Here are the current affairs of 7 October 2023.
International News
Escalation Of Israel-Palestine Conflict
- Operation Al-Aqsa Flood: Hamas initiated a full-scale war, firing over 5,000 rockets into Israel.
- State of War: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared a state of war, vowing unparalleled retaliation against Hamas.
- Historical Context: The conflict dates back to 2007 and has escalated due to Israel's closure of borders to Gazan workers.
EU Approves World’s First Green Bond Standards
- Combatting Greenwashing: European Union lawmakers approved new standards for green bonds to prevent misleading climate-friendly claims.
- European Green Bond Label: A voluntary standard introduced to guide investors towards genuinely sustainable investment opportunities.
- Transparency and Oversight: The EU aims to bolster investor confidence by establishing a registration system and supervisory framework for external reviewers of European green bonds.
State News
Tripura Implements E-Cabinet System
- Fourth State: Tripura becomes the fourth Indian state to adopt an e-cabinet system.
- Paperless Meetings: The system aims to reduce the carbon footprint and promote environmental sustainability.
- Asian Development Bank Loan: During the debut e-cabinet meeting, a loan of Rs 160 crore from the Asian Development Bank was approved.
Rajasthan To Have Three New Districts
- New Districts: Malpura, Sujangarh, and Kuchman City are the new districts announced by Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot.
- Political Context: This development comes ahead of the upcoming Assembly election.
- High-Level Committee: The move aligns with recommendations from a high-level committee and aims to address public demands.
Business and Economy
Tesla Opens New Gigafactory in Texas
- Production Capacity: The new Gigafactory aims to produce 500,000 electric vehicles annually.
- Employment Boost: The factory is expected to create over 10,000 jobs in the Austin area.
- Green Energy: Tesla also announced plans to power the entire facility with renewable energy sources.
Amazon Acquires MGM Studios
- Deal Value: Amazon has acquired MGM Studios for $8.45 billion.
- Content Library: The acquisition includes a vast library of movies and TV shows, including the James Bond franchise.
- Streaming Wars: This move is seen as Amazon's strategy to compete more aggressively in the streaming market.
Science and Technology
NASA's Artemis Mission Delayed
- New Timeline: NASA announced a delay in its Artemis mission to land the next humans on the Moon.
- Budget Constraints: The delay is attributed to budget constraints and technical challenges.
- International Collaboration: NASA is seeking international partners to share the financial and technological burden.
Breakthrough in Alzheimer's Research
- New Drug: Scientists have developed a new drug that can potentially reverse Alzheimer's symptoms.
- Clinical Trials: The drug is currently undergoing Phase III clinical trials.
- Global Impact: If successful, this could be a game-changer in the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases.
Sports
Tokyo Paralympics Medal Tally
- Record-Breaking Performance: Team USA topped the medal tally with a record-breaking 115 medals.
- Indian Achievements: India secured 7 gold, 5 silver, and 11 bronze medals.
- Inclusive Sports: The event highlighted the importance of inclusive sports and broke several viewership records.
FIFA World Cup Qualifiers
- Upsets and Surprises: Several underdog teams have performed exceptionally well in the qualifiers.
- VAR Controversies: Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology has been under scrutiny for inconsistent decisions.
- Countdown Begins: With just a few months to go, the excitement for the FIFA World Cup is building up.
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