* The National Security Guard (NSG) has organised the multinational Joint Anti-Terror Exercise (JATE), “Manesar Anti-Terror 2022” at NSG Manesar Garrison.

* The exercises was conducted under the framework of SCO Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS).

* It is the second stage of the exercise, as the Stage-1 was conducted from July 27 to August 1 by the National Counter Terrorist Forces of SCO Member Countries in their respective territories.

* Asteria Aerospace Limited has received India’s first micro category drone type certification for its indigenously designed A200 drone from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).

* The A200 drone was found to be fully compliant with the Certification Scheme for Unmanned Aircraft Systems.

* Asteria’s A200 drone has been developed for surveying and mapping applications in GIS, agriculture, construction, mining and other industries.

* The Indian Olympic Association has announced that the 37th edition of the National Games will be hosted by Goa in October 2023.

* The date of the 37th National Games will be decided while keeping in view of the dates of the 19th Asian Games which will be held from 23rd September to 8th October, 2022 in Hangzhou, China.

* Goa had received the rights to host the National Games in 2008, failed to host them, due to different reasons.

* PM Narendra Modi has declared Modhera village in Gujarat as the country's first 24x7 solar-powered village.

* Modhera, is famous for the Sun temple that was built during the Chalukya.

* The village has a ground-mounted solar power plant, and over 1,300 rooftop solar systems with 1kW capacity have been installed on houses to generate electricity.

* Both the central and state governments have invested over ₹80 crore in this project in two phases.

* Ministry of WCD has organized National Conference on Skilling in Non-Traditional Livelihood for Girls - Betiyan Bane Kushal in New Delhi.

* This conference was organized under the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao initiative.

* Aim: Convergence between Ministries and Departments to ensure the skill development of girls.

* During the event, MoUs was signed between the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and the Ministry of Minority Affairs for Skilling of Young Girls.

* The International Day of the Girl Child is observed annually on October 11 to raise awareness about the gender inequality faced by girls worldwide.

* Theme 2022: 'Our time is now - our rights, our future.'

* On December 2011, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted a resolution to declare 11th October as this day.

* This day was first celebrated on October 11, 2012.

* This year will be the 10th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl Child (IDG).

* Mahendra Singh Dhoni has launched a 'made-in-India camera drone named 'Droni' with advanced features.

* This drone was manufactured by Garuda Aerospace.

* The new drone is useful for surveillance and will be available for purchase towards the end of 2022.

* During the event, it was also announced the launch of the Kisan Drone, a battery-powered device, aimed at farmers who want to spray pesticides.

* Garuda Aerospace founder: Agnishwar Jayaprakash

* IDBI Bank has signed an MoU with Vayana Network for end-to-end digitalization services.

* Aim: To contribute in the growth of the supply chain finance penetration in India, which is less than 1% of gross domestic product (GDP) and contributes only 5% of the outstanding banking assets.

* IDBI Bank has an existing CMS and e-trade platform.

* With this partnership, the bank aims to provide complete digital solutions to corporate banking and small business clients.

* As per the Commitment to Reducing Inequality Index 2022, India has ranked 123 out of 161 countries, improved its ranking by six places.

* Findings: India has reduced inequality but continues to be among the lowest performers in health spending.

* Top three: Norway, Germany and Australia

* Prepared by: Oxfam International and Development Finance International (DFI).

* It measures the government’s policies and actions in three areas (health, education, and social protection).

* RBL Bank and BookMyShow have partnered to launch a new credit card named ‘Play’.

* With this card, RBL Bank will be able to reach BMS's wide base of 200 million monthly customer visits.

* This card will be available to select customers on BookMyShow and give them access to offers on transactions.

* While BMS customers can purchase this credit card for an annual fee of Rs 500.

* Earlier in 2016, RBL Bank had partnered with BMS for the launch of Fun Plus credit card.