National News:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Inaugurate World Food India 2023

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to inaugurate the second edition of World Food India 2023, a grand celebration of India's rich culinary heritage and its global potential in the food industry.
• This edition promises to be a harmonious blend of culture, cuisine, and commerce, offering a vibrant platform for discussions, partnerships, and investments in the agri-food sector.
• A major attraction at World Food India 2023 is the 'Food Street,' where the diverse regional cuisines and the opulent culinary legacy of India will be on display.
• The overarching goal of this event is to position India as the 'food basket of the world,' coinciding with the International Year of Millets in 2023, highlighting the significance of diverse and sustainable food sources.

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ECI Develops 'ENCORE' for Efficient Candidate and Election Management

• The Election Commission of India (ECI) has unveiled 'ENCORE,' an in-house software solution designed to streamline candidate and election management.
• 'ENCORE,' which stands for 'Enabling Communications on Real-time Environment,' is a comprehensive software suite equipped with a wide range of features for seamless operations during the electoral process.
• It provides Returning Officers with an integrated platform to efficiently manage various election-related tasks, from candidate nominations to voter turnout tracking, vote counting, result compilation, and data management.

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International News:

Thailand Offers Visa-Free Entry to Indians to Boost Tourism

• In a move aimed at reviving its tourism sector, Thailand has announced visa-free entry for citizens of India and Taiwan.
• This strategic decision comes as the high tourist season approaches and is part of a broader strategy to attract more visitors to the country.
• From November 10, 2023, to May 10, 2024, travelers from India and Taiwan can enjoy hassle-free entry into Thailand without the need for a visa.
• This new policy allows them a maximum stay of 30 days in Thailand, a move expected to significantly contribute to the country's tourism sector and local economy.

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Simultaneous Attacks by Hezbollah and Hamas on Israel

• Recent developments in the Middle East have seen the armed wing of Hamas, known as the Al-Qassam Brigades, taking responsibility for a rocket attack on the northern Israeli town of Kiryat Shmona, resulting in injuries and damage to buildings.
• Simultaneously, Hezbollah, the Lebanese Shia militant group, launched an attack on 19 positions in Israel, marking an escalation on Israel's northern border.
• Both Hamas and Hezbollah are regarded as proxies of Iran. Notably, Hezbollah acknowledged its use of explosive-laden drones for the first time to target an Israeli army command position in the disputed Shebaa Farms area along the Lebanese-Israeli border, a region contested by Israel, Syria, and Lebanon.

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State News:

Kerala Government Challenges Governor Arif Mohammed Khan in Supreme Court Over Pending Bills

• The Kerala Government has taken a significant step by approaching the Supreme Court of India to seek a declaration that Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan has failed in fulfilling his Constitutional powers and duties in handling Bills passed by the State Legislature.
• The Kerala Government filed a special leave petition before the Supreme Court on November 2, 2023, expressing concerns over the Governor's handling of pending Bills.
• P. Ramakrishnan, a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA), also submitted a separate petition addressing the same issue.
• The State alleges that the Governor has acted in an arbitrary manner, subverting the Constitution by withholding Bills passed by the State Legislature for an indefinite period.
• Kerala is seeking a declaration from the Supreme Court that the Governor is obliged to dispose of all Bills presented to him within a reasonable timeframe.

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Kerala Launches Multilingual Microsites to Boost Religious Tourism

• Kerala's tourism sector is all set to introduce a series of microsites, focusing not only on the state's abundant cultural heritage but also emphasizing the profound importance of its primary religious destinations.
• The initiative includes a microsite, with a special focus on the Sabarimala Temple in the Pathanamthitta district, designed to provide captivating details about the religious destination in five languages: English, Hindi, Kannada, Tamil, and Telugu.
• These microsites extend beyond Sabarimala, encompassing other religious places and temples, offering a comprehensive resource that covers directions, necessary information, and cultural traditions.

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Defence News:

US Military Showcases Its Nuclear Capability with Minuteman III Missile Launch

• The United States military recently conducted a Minuteman III missile launch, developed by Boeing Co., to demonstrate its nuclear capability.
• The Minuteman III is a land-based intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) powered by three solid-propellant rocket motors, with silo-launch capabilities.
• This strategic weapon system, with intercontinental range, features missiles dispersed in hardened silos to ensure protection against attacks, connected to an underground launch control center via a robust cable system.

