Latest Current Affairs in 2022 : October 2022 Current Affairs, GKToday, Great Learning

1 .

Who inaugurated 'PARAM KAMRUPA' Supercomputer facility at IIT, Guwahati on Oct 2022?

A)

Narendra Modi

B)

Venkaiah Naidu

C)

Droupadi Murmu

D)

Ram Nath Kovind

Correct Answer : Droupadi Murmu

President of India, "Smt Droupadi Murmu", inaugurated ‘PARAM KAMRUPA’ Supercomputer facility and a high-power active and passive component laboratory of SAMEER at Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) on the first day of her visit to the State.

The Param Kamrupa, one of its kind supercomputers in the North East region, installed under the National Supercomputing Mission(NSM).

This facility will be provided to conduct advanced research in various scientific fields such as weather and climate, bioinformatics, computational, AI, etc.

Source : AIR

Published On : October 14, 2022

2 .

Who has been elected as a member to the executive committee of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU)?

A)

Sarmistha Sethi

B)

Baijayant Panda

C)

Sambit Patra

D)

Aparajita Sarangi

Correct Answer : Aparajita Sarangi

National spokesperson of BJP and Bhubaneswar MP "Aparajita Sarangi" has been elected to the executive committee of Inter Parliamentary Union (IPU) held in Kigali, Republic of Rawanda.

India has made it to the prestigious global organisation of national parliaments after 20 years. Sarangi was voted by the Asia-Pacific region by securing 12 out of 18 votes.

The executive committee oversees administration and makes recommendations to the governing council on various matters, including applications by national parliaments or regional parliamentary assemblies wishing to join IPU.

The Indian Parliamentary Delegation is being led by Harivansh, Deputy Chairperson in Rajya Sabha. Aparajita Sarangi, Harivansh and Sasmit Patra attended a meeting called by the Governing Council of the Inter-Parliamentary Union following her nomination.

The 145th Inter-Parliamentary Union Assembly is being held currently in Kigali, Rwanda.

About the Inter-Parliamentary Union : Set up in 1887, the global organization of national parliaments has a total of 178 members. IPU empowers parliaments and parliamentarians to promote peace, democracy, and sustainable development through diplomacy..

Source : New Indian Express

Published On : October 14, 2022

3 .

Who has been sworn(13th Oct 2022) in as the new Chief Justice of the High Court of J&K and Ladakh?

A)

Ali Mohammad Magrey

B)

Paresh Upadhyay

C)

Ritu Raj Awasthi

D)

Aravind Kumar

Correct Answer : Ali Mohammad Magrey

Justice Ali Mohammad Magrey was on Thursday(13th Oct 2022) sworn in as the new Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh here, officials said.

* Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha administered the oath of office to him at a ceremony attended by politicians and senior bureaucrats at SKICC.

* The warrant of his appointment was read out by the high court’s registrar general.

* After taking oath, Justice Magrey had a virtual conference with judicial officers of both the Union territories.

* He has replaced Justice, Pankaj Mithal, who has been transferred to the Rajasthan high Court.

* He started his career as an advocate after completing his law degree from Kashmir University in 1984.

* He became a permanent judge of the J&K high court in March 2013. .

Source : Tribune India

Published On : October 14, 2022

4 .

Which countries have reached a "historic" deal to end a long-running maritime border dispute in the gas-rich Mediterranean Sea, according to negotiators from the two countries?

A)

France and India

B)

Lebanon and Israel

C)

Russia and China

D)

Japan and South Korea

Correct Answer : Lebanon and Israel

Lebanon and Israel have reached a “historic” deal to end a long-running maritime border dispute in the gas-rich Mediterranean Sea, according to negotiators from the two countries.

Lebanon’s deputy speaker "Elias Bou Saab" said on Wednesday(12th Oct 2022), after submitting the United States-brokered final draft of the deal to President "Michel Aoun", that an agreement had been reached that satisfies both sides.

