On October 16, 2024, Union Minister of State Jayant Chaudhary inaugurated the extension centre of National Skill Training Institute (NSTI) at the Andhra Medical Tech Zone (AMTZ) campus in Visakhapatnam.
This centre will provide training in Computer Software Applications (CSA) under Crafts Instructor Training Scheme (CITS).
Starting from the 2024-25 academic session, this center will train trainers in digital skills.
2. Who represented India in the 23rd SCO meeting? – S Jaishankar
India will be represented by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar at the 23rd SCO Heads of Government Meeting to be held in Islamabad on 16 October 2024.
Jaishankar did it. This meeting was chaired by Pakistan Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, in which leaders of China, Russia, Iran and Central Asian countries also participated.
The SCO was established in 2001 to enhance regional cooperation and stability.
3. Which ministry launched eMigrate V2.0 web portal and mobile app? – Ministry of External Affairs
The TREES initiative, established to assist smallholder farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa, focuses on creating “forest gardens” to enhance food security and combat desertification.
Since 2014, it has supported over 50,000 households across countries like Senegal, Kenya, and Uganda.
By integrating trees into agricultural practices, TREES aims to improve soil fertility, increase crop yields, and strengthen community resilience against climate change, contributing to global biodiversity and ecosystem restoration efforts.
6. Which country hosted the 23rd SCO meeting? – Pakistan
Economic Affairs
7. What percentage of increase was made in Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees and pensioners ?- 3%
The Modi government at the Center on Wednesday approved a 3% increase in dearness allowance (DA) for central government employees and pensioners, which will be implemented before Diwali.
Earlier the dearness allowance was 42%.
With this 3% increase, Dearness Allowance and Dearness Relief (DR) will reach 45% from July 1, 2024.
Sports
8. Who is the Indian female cricketer inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame? – Neetu David
The ICC has recently included three legendary players in the ICC Hall of Fame.
Former England opener Alastair Cook, Indian women’s team player Neetu David and former South African aggressive batsman AB de Villiers have been included in it.
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Persons in News
9. What is the name of the first vessel launched under the two Multi-Purpose Vessel (MPV) project by the Indian Navy? – Samarthak
National Conference (NC) vice-president Omar Abdullah was sworn in as the new chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday (October 16, 2024) during a swearing-in ceremony in Srinagar.
On this occasion, Surinder Kumar Choudhary, a prominent face from the Jammu region, was appointed as Deputy Chief Minister (DCM).
The function was organised under the chairmanship of Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha.
State Current Affairs
11. Which state has bagged the best state award in the 5th National Water Awards 2023? – Odisha