Dean Jones, former Australian batsman passes away
October 17, 2020
- The legendary former Australian batsman Dean Jones passed away on September 24, 2020, due to cardiac arrest. He was 59.
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International Day for the Eradication of Poverty: October 17
October 18, 2020
- The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is observed every year on 17 October throughout the world with an aim to raise awareness of the need to eradicate poverty and destitution around the world, particularly in developing countries.
- Theme: Acting together to achieve social and environmental justice for all’.
CRPF collaborates with IIT Delhi, DRDO
October 18, 2020
- The country’s largest paramilitary force, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has collaborated with IIT Delhi, Defence Research and Development Organisation, and Joint Advanced Technology Centre (JATC) to augment its Research and Development capabilities.
Rajkiran Rai becomes the new chairman of IBA
October 18, 2020
- The Managing Director and CEO of Union Bank of India, Rajkiran Rai G has been elected as the Chairman of Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) for the term 2020-21.
India-Sri Lanka Maritime Exercise SLINEX-20 to begin
October 18, 2020
- The eighth edition of annual Indian Navy (IN) and Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) bilateral maritime exercise SLINEX-20 is scheduled to be held off Trincomalee in Sri Lanka from 19 to 21 October 2020.
Bengali Vocal Artist Pradip Ghosh passes away
October 18, 2020
- Noted Bengali elocutionist, Pradip Ghosh passed away.
- His most notable works included his recitation of Tagore’s poems, especially those for children.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath launches programme to ensure the safety of women
October 19, 2020
- Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath launched the ‘Mission Shakti’ programme on October 17, 2020 to ensure safety of women in the state.
16 NH projects in Andhra Pradesh inaugurated
October 19, 2020
- The Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 16 National Highways in Andhra Pradesh state on October 16, 2020.
GoI extends Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla’s tenure till 2021
October 19, 2020
- The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved the extension of the tenure of Home Secretary, Ajay Kumar Bhalla till August 22, 2021.
7th meeting of Ministers of Justice of SCO
October 19, 2020
- The 7th meeting of Ministers of (Law and) Justice of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Member States was virtually hosted by Indian Minister of Law & Justice, Communication and Electronics & Information Technology, Ravi Shankar Prasad.
India successfully test-fires BrahMos missile
October 19, 2020
- India successfully test-fired the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, from the Indian Navy’s indigenously-built stealth destroyer INS Chennai.
Umar Gul fast bowler announces retirement
October 19, 2020
- Pakistani pace bowler, Umar Gul has announced that he will retire from all forms of cricket.
20 October observed as the World Osteoporosis Day
October 20, 2020
- On 20th October the World Osteoporosis Day (WOD) is observed globally with an aim to raise global awareness of the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis and metabolic bone disease.
- Theme for 2020: “THAT’S OSTEOPOROSIS”.
20th October observed as the World Statistics Day
October 20, 2020
- On 20th October the World Statistics Day is observed globally.
- The theme for this year is “Connecting the world with data we can trust.
First-ever multi modal logistic park in Assam
October 20, 2020
- The Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari on October 20, 2020, laid the foundation stone for India’s first-ever multi-modal logistic park in Assam.
First-ever Heeng cultivation undertaken in India’s Lahaul valley
October 20, 2020
- India has taken up Heeng cultivation for the first-ever time, in an attempt to become self-reliant in the production of the spice and curb its imports.
AYUSHMAN SAHAKAR scheme launched by Agriculture Minister for health services rural areas
October 20, 2020
- Narendra Singh Tomar, the Union Agriculture Minister on October 19, 2020, launched AYUSHMAN SAHAKAR Scheme. It is a unique way to assist cooperatives in creating healthcare infrastructure in India.
- National Cooperative Development Corporation has created the AYUSMAN SAHAKAR scheme.
Assam celebrated Kati Bihu festival across the state
October 20, 2020
- Kati Bihu is one of the sets of three Bihu festivals (agricultural festivals) celebrated in the state of Assam.
- The Kati Bihu is also known as Kangali Bihu, the festival of the poor (the word “Kongal” means “poor”).
IDBI Bank launches banking services on WhatsApp
October 20, 2020
- IDBI Bank announced the launch of banking services on WhatsApp that will enable IDBI Bank customers to avail various essential services such as account balance information, last five transactions, request for a cheque book and an email statement, interest rates, as well as details of IDBI Bank branches/ATMs in the vicinity, to begin with.
India 4th most powerful country in Asia Power Index 2020
October 20, 2020
- India has been ranked at 4th position in the Asia Power Index 2020, released by the Sydney-based Lowy Institute.
- The US topped the list which is followed by China and Japan.
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