Current Affairs is the most important area in all competitive exams. But the difficulty level is very high. That’s why; many aspirants get confused, how to select Current Affairs for Preparation of Competitive Examination? In this Post, Daily Current Affairs 22 February 2023, we have tried to cover each and every point and also included all important facts from National/ International news that are useful for upcoming competitive examinations such as UPSC, SSC, Railway, State Govt. etc.
So, here is the Top News of the Day for 22 February 2023 to help you prepare the Latest Current Affairs part. After reading this section, you can successfully attempt Current Affairs Quiz.
Current Affairs for Competitive Exam – 22 February 2023
Delhi government banned Ola, Rapido, Uber bike taxi services
Delhi government banned Ola, Rapido, Uber Bike:
The usage of bike taxi services, including those provided by well-known applications like Ola, Uber, and Rapido, has been forbidden in Delhi. The Delhi Transport Department issued the order banning the use of bike taxis on the grounds that doing so is against the law. The department ordered the bike taxi business owners to immediately cease operations.
February 2023 Current Affairs Quiz
The Delhi government just issued a ban, but it only applies to motorbikes because it hasn’t yet prohibited cars or cab services. The primary factor, according to the Delhi Transport Directorate, is that bike taxi drivers consistently break the rules. It states that two-wheelers are not permitted to transport non-commercial quantities of passengers for profit. By facilitating booking through an app, some digital platforms are enabling these operations in violation of Section 93 by acting as aggregators, and shall be punishable with a fine up to Rs 1 lakh under Section 193(2) of Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, as per the department.
Reason for ban on Ola, Rapido, Uber Bike Service
- In contravention of the Motor Vehicle Act of 1988, it has come to our attention that two-wheelers with a Non-Transport (Private) registration mark or number are being used to transport people for hire or reward.
- When two-wheelers are used for business purposes, the Motor Vehicles Act of 1988 is broken.
- Following the Delhi Transport Department’s directive, hefty fines have been imposed on persons using two-wheelers as taxis.
Heavy fine for the violation of law:
- For a first offence, there may be a 5,000 rupee fine; for a second offence, there may be a 10,000 rupee fine and up to a year in jail.
- In addition, a Supreme Court committee will decide to suspend the driver’s licence for a minimum of three months.
- The fine for the applications might be as high as Rs 1 lakh.
World Thinking Day observed on 22nd February
World Thinking Day 2023: The World Organization of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS) celebrates World Thinking Day on February 22 every year. The goal of the day is to collect money for the 10 million girl scouts and guides who are active in more than 150 countries while also celebrating sisterhood, solidarity, and women’s empowerment. Female scouts are also encouraged to build enduring bonds with one another on World Thinking Day that put loyalty and respect first.
February 2023 Current Affairs Quiz
Theme of World Thinking Day
World Thinking Day 2023 will have the theme “Our World, Our Peaceful Future”, explores what one can understand from the ecosystem and how we can cooperate with nature to build a more secure and tranquil future for girls worldwide.
Significance of World Thinking Day
Scouts and guides from all over the world get together to celebrate their common beliefs and objectives on World Thinking Day. It is also an opportunity to reflect on the achievements of the scouting movement and the impact it has had on the world. International youth organisations that foster character growth, leadership, and outdoor skills are known as scouting organisations. Scouting organisations offer a wide range of programs and activities for young people, including camping, hiking, community service, and leadership development.
History of World Thinking Day
The necessity for World Thinking Day was raised back in 1926 at the fourth female scout international conference. The conference agreed on dedicating February 22 as Thinking Day. On February 22, both Lord Baden-Powell, the man behind the Boy Scouts of America, and his wife Lady Olave Baden-Powell, the first head guide of the organisation, were born.
Six years later, during the 7th World Conference in Bucze, Poland in 1932, delegates highlighted that presents are typically given on birthdays, thus girls may convey their gratitude by giving presents to the International Movement by donating on Thinking Day.
Jnanappana Prize for 2023 went to poet V Madhusoodanan Nair
Jnanappana Award – 2023: The Guruvayur Devaswom’s Jnanappana Award – 2023 has been chosen for poet V. Madhusoodanan Nair. The award carries ₹50,001, a gold locket of Guruvayurappan and a citation. It will be presented to the poet by Minister for Higher Education R. Bindu at a cultural meet to be held at Melpathur Auditorium, Guruvayur. Madhusoodanan was selected for the prestigious award in consideration of his overall contributions to the literary world. The award consists of a Rs 50,001 cash prize, 10 gram gold locket with an image of Sree Guruvayoorappan, a citation, and a memento.
