{"id":60607,"date":"2023-09-15T18:34:31","date_gmt":"2023-09-15T13:04:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/?p=60607"},"modified":"2023-09-15T18:34:31","modified_gmt":"2023-09-15T13:04:31","slug":"daily-current-affairs-september-15-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/daily-current-affairs-september-15-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"Daily Current Affairs- September 15, 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Daily Current Affairs are a vital source of information for anyone who wants to stay updated on the latest happenings in the world. They cover topics such as politics, economy, sports, science, culture and more. By reading Daily Current Affairs, you can improve your general knowledge, awareness and analytical skills. You can also prepare better for competitive exams, interviews and discussions. Daily Current Affairs are available in various formats such as newspapers, magazines, websites, apps and podcasts. You can choose the one that suits your preference and convenience. Reading Daily Current Affairs regularly can help you become a well-informed and confident person.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/rbi-assistant\/?ref=9097\"><strong>Take RBI Assistant Free Mock Test<\/strong><\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">India\u2019s trade deficit narrows in August as exports rise slightly<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">India\u2019s trade deficit, the gap between exports and imports, shrank to $24.16 billion in August from $24.86 billion in the same month last year, according to Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">India\u2019s exports increased marginally to $34.48 billion in August from $32.25 billion in July, but declined year-on-year from $37.02 billion in August 2020.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">India\u2019s imports also rose slightly to $58.64 billion in August from $56.11 billion in July, but fell year-on-year from $61.88 billion in August 2020.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main drivers of India\u2019s exports were engineering goods, petroleum products, gems and jewellery, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main drivers of India\u2019s imports were crude oil, gold, electronic goods, machinery, and coal.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tata Steel secures UK government support for Port Talbot plant<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tata Steel, the Indian steel giant, has signed a deal with the UK government to invest in electric arc furnace technology at its Port Talbot plant in Wales.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The deal involves a grant of up to \u00a3500 million from the government, and a total capital expenditure of \u00a31.25 billion from both parties.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The deal aims to reduce the carbon emissions and energy costs of the plant, which is the UK\u2019s single biggest carbon emitter and employs around 3,000 workers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The deal is part of the UK\u2019s plan to decarbonize its steel industry and support its green transition, as well as Tata Steel\u2019s strategy to improve its profitability and sustainability.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The deal is subject to approval by the European Commission and the completion of due diligence by both parties.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/rbi-assistant\/?ref=9097\"><strong>Take RBI Assistant Free Mock Test<\/strong><\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">International Day of Democracy: Celebrating the values and principles of democracy<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The news is about the International Day of Democracy, which is observed on September 15th every year to commemorate the adoption of the Universal Declaration on Democracy by the Inter-Parliamentary Union in 19971.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The news explains the meaning and importance of democracy, which is a form of government that respects human rights and fundamental freedoms, and allows people to participate in decision-making processes that affect their lives.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The news also describes the significance and celebration of the International Day of Democracy, which provides an opportunity to review the state of democracy in the world, and to promote and uphold its values and principles2.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parliament to discuss Bill on CEC and ECs appointment and service conditions<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Bill seeks to regulate the appointment, service conditions, and office terms of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and other Election Commissioners (ECs).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Bill proposes to revise the salary, allowance, and service conditions of the CEC and ECs to bring it at par with those of a Cabinet Secretary, instead of a Supreme Court judge as per the current law.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Bill also proposes to constitute a committee of the Prime Minister, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, and a Cabinet Minister nominated by the PM to select members of the Election Commission of India (ECI).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Bill attempts to alter constitutional provisions that equate ECs with Supreme Court judges and seeks to undo the top court\u2019s recent ruling that suggested the inclusion of the Chief Justice of India in the selection committee.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Bill was passed in the Rajya Sabha on August 10 and will be discussed in the Lok Sabha on September 185. It has raised concerns about the independence and authority of the ECI.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/rbi-assistant\/?ref=9097\"><strong>Take RBI Assistant Free Mock Test<\/strong><\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Odisha on high alert as scrub typhus claims six lives<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scrub typhus is a bacterial infection that is transmitted by chigger bites and causes fever, headache, body aches, and rash.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Odisha has reported six deaths due to scrub typhus in Bargarh and Sundergarh districts since January 2023.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The state health department has directed the district health authorities to increase surveillance, testing, awareness, and treatment for scrub typhus and leptospirosis, another seasonal disease.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The department has also asked the authorities to investigate all deaths due to these diseases and take necessary containment measures.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The department has also advised the public to avoid exposure to chiggers and rodents, wear protective clothing, and seek medical attention if they develop any symptoms.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Empowering Women in Tamil Nadu: The Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thittam Scheme<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thittam is a women\u2019s rights grant scheme in Tamil Nadu.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It was launched on September 15, 2023, the birth anniversary of former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK founder C.N. Annadurai.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The scheme aims to recognize the unquantified efforts of women who play a significant role in society by investing countless hours in both domestic responsibilities and external work.