NATIONAL:
1. Online Gaming Regulation
Why in news - An inter-ministerial task force was set up by MeitY (May 2022) for national-level online gaming legislation.
Key Points –
• It recommended the creation of a central regulatory body under Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002.
• Online gaming is a state subject.
• Online gaming grew at a CAGR of 38% between 2017-2020.
2. SFURTI Mela
Why in news – KVIC organized SFURTI mela in New Delhi.
Key Points –
• It is national-level exhibition of traditional products from across the country.
• Khadi and Village Industry Commission (KVIC) is a statutory body under the M/o MSME.
• SFURTI - Scheme of Fund for the Regeneration of Traditional Industries.
INTERNATIONAL:
1. Austrian Presidential Election
Why in news - Alexander Van der Bellen has secured a 2nd term in office.
Key Points –
• He defeated Walter Rosenkranz who secured 18.9% of the vote.
2. Hurricane Julia
Why in news - Hurricane Julia raked across coastal town of Bluefields, Nicaragua.
APPS & PORTALS:
1. “herSTART” Platform
Why in news - President Draupadi Murmu launched ‘herSTART’ for women entrepreneurs.
Key Points –
• It was developed by Gujarat University.
• Aim - to empower innovative ideas by women.
ECONOMY:
1. Sugar Production
Why in news – India became the world’s largest producer and consumer of sugar.
Key Points –
• India is also the 2nd largest exporter (surpassed Brazil) of sugar after Thailand.
• Sugarcane produced (2021-22) - 5000 LMT.
• Domestic sugar exports (2021-22) - 109.8 LMT.
SCIENCE – TECH:
1. Crew 5 mission
Why in news - The SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, U.S.
Key Points –
• Crew members - Nicole Mann, Josh Cassada, Anna Kikina and Koichi Wakata.
• Nicole Aunapu Mann - First Native American woman sent to orbit by NASA.
• They went to International Space Station.
REPORTS & INDICES:
1. Trade and Development Report 2022
Why in news – The UNCTAD (United Nations Conference on Trade and Development) has released the report.
Key Points –
• Theme - Development prospects in a fractured world.
• India's economic growth is expected to decline to 5.7% in 2022 and 4.7% in 2023 (8.2% in 2021).
• World economy to grow by 2.6% in 2022 and 2.2% in 2023.
IMPORTANT DATES:
1. World Teachers’ Day
Why in news – It is celebrated on Oct 5 every year.
Key Points –
• Theme - “the transformation of education begins with teachers”.
• Oct 5 was proclaimed as World Teachers’ Day by UNESCO in 1994.
APPOINTMENTS:
1. Sandeep Kumar Gupta
Why in news – He has taken over as the Chairman and MD of GAIL India. Ltd.
2. Dr. Vivek Murthy
Why in news – Joe Biden has appointed him as US representative on the Executive Board of the WHO.
FESTIVALS:
1. Sirimanotsavam
Why in news – It will be held on Oct 11 in Vizianagaram (AP).
Key Points –
• Presiding deity - Sri Pydithalli Ammavari Jatara.
• It is also known as Sirimanu Panduga.
SPORTS:
1. Goalkeeper of the Year
Why in news – PR Sreejesh and Savita Punia voted FIH Men's and Women's Goalkeeper of the Year.
Key Points –
• Other Awards –
A. FIH Rising Stars of the Year - Timothée Clément (men) and Mumtaz Khan (women).
• FIH President - Dr Narinder Dhruv Batra.
2. Irani Trophy 2022
Why in news – It concluded at Saurastra Cricket Association Stadium, Gujarat.
Key Points –
• The Rest of India’s side won the title after beating Saurashtra by 8 wickets.
• It is played between the incumbent Ranji Trophy winners and the Rest of the India Cricket Team.
• It is organized by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
STATES/UTs:
1. Increased Reservation Quota
Why in news - Karnataka cabinet gave nod to enhance the reservation for the SCs and STs in the state.
Key Points –
• It was recommended by Justice Nagamohan Das Committee report.
• SCs – 17% (earlier – 15%) and STs – 7% (earlier – 3%).
BIHAR:
1. Student Credit Card Scheme
Why in news - The budget of the scheme has increased almost 12 times.
Key Points –
• For 2023-24, 20% increase in its budget is likely.
• Total beneficiary – 1,24,317 students.
• Amount disbursed to respective institutions - Rs 2744 crore 24 lakh.
2. Uranium in Groundwater
Why in news – The amount of uranium in groundwater of 9 districts is more than the prescribed limit (30 ppb).
Key Points –
• They are - Saran, Bhabua, Khagaria, Madhepura, Nawada, Sheikhpura, Purnia, Kishanganj and Begusarai.
• It was revealed by Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) report.
POINTERS:
• What is the name of the new species of fish discovered from the Dikhow River in Nagaland - Pethia dukhunensis.
• With which Indian state has the Government of Dubai signed an MoU for economic development – Haryana.
• Where was the 2nd LG Cup Horse Polo Tournament started in Ladakh - Goshan Stadium, Dras.
• According to the latest Demographic Sample Survey, which state has the highest percentage of marriages of underage girls – Jharkhand.
• The central government has approved the establishment of a “weapon system branch” for which body - Indian Air Force.
• In whose name the country's first multi-art cultural center has been announced to be opened – Nita Ambani.
• Which bank has recently launched “Smart Wire” facility – ICICI Bank.
• Who has been awarded the “Seva Ratna” for social service by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh – Ratan Tata.
• Which state government has announced the formation of women Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) for the first time - Uttar Pradesh.
• Which organization has released a report titled “Poverty and Shared Prosperity 2022: Correcting Course” - World Bank.