“Lebanon has obtained its full rights, and all of its remarks have been taken into account,” said Bou Saab.

Lebanon’s presidency voiced hope that “the agreement on the demarcation will be announced as soon as possible”. Aoun had previously said that a deal would not signify a “partnership” with Israel. The two countries are technically at war.

Israeli National Security Adviser Eyal Hulata, who headed the Israeli negotiating team, mirrored Bou Saab’s remarks.

“All our demands were met, the changes that we asked for were corrected. We protected Israel’s security interests and are on our way to an historic agreement,” he said in a statement.

Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister "Yair Lapid's" office hailed “an historic achievement that will strengthen Israel’s security”.

A signing date for the deal has not been set yet.

While limited in scope, an agreement may ease security and economic concerns between the two countries..

Source : Aljazeera

Published On : October 14, 2022

5 .

When is World Sight Day observed on every year?

A)

Second Monday

B)

Second Tuesday

C)

Second Thursday

D)

Second Friday

Correct Answer : Second Thursday

World Sight Day is observed every year on the second Thursday of October to raise awareness about vision impairment, vision care and other issues related to eyes. This year, the day is being observed today i.e. on 13 October.

World Sight Day 2022 Theme : The International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IABP) has decided to continue using the slogan "#LoveYourEyes" for World Sight Day 2022.

The 'Love Your Eyes' campaign urges people to put their personal eye health first while fighting for globally accessible, reasonably priced, and readily available eye care.

World Sight Day 2022 Significance : According to World Health Organization (WHO), at least one billion people worldwide suffer from near or far-sightedness, which is either preventable or unaddressed. All facets of life, including daily routine, employment opportunities, and even the ability to use public services, can be significantly and permanently impacted by vision impairment and blindness.

This day is observed to increase awareness about the importance of eye health and to honor ophthalmologists - a medical professional who diagnoses and treats human eye and vision problems - who work tirelessly around the globe to combat the issue.

World Sight Day History: One of the Lions Club International's most well-known and effective initiatives, "SightFirst," was established in 1990 to combat blindness caused by trachoma and other problems.

The primary goal of this campaign was to raise money for patients who are visually impaired. Over a billion people have benefited from this initiative worldwide. IAPB made the decision to observe World Sight Day on the second Thursday in October during this campaign..

Source : Zeebiz

Published On : October 14, 2022

6 .

In terms of commitment to reduce inequality index by 2022, what does India rank among 161 countries?

A)

121

B)

123

C)

125

D)

128

Correct Answer : 123

India has moved up six places to rank 123 out of 161 countries for reducing inequality but continues to be among the lowest performers in health spending, according to the latest Commitment to Reducing Inequality Index (CRII).

* The 2022 CRII looks at government policies and actions in 161 countries to fight inequality during the first two years of the COVID-19 pandemic.

* Norway leads the CRII followed by Germany and Australia.

* India's overall rank has improved by six points from 129 in 2020 to 123 in 2022. It has moved up 12 places to rank 129 for reducing inequality through progressive spending.

* The country ranks 16 for progressive taxation, up by three.

* Under ranking for minimum wage, India has fallen 73 places due to the counttry being reclassified as not having a national minimum wage.

* Under the 'Impact of public spending on reducing inequality indicator', India has moved up 27 places and under 'Impact of tax on reducing inequality indicator', India has moved up 33 places..

Source : Business Standard

Published On : October 13, 2022

7 .

Which country has recently imposed visa restrictions on members of the Taliban responsible for the repression of women and girls in Afghanistan?

A)

France

B)

India

C)

Australia

D)

United States

Correct Answer : United States

The United States has imposed visa restrictions on members of the Taliban and other individuals responsible for the repression of women and girls in Afghanistan through policies and violence.

Secretary of State Antony Blinken in a statement on Tuesday(11th Oct 2022) said that the visa restriction policy restricts the issuance of visas for current or former Taliban members, members of non-state security groups, and other individuals believed to be responsible for, or complicit in, repressing women and girls in Afghanistan through restrictive policies and violence. He said immediate family members of such persons may also be subject to these restrictions.

