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Current Affairs – November 07 2023
1. Indian Women’s Hockey Team Wins Gold at Asian Champions Trophy 2023
The Indian women’s hockey team has emerged victorious in the Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2023, securing the gold medal for the second time in the competition’s history. The team’s remarkable journey to victory was celebrated and praised by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The tournament’s final match, which sealed India’s triumphant moment, took place on 5th November 2023, at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Mundra Astroturf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi. India displayed exceptional prowess by defeating Japan 4-0 in the final match.
2. Mundra Becomes India’s First Port To Handle 16.1 Million Tonnes Of Cargo
Mudra Port, the flagship of Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ), continues to break records in India’s maritime industry. With its strategic location, superior infrastructure and consistent growth, the port has achieved remarkable milestones, including handling over 16.1 million metric tons (MMT) of Cargo in October 2023.
This article explores the significant achievements of Mudra Port, its historical timeline and its ambitious target of reaching 200 MMT in cargo volumes by FY25.
3. IIT Kanpur Launches A Center Of Excellence Called ATMAN To Monitor Air Quality
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) has established a Center of Excellence (CoE) named ATMAN (Advanced Technologies for Monitoring Air-quality iNdicators).
The CoE is a significant step towards the Atma Nirbhar Bharat initiative of the Government of India, focusing on building indigenous low-cost sensor manufacturing and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) capabilities to enhance air quality across urban and rural areas of India.
4. Max Verstappen wins Brazilian Grand Prix 2023
Brazilian Grand Prix, three-time champion Max Verstappen showcased his driving prowess by leading from start to finish and securing a well-deserved victory.
The race, held at the Interlagos Circuit in São Paulo, provided a spectacular spectacle for Formula 1 fans worldwide.
Max Verstappen, representing Red Bull Racing, displayed exceptional control and skill as he led the race right from the beginning.
His flawless performance on the track solidified his status as one of the sport’s elite drivers.
5. IIT Madras Sets Its First International Campus On Zanzibar Island In Tanzania
IIT Madras has become the first Indian Institute of Technology to establish an international campus on the picturesque Zanzibar Island in East Africa.
Inaugurated by the President of Zanzibar, Hussein Ali Mwinyi, this historic initiative signifies a brighter educational future, facilitated by a memorandum of understanding between India and Tanzania, ushering in a new era of global education and cooperation.
6. Heeralal Samariya Appointed as the New Chief Information Commissioner
In an official announcement dated November 6, 2023, Shri Heeralal Samariya was appointed as the Chief Information Commissioner of the Central Information Commission. He formally assumed his new role on the same day.
A swearing-in ceremony was held in the Central Information Commission to mark the assumption of office by the new appointees. During the ceremony, Shri Heeralal Samariya administered the oath of office to the newly appointed Information Commissioners.
7. Bharat Botanics To Open India’s Largest Cold Oil Production Facility In Gujarat
Recently, Bharat Botanics announced the opening of its cutting-edge wood-pressed Cold Oil processing facility in Gondal, Rajkot Gujarat.
This 16,000-square-foot automated facility is one of its kind, promoting 100% hygiene and transparency, marking a significant step towards healthier living, and sustainability, and providing healthy edible oils for every customer it serves.
Mr. Manish Popat, Co-Founder of Bharat Botanics, emphasizes, ‘We’re excited to announce the expansion of our production capacity to meet the exponential rise in demand for our products from the 12,000 direct B2C customers we have served.’
8. IIT Madras Sets Its First International Campus On Zanzibar Island In Tanzania
IIT Madras has become the first Indian Institute of Technology to establish an international campus on the picturesque Zanzibar Island in East Africa. Inaugurated by the President of Zanzibar, Hussein Ali Mwinyi, this historic initiative signifies a brighter educational future, facilitated by a memorandum of understanding between India and Tanzania, ushering in a new era of global education and cooperation.
9. India and Bhutan Enhance Bilateral Ties with New Initiatives
India and Bhutan have recently announced several key initiatives to strengthen their bilateral relationship. During a meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bhutan King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, both countries discussed trade, technology, and cross-border connectivity. This comes at a time when China and Bhutan are in negotiations to resolve their border dispute.
The two nations have agreed to conduct a “final location survey” for a proposed rail link between Kokrajhar in Assam, India, and Gelephu in Bhutan, which is set to be built with Indian support.
10. Heeralal Samariya Appointed as the New Chief Information Commissioner
In an official announcement dated November 6, 2023, Shri Heeralal Samariya was appointed as the Chief Information Commissioner of the Central Information Commission. He formally assumed his new role on the same day.
A swearing-in ceremony was held in the Central Information Commission to mark the assumption of office by the new appointees. During the ceremony, Shri Heeralal Samariya administered the oath of office to the newly appointed Information Commissioners.
11. National Cancer Awareness Day 2023 Observed on 7th November
National Cancer Awareness Day is an annual observance in India, held on November 7th, to raise public awareness about the importance of early cancer detection, prevention strategies, and the critical aspects of cancer treatment. This significant day was first initiated in 2014, underscoring the gravity of the cancer epidemic and the urgent need to address it.
