World Post Day 2023

• The World Post Day is observed annually on October 9^th.
• This day serves as a reminder of the vital contribution made by post offices to linking communities.
• The 1969 Universal Postal Congress in Tokyo officially proclaimed this event to commemorate the establishment of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) in 1874.
• The theme of the day 2023 is “Together for Trust: Collaborating for a safe and connected future.”

David Warner Becomes Fastest Player to Score 1000 Runs in ODI World Cup

• In the ICC Men's ODI World Cup match against India at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, David Warner achieved the remarkable milestone of becoming the fastest player in the history of the tournament to reach 1000 runs.
• David Warner accomplished this remarkable feat in just 19 innings, maintaining an impressive average of 62.
• David Warner record includes three half-centuries and four centuries since he first participated in the tournament in 2011.

21^st Edition of India France Bilateral Naval Exercise ‘Varuna’ 2023

• The second phase of the 21^st edition of the Varuna bilateral exercise (Varuna-23) between the Indian and French Navy took place in the Arabian Sea.
• This exercise involved the active participation of guided missile frigates, tankers, Maritime Patrol Aircraft, and integral helicopters from both sides.
• The three days exercise included joint operations, underway replenishment activities, and various tactical maneuvers.
• Units from both naval forces collaborated to enhance and refine their warfare capabilities, improve interoperability, and showcase their capacity to promote peace, security, and stability in the region.
• The initial phase of 'Varuna-2023' occurred off the Western Seaboard of India from January 16 to January 20, 2023.

RBI Approves Dipak Gupta as Interim Kotak Chief for 2 Months

• The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has granted approval for the appointment of Dipak Gupta as the interim Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Kotak Mahindra Bank.
• Initially, the appointment was for a four-month duration, but it has now been reduced to two months.
• The appointment of Dipak Gupta became necessary due to the abrupt resignation of the bank's founder, Uday Kotak, which took effect on September 1.

India and Saudi Arabia Tie Up for Green Hydrogen

• India and Saudi Arabia sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at establishing a secure green hydrogen supply chain and fostering cooperation on power grid interconnection.
• The signing of this MoU took place in Riyadh during the MENA Climate Week 2023, with the union minister for power and new & renewable energy, RK Singh, representing India, and the Saudi minister of energy, Abdulaziz bin Salman Al-Saud, representing Saudi Arabia.

Indian Air Force Unveils New Ensign on its 91^st Anniversary

• The Indian Air Force (IAF) celebrated its 91^st anniversary at the Bamrauli Air Force Station in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.
• The highlight of the occasion was the unveiling of the new IAF ensign by Air Chief Marshal V.R. Chaudhari.
• This event featured several historic milestones, such as the incorporation of the Air Force crest and the historic appointment of the first-ever woman officer to lead the Air Force Day Parade, Group Captain Shaliza Dhami, among other distinguished individuals.