The statement said, despite public assurances that it would respect the human rights of all Afghans, the Taliban has issued and enforced a series of policies or edicts that effectively bar women and girls in Afghanistan from full participation in public life, including access to secondary education and work in most industries.

The US called on other governments to join in taking similar actions and to continue to underscore a collective message that only a government in Afghanistan that represents all its people and protects and promotes the human rights of every individual could be considered legitimate..

Source : AIR

Published On : October 13, 2022

8 .

Who will launch 'Maa Bharati Ke Sapoot' website on October 14, 2022?

A)

Rajnath Singh

B)

Amit Shah

C)

Yogi Adityanath

D)

Nirmala Sitharaman

Correct Answer : Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister "Rajnath Singh" will be launching the ‘Maa Bharati Ke Sapoot’ (MBKS) website for the Armed Forces Battle Casualties Welfare Fund (AFBCWF) during a function at the National War Memorial Complex in New Delhi on October 14, 2022.

The AFBCWF is a Tri-service fund utilised to grant immediate financial assistance of ex-gratia to the next of kin and dependents of Battle Casualties.

Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan to be the ‘Goodwill Ambassador’

The Chief of Defence Staff, all three Service Chiefs, Param Vir Chakra (PVC) awardees and other prominent officials of the MoD, corporate heads, chairman & managing directors of banks, personnel from the sports field and celebrities are expected to attend the function.

On occasion, the ten of kins of fallen heroes and soldiers disabled in active military operations will also be felicitated. Parents and relatives of many war-decorated soldiers have also been invited..

Source : India Today

Published On : October 13, 2022

9 .

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has laid the foundation stone(13th Oct 2022) of two hydropower projects in which district of Himachal Pradesh?

A)

Mandi

B)

Kangra

C)

Bilaspur

D)

Chamba

Correct Answer : Chamba

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday(13th Oct 2022) laid foundation stones for two hydropower projects – the 48 MW Chanju-III hydro-electric project and the 30 MW Deothal Chanju hydro-electric project --in Chamba in Himachal Pradesh.

The two hydropower projects will generate over 270 million units of electricity annually and the state is expected to earn an annual revenue of around â‚¹110 crore from these.

“Chamba, Himachal will earn hundreds of crores from the electricity generated here and the youth of this place will get employment opportunities", PM Modi said.

“Last year also I had the opportunity to inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of 4 such big hydro-electric projects.

The Hydro Engineering College which was started in Bilaspur a few days back will also benefit the youth of Himachal"

The Prime Minister also launched Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) - III in Himachal Pradesh for upgrading around 3125 kilometres of roads in the state.

More than Rs. 420 crore has been sanctioned by the government under this phase for upgrading 440 kilometres of roads in 15 border and far flung blocks of the state.

Source : Mint

Published On : October 13, 2022

10 .

India has extended the Vaccine Action Programme joint statement till 2027 with which country?

A)

France

B)

Russia

C)

United States

D)

United Kingdom

Correct Answer : United States

The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) is implementing a focused bilateral collaborative programme known as the Indo-US Vaccine Action Programme (VAP), jointly with the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), National Institutes of Health (NIH), USA, since July 1987.

Dr. Rajesh S. Gokhale, the Secretary, DBT along with the Indian delegation comprising senior officials from DBT is visiting the USA for the 34th Meeting of the Joint Working Group (JWG) of VAP and other scientific consultations.

The JWG provides oversight to VAP and comprises of Experts and the policy makers from India and US.

The meeting is being held today at the NIH campus in Bethesda, Maryland in US.

During the meeting, the Joint statement of Indo-US VAP has been signed by Dr. Rajesh S. Gokhale and Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director, NIAID considering the five year extension accorded to the programme till 2027..

Source : AIR

Published On : October 13, 2022