Current Affairs for Competitive Exam by Gkseries –21 September 2022
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 21 September 2022, 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.
Current Affairs for Competitive Exam – 21 September 2022
Manoj Bajpayee released ‘Muskurate Chand Lamhe aur Kuchh Khamoshiyan’
Manoj Bajpayee released ‘Muskurate Chand Lamhe aur Kuchh Khamoshiyan’: Noted Film Actor, Manoj Bajpayee has released a book titled Muskurate Chand Lamhe aur Kuchh Khamoshiyan.
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The book has been released in presence of Information and Broadcasting Secretary Apurva Chandra in New Delhi. The book offers a collection of poems. This book has been authored by a retired IAS officer of UP cadre, Jiwesh Nandan.
The book has been published by Shobit Arya, the founder and publisher of Wisdom Tree, an Indian publishing organisation.
VK Singh appointed as Ex-Servicemen Welfare Secretary
VK Singh appointed as Ex-Servicemen Welfare Secretary: Senior bureaucrat, Vijoy Kumar Singh has assumed charge as Ex-Servicemen Welfare Secretary.
He is a 1990-batch IAS officer of Punjab cadre and has an experience of more than 32 years in administration.
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He recently served as special secretary in Ministry of Textiles. Prior to this appointment, he had served as joint secretary in Department of Personnel & Training and had extensive interactions with Armed Forces personnel during his career in Punjab.
Dharmendra Pradhan launches Ramakrishna Mission’s ‘Awakening’ Programme
Dharmendra Pradhan launches Ramakrishna Mission’s ‘Awakening’ Programme: Union Minister for Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Dharmendra Pradhan has launched Ramakrishna Mission’s ‘Awakening’ Programme for students of classes I to V.
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Highlights:
The NEP 2020 is inspired by the philosophy of Swami Vivekananda. Ramkrishna Mission has a legacy of imparting applied education. NEP 2020 has emphasized on creating value-based educational programs for 9th and 12th in addition to creating programs for classes I to VIII.
Bihar govt to introduce ‘no-bag day’ in schools
Bihar govt to introduce ‘no-bag day’ in schools: The Bihar government is ready to introduce a ‘no-bag day’ rule in schools and a mandatory games period at least once a week to reduce the burden on students.
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Aim: To engage students in various activities which can positively impact their learning.
As per the notification, the weekly ”no-bag day” will have task-based practical classes. At least once a week, students will come to schools only with their lunch boxes. They do not need to carry books.
SBI WeCare FD scheme for senior citizens extended till March 2023
SBI WeCare FD scheme for senior citizens extended till March 2023: SBI has extended the deadline to invest in its senior citizen FD scheme, SBI WeCare FD, till March 31, 2023.
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Aim: To secure senior citizens’ income by paying additional interest on term deposits.
Features:
- Period of Deposit: 5 to 10 years
- Interest Rate: Additional premium of 30 bps (over and above existing premium of 50 bps) over card rate for Public.
Interest rate applicable to the FD will be 6.45%. It also provides availability of Loan Facility.
SBI, Remitly join hands for secure and easy remittance to India
SBI, Remitly join hands for secure and easy remittance to India: SBI has collaborated with Remitly to provide safe and simple remittances to India. The collaboration will enables NRIs to send money through SBI via Remitly to their family members by using mobile and web applications.
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Depending on the form and amount of transfers, Remitly provides superior exchange rates, immediate credits, and no remittance charge.
The US Department of Treasury has certified Remitly as a money services firm.
Indian Navy decommissions INS Ajay after 32 years of service
Indian Navy decommissions INS Ajay after 32 years of service: Indian Navy has decommissioned INS Ajay after rendering 32 years of glorious service to the nation at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai.
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About INS Ajay:
It was commissioned on January 24, 1990 at Poti, Georgia in the erstwhile USSR. It was a part of the 23rd Patrol Vessel Squadron under the operational control of Flag Officer Commanding, Maharashtra Naval Area.
Participation: Op Talwar during Kargil War and Op Parakram in 2001
Chief Guest: Vice Admiral Ajendra Bahadur Singh.
Manipur CM N. Biren Singh launches ‘CM Da Haisi’ web portal
Manipur CM N. Biren Singh launches ‘CM Da Haisi’ web portal: Manipur CM N. Biren Singh has launched a web portal named ‘CM Da Haisi’ (Inform to CM).
Aim: To receive complaints and grievances from the general public.
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The public can raise their grievances in the web portal by logging on to www.cmdahaisi.mn.gov.in. With the help of this portal, the complainants can also check the status of their complaints. This portal will be used by the Public Grievances Redressal and Anti-Corruption Cell stationed at CM Secretariat.
Bangladesh beat Nepal to clinch maiden 2022 SAFF Women’s Championship title
Bangladesh beat Nepal to clinch maiden 2022 SAFF Women’s Championship title: Bangladesh has secured the maiden SAFF Women’s Championship title at the Dashrath Rangshala Stadium in Kathmandu, Nepal.
