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02nd, 3rd and 4th October 2021 Daily GK Update: Read Daily GK, Current Affairs for Bank
Exam
Daily GK updates are incorporated with the important news that made the current affairs
headlines for banking or other competitive exams. Daily GK Update is the complete bag of the
important news that is held all day long. One should have complete knowledge about banking
terms, current affairs news, etc. So, here is the GK update of 02nd, 3rd and 4th October
October 2021 to help you prepare the Current affairs part. After reading this section, you can
successfully attempt Current Affairs Quiz.

Top 22 Daily GK Updates: National & International News

Here is providing below the top 22 important Daily General Knowledge GK 2021 updates with
national & international news.

National News
1. GoI launches ‘Waste to Wealth’ web portal

The government of India has launched a web portal called “Waste to Wealth” to enhance
cooperation for sustainable development through economy and community participation.
The web portal will bring together technology providers, government stakeholders and urban
local bodies to find solutions to India’s waste problems, mainly plastic waste.
The portal has been launched by the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser and inaugurated
by the Principal Scientific Advisor K. Vijay Raghavan on October 02, 2021, on the occasion of
Gandhi Jayanti.
2. Kiren Rijiju inaugurates India’s first Sports Arbitration Centre in Gujarat

The Union Minister of Law and Justice, Kiren Rijiju has inaugurated the first Sports Arbitration
Centre of India at Ahmedabad in Gujarat.
This Sports Arbitration Centre of India (SACI) will serve as an independent body to fast track
disputes in the sports sector and serve as a mechanism to redress issues related to sports.
The SACI will be promoted by Ahmedabad-based SE TransStadia Pvt Ltd. and all legal backing
will be provided by the Ministry of Law and Justice. The SACI will have a far-reaching impact for
the sports sector of the country by creating a reputation and establishing credibility for itself
through the provision to settle disputes and other issues and concerns of the sports sector in a
fast, transparent and very accountable manner.
3. World’s largest Khadi National Flag hoisted in Leh, Ladakh

The world’s largest national flag, made up of Khadi cloth, has been installed in Leh, Ladakh, on
the occasion of the 152nd birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi on October 02, 2021.
The Khadi national flag was inaugurated by Ladakh Lieutenant Governor RK Mathur. The flag is
made by Khadi Dyers and Printers based in Mumbai which is affiliated to the Khadi Village and
Industries Commission.
The tricolour is 225-feet long and 150-feet wide. It weighs around 1,000 kg.
The flag has been prepared by the 57 Engineer Regiment of the Indian Army.
The flag is the largest handwoven and handspun cotton khadi flag ever manufactured in India.
International News
4. Najla Bouden Romdhane appointed as first woman PM of Tunisia

Najla Bouden Romdhane has been appointed as the first-ever female Prime Minister of Tunisia.
The 63-year-old has also become the first female prime minister in the whole Arab world.
Prior to this appointment, Najla served in the education ministry in 2011. She is a geologist by
profession and professor at the Tunis National School of Engineering.
Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

President of Tunisia: Kais Saied; Capital of Tunisia: Tunis.

The currency of Tunisia: Tunisian Dinar.
State News
5. Kangana Ranaut becomes brand ambassador of UP's ODOP Scheme

The Uttar Pradesh government led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has named veteran
Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut as the brand ambassador of the ambitious "One District One
Product (ODOP) scheme" of the state.
CM Yogi also presented Kangana with a silver coin that was used for 'Ram Janm Bhumi Pujan'. 
The UP government has launched the one district-one product (ODOP) programme with the aim
to create product-specific traditional industrial hubs across 75 districts of the state.
The scheme encourages such indigenous and specialized products and crafts of UP that are
not found anywhere else.
Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

UP Capital: Lucknow;
UP Governor: Anandiben Patel;
UP Chief minister: Yogi Adityanath.
Appointments News
6. Amish Mehta appointed as new MD & CEO of CRISIL

Amish Mehta has been appointed as the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer
(MD & CEO) of rating agency Crisil with effect from October 01, 2021. He has replaced Ashu
Suyash. Crisil is owned by S&P.
Mehta has more than two decades of leadership experience across industries and joined Crisil
in October 2014 as President and Chief Financial Officer.
In July 2017, he was elevated as the President and Chief Operating Officer, responsible for the
global analytical centre, India research and SME, the global innovation and excellence hub and
corporate strategy.
Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