February 2023 Current Affairs Quiz
About the V. Madhusoodanan Nair
V. Madhusoodanan Nair is an Indian poet and critic of Malayalam literature, who is credited with contributions in popularizing poetry through recitation. He is most known for Naranathu Bhranthan, the poem in Malayalam literature with the most printings, as well as for his music recordings that include readings of both his own poetry and poetry by other well-known poets. Kerala Sahitya Akademi honoured him with their annual award for poetry in 1993. He is also a recipient many other honours including Sahitya Akademi Award, Asan Smaraka Kavitha Puraskaram, Padmaprabha Literary Award, Kunju Pillai Award, R. G. Mangalom Award, Souparnikatheeram Prathibhapuraskaram and Janmashtami Puraskaram.
Reserve Bank of India appoints Shri Vikramaditya Singh Khichi as a member in the Advisory Committee of M/s Reliance Capital Ltd
Reserve Bank of India appoints Shri Vikramaditya Singh Khichi as a member in the Advisory Committee of M/s Reliance Capital Ltd: Vikramaditya Singh Khichi has been appointed by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to a panel that will provide advice to the administrator of the heavily indebted Reliance Capital (RCap). Khichi, former executive director of Bank of Baroda, has been appointed to Reliance Capital’s advisory committee following the resignation of Srinivasan Varadarajan from the panel.
February 2023 Current Affairs Quiz
More About This Development:
On December 7, 2021, the RBI established an advisory committee to provide guidance to the administrator during the corporate insolvency resolution process of RCap about the activities of the financial service providers. Earlier, RCap was planning to challenge the verdict of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) that ruled Torrent Investment as the highest bidder for the firm in the Supreme Court.
Consequent upon the resignation of Shri Srinivasan Varadarajan from the Advisory Committee with effect from February 17, 2023, it has been decided to appoint Shri Vikramaditya Singh Khichi as a member of the Advisory Committee with immediate effect.
The Advisory Committee comprise of following members:
- Shri Sanjeev Nautiyal, ex-DMD, State Bank of India
- Shri Praveen P Kadle, ex-MD & CEO, Tata Capital Limited
- Shri Vikramaditya Singh Khichi, ex-ED, Bank of Baroda
The Advisory Committee shall advise the Administrator in the operations of Reliance Capital Ltd during the corporate insolvency resolution process.
RBI: Introduction of Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) related transaction code in NEFT and RTGS Systems
RBI: Introduction of Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) related transaction code in NEFT and RTGS Systems– Reserve Bank of India vide its Circular dated 16th February, 2023 regarding the introduction of Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) related transaction code in NEFT and RTGS Systems.
February 2023 Current Affairs Quiz
New RBI rules for foreign donations via NEFT, RTGS:
Currently, only the “FCRA account” of the State Bank of India (SBI), New Delhi Main Branch, may be used to receive foreign contributions (NDMB). Direct payments to the FCRA account are made by overseas banks using the SWIFT system, and by Indian intermediary banks using the NEFT and RTGS systems. The donor details such as name, address, country of origin, amount, currency, and purpose of remittance are required to be captured in such transactions and SBI is required to report the same to Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on daily basis.
The required modifications have been made to the NEFT and RTGS systems; the technical details are provided in the circular’s annexure. Member banks are advised to incorporate necessary changes in their core banking / middleware solutions to capture the requisite details while forwarding the foreign donations through NEFT and RTGS systems to SBI. The Chairman, Managing Director, and Chief Executive Officer of member banks that participate in the NEFT and RTGS Services are subject to this Circular, which will take effect on March 15, 2023.
18th World Security Congress Begins in Jaipur
18th World Security Congress Begins in Jaipur: The International Union of Railways (UIC), Paris and the Railway Protection Force (RPF) together organised the 18th UIC World Security Congress, which lasted three days and started on February 21. Theme of this year’s Congress is “Railway Security Strategy: Responses and Vision for Future”.
February 2023 Current Affairs Quiz
About World Security Congress:
The World Security Congress is a globally recognized security platform that brings together representatives from member Railway Organizations, delegates of UIC, policy makers, senior law-enforcement officials from State Polices and Railway Protection Force to discuss the current security challenges and deliberate on innovative solutions in the Railway Sector.
About UIC (Union International Des Chemins) or International Union of Railways:
Paris is headquarters to the UIC (Union International Des Chemins), or International Union of Railways, which was founded in 1922. It is the worldwide professional association representing the railway sector for research, development & promotion of rail transport.