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Banking News:

Bank of Baroda Appoints Kadgatoor Sheetal Venkatesmurt as Head of Digital Channels

• Bank of Baroda (BOB) has made significant changes to its digital leadership with the departure of Akhil Handa, the head of digital lending, who played a pivotal role in the development of BOB's mobile banking application 'bob World.'
• The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) imposed restrictions on BOB, preventing the bank from onboarding new customers through the 'bob World' mobile application due to supervisory concerns.
• In response to Akhil Handa's resignation, BOB appointed Kadgatoor Sheetal Venkatesmurt to lead digital lending in addition to her role as the head of digital channels and operations.

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Business News:

Zurich Insurance Group Invests in Kotak General Insurance

• Zurich Insurance Group is set to invest Rs.4,501 crore in Kotak General Insurance, acquiring a 51% stake through a combination of fresh insurance and share purchases.
• Zurich has the option to acquire an additional 19% stake within three years of its initial acquisition. Kotak Mahindra Bank will retain management control of the general insurance arm until Zurich's stake reaches 70%.
• This joint venture marks Kotak Mahindra Bank's first partnership with a foreign entity in nearly six years, a significant move in a group where all non-bank businesses currently remain 100% owned.

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Summits & Conferences News:

G20 Standards Dialogue Kicks Off During India’s G20 Presidency

• Under India's G20 presidency, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is hosting the G20 Standards Dialogue 2023, which commenced at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.
• The event was inaugurated by Shri Ashwini Kumar Choubey, Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Environment, Forest & Climate Change.
• The dialogue, held in collaboration with the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution and the Ministry of Commerce & Industry of the Government of India, carries the theme 'Zero Defect Zero Effect,' emphasizing the crucial role of standards in the global community.
• The dialogue has participants from across the world and aims to guide the world towards optimal resource utilization for a sustainable future.

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Agreements News:

India and UAE Strengthen Educational Ties with MoU

• Union Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the UAE Minister of Education, Ahmad Al Falasi, to enhance educational cooperation between the two countries.
• This groundbreaking MoU is recognized as the first of its kind within the Gulf Cooperation. It seeks to reinforce existing educational cooperation, with a key aspect being academic collaboration between higher education institutions in both countries, offering Twinning, Joint Degree, and Dual Degree Programs for students to gain diverse educational experiences.

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Awards News:

Eminent Writer T. Padmanabhan Receives Prestigious Kerala Jyothi Award

• The Kerala government has honored renowned writer Padmanabhan with the prestigious Kerala Jyothi award, the highest civilian honor in the state.
• This recognition is a testament to Padmanabhan's exceptional contributions to Malayalam literature. Additionally, the Kerala government has announced 'Kerala Puraskarngals,' accolades presented to individuals who have made remarkable contributions to various aspects of social life.
• Notable awardees include Justice (Retired) M. Fathima Beevi and Nataraja Krishnamurthy, also known as Soorya Krishnamurthy.
• The state government has instituted a system of awards, including the 'Kerala Jyothi' award for one individual each year, the 'Kerala Prabha' award for two individuals, and the 'Kerala Shree' award for five individuals, recognizing their exceptional contributions to various fields.

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Miscellaneous News:

NCERT Introduces 'Electoral Literacy' Content in School Textbooks

• The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) is taking steps to address voter apathy among young Indians by incorporating electoral literacy content into school textbooks.
• This initiative will begin with classes 6 to 12 and extend to colleges and universities, ensuring that students from diverse disciplines receive essential electoral education.
• The goal is to instill electoral literacy among young people through the education system, ultimately increasing electoral participation in future general elections. This initiative is in response to the concerns of nearly 297 million electors who chose not to cast their votes in the 2019 General Election.

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EPFO Celebrates 71st Foundation Day in New Delhi

• Union Minister for Labour & Employment, Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Shri Bhupender Yadav, inaugurated the 71st Foundation Day of the Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) on November 1 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
• The event featured a documentary film titled "Achievements of EPFO," highlighting the organization's remarkable journey over seven decades. The occasion also included the presentation of awards to various offices and establishments to recognize their outstanding contributions and performance.
• EPFO's 71st Foundation Day celebration was an opportunity to acknowledge and honor excellence within the organization, with various awards presented to commend dedication and contributions in different offices and establishments.

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