Current Affairs - October 27, 2023 Current Affairs

The European Union (EU) and India conducted their first joint naval exercise in the Gulf of Guinea on October 24, 2023. The exercise, which involved ships from the Indian Navy and three EU member states, was aimed at strengthening maritime security cooperation in the region. The EU-India Maritime Security Dialogue, which was held in Brussels on October 5, 2023, paved the way for the exercise. The dialogue focused on a range of issues, including maritime security cooperation, piracy, and human trafficking.

Reliance Jio has partnered with Plume, a California-based company specializing in cloud-based AI-powered services, to provide in-home services enhanced by AI. This partnership will enable Reliance Jio to offer its customers a range of innovative services, such as whole-home adaptive WiFi, connected device and application performance optimization, cyber threat protection for connected devices, and advanced parental controls.

The 37th National Games were inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 26, 2023, at Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Panaji, Goa. This marked the first time that the National Games were being held in Goa. The event is scheduled to run until November 9, 2023. The 37th National Games featured over 43 sports disciplines and saw the participation of more than 10,000 athletes from across the country. The event was a resounding success, showcasing India's sporting talent and the rich culture and heritage of Goa.

World Day for Audiovisual Heritage is celebrated on October 27th every year. It is an international day to raise awareness of the importance of audiovisual heritage and to encourage its preservation and access. The theme for World Day for Audiovisual Heritage 2023 is "Your Window to the World." This theme highlights the power of audiovisual heritage to transport us to different places and times and to help us understand the world around us.

Zomato introduced a maternity insurance plan for its women delivery partners in October 2023. The plan covers pregnancy-related expenses, including childbirth and maternity complications. This initiative is the first of its kind in the food delivery industry.

The Rajasthan government launched the 'iStart Talent Connect Portal' at Jaipur's Techno Hub. The iStart Talent Connect Portal is a significant addition to the state's flagship initiative, iStart Rajasthan, which aims to empower the startup ecosystem in Rajasthan. The portal is expected to boost employment opportunities in the state and help to attract and retain talent.

PRAGATI stands for Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation. It is an ICT-based platform that serves as a tool for intergovernmental coordination and project monitoring. The platform was launched by the Government of India in 2015, and its primary purpose is to streamline governance and expedite the implementation of critical projects.

Katrina Kaif was appointed as the Global Brand Ambassador of Swiss watchmaker Rado in October 2023. Kaif is one of the most popular and successful actresses in Bollywood, and she is known for her timeless beauty and elegance. She is the perfect embodiment of Rado's brand values of innovation, precision, and craftsmanship.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 7th Edition of the India Mobile Congress (IMC) in New Delhi on October 27, 2023. The IMC is the largest telecom, media, and technology forum in Asia, and this year's event focused on the theme of "Global Digital Innovation." The Prime Minister also conferred awards upon 100 '5G Use Case Labs' during the event. These labs are being established by educational institutions across India to promote research and innovation in 5G technologies.

Sundar Singh Gurjar broke the world record in the men's javelin F46 event at the Asian Para Games 2023 with a throw of 68.60 meters. This incredible achievement surpassed the previous world record held by Sri Lankan Dinesh Priyantha at 67.79 meters. Sundar's throw also set new Games and Asian Records.