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21 Apr 2024

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INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

Indian Envoy to Austria Joins International Atomic Energy Agency

  • The Indian ambassador to Austria, Shambhu Kumaran, joined the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
  • Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Mariano Grossi, welcomed him and stressed that India is a key partner in all their initiatives.
  • The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is an intergovernmental organisation that seeks to promote the peaceful use of nuclear energy and to inhibit its use for any military purpose, including nuclear weapons. It was established in 1957 as an autonomous organisation within the United Nations system; though governed by its own founding treaty, the organisation reports to both the General Assembly and the Security Council of the United Nations, and is headquartered at the UN Office at Vienna, Austria.
  • Rafael Grossi is the current (as in April 2024) Director-General of the International Atomic Energy Agency.
  • The IAEA has 178 member states (as in April 2024). 
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ENVIRONMENT

India, France to Launch Climate fund for Start-ups in Indo-Pacific Countries

  • India and France will launch a fund aimed to support start-ups and climate-centric innovations in the Indo-Pacific.
  • The agreement for the fund, along with the funding amount, was finalised, paving the way for potential projects to receive funding in the Western Indian Ocean region and the wider Indo-Pacific area.
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BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

RBI Approves Ajith Kumar K. K. as Dhanlaxmi Bank's MD & CEO

  • The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approved Ajith Kumar K. K's appointment as Managing Director & CEO of Dhanlaxmi Bank, marking a pivotal moment amidst the bank's preparations for a Rs. 300 crore rights issue. The leadership transition follows a series of senior management exits amid internal conflicts.
  • Ajith Kumar K. K., leveraging over 36 years of experience at Federal Bank, brings expertise in credit, human resources, and branch banking. His appointment signifies a strategic move to navigate the bank through its current challenges.

ABFRL Board Approves Vertical Demerger of Madura Fashion and Lifestyle Business

  • The board of Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail (ABRFL) approved the proposal of a vertical demerger of Madura Fashion and Lifestyle (MFL) business into a newly incorporated entity named as Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands (ABLB). 
  • ABFRL also plans to raise Rs. 2,500 crore equity capital within 12 months of demerger with promoter participation, and it will be used to strengthen its balance sheet and fund the growth of the remaining businesses.
  • It also added that ABLB will be listed separately on exchanges post the completion of the demerger.
  • Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited (ABFRL) is an Indian fashion retail company headquartered in Mumbai. It emerged after the consolidation of the branded apparel businesses of Aditya Birla Group, comprising ABNL's Madura Fashion division and ABNL's subsidiaries Pantaloons Fashion and Retail (PFRL) and Madura Fashion & Lifestyle (MFL), in May 2015. Post consolidation, PFRL was renamed Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd.

Airtel Payments Bank Launches NCMC-enabled Debit and Prepaid Cards

  • Airtel Payments Bank has introduced NCMC-aligned debit and prepaid cards in collaboration with NPCI, powered by RuPay. These cards are designed to support India's One Nation, One Card initiative. Savings account holders can avail NCMC-enabled debit cards, while wallet users can opt for prepaid cards. Crafted from eco-friendly e-PVC material, these cards offer versatility in payment options, including offline transit transactions, online shopping, and enhanced security with EMV Chip protection.
  • All-in-One Travel Solution: Seamlessly use the card for offline transit transactions like metros, buses, tolls, and parking.
  • Versatile Usage: From offline shopping to e-commerce purchases, ticket bookings, and fuel payments, the card covers various transaction needs.
  • Flexible Payment Options: Enjoy multiple fare options, including pay-per-ride and purchase passes.
  • Enhanced Security: Ensure better security with the highly secured EMV Chip-protection feature.
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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Meta Unveils Upgraded AI Assistant Powered by Llama 3

  • Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced the launch of the company's advanced AI assistant, Meta AI, powered by the state-of-the-art language model Llama 3. The new AI offering is designed to enhance the user experience across Meta's popular apps, including WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, and Messenger, while also being available on a dedicated website, meta.ai.
  • Meta AI promises to deliver faster and more accurate assistance to users, aiding them in tasks such as finding restaurants, planning trips, studying for exams, and generating design inspiration. One of the standout features is the introduction of "Imagine," which enables users to create images in real-time from text descriptions.
  • This beta feature is currently available on WhatsApp and the Meta AI website, allowing users to watch their visions come to life as they type. Additionally, users can personalise their content by animating images, altering styles, and transforming images into GIFs using Meta AI.
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SPORTS

India's Male Wrestlers Fail to Secure Olympic Quotas, Going Flat in Bishkek

  • In three out of the last four Olympics, India's male wrestlers have returned with at least one medal. This time, they are struggling to even qualify.
  • Owing to a combination of factors – misfortune, luck of draw and sub-par quality talent and limited run-up tournaments – India's men's freestyle wrestlers have been unable to win quotas for the Paris Olympics, extending their abysmal run. It leaves them in a major spot of bother with just one more chance left to qualify at the World Qualifiers from May 9 to 12.
  • The first day of the Asian Olympic Qualifiers began for India with one of the country's top medal potential, Deepak Punia, being stopped from competing in the 86 kg category as he reached the venue late, even though he reached Bishkek against all odds after being stuck in flooded Dubai.
  • India has so far secured just one Olympic quota in wrestling, with Antim Panghal getting the job done at the World Championships last year in the 53 kg category.

