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NATIONAL AFFAIRS - November 2018

Nov 2018

Sep 01, 2022

Govt. Approves Signing of MoU with Nepal on Biodiversity Conservation

  • The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved an environment ministry proposal for signing a Memorandum of Understanding with Nepal on biodiversity conservation.
  • The MoU would help in promoting cooperation between India and Nepal in the field of forests, wildlife, environment, biodiversity conservation and climate change, including restoration of corridors and interlinking areas, and sharing knowledge and best practices.
  • The region along the Indo-Nepal border hosts some of the best wildlife habitats remaining in the Indian subcontinent.

Inter-ministerial MoU Inked for Promotion of 'One Herb, One Standard'

  • A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was inked between the Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine and Homoeopathy (Ministry of Ayush) and the Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (Ministry of Health) for inter-ministerial cooperation for the promotion and facilitation of "One Herb, One Standard".
  • The primary objective of this MoU is the development of cooperative efforts between the PCIM&H and the IPC to promote public health by facilitating the development of harmonised herbal drug standards. Since both the PCIM&H and the IPC are working with the common cause, it is logical and meaningful to harmonise the standards to achieve 'One Herb, One Standard'."

Indian Railway Installed 'Meghdoot' Machines at Mumbai Stations

  • Indian Railways have set up 'Meghdoot' machines at Dadar, Thane and other stations of the Mumbai Division. The unique 'Meghdoot' machines use innovative technology to convert water vapour in the air into potable water. The contract for setting up 17 'MEGHDOOT', Atmospheric Water Generator Kiosks' over Mumbai Division of Central Railway under NINFRIS policy for a period of 5 years has been awarded to Maithri Aquatech Pvt Ltd.

Nagesh Singh is India's Ambassador to Thailand

  • Nagesh Singh was appointed as India's next ambassador to Thailand.
  • Singh will be replacing ambassador Suchitra Durai and is expected to take up the assignment shortly.
  • Nagesh Singh is a 1995 batch officer of the Indian Foreign Service (IFS) who has served as Consul General of India in Atlanta.
  • He holds a master's degree from the Delhi School of Economics.

Rajasthan Registers Highest Number of Rape Cases in 2021: NCRB Report

  • According to data released by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), Rajasthan recorded the highest number of rape cases in the country in 2021.
  • As per the numbers, the crime rate in the country increased by more than 19 per cent compared to the previous year (2020). While it ranks second after Uttar Pradesh in overall crime against women, it continues to be ahead in rape cases.

Aug 31, 2022

Shah Faesal Appointed Deputy Secretary in Ministry of Culture

  • Shah Faesal, a 2010 batch IAS topper of erstwhile Jammu and Kashmir cadre, now AGMUT, was appointed as the Deputy Secretary in the Union Ministry of Culture under the Central Staffing Scheme.
  • As per report, his appointment will be for a period of four years from the date of taking over charge of the post or until further orders.

Cybercrime against Women up 28% Since 2019, Karnataka's Share Highest

  • As per data released by the National Crime Records Bureau, the number of cybercrime incidents in 2021 went up by 18.4 per cent since 2019, but the number of such cases against women rose at a significantly steeper 28 per cent.
  • Of the 52,974 incidents reported in 2021, 10,730 — 20.2 per cent — were reported as cases of crime against women, the data revealed.
  • The top five states accounted for 61 per cent share of cybercrimes against women. Karnataka had the highest share with 2,243 cases in 2021, followed by Maharashtra with 1,697, and Uttar Pradesh with 958 cases.

President Droupadi Murmu Meets with Queen Máxima of Netherlands

  • Queen Máxima of the Netherlands called on President Droupadi Murmu and they discussed deepening of bilateral ties between the two countries.
  • The two leaders also discussed in detail several aspects of universal financial inclusion which has been one of the main agenda of the Government of India.
  • President Murmu said that the Government of India is committed to connect every Indian with formal banking channels through various means and to ensure that the benefits provided by the government reach the last mile and the intended beneficiary without any pilferage. Queen Máxima appreciated the progress made in India in this direction in the last few years.
  • Queen Máxima visited India from in her official capacity as the United Nations Secretary-General's Special Advocate for Inclusive Finance for Development and G20 Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion honorary patron.

Aug 30, 2022

Subsidised Fertiliser under 'Bharat' Brand from October

  • All subsidised fertilisers, including Urea and DAP (Diammonium phosphate), will be sold from October under a single brand name "Bharat" as part of the Centre's 'One Nation, One Fertiliser' initiative, Chemicals and Fertilisers Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said.
  • The initiative is aimed at ensuring timely supply of fertiliser to farmers, bringing uniformity in supply, and reducing subsidy burden in terms of higher freight charges.
  • As of now, there is a crisscross movement of fertiliser due to brand preference in different parts of the country, he said.
  • The One Nation, One Fertiliser initiative is part of the Centre's fertiliser subsidy scheme Pradhanmantri Bhartiya Janurvarak Pariyojna (PMBJP). As part of this, the government also plans to set up Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samridhi Kendra (PMKSK), which will serve as a one-stop centre for farmers to access services such as soil health tests.

Nagaland Gets its 2nd Railway Station in 119 Years

  • Nagaland got its second railway station after a gap of more than 119 years. The Donyi Polo Express from Shokhuvi Railway Station was flagged off by Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio.
  • The Donyi Polo Express ran daily between Guwahati in Assam and Naharlagun in Arunachal Pradesh. The train service has now been extended till Shokhuvi, a few kilometres from Dimapur. Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh will be directly connected by train service with the extension of Donyi Polo Express till Shokhuvi Railway Station.