Crisil Founded: 1987;

Crisil Headquarters: Mumbai.
Defence News
7. Indian contingent departs for Sri Lanka joint exercise Mitra Shakti 21

The 8th edition of the India – Sri Lanka bilateral joint Exercise “Mitra Shakti-21” is scheduled to
take place at Combat Training School, Ampara in Sri Lanka from October 4 to 15, 2021.
The aim of the exercise is to enhance interoperability and sharing best practices in
counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism operations between Armies of both countries and
further strengthen the relationship between both the South Asian Nations.
The exercise will involve tactical level operations at the sub-unit level in an international Counter
Insurgency and Counter Terrorism environment and will go a long way in further strengthening
the relationship between both the South Asian Nations and will act as a catalyst in bringing
synergy and cooperation at the grass-root level between both Armies.
Business News

8. Paytm acquires 100% ownership of lending startup CreditMate

Online payment services provider, Paytm has acquired a 100% stake in Mumbai-based digital
lending startup CreditMate.
However, the transaction details of the deal have not been disclosed. The Paytm Group will now
be the 100% beneficial owners of the business, while the co-founders of CreditMate will exit the
business.
CreditMate was founded in 2019 by Jonathan Bill, Ashish Doshi, Swati Lad and Aditya Singh as
a collection platform that helps lenders collect overdue payments from borrowers.
Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

Paytm HQ: Noida, Uttar Pradesh;

Paytm Founder & CEO: Vijay Shekhar Sharma;
Paytm Founded: 2009.
Schemes News
9. PM Modi launches Jal Jeevan Mission App and Rashtriya Jal Jeevan Kosh

Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi virtually launched the Jal Jeevan Mission App and
Rashtriya Jal Jeevan Kosh, on October 02, 2021, as a part of the flagship Jal Jeevan Mission
(JJM), launched in 2019.
The Jal Jeevan Mission has been empowering women of the country by saving their time and
efforts which was earlier consumed in covering long distances to fetch drinking water.
The Jal Jeevan Mission App has been launched to improve awareness among stakeholders and
for greater transparency and accountability of schemes under the Mission.
Rashtriya Jal Jeevan Kosh (RJJK) will enable individuals, institutions, corporations, or
philanthropists, either in India or abroad, to contribute/donate to provide tap water connection in
every rural household, school, Anganwadi centre, ashram shala, and other public institutions.
Awards News
10. Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 2021 announced

The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 2021 was awarded jointly to David Julius and Ardem
Patapoutian "for their discoveries of receptors for temperature and touch."
These breakthrough discoveries launched intense research activities leading to a rapid increase
in our understanding of how our nervous system senses heat, cold, and mechanical stimuli.
The laureates identified critical missing links in our understanding of the complex interplay
between our senses and the environment. The announcement was made by a panel at the
Karolinska Institute in Stockholm.
The prestigious award comes with a gold medal and 10 million Swedish kronor (over $1.14
million). The prize money comes from a bequest left by the prize’s creator, Swedish inventor
Alfred Nobel, who died in 1895.
11. Indian Organisation LIFE receives 2021 Right Livelihood Award
The Delhi-based environmental organisation “Legal Initiative for Forest and Environment (LIFE)”
has been felicitated with the 2021 Right Livelihood Award, an international honour, also known
as Sweden’s alternative Nobel Prize.
LIFE has been selected for the award for its “grassroots approach of empowering vulnerable
communities to protect their livelihoods and claim their right to a clean environment.”
The Right Livelihood Award comes with a cash prize of 1 million Swedish crowns ($115,000)
and long-term support to highlight and expand Laureates’.
Apart from this, other three awardees who were also honoured include:

Cameroonian women rights activist Marthe Wandou

Russian environmental activist Vladimir Slivyak
Canadian Indigenous rights defender Freda Huson
12. Shiv Nadar to be awarded Global Leadership Award 2021

The US India Business Council (USIBC) has chosen Shiv Nadar and Mallika Srinivasan as the
recipient of its 2021 Global Leadership Award.
Shiv Nadar is the founder and chairman emeritus of HCL Technologies Limited. Mallika
Srinivasan is the chair and managing director, Tractors and Farm Equipment Limited (TAFE).
Both will be honoured at the 2021 India Ideas Summit to be held on October 6-7, 2021. The
Global Leadership Awards which are given annually since 2007, honour top corporate
executives from the United States and India.
Sports News
13. Birendra Lakra and SV Sunil announces retirement from International Hockey

