Current Affairs - October 31, 2023 Current Affairs

The IMF's forecast for global growth in 2024 is 2.9%, which is one of the lowest growth rates in decades. This subdued outlook is attributed to a number of factors, including the ongoing war in Ukraine, rising inflation, and tightening financial conditions. The IMF has warned that the global economy is facing a number of significant challenges, and that policymakers will need to work together to avoid a recession.

Lionel Messi won the 2023 Ballon d'Or for men, his record-extending eighth award. He beat out a strong field of contenders, including Erling Haaland, Karim Benzema, and Kylian Mbappe. Messi's victory was largely due to his outstanding performances for Argentina in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, where he led the team to their first World Cup title since 1986.

MS Dhoni has been appointed as the official Brand Ambassador of the State Bank of India (SBI).

The Indian Air Force has deployed three out of the five agreed-upon S-400 air defense missile squadrons along the borders with China and Pakistan, marking a significant enhancement of India's defense system.

A new species of mushroom, named Candolleomyces albosquamosus, was discovered in the Western Ghats on the JNTBGRI campus in Kerala, India. This discovery is significant because it highlights the region's remarkable biodiversity and encourages further exploration of fungal diversity in the area. Fungi play an important role in ecosystems, and understanding their diversity is essential for conservation efforts.

National Unity Day, also known as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, is celebrated in India on October 31 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the first home minister of India. Patel is known for his role in integrating the princely states into the newly independent India, a feat that earned him the title "Iron Man of India."

Kerala is the first Indian state to have a hallmarking center in every district. The inauguration of a hallmarking centre in Idukki marked a significant milestone for Kerala, making it the first state in India to have a hallmarking centre in each of its 14 districts. Hallmarking is a process of certifying the purity of gold ornaments.

Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) is launching its own satellite, called SS AMU SAT, in India. This is a groundbreaking initiative for the university, and it is one of the first universities in India to launch its own satellite. The satellite will be used for economic research and technology testing, and it is expected to be launched within the next six months.

India has submitted a Letter of Request to the French government for 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets. This procurement will significantly enhance the Indian Navy's capabilities, allowing it to operate more effectively in the maritime domain. The Rafale Marine is a versatile fighter jet that can perform a variety of missions, including air superiority, ground attack, and maritime strike.

Max Verstappen won the 2023 Formula One Mexico City Grand Prix: Max Verstappen, the Red Bull racing sensation, dominated the 2023 Formula One Mexico City Grand Prix, setting a new season victory record with his 16th win of the year.