cambrian Patrol, frequently referred to as the Olympics of Military Patrolling among militaries worldwide, is regarded as the supreme test of human endurance and teamwork.
Sports
10. Alastair Cook, a former captain of England, announces his retirement.
◉ Alastair Cook, a former captain of England and the greatest test run scorer for his nation, announced his retirement from the game.
◉ The 38-year-old left-handed opener spent his whole county career with Essex before retiring from international cricket in 2018.
◉ Cook led England in tests from 2012 to 2017 and 69 one-day internationals between 2010 and 2014.
Important day
11. International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is observed on October 17.
◉ Every year on October 17, people around the world observe International Day for the Eradication of Poverty.
◉ The purpose of the day is to raise consciousness about and advocate for international efforts to combat poverty.
◉ Theme 2023: Putting Dignity in Practice for All through Decent Work and Social Protection
12. It’s World Anaesthesia Day on October 16.
◉ Every year on October 16, there is a celebration of World Anesthesia Day.
◉ Objective: To increase understanding of the value of anesthesia in medical procedures.
◉ Additionally, it encourages anesthesia professionals everywhere to honor their line of work.
◉ Theme 2023: Cancer Care and Anaesthesia
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