S V Sunil, the veteran forward and star striker of India men’s field hockey team and Olympic
bronze medal-winning Indian hockey star defender Birendra Lakra have announced their
retirement from international hockey.
The 31-year-old Lakra was part of the bronze medal-winning Indian side in the Tokyo Olympics
2020 as vice-captain. He has represented India in 197 games with 10 goals. The 32-year-old
Sunil has scored 72 goals in 264 appearances for the national team.
14. Indian men’s team wins bronze medal in Asian Table Tennis Championship 2021

The Indian men’s table tennis team claimed the bronze medal in the Asian Table Tennis
Championships in Doha, Qatar, after losing to South Korea 0-3 in the semi-finals.
The Indian team was assured of a medal after beating Iran 3-1 in the quarterfinals. Both the
semifinalists secure a bronze. This is the second medal for India at the Asian Championships
since 1976.
The bronze medal-winning Indian team comprised of Sathiyan Gnanasekaran, Sharath Kamal,
Harmeet Desai, Sanil Shetty, and Manav Thakkar.
Important Days
15. Gandhi Jayanti 2021: Remembering the Gandhi

Every year 2nd October is celebrated as a Gandhi Jayanti to remember the birth anniversary of
the father of our nation Mahatma Gandhi.
The year 2021 marks the 152nd birth anniversary of the global peace icon who was born on 2
October 1869, in Porbandar in Gujarat.
This day is referred to as Gandhi Jayanti in India. On 15 June 2007, the United Nations General
Assembly voted to establish 2 October as the International Day of Non-Violence.
The International Day of Non-Violence is observed on 2 October, the birthday of Mahatma
Gandhi, leader of the Indian independence movement and pioneer of the philosophy and
strategy of non-violence. The International Day is an occasion to “disseminate the message of
non-violence, including through education and public awareness”.
16. World Day for Farmed Animals: 02 October

World Day for Farmed Animals (WDFA) is observed on October 02, which marks the birth
anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. The day is organised by the International animals’ welfare
organization, World Animal Protection along with Asia for Animals coalition to show the
importance and urgency of farm animal welfare.
The day is dedicated to exposing the needless suffering and death of farmed animals who are
raised and slaughtered for food.
World Day for Farmed Animals has been organized each year since 1983 by the Farm Animal
Rights Movement (FARM), this year with the participation of Animal Justice, the Animal Law
Firm, the Animal Activism Mentorship Program, Jewish Veg, Switch4Good, and Their Turn.
17. 67th National Wildlife Week on 02 to 08 October 2021

National Wildlife Week is annually celebrated across India between 2nd to 8th October with an
aim to protect and preserve the flora and fauna of India. The Wildlife Week 2021 is celebrated
from 2nd October to 8th October.
In 2021, we are celebrating 67th Wildlife Week. This year National Wildlife Week theme 2021:
“Forests and Livelihoods: Sustaining People and Planet”.
18. World Space Week: 04-10 October

The World Space Week (WSW) is observed every year from October 4 to 10, to celebrate
science and technology, and their contribution towards the betterment of the human condition.
WSW was declared by the United Nations General Assembly on December 6, 1999. The 2021
theme is “Women in Space”!
19. World Habitat Day 2021: First Monday of October

The United Nations designated the first Monday of October as World Habitat Day. In 2021,
World Habitat Day is being celebrated on October 04.
The day is commemorated every year worldwide to throw light on the condition of our towns and
cities, and on the basic right of all to adequate shelter.
The day is also intended to remind the world that we all have the power and the responsibility to
shape the future of our cities and towns. The theme for 2021 World Habitat Day is “Accelerating
urban action for a carbon-free world”.
Obituaries News
20. Ghanshyam Nayak of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah passes away