Members are invited to take a proactive role in the UIC working groups and assemblies where the railways’ position on regional/worldwide issues is shaped. Active participation in the working groups offers a special chance to express viewpoints and gain from the influence of the railway industry on a coordinated worldwide scale. The Security Platform of UIC is empowered to develop and formulate analysis and policy positions on behalf of the global rail sector in matters relating to security of persons, property and installations.
About 17th World Security Congress:
The seventeenth UIC World Security Congress, jointly organised by UIC and PKP, was held on 14 and 15 June 2022 in Warsaw, Poland. Innovative security solutions for rail was the theme of the 17th edition. It provided a unique opportunity for the partners to exchange on the challenges of making rail more safe and secure.
10-Day Taj Mahotsav Starts In Agra of Uttar Pradesh
10-Day Taj Mahotsav Starts In Agra: The Taj Mahotsav was formally introduced on February 20 (Monday) at Agra by Yogendra Upadhyay, the state of Uttar Pradesh’s minister of higher education. He claimed that the 10-day festival had drawn tourists from other countries in addition to locals. This year’s festival, which has “Vishwa Bandhutva” as its theme, has a total of 300 artisans from a number of states and UTs, including Jammu & Kashmir, West Bengal, Bihar, and Himachal Pradesh.
February 2023 Current Affairs Quiz
Taj Mahotsav Starts In Agra of Uttar Pradesh
- This year’s event has the theme “Vishwa Bandhutva,” and there are 300 artisans from different states and UTs participating, including Jammu & Kashmir, West Bengal, Bihar, and Himachal Pradesh. This Mahotsav, which blends art, culture, and cuisines, has attracted visitors from different countries in addition to inhabitants of Agra.
- Several cultural events will be held at Agra’s Shilpgram and other locations over the course of the next ten days, according to District Magistrate Navneet Singh Chahal.
- According to visitors, it is a one-stop shop where people can shop, attend cultural activities, and taste local cuisine. Also, it offers local craftspeople and artists opportunity.
RBI scraps licence of MP-based Garha Co-operative Bank
RBI scraps licence of MP-based Garha Co-operative Bank: The licence of Madhya Pradesh’s Garha Co-operative Bank, Guna, was withdrawn by the Central Bank of India (RBI) due to insufficient capital and earning potential. According to a statement from the RBI, approximately 98.4% of the depositors of the cooperative bank are eligible to receive the full value of their savings from the Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC).
February 2023 Current Affairs Quiz
RBI scraps licence of MP-based Garha Co-operative Bank: Key Points
The bank is immediately forbidden from carrying out a number of activities, including accepting deposits and repaying deposits, as a result of the termination of its licence. According to the RBI, the bank lacked sufficient capital and earning potential, which revoked the licence with effect as of Monday’s end of business hours. Furthermore, it stated that given its current financial situation, Garha Co-operative Bank would be unable to fully reimburse its depositors.
What will happen to the depositors?
Upon liquidation, each depositor would be eligible to collect from DICGC the deposit insurance claim amount of his or her deposits, up to a maximum financial limit of Rs 5,00,000.DICGC has already paid out Rs 12.37 crore of the total protected deposits as of December 19, 2022, depending on the consent given by the relevant bank depositors.
Ladakh sets Guinness world record for 21-km long frozen lake marathon
Ladakh sets Guinness world record for 21-km long frozen lake marathon: Ladakh has created history by successfully conducting its maiden 21-km trail running event in sub-zero temperature at 13,862 feet high Pangong Tso. It was registered in the Guinness world record as the world’s highest frozen lake half marathon.
Spread across the border of India and China, the 700-square kilometer Pangong Lake records a temperature of minus 30 degrees Celsius during winter, making the salt water lake frozen with ice.
The four-hour-long marathon started from Lukung and ended at Maan village on Monday with no injury reported to any of the 75 participants, Leh District Development Commissioner Shrikant Balasaheb Suse told PTI.
February 2023 Current Affairs Quiz
Named as the ‘Last Run’ to remind the people about the climate change and need to save the Himalayas, the marathon was organised by the Adventure Sports Foundation of Ladakh (ASFL) in collaboration with Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council, Leh, Tourism Department, Ladakh and Leh district administration. Five energy stations, consisting of energy drinks, medical teams, oxygen support, and mobile ambulances were set up along the route, consisting of energy drinks, medical teams and oxygen support, along with mobile ambulances.
