November 13, 2024

Miscellaneous


Tata Aircraft Complex

Current Context : Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez inaugurated the Tata Aircraft Complex at Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) in Vadodara, Gujarat. Collaboration: The plant was inaugurated in collaboration with Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) and Airbus Defence and Space (Spain). Purpose: The facility will manufacture C-295 medium-lift tactical transport aircraft for the Indian Air Force (IAF) under the "Make in India" initiative. Production and Delivery: It will produce 40 C-295 aircraft locally, with the first one expected by 2026, supporting India’s self-reliance in defense. Significance: This project strengthens India’s defense manufacturing sector, marks a....Read More

21st Livestock Census

Recently, the Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying launched the 21st Livestock Census in New Delhi. About 21st Livestock Census: Objective: Conducted every five years, this census counts all domesticated animals, poultry, and stray animals in India, covering species, breeds, and the ownership status of each animal. Timeline: The enumeration process for the 21st census is set from October 2024 to February 2025. Species Covered: Sixteen main animal species, such as cattle, buffalo, yak, sheep, and goat, are included, as well as poultry like chickens and ducks. Data will be collected for 219 indigenous breeds recognized by the....Read More

Lighthouse Tourism

Current Context : The 2nd National Lighthouse Festival, including the first 'Lighthouse Tourism Conclave 2024,' took place in Puri, Odisha. It was organized by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways (MoPSW). Aim : to explore the tourism potential of lighthouses, enhance awareness of India’s maritime heritage, and promote conservation efforts​ The initiative includes the transformation of 75 iconic lighthouses across 9 coastal states and 1 union territory into tourist attractions. These lighthouses have been equipped with facilities like maritime museums, amphitheaters, children’s parks, and more. Goal : to transform these structures into centers of tourism, culture, and learning. The....Read More

Current Context : Recently, Meta, in partnership with the Indian government, launched a safety campaign called ‘Scam se Bacho’. Goal : to promote awareness and educate people on how to recognize and avoid various online scams, aligning with the government’s efforts to combat cybercrime. It is a two-month initiative focused on enhancing digital safety. Collaborative Effort: The campaign involves multiple government bodies, including: Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C)Read More

Current Context : The Maharashtra government  approved the proposal to rename Pune airport as Jagadguru Sant Tukaram Maharaj Airport. ABOUT SANT TUKARAM MAHARAJ : Born in 1608 in Dehu near Pune, was a revered Hindu saint and poet from Maharashtra. He played a significant role in the Bhakti movement, advocating devotion to Lord Vithoba (a form of Krishna) worshipped in Pandharpur. Role in Bhakti Movement: Promoted devotion to Lord Vithoba through Abhanga poetry and community gatherings (kirtans). Teachings: Focused on spiritual equality, addressing social inequalities and opposing caste discrimination. Abhanga Poetry: Wrote around 4,500 Abhangas, known for their simplicity, devotion, and reflection on....Read More

‘Samvidhan Mandir’

Current Context : The Honorable Vice President of India Shri. Jagdeep Dhankhar has inaugurated the “Constitutional Temple - Samvidhan Mandir” at 433 Industrial Training Institutes across Maharashtra. This programme was organized by the Maharashtra Skill, Employment, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation Department. The Constitution Temples have been designed to educate students about the importance and sanctity of the Constitution of India and to disseminate the ideas and thoughts of the father of the Indian Constitution, Bharat Ratna, Bhimrao R Ambedkar.Read More

Operation Sadbhav

Current Context : The Government of India launched Operation Sadbhav to provide humanitarian assistance to countries affected by Typhoon Yagi. Under Operation Sadbhav, India has extended assistance to the Government of Myanmar, Vietnam and Laos to provide relief to the affected communities impacted by the natural disaster. The Operation is being carried by the Indian Navy and the Indian Air Force, with INS Satpura and IAF jets carrying out the relief operation. HUMANITARIAN ASSISTANCE INCLUDE : 10 tons of aid that includes dry ration, clothing and medicines left for 35 tons of aid comprising of water purification items, water containers,....Read More

Vedic-3D Museum

Current Context : Uttar Pradesh government will construct a Vedic-3D museum in Varanasi at the main building of the Sampurnanand Sanskrit University. The museum will showcase the evolution of Vedic literature, highlighting the 16 Sanskars, 64 arts, and 18 Vidya Sthans as well as contributions of Indian sages. It serve as a platform to revive the tradition of ‘Shastrartha'(spiritual discourse).Read More

Vishanu Yuddh Abhyas

Current Context : A comprehensive mock drill 'Vishanu Yuddh Abhyas' (Virus War Exercise) was conducted in Rajasthan's Ajmer district to assess pandemic preparedness, under the aegis of the  NATIONAL ONE HEALTH MISSION (NOHM) Objective : to evaluate the readiness and response of the National Joint Outbreak Response Team (NJORT), composed of experts from human health, animal husbandry, and wildlife sectors. A mock zoonotic disease outbreak scenario was created to simulate a real-world outbreak. The drill was structured around two key components: Investigation and identification of the virus responsible for the mock outbreak Actions initiated to control the spread of illness....Read More

New Districts in Ladakh

Current Context : The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) announced the creation of five new districts in Union Territory of Ladakh. These districts are Zanskar, Drass, Sham, Nubra and Changthang. Ladakh was a part of Jammu and Kashmir before 2019. CREATION OF NEW DISTRICTS : The power to create new districts or alter or abolish existing districts rests with the State governments. This can either be done through an executive order or by passing a law in the State Assembly. ABOUT LADAKH Situated in the northernmost region of India Bordered by Tibet (China) to the east, Pakistan-administered Gilgit-Baltistan to....Read More

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