Veteran television actor Ghanashyam Nayak, who was famous for his role as Nattu Kaka in the
TV series Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has passed away due to cancer.
He was known for playing the role of Natwarlal Prabhashankar Undhaiwala AKA Nattu Kaka in
the famous show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. Apart from this, he has worked in over
100 Gujarati and Hindi films and around 350 Hindi television serials.
Miscellaneous News
21. Union Minister Amit Shah flags off ‘Sudarshan Bharat Parikrama’
Union Home Minister, Amit Shah flagged off All India Car Rally ‘Sudarshan Bharat Parikrama’ of
the National Security Guard (NSG) on October 02, 2021, as a part of ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’,
to celebrate the 75th year of India’s Independence.
The NSG’s car rally was flagged off from the historic Red Fort in Delhi. It will end on October 30,
2021, at the Police Memorial in New Delhi.
The month-long campaign will cover a 7,500 kms long journey through 18 cities in 12 states,
passing through important and historical places associated with the Freedom Movement and
Freedom Fighters of the country. The rally has been organized under the aegis of the Union
Home Ministry.
22. Centre declares Chacha Chaudhary as official Mascot of ‘Namami Gange’ Mission

The iconic Indian comic book cartoon character, Chacha Chaudhary, whose brain works faster
than a computer, has been declared as the official mascot for the centrally-sponsored
NamamiGangeProgramme.
An outlay of Rs. 2.26 crore has been dedicated to the project. The comics will initially be
launched in Hindi, English and Bengali languages.
The National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) has tied up with Diamond Toons, the publisher
of the Chacha Chaudhary comics, to conceptualize, develop and distribute the new comics,
e-comics and animated videos featuring the cartoon character.
Chacha Chaudhary has been chosen to especially connect children with the campaign of river
cleanliness.

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Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 2021 announced
The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 2021 was awarded jointly to David Julius and Ardem
Patapoutian “for their discoveries of receptors for temperature and touch.” These breakthrough
discoveries launched intense research activities leading to a rapid increase in our understanding
of how our nervous system senses heat, cold, and mechanical stimuli.

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The laureates identified critical missing links in our understanding of the complex interplay
between our senses and the environment. The announcement was made by a panel at the
Karolinska Institute in Stockholm.

About the David Julius:

David Julius of the University of California utilised capsaicin, a pungent compound from chili
peppers that induces a burning sensation, to identify a sensor in the nerve endings of the skin
that responds to heat.

About the Ardem Patapoutian:

Ardem Patapoutian, who is with Howard Hughes Medical Institute at Scripps Research, used
pressure-sensitive cells to discover a novel class of sensors that respond to mechanical stimuli
in the skin and internal organs.

The Nobel Prize:

The prestigious award comes with a gold medal and 10 million Swedish kronor (over $1.14
million). The prize money comes from a bequest left by the prize’s creator, Swedish inventor
Alfred Nobel, who died in 1895. The other prizes are for outstanding work in the fields of
physics, chemistry, literature, peace and economics.

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Indian men’s team wins bronze medal in Asian Table Tennis Championship 2021
The Indian men’s table tennis team claimed the bronze medal in the Asian Table Tennis
Championships in Doha, Qatar, after losing to South Korea 0-3 in the semi-finals. The Indian
team was assured of a medal after beating Iran 3-1 in the quarterfinals. Both the semifinalists
secure a bronze.

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This is the second medal for India at the Asian Championships since 1976. The bronze
medal-winning Indian team comprised of Sathiyan Gnanasekaran, Sharath Kamal, Harmeet
Desai, Sanil Shetty, and Manav Thakkar.

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Kiren Rijiju inaugurates India’s first Sports Arbitration Centre in Gujarat
The Union Minister of Law and Justice, Kiren Rijiju has inaugurated the first Sports Arbitration
Centre of India at Ahmedabad in Gujarat. This Sports Arbitration Centre of India (SACI) will
serve as an independent body to fast track disputes in the sports sector and serve as a
mechanism to redress issues related to sports.

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About the SACI:

The SACI will be promoted by Ahmedabad-based SE TransStadia Pvt Ltd. and all legal backing
will be provided by the Ministry of Law and Justice. The SACI will have a far-reaching impact for
the sports sector of the country by creating a reputation and establishing credibility for itself
through the provision to settle disputes and other issues and concerns of the sports sector in a
fast, transparent and very accountable manner.
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Union Minister Amit Shah flags off ‘Sudarshan Bharat Parikrama’
Union Home Minister, Amit Shah flagged off All India Car Rally ‘Sudarshan Bharat Parikrama’ of
the National Security Guard (NSG) on October 02, 2021, as a part of ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’,
to celebrate the 75th year of India’s Independence. The NSG’s car rally was flagged off from the
historic Red Fort in Delhi. It will end on October 30, 2021, at the Police Memorial in New Delhi.