Esha, Bhavesh Reign Supreme on Day 1

  • Esha Singh topped the women's 25m pistol qualification while Bhavesh Shekhawat led the men's 25m rapid-fire pistol charts on Day 1 of the Olympics selection trials.
  • Esha totalled 585 across her precision and rapid-fire rounds in the women's sport pistol T1 qualification, two points clear of Simranpreet Kaur Brar. Manu Bhaker (582) was a close third while Abhidnya Patil (577) and Rhythm Sangwan (574) were fourth and fifth, respectively.
  • Bhavesh (580) was rewarded for being the most consistent shooter throughout the day. However, Vijayveer Sidhu (579) and Anish (578) as the quota holders in the event will feel satisfied with the day's work.
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NATIONAL AFFAIRS

Veteran BJP Leader and Former Minister Malikayya Guttedar Joins Congress

  • Former Minister and BJP leader Malikayya Guttedar joined the Congress.
  • The six-time MLA from Afzalpur in Kalaburagi district has been upset with the induction of his brother Nithin Guttedar into the BJP.
  • M. Y. Patil from Congress had won the seat in the 2023 Assembly election, in which Malikayya Guttedar had finished third behind Nithin, who contested as an independent.

Tajinder Bittu, Priyanka Gandhi's Close Aide, Joins BJP

  • Tajinder Singh Bittu, a close aide of Priyanka Gandhi, joined the BJP in Delhi hours after resigning from the Congress. The development came as another setback to the Congress, which has seen an exodus of high-profile leaders in recent weeks amid the Lok Sabha polls.
  • Bittu, who was the Congress secretary in-charge of Himachal Pradesh, joined the BJP in the presence of Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and party general secretary Vinod Tawde.
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DEFENCE

Amid South China Sea Tension, India Delivers BrahMos to Philippines

  • India delivered the BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to the Philippines as part of a $375-million deal signed in 2022.
  • An IAF C-17 Globemaster transport aircraft and a chartered aircraft delivered the missile system to the Philippines Marine Corps. 
  • As per reports, three batteries of the weapon system would be deployed by the Philippines in their coastal area amid tensions with China in the South China Sea.
  • The deal for a shore-based variant of an anti-ship cruise missile marked India's first major export order. The missile has a range of around 290 km.
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DAYS AND EVENTS

National Civil Service Day

  • National Civil Services Day in India is celebrated on April 21.
  • In 1947 on April 21 Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel, Home Minister of independent India addressed the Probationary Officers at the all-Indian Administrative Service Training School at Metcalfe House in New Delhi. Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel delivered a powerful speech and empowered the civil servants to adopt the role of national service leaving behind the experience. In his speech, he referred to civil servants as the "Steel frame of India". The first such function was held in Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi on April 21, 2006. So, since 2006 it has been celebrated as National Civil Service Day on the 21st of April. 
  • The theme for National Civil Services Day 2024 is 'Empowering Citizens, Enhancing Governance'. This theme emphasises citizen-centered governance and the responsibility of civil servants to empower citizens through transparent, accountable, and responsive administration.
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AWARDS AND HONOURS

Deepika Soreng Honoured with Asunta Lakra Award

  • Deepika Soreng, the promising forward of the India Women's Hockey Team, has been honoured with the prestigious Hockey India Asunta Lakra Award for Upcoming Player of the Year during the Hockey India 6th Annual Awards 2023. The award recognises her outstanding performance and immense potential as a rising star in the sport.
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ART AND CULTURE

Fossils of Massive Prehistoric Snake Found in Lignite Mine in Gujarat

  • Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee reported the discovery of fossils of one of the largest snakes that ever existed and likely lived 47 million years ago during a period called the Middle Eocene. The fossils were found in Kutch, Gujarat, and the reptile, named Vasuki Indicus, could have been anywhere between 10 metres and 15 metres long, or as big as a modern-day school bus.
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TOURISM AND HOTEL INDUSTRY AWARENESS

Delhi Airport Ranks among World's Busiest Airports for 2023

  • The Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in Delhi was among the top 10 busiest airports in the world, according to new rankings released by the Airports Council International (ACI).
  • Catering to 72.2 million passengers in the year 2023, the IGI airport was ranked number 10 on the list.
  • The top ten airports in the list are: Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, Dubai International Airport, Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, Heathrow Airport (LHR), Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), Denver International Airport (DEN), Istanbul Airport (IST), Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Chicago's O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL).
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LAW AND CONSTITUTIONAL AFFAIRS

Central Government Notifies Appointment of 5 Permanent Judges for Karnataka High Court

  • The Central government notified the appointment of five new permanent judges for the Karnataka High Court.
  • The names of additional judges Justices Cheppudira Monnappa Poonacha, Anil Bheemsen Katti, Chandrashekhar Mrutyunjaya Joshi, Umesh Manjunathbhat Adiga, and Talkad Girigowda Shivashankare Gowda were approved for such elevation.
  • The Supreme Collegium had recommended the move earlier this month (April 2024).
  • The High Court Collegium had made recommendations to this effect in January, with the Chief Minister and the Governor of Karnataka assenting to the same.
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