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 27 & 28 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 – 27 & 28 September 2022
Govt to launch Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan
Govt to launch Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan: Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has launched a Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan for implementing City Action Plans prepared as part of National Clean Air Programme.
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Aim: To reduce air pollution upto 40% by 2025-26.
This survey has categorized 131 cities into three groups based on population.
- First group: Population more than 10 lakh (47 cities)
- Second group: Population between 3 to 10 lakh (44 cities)
- Third group: Population less than 3 lakh (40 cities)
BPCL, Petrobras signs MoU to diversify crude oil sourcing
BPCL, Petrobras signs MoU to diversify crude oil sourcing: Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd has signed an MoU with Brazilian oil major, Petrobras to diversify its crude oil sourcing. The MoU was signed by Arun Kumar Singh (Chairman BPCL) and Caio Paes de Andrade (CEO Petrobras) in Brazil.
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Aim: To strengthen future crude oil trade relations between the two companies and explore potential crude import opportunities by BPCL.
Petrobras operates in an integrated and specialized manner in the oil, natural gas and energy industry.
CEC of LAHDC Kargil inaugurated first ever Mega Kissan Mela in Ladakh
CEC of LAHDC Kargil inaugurated first ever Mega Kissan Mela in Ladakh: CEC of LAHDC Kargil Feroz Ahmad Khan has inaugurated the first ever Mega Kissan Mela at Indoor Stadium Kargil.
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This event was organised by Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST) Kashmir. Stalls were established by scores of progressive farmers, KVK Centre, & Research Centre from across UT Ladakh and J&K.
Aim: Experts will educate the farmers about latest techniques and use of high yielding varieties for satiable agriculture.
Union Bank of India opens ethical hacking lab
Union Bank of India opens ethical hacking lab: Union Bank of India has inaugurated ‘Ethical Hacking Lab’ at the Cyber security Centre of Excellence (CCoE) in Hyderabad.
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Aim: To build cyber defence mechanism to safeguard the Bank’s Information Systems, Digital Assets, Channels etc against potential cyber threats.
The Ethical Hacking Lab was inaugurated by Ms. A. Manimekhalai (MD & CEO, Union Bank of India). Union Bank is adopting various new initiatives to increase Digital Footprints.
Union Bank of India HQ: Mumbai
Himachal Pradesh government approves tutor scheme for 3 to 6 age group
Himachal Pradesh government approves tutor scheme for 3 to 6 age group: The HP cabinet has given their nod to the ‘Himachal Pradesh early childhood care and education tutor scheme-2022’ for children in the age group of 3 to 6.
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Aim: To provide an appropriate care and stimulation of the brain in early years to ensure healthy development and growth. The govt will be paid a sum of ₹9,000 a month to those candidates who have done a one-year diploma in nursery teacher, so that they can bridge courses to make them eligible.
Veteran Congress leader, Aryadan Muhammed passes away
Veteran Congress leader, Aryadan Muhammed passes away: Former Kerala minister and senior Congress leader, Aryadan Muhammed has been passed away at the age of 87 in Kozhikode, Kerala.
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He has won the Nilambur seat (Malappuram district) of Kerala legislative assembly in 1977. He was also a minister in the EK Nayanar cabinet when he was part of the Left Front Group A in 1980. He also held the ministerial post in the AK Antony cabinet and Oommen Chandy cabinet.
President Murmu inaugurates HAL’s Cryogenic Engines Manufacturing Facility
President Murmu inaugurates HAL’s Cryogenic Engines Manufacturing Facility: President Droupadi Murmu has inaugurated the Integrated Cryogenic Engines Manufacturing Facility of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in Bengaluru.
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The Cryogenic engines are used by ISRO for its satellite launch operations. The President has also laid the foundation stone of the South Zonal Institute of Virology virtually at HAL.
She has also inaugurated the St. Joseph University and attended a Civic reception hosted by the State Government in her honour.
S&P Global retains India’s 2022-23 growth at 7.3%
S&P Global retains India’s 2022-23 growth at 7.3%: S&P Global Ratings has retained economic growth projection of India at 7.3% in the current fiscal. S&P has also predicted that inflation is likely to remain above the Reserve Bank of India’s upper tolerance threshold of 6% till the end of 2022.
