26th September 2023 Daily Current Affairs
International Affairs
1. World’s Second Largest Hindu Temple outside India to be Inaugurated in US
- New Jersey in the US is set to host the world’s second-largest Hindu temple outside India, to be formally inaugurated on October 8.
- Hailed as the world’s largest Hindu temple outside India “in the modern era”, the Akshardham temple was built by the BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham organization.
- It is dedicated to Bhagwan Swaminarayan, a Hindu spiritual leader of the 19th century, and was inspired by his 5th spiritual successor Pramukh Swami Maharaj
Honours & Awards
2. Legendary actor Waheeda Rehman to receive Dadasaheb Phalke Award
- Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Singh Thakur announced that veteran actor Waheeda Rehman has been chosen for Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award 2023
- The actress has been critically acclaimed for her roles in Hindi films like Pyaasa, Kaagaz ke Phool and several others
- A Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan awardee, she has exemplified dedication, commitment and the strength of a Bharatiya Nari who can achieve the highest level of professional excellence
Sports
3. India Women’s Cricket Team Wins Gold Medal By Defeating Sri Lanka
- Indian women’s cricket team won their maiden gold medal in Asian Games 2023 by defeating Sri Lanka by 19 runs in the final.
- This is a historic feat achieved by the Indian Women’s cricket team.
- India secured a new world record and captured the gold medal in the men’s 10 air rifle team event during the Asian Games 2023.
- The Indian contingent participating in the men’s four rowing final displayed their mettle, securing a well-deserved bronze medal.
State Affairs
4. Madhya Pradesh notifies ‘Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve’
- Madhya Pradesh, which is home to the most tigers in the country, has got a new protected area for the big cats named ‘Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve’, the seventh in the state and 54th in the country.
- Veerangana Drugavati Sanctuary, recognized for their ecological significance in preserving biodiversity, including flora, fauna, geology, and zoology
- Until now, M.P. was home to six tiger reserves – Kanha, Bandhavgarh, Satpura, Pench, Panna and Sanjay-Dubri.
Honours & Awards
5. Biswanath Ghat in Assam named ‘Best Tourism Village of India 2023
- Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that Biswanath Ghat has been selected as the Best Tourism Village of India 2023 by the Ministry of Tourism.
- Located on the banks of the Brahmaputra River, Biswanath Ghat is also popularly known as ‘Gupta Kashi’ and is named after the ancient Biswanath Mandir.
- The village is located towards the south of Biswanath Charialii Town.
- The ghat boasts a cluster of temples of different gods.
Banking & Finance
6. SIDBI signs pact with DLAI to boost fintech sector
- The Small Industries Development Bank of India has inked an agreement with the Digital Lenders Association of India (DLAI) to boost the country’s fintech sector.
- Aim: To collaborate with SIDBI to develop standard protocols to expedite the adoption of digital lending partnerships including alliances between banks and Lending Service Providers
- It also provides resource support to eligible DLAI member NBFCs and also explores Assignment and Securitisation transactions