L Murugan Resigns as Minister; Shubman Gill and Shefali Sharma Named ICC Players of the Month
Mumbai, October 15: In today’s key current affairs, crucial for students preparing for government jobs, several significant events have unfolded.
1. Boxing Federation of India Secretary Suspended
On October 14, Ajay Singh, President of the Boxing Federation of India (BFI), suspended Secretary Pramod Kumar. He faces allegations of financial irregularities, failure to cooperate with investigations, and misuse of authority. His suspension will remain in effect until the investigation concludes. Kumar had previously written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi accusing Singh and Executive Director Colonel Arun Malik of misconduct. During his suspension, Kumar is prohibited from issuing any correspondence or directives on behalf of the BFI.
2. L Murugan Resigns as Union Minister
On October 13, Union Minister L Murugan resigned from his position, marking the third resignation of a state minister from the council. He has also expressed his intention to resign from the Rajya Sabha in a five-page letter to PM Modi. Murugan has been a member of the Rajya Sabha since September 2021 and was re-elected from Madhya Pradesh in April 2024, with a term lasting until April 2030.
3. DRDO Successfully Tests Quantum Key Distribution
On October 14, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully tested a Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) platform in a live network. This achievement is a significant step towards enhancing India’s cybersecurity and secure military communication systems. The test was conducted at the Proof and Experimental Establishment (PXE) in Chandipur, Odisha. QKD technology works on the principles of quantum mechanics to encrypt data securely.
4. West Bengal Government Merges Madarsa Service Commission
On October 14, the West Bengal government decided to dissolve the Madarsa Service Commission, which was approved by the state cabinet on October 5. The commission will be merged into the West Bengal School Service Commission, aiming to streamline teacher recruitment for schools and madrasas while maintaining the unique identity of madarsa education.
5. Shubman Gill and Shefali Sharma Named ICC Players of the Month
On October 13, Shubman Gill and Shefali Sharma were awarded the ICC Player of the Month for September. Gill, now a five-time winner, surpassed competitors Abhishek Sharma and Zimbabwe’s captain Sikandar Raza. He scored 334 runs in three ODIs against the West Indies, including a record double century. Shefali, the women’s category winner, scored 360 runs and took six wickets, excelling in the Women’s Asia Cup.
6. Yuvraj Singh Appointed Assistant and Batting Coach for Delhi Capitals
On October 13, former Indian cricket player Yuvraj Singh was appointed as the Assistant Coach and Batting Coach for Delhi Capitals for IPL 2027. This marks Yuvraj’s first formal coaching role, where he will collaborate with head coach Sourav Ganguly.