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under this scheme, an estimated 1.06 crore women, recognized as heads of families and enrolled as beneficiaries, would be given a monthly rights grant or basic income of \u20b91,000 each.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The eligibility criteria for the scheme are as follows:<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Families earning annual income below \u20b92.5 lakh<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Families holding less than five acres of wetland or less than ten acres of dryland<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Families consuming less than 3,600 units of electricity per year for domestic use<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The entitlement of \u20b912,000 per annum is meant to improve the livelihood of women, enhance their standard of living and pave the way for them to live with self-respect in society.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/rbi-assistant\/?ref=9097\"><strong>Take RBI Assistant Free Mock Test<\/strong><\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Engineers\u2019 Day: Celebrating the legacy of Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The news is about the National Engineers\u2019 Day, which is celebrated in India on September 15th every year to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya, a renowned engineer, statesman, and scholar.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The news highlights the achievements and contributions of Sir Visvesvaraya, who is considered as the chief architect of modern India. He was involved in several major projects such as the Krishna Raja Sagara Dam, the Mysore Iron and Steel Works, and the Bhadravati Iron Works.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The news also mentions some of the awards and honors bestowed upon Sir Visvesvaraya, such as the Bharat Ratna, the Knight Commander of the Indian Empire, and the Doctor of Science from eight universities.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Banks stop allowing credit card overpayments to prevent fraud and money laundering<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The news is about a new policy by Indian banks to stop allowing credit card users to pay more than their outstanding amount on their apps or websites.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The reason for this policy is to prevent money laundering and fraud, as some cases have been reported where the excess amount parked in the credit cards has been used for illegal transactions by hackers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The banks have implemented checks and balances in their systems to block overpayments. If the customers pay through other banks, the card-issuing banks will refund the excess amount within a week.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The news also mentions that HDFC Bank, SBI Card and Axis Bank are among the banks that have adopted this policy, while some ICICI Bank customers claim that they can still overpay.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The news also quotes a HDFC Bank spokesperson who says that credit cards are not meant to be used as prepaid cards or savings accounts, and that there is a recent guideline that asks banks to refund excess credit balances on cards within a certain period.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/rbi-assistant\/?ref=9097\"><strong>Take RBI Assistant Free Mock Test<\/strong><\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">World Lymphoma Awareness Day 2023 observed on 15 September<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">World Lymphoma Awareness Day (WLAD) is observed on September 15th every year to increase awareness about lymphoma, a type of blood cancer that affects the lymphatic system.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lymphoma is a cancer that occurs when certain white blood cells, called lymphocytes, grow abnormally and multiply out of control. There are two main types of lymphoma: Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The symptoms of lymphoma can vary but often include swollen lymph nodes, unexplained weight loss, fatigue, night sweats, and itching. Diagnosis and treatment depend on the type and stage of lymphoma.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WLAD aims to educate the public about lymphoma, support and inform patients and their families, promote research and advocacy, reduce stigma and discrimination, and improve access to quality healthcare for lymphoma patients.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WLAD was initiated by the Lymphoma Coalition in 2004, an international network of lymphoma patient organizations. WLAD activities include educational campaigns, fundraising events, support group meetings, and awareness-raising initiatives.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cabinet Approves eCourts Phase III For 4 Years<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Cabinet has approved e-Courts Phase III, a project to modernize the Indian judiciary by using technology to improve efficiency and accessibility.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The project has a budget of Rs 7,210 crore and will run for four years, aiming to digitize court records, implement smart scheduling, and re-engineer judicial processes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The project is a continuation of the previous phases of e-Courts, which introduced the National Judicial Data Grid and other technological upgrades to court operations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The project is expected to benefit lawyers, litigants, judges, and the public by reducing delays, enhancing transparency, and simplifying legal procedures.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/rbi-assistant\/?ref=9097\"><strong>Take RBI Assistant Free Mock Test<\/strong><\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Birth certificate to be single document for Aadhaar, driving license, jobs from next month<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The news is about the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Act, 2023, which will make birth certificates the single document for various essential services from October 1, 2023.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Act aims to improve the efficiency and transparency of public service delivery by creating a national registry of births and deaths under the Registrar General of India and allowing data sharing with authorized authorities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Act also expands the list of reporters for births and deaths, such as adoptive parents, surrogate parents, and single parents, and introduces an appeals process for any disputes with the registrars.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Act was passed by both houses of Parliament during the Monsoon Session and will affect the use of birth certificates for services such as school and college admissions, driving license, voter list preparation, Aadhaar number, marriage registration, and government job appointments.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cabinet Approves Expansion of Ujjwala Yojana<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The news is about the third phase of the Ujjwala scheme, a government initiative to provide free gas connections to 7.5 million poor households for three years.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The scheme aims to improve the health and well-being of women and children by providing them with clean cooking fuel and reducing their exposure to smoke and pollution from traditional fuels.