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NATIONAL AFFAIRS - November 2018

Nov 2018

Oct 31, 2024

Union Health Minister JP Nadda Launches Five Pioneering Health Research Initiatives under DHR-ICMR

Union Health Minister, Jagat Prakash Nadda launched five DHR-ICMR health research initiatives planned under the 100-day agenda. These initiatives aim to propel India to the forefront of global health research and innovation, aligning with the nation's vision of a Viksit Bharat.
Nadda remarked, "These groundbreaking initiatives exemplify our commitment to a healthier and more self-reliant India. By fostering indigenous innovation and investing in advanced research, we are equipping our nation to tackle pressing health challenges effectively."

Vipin Kumar Assumes Role as Chairman of Airports Authority of India

Vipin Kumar, an IAS officer from the 1996 Bihar cadre, officially assumed the role of Chairman at the Airports Authority of India (AAI). Before his appointment to AAI, Kumar served as Additional Secretary in the Department of School Education & Literacy, Ministry of Education, where he oversaw key initiatives such as the Samagra Shiksha Scheme, National Education Policy-2020, and the PM-SHRI Scheme. He has also held several prominent roles in Bihar, including District Magistrate across multiple districts, Chairman of Bihar Bridge Construction Corporation, Managing Director of Bihar Milk Cooperative Federation (SUDHA), and Director of the Mid-Day Scheme in Bihar.
Founded in 1995, the Airports Authority of India was created through the Airports Authority of India Act, 1994 under the aegis of the Ministry of Civil Aviation.

Oct 30, 2024

Ahead of Jharkhand Poll, PM Announces 150th birth Anniversary Celebrations of Birsa

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the government would celebrate the 150th birth anniversary of the country's first Home Minister Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and freedom fighter Birsa Munda.
Modi urged people to become part of the government campaign. The announcement regarding Birsa Munda will resonate with the people of Jharkhand, where Assembly elections will be held next month in two phases — on November 13 and 20.
The BJP had earlier revealed plans to establish a grand memorial in Sundargarh district of Odisha to honour Munda, a Santhal icon and freedom fighter, on his birth anniversary.
Birsa Munda pronunciation (15 November 1875 – 9 June 1900) was an Indian tribal independence activist, and folk hero who belonged to the Munda tribe. He spearheaded a tribal religious millenarian movement that arose in the Bengal Presidency (now Jharkhand) in the late 19th century, during the British Raj, thereby making him an important figure in the history of the Indian independence movement.

Railway Protection Force Unveils 'Digital Memorial of Valour'

The Railway Protection Force (RPF) launched the 'Digital Memorial of Valour' in New Delhi, a heartfelt initiative dedicated to honouring the sacrifices of its brave personnel who laid down their lives in the line of duty.
The RPF is an armed force under the operational and administrative control of the Union Ministry of Railways.
It is tasked with protecting and securing railway property, the passenger areas, and the passengers themselves.
Constitution
The RPF was set up as a consequence of The Railway Protection Force Act, 1957.

Oct 29, 2024

Bhubaneswar's Public Transport System Shines at UMI 2024

The 17th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference & Exhibition 2024 concluded with a valedictory session led by Union Minister for Housing & Urban Affairs and Power, Manohar Lal, at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. This three-day event brought together key stakeholders and experts to discuss advancements in sustainable urban mobility solutions.
The UMI awards recognised excellence and best practices in urban transport across twelve categories.
Bhubaneswar was awarded the title of 'City with the Best Public Transport System' at the Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference & Exhibition 2024.
The award was presented to Odisha's Housing & Urban Development Minister, Dr. Krushna Chandra Mahapatra, by Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister, Manohar Lal.

NCGG Completes 34th Training for Maldivian Civil Servants, Boosting Indo-Maldivian Ties

The National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG) successfully concluded its 34th Capacity Building Programme (CBP) for Maldivian civil servants in New Delhi. The two-week program, organised in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), represented the second initiative under a renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed by India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Maldives' Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer. The MoU, effective from 2024 to 2029, aims to train 1,000 Maldivian civil servants, reinforcing India's commitment to enhancing governance across the Maldives.
NCGG's training initiatives have supported civil servants from 33 countries, including Bangladesh, Kenya, Tanzania, and Sri Lanka, emphasizing India's commitment to global good governance.

Oct 28, 2024

Centre Appoints 29 Joint Secretaries in Key Government Departments

In a move aimed at strengthening various departments, the Government of India appointed 29 officers as Joint Secretaries across different ministries and sectors. The reshuffle, orchestrated by the Centre, involved officers from a range of central services, including the Indian Defence Accounts Service (IDAS), Indian Railway Service of Electrical Engineers (IRSEE), Indian Audit and Accounts Service (IA&AS), and Indian Revenue Service (IRS), among others. This reshuffle reflects the government's commitment to optimising governance by assigning experienced and specialized personnel to pivotal roles.

Bhupendra Patel Inaugurates 17th Urban Mobility India Conference & Expo 2024

Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated the 17th Urban Mobility India Conference & Expo-2024 at the Mahatma Mandir Convention Centre in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The event, which concluded on October 27, 2024, gathered over 2,000 professionals and academics and discussed the future of urban transport in India. The conference focused on the theme 'Standardisation and Optimisation of Urban Transport Solutions,' aimed at enhancing urban mobility through integrated strategies and innovative practices.

Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh Launches the 21st Livestock Census

Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh launched the 21st Livestock Census, which will be conducted until February next (2025) year at a cost of Rs. 200 crore. He emphasised that the collection of precise data is crucial for the government to formulate effective policies aimed at ensuring animal health security and promoting growth in the livestock sector.
The census aims to provide precise data to help formulate effective policies for animal health security and sector growth.
In addition to the census, a USD 25 million 'Pandemic Fund Project' was launched to enhance animal health security and preparedness.

EC Signs Electoral Cooperation Pact with Uzbekistan

The Election Commission of India signed an agreement for electoral cooperation with Uzbekistan's central poll body. This agreement was formalised during Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar's visit to Tashkent, where he served as an international observer for the elections on October 27.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aims to strengthen and deepen interaction between the two Election Management Bodies (EMBs).
The agreement is designed for the mutual benefit of both democracies.
Both electoral bodies have a history of mutual cooperation, with officials serving as observers in each other's elections.
A four-member delegation from Uzbekistan, led by Khusanova Mukhtabar, participated in India's Lok Sabha elections earlier this year (2024).

Oct 27, 2024

Great Nicobar Island Gains 13th Major Port Status

A quarter century after Kamarajar Port was named the country's 12th major port, the mega International Container Trans-shipment Port (ICTP) at Galathea Bay, in the Great Nicobar Island in the Bay of Bengal, was notified as the 13th major port. This paves the way for the development of the port, which could prove a game changer for maritime trade in the region.
The ICTP, with a 20m natural draught, will be strategically located on the East-West international trade and shipping route in proximity to transshipment terminals like Singapore, Klang and Colombo.

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