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30 January 2023
By GyanOk

Daily Current Affairs Notes for 30 January 2023

Martyr’s Day (Shaheed Diwas) 2023: Mahatma Gandhi death Anniversary

On January 30, 2023, India will observe Martyrs' Day or Shaheed Diwas to pay tribute to all the freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives for the country.

Martyrs’ Day or Shaheed Diwas 2023

On January 30, 2023, India remembered the sacrifices of its freedom fighters by observing Martyrs' Day, also known as Shaheed Diwas. The day is also marked as the death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, who was assassinated by Nathuram Godse on this day in 1948. Godse, a member of Hindu Mahasabha, blamed Gandhi for favoring the Muslim community during the partition of India in 1947. Gandhi's last words were reportedly "Hey Ram".

In addition to being observed on January 30, Martyrs' Day is also celebrated on March 23 in honor of Bhagat Singh, Shivaram Rajguru, and Sukhdev Thapar, who were hanged to death on this day in 1931.

Significance of Shaheed Diwas

On January 30, 2023, India honored the memory of its fallen freedom fighters on Martyrs' Day, also known as Shaheed Diwas. This day marks the death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, revered as the "Father of the Nation," who was assassinated by Nathuram Godse in 1948. Gandhi was a champion of non-violence and advocated for truth, political and individual freedom, and Swaraj. On this day, the country pays tribute to Gandhi's legacy by visiting his memorial at Raj Ghat in Delhi and laying wreaths, with prominent leaders like the President, Vice President, Prime Minister, Defense Minister, and the heads of the Army, Air Force, and Navy paying their respects.

About Mahatma Gandhi

Mahatma Gandhi was born in the city of Porbandar in Gujarat on October 2, 1869. After completing his law degree in London, he went to South Africa to work as a barrister, where he was appalled by the mistreatment of Indians and people of color. In 1915, he joined the Indian National Congress and initiated various movements, including the Quit India Movement, the Dandi March, and the Non-cooperation Movement, to fight against British rule in India. He was known as 'Bapu' and chose a non-violent approach to fight against injustice. He also opposed the partition of India. Gandhi remains a revered figure in Indian history as one of its greatest freedom fighters, influencing all Indians to come together and raise their voice. His philosophy of satyagraha and ahimsa continues to be ingrained in the culture and ethos of India.

Hockey World Cup 2023: Germany beat Belgium 5-4 in the finals

Germany beat Belgium 5-4 in the penalty shootout to win the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2023 at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, India.

Hockey World Cup 2023:

Germany won the 2023 FIH Men's Hockey World Cup in India by defeating Belgium 5-4 in a penalty shootout after regulation ended in a 3-3 draw. This was Germany's 3rd World Cup title, putting them on par with Netherlands and Australia. They became the 4th team to win a World Cup final after coming back from a 2-0 deficit. The Netherlands won the bronze medal by defeating Australia 3-1. It was Australia's first time not finishing on the podium since 1998.

FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2023 standings – all teams

Germany
Belgium
Netherlands
Australia
England
Spain
New Zealand
Korea
Argentina
India
South Africa
Wales
France
Malaysia
Chile
Japan

Petr Pavel, Former Chairman of the NATO Military Committee, Became the President of the Czech Republic

Petr Pavel, a former chairman of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) military committee, has become the new president of the Czech Republic.

Petr Pavel, former chairman of NATO's military committee, has been elected as the new President of the Czech Republic. He won a run-off vote against billionaire Andrej Babis with 58% of the vote, according to the Czech Statistics Office. Pavel replaces outgoing President Milos Zeman.

More About This Development:

Petr Pavel was elected as the new President of the Czech Republic after a second-round run-off against Andrej Babis. Pavel won 58.3% of the vote while Babis received 41.7%. He will take office in March, replacing outgoing President Milos Zeman. Zeman was known for his divisive and outspoken nature, as well as his fluctuating views on Moscow and its relationship with Ukraine.

Petr Pavel’s Political Lineage:

Petr Pavel, the newly elected President of the Czech Republic, is a strong advocate for the European Union and NATO, considering the country's future to be deeply connected to its membership in these organizations. He has repeatedly stated his support for providing military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine during its conflict with Russia.