Minister Dharmendra Pradhan launches Learning-Teaching Material
Minister Dharmendra Pradhan launches Learning-Teaching Material : As envisaged under National Education Policy 2020, Union Education Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan launched Learning – Teaching Material for Foundational Stage in presence of Minister of Education, Smt Annapurna Devi and Dr. K Kasturirangan, Chairman, National Steering Committee on National Curriculum Framework in New Delhi. It was launched for the Foundational Stages of children. It is a unique initiative of the government that will help students of foundational stages to learn in a play-way method with ease.
February 2023 Current Affairs Quiz
Shri Pradhan highlighted that ‘Jadui Pitara’ comprising of playbooks, toys, puzzles, posters, flash cards, story books, worksheets as well as reflecting the local culture, social context and languages is designed to pique curiosity and accommodate the diverse needs of learners in the foundational stage. He also informed that ‘Jadui Pitara’ developed under the National Curriculum Framework is available in 13 Indian languages. It is a giant leap towards enriching the learning-teaching environment and making it more child-centric, lively and joyful for the Amrit Generation as envisioned in the NEP 2020.
The salient points of “Jaadui Pitara” are as follows:-
- CORE transformative aspect of NCF-FS – ‘learn through Play’
- Foundational Stage – ages 3-8- learn best and effectively through Play
- Research from fields as diverse as Neurosciences to Education
- Applies to Class 1 & 2 also (age 6-8) – huge shift – children will learn through play, have fun, and FLN will be addressed.
- Learning and Development in 5 domains: Physical Development, Socio-emotional and Ethical Development, Cognitive Development, Language and Literacy Development, Aesthetic and Cultural Development, Positive Learning Habits has been included as another domain of development at this stage.
- To enable play :
- A wide range of resources to be used for learning and teaching NOT only books
- Toys, Puzzles, Puppets
- Posters, Flash cards
- Worksheets and attractive books
- Local environment, context, and community
- Rooted in life, local context and India
- Jaadui Pitara brings all this to life:
- Range of resources
- Flexibility to accommodate variety and local resources
- Fun
INS Sumedha reaches Abu Dhabi to participate in IDEX and NAVDEX
INS Sumedha reaches Abu Dhabi to participate in IDEX and NAVDEX : Indian Naval Ship Sumedha has reached Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE) to participate in Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX) 2023 and International Defence Exhibition(IDEX) 2023.
Agenda: To showcase the strengths of India’s indigenous shipbuilding and underscore the vision of Aatma Nirbhar Bharat.
February 2023 Current Affairs Quiz
INS Sumedha is the third ship of the indigenously built Saryu class Naval Offshore Patrol Vessels and was commissioned into the Indian Navy in 2014. The ship is fitted with an impressive array of weapons and sensors, can carry an integral helicopter and boasts of long endurance.
India to host Permanent Mission Roundtables at UN as G- 20 chair
India to host Permanent Mission Roundtables at UN as G- 20 chair : India will host the Permanent Mission Roundtables at United Nations Head Quarter as Chair of G- 20 and ahead of the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Summit 2023 to be held in New York.
February 2023 Current Affairs Quiz
During the event, the focus will be on India’s growth story and achievements and how these might be scaled for the potential benefit of the global South. On the 23rd of this month, a roundtable titled ‘Gandhian Trusteeship: A panel discussion on Sustainable Lifestyles and Enduring Pace’ will be held. A series of roundtables have been lined up for the next few months.
Focus: India’s growth story and achievements and how these might be scaled for the potential benefit of the global South
Ranbir Kapoor wins Best Actor at the DPIFF awards 2023
Ranbir Kapoor wins Best Actor at the DPIFF awards 2023 : Ranbir Kapoor was awarded the Best Actor award at the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival (DPIFF) Awards 2023 in Mumbai. Bollywood star couple Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor won the biggest honours at the ceremony. While the actress bagged the Best Actress award for her phenomenal performance in Gangubai Kathiawadi, RK was named the Best Actor for his fantasy action-adventure film Brahmastra: Part One Shiva. Ranbir’s win received not-so-nice reactions online.
February 2023 Current Affairs Quiz
Alia Bhatt won the Best Actress award for Gangubai Kathiawadi.
Best Film: The Kashmir Files
Film Of The Year: RRR
Most Promising Actor: Rishab Shetty (Kantara)
Critics Best Actor: Varun Dhawan (Bhediya)
Critics Best Actress: Vidya Balan (Jalsa)
Best Director: R Balki (Chup)