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The month-long campaign will cover a 7,500 kms long journey through 18 cities in 12 states,
passing through important and historical places associated with the Freedom Movement and
Freedom Fighters of the country. The rally has been organized under the aegis of the Union
Home Ministry.

04 October 2021
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Centre declares Chacha Chaudhary as official Mascot of ‘Namami Gange’ Mission
The iconic Indian comic book cartoon character, Chacha Chaudhary, whose brain works faster
than a computer, has been declared as the official mascot for the centrally-sponsored
NamamiGangeProgramme. An outlay of Rs. 2.26 crore has been dedicated to the project. The
comics will initially be launched in Hindi, English and Bengali languages.

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The National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) has tied up with Diamond Toons, the publisher
of the Chacha Chaudhary comics, to conceptualize, develop and distribute the new comics,
e-comics and animated videos featuring the cartoon character. Chacha Chaudhary has been
chosen to especially connect children with the campaign of river cleanliness.

About the mission: 

Namami Gange Programme is an Integrated Conservation Mission, approved as a ‘Flagship

Programme’ by the Union Government in June 2014 to accomplish the twin objectives of
effective abatement of pollution and conservation and rejuvenation of National River Ganga. It is
being operated under the Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga
Rejuvenation, Ministry of Jal Shakti.

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World Habitat Day 2021: First Monday of October
The United Nations designated the first Monday of October as World Habitat Day. In 2021,
World Habitat Day is being celebrated on October 04. The day is commemorated every year
worldwide to throw light on the condition of our towns and cities, and on the basic right of all to
adequate shelter. The day is also intended to remind the world that we all have the power and
the responsibility to shape the future of our cities and towns. The theme for 2021 World Habitat
Day is “Accelerating urban action for a carbon-free world”.

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History:

In 1985 the United Nations designated the first Monday of October every year as World Habitat
Day. World Habitat Day was first celebrated in 1986 with the theme “Shelter is My Right”.

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PM Modi launches Jal Jeevan Mission App and Rashtriya Jal Jeevan Kosh
Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi virtually launched the Jal Jeevan Mission App and
Rashtriya Jal Jeevan Kosh, on October 02, 2021, as a part of the flagship Jal Jeevan Mission
(JJM), launched in 2019. The Jal Jeevan Mission has been empowering women of the country
by saving their time and efforts which was earlier consumed in covering long distances to fetch
drinking water.

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About the Jal Jeevan Mission app: 

The Jal Jeevan Mission App has been launched to improve awareness among stakeholders and
for greater transparency and accountability of schemes under the Mission. All details about the
mission, including how many households received water, quality of water, among other things,
will be available in one place on the mobile application.

About the Rashtriya Jal Jeevan Kosh (RJJK):

Rashtriya Jal Jeevan Kosh (RJJK) will enable individuals, institutions, corporations, or
philanthropists, either in India or abroad, to contribute/donate to provide tap water connection in
every rural household, school, Anganwadi centre, ashram shala, and other public institutions.
The RJJK has been launched as a registered public charitable trust, set up by the department of
drinking water and sanitation, under the ministry of Jal Shakti

04 October 2021
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GoI launches ‘Waste to Wealth’ web portal
The government of India has launched a web portal called “Waste to Wealth” to enhance
cooperation for sustainable development through economy and community participation. The
web portal will bring together technology providers, government stakeholders and urban local
bodies to find solutions to India’s waste problems, mainly plastic waste.
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The portal has been launched by the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser and inaugurated
by the Principal Scientific Advisor K. Vijay Raghavan on October 02, 2021, on the occasion of
Gandhi Jayanti.

04 October 2021
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Najla Bouden Romdhane appointed as first woman PM of Tunisia
Najla Bouden Romdhane has been appointed as the first-ever female Prime Minister of Tunisia.
The 63-year-old has also become the first female prime minister in the whole Arab world. Prior
to this appointment, Najla served in the education ministry in 2011. She is a geologist by
profession and professor at the Tunis National School of Engineering.

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Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

President of Tunisia: Kais Saied; Capital of Tunisia: Tunis.