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The scheme was launched in 2016 and has already covered 96 million households in the previous two phases. The third phase will expand the coverage to more rural and remote areas and include more vulnerable groups.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The scheme is funded by the government and implemented by state-run oil marketing companies. The beneficiaries receive a deposit-free gas connection, a stove, and a refill at no cost1.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The scheme has been praised for its economic and social empowerment of women, who can save time and money on fuel collection and cooking, and use them for education, skill development, and income generation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/rbi-assistant\/?ref=9097\"><strong>Take RBI Assistant Free Mock Test<\/strong><\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GSITI Signs MoU With ISRO For Five Years<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The news is about the MoU signed between GSITI and ISRO for a five-year partnership under the NNRMS programme.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The MoU aims to provide training programs to strengthen capacity building in the domains of mineral resources and disaster management using geo-informatics, remote sensing, and GIS technologies.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The MoU was signed on September 11, 2023 by Dr. Mathew Joseph from ISRO and Dr. J.V. Thomas from GSITI, Hyderabad, which is the leading institute for this project.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The MoU will benefit around 300 participants from various government departments, PSUs, academic institutions, and research organizations by enhancing their skills and knowledge in these critical areas.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The MoU will also contribute to the development and management of natural resources, as well as the mitigation and response of disasters, in the country.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">YES BANK and BriskPe launch innovative cross-border payment solutions for MSMEs<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The news is about a partnership between YES BANK and BriskPe, a fintech company that specializes in cross-border payments.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The partnership aims to empower exporters and importers by launching BriskPe A2A, a suite of solutions that offer a seamless and efficient platform for international trade and payments.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BriskPe A2A enables customers to collect payments in over 36 foreign currencies from more than 180 countries and settle them in INR within a single business day, eliminating the hassles and delays of traditional transactions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The partnership also enhances the global competitiveness of Indian businesses, especially MSMEs, by providing them with clean cooking fuel, reducing their exposure to smoke and pollution, and simplifying their legal procedures.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/rbi-assistant\/?ref=9097\"><strong>Take RBI Assistant Free Mock Test<\/strong><\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BAE Systems and L&amp;T to introduce advanced all-terrain vehicle to India<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BAE Systems, a global defense and security company, and L&amp;T, an Indian industrial conglomerate, have partnered to bring the BvS10 all-terrain vehicle to the Indian armed forces.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The BvS10 is a versatile and robust vehicle that can operate in extreme environments such as snow, sand, and water. It can carry up to 14 personnel and various equipment and weapons.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The partnership is part of the \u2018Make in India\u2019 initiative, which aims to boost domestic defense manufacturing and innovation. The vehicles will be produced at L&amp;T\u2019s Armoured Systems Complex in Gujarat.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The BvS10-Sindhu is a customized variant of the BvS10 that meets the specific needs of the Indian Army. It will undergo trials this month to demonstrate its capabilities and performance.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The BvS10 also has a Mobile Short Range Air Defence system (MSHORAD) configuration, which enables it to detect and destroy aerial threats up to 5 kilometers above ground level.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">India becomes the 13th nation to issue OIML certificates for weights and measures<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The news is about India\u2019s achievement of becoming the 13th nation authorized to issue International Organisation of Legal Metrology (OIML) certificates for weights and measures.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The announcement was made by the Union Consumer Affairs Ministry on September 14, 2023, in New Delhi, highlighting India\u2019s metrological capabilities and commitment3.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The OIML certificates are required for selling weights and measures in the international market. They ensure that the products conform to the international standards and regulations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The new authority will benefit both domestic and international manufacturers of weighing and measuring instruments, as they can now get their products tested and certified within India, saving time and money.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The new authority will also boost India\u2019s revenue, employment, and competitiveness in the global market, as well as facilitate international trade and cooperation in the field of legal metrology.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/rbi-assistant\/?ref=9097\"><strong>Take RBI Assistant Free Mock Test<\/strong><\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LIC pays Rs 1,831 crore dividend to the government for 2022-2312<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The news is about the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), the largest insurer in the country, handing over a dividend cheque of Rs 1,831.09 crore to the Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on September 15, 2023.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The dividend represents the government\u2019s share of LIC\u2019s profits for the financial year 2022-23, which was approved by LIC\u2019s shareholders at the Annual General Meeting held on August 22, 2023.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The government holds a majority stake of 96.5 percent in LIC, which is planning to launch a mega IPO of Rs 21,000 crore in the near future5. LIC\u2019s shares are currently trading at Rs 660.80, lower than the issue price of Rs 949 per share.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LIC reported a robust profit growth of Rs 9,544 crore for the first quarter of 2023, compared to Rs 683 crore in the same period last year. The profit was driven by a higher net investment income from its huge asset base.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Daily Current Affairs are a vital source of information for anyone who wants to stay updated on the latest happenings in the world. They cover topics such as politics, economy, sports, science, culture and more. By reading Daily Current Affairs, you can improve your general knowledge, awareness and analytical skills. 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