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The Bangladesh has defeated hosts Nepal by 3-1 in the finals. Sabina Khatun(Bangladesh skipper) has become the top scorer of the tournament with 8 goals in 5 matches.
She was also named as the Most Valuable Player of the tournament for her extraordinary game. The Bangladesh won the fair play award also.
Best goalkeeper: Rupna Chakma (Bangladesh)
World Alzheimer’s Day 2022 observed on 21st September
World Alzheimer’s Day 2022 observed on 21st September: Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most brutal and painful diseases to experience for an individual and their loved ones. To raise awareness about the downfalls of the disease and motivate those who suffer from it, World Alzheimer’s Day is celebrated each year across the globe on September 21. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia and affects the person’s memory, mental ability, and ability to carry out simple tasks. On World Alzheimer’s Day, healthcare organizations support Alzheimer’s walks while seminars and public activities are held in communities around the globe to raise awareness on Alzheimer’s.
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World Alzheimer’s Day 2022: Theme
This year’s theme for World Alzheimer’s Month is ‘Know Dementia, know Alzheimer’s’. It is in continuation with the last year’s campaign which focused on warning signs and diagnosis of dementia and also the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the dementia community around the world. However, this year, special emphasis will be laid on post-diagnosis support for dementia.
World Alzheimer’s Day: History
World Alzheimer’s Day was first marked on 21 September 1994 at the opening of ADI’s annual conference in Edinburgh. The day was celebrated to mark the 10th anniversary of the organization, which was founded in 1984. ADI promotes Alzheimer’s associations around the world and works to encourage the development of better policies at regional and international levels. World Alzheimer’s Day is part of the annual World Alzheimer’s Month which is observed in September to sensitize, educate, and demystify dementia.
The month is being observed by Alzheimer’s Disease International (ADI), an international federation which raises awareness on the disorder.
Gross Direct Tax Collection Registered Growth of 30% in 2022-23
Gross Direct Tax Collection Registered Growth of 30% in 2022-23: The Central Board of Direct Taxes(CBDT) in a statement said that the net direct tax collections so far this financial year are at ₹700,669 crore, an increase of 23% as compared to ₹568,147 crore till the same period of the corresponding financial year. The total includes corporation tax of ₹368,484 crore and personal income tax (including securities transaction tax) worth ₹330,490 crore.
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What The CBDT Said:
The CBDT statement noted that the direct tax collections continue to grow at a robust pace, a clear indicator of the revival of economic activity post-pandemic, notably as also the result of the stable policies focusing on simplification and streamlining of processes and plugging of tax leakage through effective use of technology.
What The No. Suggests:
The gross collection of direct taxes (before adjusting for refunds) for FY 2022-23 stands at Rs 8,36,225 crore compared to Rs 6,42,287 crore in the corresponding period of preceding financial year i.e. 2021-22, registering a growth of 30 per cent over collections of 2021-22,” the ministry said in a statement. It said while adding that the the gross collection includes corporation tax at ₹436,020 crore and personal income tax (PIT) including securities transaction tax(STT) at ₹398,440 crore.
Total Direct Tax:
As per the CBDT statement, “the cumulative advance tax collections for the first and second quarter of the FY 2022-23 stand at ₹295,308 crore as on 17.09.2022, against advance tax collections of ₹252,077 crore for the corresponding period of the immediately preceding Financial Year i.e FY 2021-22, showing a growth of 17 per cent. The advance tax collection of ₹295,308 crore comprises corporation tax (CIT) at ₹229,132 crore and personal income tax (PIT) at ₹66,176 crore.”
It is worth noting that the speed of processing of income tax returns too rose this fiscal while almost 93% of the duly verified ITRs filed this year have been processed till Saturday, it said. “This has resulted in the faster issue of refunds with almost a 468 per cent increase in the number of refunds issued in the current financial year,” it added further that subsequently, refunds amounting to ₹135,556 crore have been issued so far against refunds of ₹74,140 crore being issued during the corresponding period in the preceding financial year 2021-22, showing a growth of around 83%.
International Day of Peace celebrates on 21st September
International Day of Peace celebrates on 21st September: Each year the International Day of Peace is observed around the world on 21 September. The UN General Assembly has declared this as a day devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, through observing 24 hours of non-violence and cease-fire.
This year’s theme is “End racism. Build peace.”
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What is the symbol of international peace day?
The Peace Bell was donated by the United Nations Association of Japan in 1954. It has become tradition to ring the bell twice a year: on the first day of spring, at the Vernal Equinox, and on 21 September to celebrate the International Day for Peace.
International Day of Peace 2022: History
The International Day of Peace was established in 1981 by the United Nations General Assembly. Two decades later, in 2001, the General Assembly unanimously voted to designate the Day as a period of non-violence and cease-fire. This year’s UN page on International Day of Peace highlights the ace-based discrimination at borders.