The currency of Tunisia: Tunisian Dinar.

04 October 2021
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Paytm acquires 100% ownership of lending startup CreditMate
Online payment services provider, Paytm has acquired a 100% stake in Mumbai-based digital
lending startup CreditMate. However, the transaction details of the deal have not been
disclosed. The Paytm Group will now be the 100% beneficial owners of the business, while the
co-founders of CreditMate will exit the business.

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About the CreditMate:

CreditMate was founded in 2019 by Jonathan Bill, Ashish Doshi, Swati Lad and Aditya Singh as
a collection platform that helps lenders collect overdue payments from borrowers.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

Paytm HQ: Noida, Uttar Pradesh;

Paytm Founder & CEO: Vijay Shekhar Sharma;
Paytm Founded: 2009.
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Kangana Ranaut becomes brand ambassador of UP’s ODOP Scheme
The Uttar Pradesh government led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has named veteran
Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut as the brand ambassador of the ambitious “One District One
Product (ODOP) scheme” of the state. CM Yogi also presented Kangana with a silver coin which
was used for ‘Ram Janm Bhumi Pujan’.

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About the ODOP scheme:

The UP government has launched the one district-one product (ODOP) programme with the aim
to create product-specific traditional industrial hubs across 75 districts of the state.
The scheme encourages such indigenous and specialized products and crafts of UP that are
not found anywhere else.
Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

UP Capital: Lucknow;
UP Governor: Anandiben Patel;
UP Chief minister: Yogi Adityanath.

04 October 2021
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Birendra Lakra and SV Sunil announces retirement from International Hockey
S V Sunil, the veteran forward and star striker of India men’s field hockey team and Olympic
bronze medal-winning Indian hockey star defender Birendra Lakra have announced their
retirement from international hockey. The 31-year-old Lakra was part of the bronze
medal-winning Indian side in the Tokyo Olympics 2020 as vice-captain. He has represented
India in 197 games with 10 goals. The 32-year-old Sunil has scored 72 goals in 264
appearances for the national team.

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04 October 2021
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Ghanshyam Nayak of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah passes away
Veteran television actor Ghanashyam Nayak, who was famous for his role as Nattu Kaka in the
TV series Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has passed away due to cancer. He was known
for playing the role of Natwarlal Prabhashankar Undhaiwala AKA Nattu Kaka in the famous
show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. Apart from this, he has worked in over 100 Gujarati
and Hindi films and around 350 Hindi television serials.
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04 October 2021
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World’s largest Khadi National Flag hoisted in Leh, Ladakh
The world’s largest national flag, made up of Khadi cloth, has been installed in Leh, Ladakh, on
the occasion of the 152nd birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi on October 02, 2021. The
Khadi national flag was inaugurated by Ladakh Lieutenant Governor RK Mathur. The flag is
made by Khadi Dyers and Printers based in Mumbai which is affiliated to the Khadi Village and
Industries Commission.

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The Sura-Soi Engineer Regiment was entrusted with the responsibility of bringing the national
flag from Mumbai to Leh and also with the task of installing it at the top of the high mountains for
the unveiling ceremony.

About the flag:

The tricolour is 225-feet long and 150-feet wide. It weighs around 1,000 kg.
The flag has been prepared by the 57 Engineer Regiment of the Indian Army.
The flag is the largest handwoven and handspun cotton khadi flag ever manufactured in India.

04 October 2021
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World Space Week: 04-10 October
The World Space Week (WSW) is observed every year from October 4 to 10, to celebrate
science and technology, and their contribution towards the betterment of the human condition.
WSW was declared by the United Nations General Assembly on December 6, 1999. The 2021
theme is “Women in Space”!

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History of World Space Week:

WSW was declared by the United Nations General Assembly on December 6, 1999. The dates
commemorate the launch of the first artificial satellite, Sputnik I, on 4 October 1957 and the
entry into force of the Treaty on Principles Governing the Activities of States in the Exploration
and Use of Outer Space including the Moon and Other Celestial Bodies on 10 October 1967.

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World Day for Farmed Animals: 02 October
World Day for Farmed Animals (WDFA) is observed on October 02, which marks the birth
anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. The day is organised by the International animals’ welfare
organization, World Animal Protection along with Asia for Animals coalition to show the
importance and urgency of farm animal welfare. The day is dedicated to exposing the needless
suffering and death of farmed animals who are raised and slaughtered for food.