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Reason: The external environment has soured for economies in the region and higher global interest rates will exert pressure on central banks.
While, OECD has projected India’s GDP growth rate 6.9% for FY23.
Leh achieves 100 percent digitization of banking operations
Leh achieves 100 percent digitization of banking operations: RBI has felicitated the bankers of the district to Leh district for achieving 100% digitization of banking operations.
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Digital Banking: It refers to the electronic banking service provided by a bank for its financial and other transactions through electronic devices online.
In 2019, RBI has proposed to make at least one district of every state in the country have 100% digitization of banking operations. First fully digital banking district of India: Thrissur, Kerala
Indian-origin Suella Braverman wins first-ever Queen Elizabeth II award
Indian-origin Suella Braverman wins first-ever Queen Elizabeth II award: Indian-origin UK Home Secretary, Suella Braverman (42) has been honoured with the first-ever Queen Elizabeth II Woman of the Year award in 20th Asian Achievers Awards, held at London. In 2022, she has replaced Priti Patel for the position of Home Secretary.
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Other AAA 2022 Winners:
- Art and Culture: Namit Malhotra (Chairman of DNEG)
- Business Person of the Year: Shamil and Kavi Thakrar (Founders of Dishoom)
- Community Service: Dr Zareen Roohi Ahmed (CEO of Gift Wellness)
Quad signs Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief partnership guidelin
Quad signs Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief partnership guidelin: The QUAD group has signed the Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) partnership guidelines during a ministerial meeting hosted by the US on the sidelines of UNGA in New York.
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The partnership was announced during the Quad Leaders’ Tokyo Summit 2022 as part of the grouping’s shared vision of free and open Indo-Pacific.
These guidelines aim to respond to disasters occurring in the Indo-Pacific region.
Defence ministry inks Rs 1700 cr pact for dual-role BrahMos missiles
Defence ministry inks Rs 1700 cr pact for dual-role BrahMos missiles: The Ministry of Defence has signed an agreement with BrahMos Aerospace Pvt. Ltd. (BAPL) for acquisition of additional dual-role capable Surface to Surface BrahMos missiles at ₹1700 Crore (approx) under “Buy-Indian” Category.
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The Induction of these dual-role capable Missiles will enhance the operational capability of Indian Navy fleet assets.
BrahMos variants can be launched from land, air and sea, and all three variants are in service in the Indian armed forces.
MoHUA launches Swachh Toycathon 2022
MoHUA launches Swachh Toycathon 2022: The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has launched the Swachh Toycathon as a part of the Swachh Amrit Mahotsav.
September 2022 Current Affairs Quiz
It is a unique competition to make toys from dry waste.
Aim: To explore innovative solutions for the use of dry waste in manufacturing toys.
The knowledge partner for the initiative is the Center for Creative Learning, IIT Gandhinagar and the competition will be hosted on the MyGov portal.
A book titled “Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas Sabka Vishwas” released
A book titled “Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas Sabka Vishwas” released: Former VP, Venkaiah Naidu has released a book titled “Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas Sabka Vishwas” at Akashvani Bhawan in New Delhi.
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The book was released in the presence of Kerala Governor, Arif Mohammad Khan at an event, organised by Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
The book is a collection of PM Modi selected speeches between May 2019 and May 2020. The book focuses on 86 speeches of PM on various subjects. The book was published in Hindi and English.
ISRO develops microprocessor-controlled smart limbs
ISRO develops microprocessor-controlled smart limbs: ISRO’s Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre has developed an intelligent artificial limb, under an MoU with National Institute for Locomotor Disabilities, Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya National Institute for Persons with Physical Disabilities (Divyangjan).
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Weight: 1.6 kg
It has enabled an amputee to walk about 100 metres in the corridor with minimum support. It is a microprocessor-controlled knees (MPKs) that offers extended capabilities for the amputee.
Dr Rajiv Bahl appointed as Director General ICMR
Dr Rajiv Bahl appointed as Director General ICMR: The Central government has appointed Dr Rajiv Bahl as a Director General of Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) cum- Secretary Department of Health Research (DHR) for three years.
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Presently, He is serving as a head of the research on maternal, newborn child and adolescent health cum-newborn unit at WHO, Geneva. He has replaced Dr Balram Bhargav, whose tenure has been ended in July 2022.
ICMR Headquarters: New Delhi