PM Narendra Modi Dedicates India's First Earthquake Memorial

  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi dedicated India's first earthquake memorial, named Smruti Van at Bhuj in Gujarat. Smruti Van is a unique memorial carrying the names of more than 12 thousand people who lost their lives in the devastating earthquake that struck in January 2001. The earthquake simulator will provide real like the experience of earthquake tremors to visitors. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and State BJP President C. R. Patil were present on the occasion.
  • The grand structure, which is the first such memorial in the country according to a Gujarat government official, is spread over 470 acres on Bhujio Hill near Bhuj town. It celebrates the spirit of resilience in the wake of the death of nearly 13,000 people during the earthquake on January 26, 2001, which had its epicentre in Bhuj.
  • The museum showcases Gujarat's topography, rebuilding initiatives and success stories after the 2001 earthquake, and informs about different kinds of disasters and future readiness for any type of disaster. It also has a block to relive the experience of an earthquake with the help of a 5D simulator and another block for people to pay homage to the lost souls.

Aug 29, 2022

AAI Signs MoU with Sweden to Facilitate Smart Aviation Technology

  • The Airports Authority of India (AAI) and Sweden's LFV Air Navigation Services signed a Memorandum of Understanding for collaboration in aviation technology.
  • This agreement would bring together two air navigation service providers, India and Sweden, with demonstrated capabilities in building and operationalising the next generation of sustainable aviation technology, to explore smart aviation solutions.
  • This MoU shall pave the way for bi-lateral exchange of aviation expertise and technology between the two countries.
  • The MoU was signed by M. Suresh, Member (Air Navigation Services), AAI and Magnus Corell, Deputy Director General, LFV Sweden.

PM Modi Inaugurates 'Atal Bridge'

  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated another attraction added near the Sabarmati Riverfront in Ahmedabad, the pedestrian-only Atal Bridge, named after former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. The foot over bridge connects the flower garden on the western-end and the upcoming arts and culture centre on the eastern-end of the riverfront.
  • This bridge will provide connectivity to Multi Level Car Parking and various public developments on East and West Bank from plaza between Flower Park and Event Ground at West Bank to proposed Art / Cultural / Exhibition Centre on East Bank.

Awadh Bihari Chaudhary Bihar's New Assembly Speaker

  • Veteran RJD leader Awadh Bihari Chaudhary was unanimously elected as Speaker of the Bihar Legislative Assembly.
  • The post had fallen vacant upon resignation of Vijay Kumar Sinha, against whom a no confidence motion was moved by the Mahagathbandhan', after it came to power in the state earlier this month.
  • Chaudhary was escorted to the Chair by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Sinha, a senior BJP leader, who has now become the Leader of the Opposition.

AAI Signs MoU with Sweden to Facilitate Smart Aviation Technology

  • The Airports Authority of India (AAI) and Sweden's LFV Air Navigation Services signed a Memorandum of Understanding for collaboration in aviation technology.
  • This agreement would bring together two air navigation service providers, India and Sweden, with demonstrated capabilities in building and operationalising the next generation of sustainable aviation technology, to explore smart aviation solutions.
  • This MoU shall pave the way for bi-lateral exchange of aviation expertise and technology between the two countries.
  • The MoU was signed by M. Suresh, Member (Air Navigation Services), AAI and Magnus Corell, Deputy Director General, LFV Sweden.

Govt. Launches Website to Boost Ongoing Coastal Clean-Up Campaign

  • Union Minister for Earth Sciences, Dr. Jitendra Singh unveiled a dedicated Website to give further boost to the ongoing Coastal Clean-Up campaign. The portal www.swachhsagar.org would give a push to the cleaning mission. Besides, Dr. Singh also launched the Campaign Logo-Vasuki, dedicated to the youth of the country as they along with the school students are taking keen interest in joining the coastal and beach cleaning activities. The Minister said that the ongoing pan-India Coastal Clean-Up campaign has received an overwhelming response as public figures, film celebrities, students and people from all walks of life are joining it.

Taurus Sainik Aramgrah Inaugurated by Indian Army and DMRC

  • The Taurus Sainik Aramgrah was inaugurated by Lt Gen Nav K. Khanduri, AVSM, VSM, GOC-in-C, Western Command at Delhi Cantt. The Taurus Sainik Aramgrah is the first of its kind project which is constructed by the collaboration of the Indian Army and Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC). The event was also facilitated by the officials of the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC).
  • The state art facility has 148 beds with an aesthetically designed waiting lounge, in-house dining, green area, and parking.
  • The Taurus Sainik Aramgrah is constructed to ensure the comfortable stay of serving or retired soldiers and their families.

NITI Aayog Declares Haridwar as Best Aspirational District in India

  • The NITI Aayog declared holy city of Haridwar in Uttarakhand as the best aspirational district on five parameters, thereby providing an additional allocation of three crore rupees.
  • The letter by NITI Aayog's Aspirational Districts Programme director Rakesh Ranjan to Uttarakhand chief secretary S.S. Sandhu and the district collector of Haridwar underlined that the district secured first rank in basic infrastructure theme and became entitled to receive additional allocation of Rs. 3 crore.

Aug 28, 2022

Karnataka Govt and Isha Foundation Inked an Mou to Promote Agriculture

  • According to its founder Jaggi Vasudev (Sadhguru), the Isha Foundation will sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Karnataka government to enhance soil health, as part of its "Save Soil" campaign.
  • In addition to other ministers, Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai will be visiting the Palace Grounds on Sunday to sign an MoU on "Save Soil."

EAC-PM to Launch the India@100 Roadmap

  • The Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM) on the 30th of this month in New Delhi will be unveiling the Competitiveness Roadmap for India@100.
  • The India@100 document by the EAC-PM serves as a roadmap for India's ascent to its centenary year and will inform and direct the country's path to higher income status by 2047.
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