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World Day for Farmed Animals has been organized each year since 1983 by the Farm Animal
Rights Movement (FARM), this year with the participation of Animal Justice, the Animal Law
Firm, the Animal Activism Mentorship Program, Jewish Veg, Switch4Good, and Their Turn.

04 October 2021
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67th National Wildlife Week on 02 to 08 October 2021
National Wildlife Week is annually celebrated across India between 2nd to 8th October with an
aim to protect and preserve the flora and fauna of India. The Wildlife Week 2021 is celebrated
from 2nd October to 8th October. In 2021, we are celebrating 67th Wildlife Week. This year
National Wildlife Week theme 2021: “Forests and Livelihoods: Sustaining People and Planet”.

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History of Wildlife Week:

The Indian Board of Wildlife was constituted and the idea of Wildlife Week was conceptualised
in 1952 to raise awareness about the long term goals of protecting the wildlife of India. Initially,
in 1955 the Wildlife day was celebrated which was later upgraded as Wildlife Week in 1957.

04 October 2021
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Indian Organisation LIFE receives 2021 Right Livelihood Award
The Delhi-based environmental organisation “Legal Initiative for Forest and Environment (LIFE)”
has been felicitated with the 2021 Right Livelihood Award, an international honour, also known
as Sweden’s alternative Nobel Prize. LIFE has been selected for the award for its “grassroots
approach of empowering vulnerable communities to protect their livelihoods and claim their right
to a clean environment.”

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Apart from this, other three awardees who were also honoured include:

Cameroonian women rights activist Marthe Wandou

Russian environmental activist Vladimir Slivyak
Canadian Indigenous rights defender Freda Huson
About the Awards:

The Award was established in 1980 by German-Swedish philanthropist Jakob von Uexkull to
“honour and support those who offer a practical and exemplary contribution in such fields as
environmental protection, human rights, sustainable development, health, education, which are
not included in Nobel Prize list. The Right Livelihood Award comes with a cash prize of 1 million
Swedish crowns ($115,000) and long-term support to highlight and expand Laureates’.

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Shiv Nadar to be awarded Global Leadership Award 2021
The US India Business Council (USIBC) has chosen Shiv Nadar and Mallika Srinivasan as the
recipient of its 2021 Global Leadership Award. Shiv Nadar is the founder and chairman emeritus
of HCL Technologies Limited. Mallika Srinivasan is the chair and managing director, Tractors
and Farm Equipment Limited (TAFE). Both will be honoured at the 2021 India Ideas Summit to
be held on October 6-7, 2021.

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About the awards:

The Global Leadership Awards which are given annually since 2007, honour top corporate
executives from the United States and India. According to the statement, they have
demonstrated exemplary leadership and played a significant role in advancing the strategic and
economic partnership between the two countries. Nisha Desai Biswal is the President of USIBC.

04 October 2021
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Amish Mehta appointed as new MD & CEO of CRISIL
Amish Mehta has been appointed as the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer
(MD & CEO) of rating agency Crisil with effect from October 01, 2021. He has replaced Ashu
Suyash. Crisil is owned by S&P.

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Mehta has more than two decades of leadership experience across industries and joined Crisil
in October 2014 as President and Chief Financial Officer. In July 2017, he was elevated as the
President and Chief Operating Officer, responsible for the global analytical centre, India
research and SME, the global innovation and excellence hub and corporate strategy.

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Crisil Founded: 1987;

Crisil Headquarters: Mumbai.

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Indian contingent departs for Sri Lanka joint exercise Mitra Shakti 21
The 8th edition of the India – Sri Lanka bilateral joint Exercise “Mitra Shakti-21” is scheduled to
take place at Combat Training School, Ampara in Sri Lanka from October 4 to 15, 2021. The
aim of the exercise is to enhance interoperability and sharing best practices in
counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism operations between Armies of both countries and
further strengthen the relationship between both the South Asian Nations.

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About the exercise:

The exercise will involve tactical level operations at the sub-unit level in an international Counter
Insurgency and Counter Terrorism environment and will go a long way in further strengthening
the relationship between both the South Asian Nations and will act as a catalyst in bringing
synergy and cooperation at the grass-root level between both Armies.