Approval for the National Maritime Heritage Complex at Lothal, Gujarat

• Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the development of the National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) at Lothal, Gujarat. On October 10, 2024.
• The NMHC aims to celebrate and preserve India’s 4500-year maritime heritage, showcasing its role in ancient maritime trade and culture.
• The project has two phases, with Phase 1A already 60% complete, and Phase 1B focusing on a lighthouse museum and thematic exhibitions, expected by 2025.
• Lothal, known for its ancient dockyards during the Indus Valley Civilization, is a symbolic site for India’s rich maritime legacy.
• Part of a broader initiative led by PM Narendra Modi, the complex will be a world-class destination for tourism, research, and maritime conservation, putting India’s maritime history on the global stage.

21st ASEAN-India Summit Held

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the 21st ASEAN-India Summit in Vientiane, marking his 11th appearance at the Summit in Vientiane on October 10, 2024.
• The main aim of the Summit was to strengthen the ASEAN-India Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and enhance cooperation in areas such as trade, digital transformation, and disaster resilience.
• PM Narendra Modi emphasized the importance of India’s Act East Policy in fostering deeper connections and collaboration within the region.
• He noted that trade between India and ASEAN has doubled to over $ 130 billion in the last decade.
• A new 10-point plan was introduced, including initiatives for tourism, disaster resilience, and education scholarships.

Rafael Nadal

• Spanish tennis star Rafael Nadal announced his retirement after 23 years in tennis, marking the end of an era for one of the sport’s greatest champions.
• His Final Match will be in upcoming November Davis Cup, capping off a historic career.
• Rafael Nadal’s legacy includes 22 Grand Slam titles, underscoring his status as a legend in tennis history.
• At just 15, Rafael Nadal quickly became a powerhouse, captivating fans worldwide with his skill and determination.
• Nadal has won French Open 14 Titles, US Open 2 Titles, Wimbledon 2 Titles, Australian Open 2 Titles, Davis Cup 5 Titles, Olympic Gold Medals 1 (Singles), 1 (Doubles), ATP Tour 92 Titles, Career Prize Money is Over $130 million.

Nima Rinji Sherpa

• 18 years old Nepal’s Nima Rinji Sherpa became the youngest climber to reach all 14 of the world’s tallest mountains, known as the “eight-thousanders” on October 10, 2024.
• Nima Rinji Sherpa reached the summit of Tibet’s 26335-foot Shishapangma on October 9, 2024.
• This was the final climb needed to complete his journey of conquering all 14 of the world’s “eight-thousanders.”
• Mingma Gyabu "David" Sherpa, a Nepali climber, previously held the record for summiting all 14 of the world's highest peaks in 2019 at age 30.

World Mental Health Day 2024

• World Mental Health Day, observed annually on October 10, was first initiated in 1992 by the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH). It promotes awareness and collaboration for mental health care worldwide.
• Theme 2024 focused on “Mental Health at Work,” emphasizing the need for supportive workplaces for mental well-being.
• India is facing significant mental health challenges, highlighted by the Economic Survey's call for improved policies.
• Recommendations include boosting the number of psychiatrists and incorporating mental health education in schools.
• Initiatives have been taken like the National Tele Mental Health Programme aim to enhance access to quality mental health services.