Current Affairs - October 8, 2023 Current Affairs

Israel was declared a "State of War" after being hit by 5,000 rockets from Gaza on October 7, 2023. The attack was launched by Palestinian militants in response to the death of a senior commander and the killing of several civilians in Israeli airstrikes. Israel's declaration of a "State of War" is a serious escalation of the conflict and could lead to further violence and bloodshed.

Kerala is known as the Spice Capital of India due to its favourable climate and geography, which makes it ideal for the cultivation of a wide variety of spices. The state is particularly well-known for its production of black pepper, cardamom, and ginger. Kerala's spice trade has a long and rich history, dating back to ancient times. The state was one of the main trading hubs for spices on the Silk Route. Today, Kerala continues to be a major exporter of spices all over the world.

Air India has inaugurated a state-of-the-art mega warehouse facility in Delhi. The facility is located near Terminal 3 at Delhi Airport's cargo complex and spans an impressive 54,000 square feet.

King Fahd International Airport is the largest airport in the world by area, covering an area of about 300 square miles. It is located in Dammam, Saudi Arabia.

Jean Henri Dunant and Frederic Passy were awarded the first Nobel Peace Prize in 1901 for their contributions to the peace movement. Dunant was the founder of the International Committee of the Red Cross, while Passy was a leading international pacifist.

Tripura has become the fourth state in India to implement an e-cabinet system, after Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, and Arunachal Pradesh. The e-cabinet system is a paperless system for conducting cabinet meetings. It uses digital tablets and software to distribute cabinet papers, record minutes, and make decisions. The system is designed to improve efficiency and transparency in government decision-making.

India won the gold medal in the men's cricket T20 competition at the 2023 Asian Games, despite the final against Afghanistan being postponed due to rain. India was awarded the gold medal based on its higher T20 rankings.

The 49th All India Police Science Congress (AIPSC) is being held in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. The event began on October 7th and will continue for two days. The AIPSC is an annual event that brings together police officers, academics, and other stakeholders to discuss various aspects of modern policing. The theme of this year's AIPSC is "Policing in Amrit Kaal," which refers to the period of 25 years leading up to the 100th anniversary of India's independence.

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot recently announced the creation of three new districts in the state: Malpura, Sujangarh, and Kuchman City. This will bring the total number of districts in Rajasthan to 53.

NITI Aayog organized the first state workshop on women-led development in Goa. The workshop was held in collaboration with the Government of Goa with a focus on the western region of the country. The workshop aimed to bring together stakeholders from government, industry, and academia to discuss ways to promote women-led entrepreneurship and development in Goa. It also provided a platform for women entrepreneurs to share their experiences and learn from each other.