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NATIONAL AFFAIRS - May 2022

May 2022

Jan 29, 2024

Nitish Kumar Resigns as Bihar Chief Minister amidst Alliance Turmoil

Nitish Kumar, who was uniting the Opposition to take on BJP, took oath as Bihar Chief Minister with BJP as the new alliance partner.
The Bihar leader dumped his partner RJD and resigned as Chief Minister earlier.
After meeting the governor, he said, that I have resigned from the post of Chief Minister. The new Grand Alliance that was created (in August 2022) is not in a good condition. The situation is not looking good.

BJP Appoints LS Poll in-charges: Panda Gets UP, Tawde Bihar

The BJP appointed its election in-charges and co-in-charges for states and Union Territories for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.
Baijayant Panda was given the charge of the crucial state of Uttar Pradesh while Vinod Tawde was appointed as election in-charge of political affairs in Bihar, where JD(U) president and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar returned to the NDA. Some of the other names included Bihar ex-minister Mangal Pandey in West Bengal, Tripura ex-CM Biplab Kumar Deb in Haryana and BJP general secretary Tarun Chugh in J&K and Ladakh.

Rajasthan, MP, Centre Sign MoU for Modified River Linking Project

An MoU was signed by Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh with the Union Ministry of Jal Shakti for implementation of the Modified Parbati-Kalisindh-Chambal-ERCP (Modified PKC-ERCP) Link Project.
The project envisages integration of original PKC river link project with Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project to implement it as an inter-state river linking project under the national perspective plan of interlinking of rivers (ILR) programme of the Government of India.

Jan 28, 2024

UNICEF Joins Hands with NIUA to Empower Young People for Urban Governance

The Urban Youth Unit at NIUA and YuWaah - UNICEF came into a partnership to solidify their commitment to empowering young people for urban governance. The Statement of Intent was exchanged between Lovlesh Sharma, Head, Urban Youth Unit and Abhishek Gupta, COO, YuWaah at the National Youth Day celebrations hosted by National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA).
Over the next three years, the organisations will co-create and implement scalable youth-driven solutions to address the challenges faced by cities. The primary focus of this partnership is enhancing youth leadership, participation and action research towards strengthening civic behaviours and urban governance.

Lok Sabha Speaker Inaugurates Presiding Officers' Conference

Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla inaugurated the 84th All India Presiding Officers' Conference (AIPOC) in Mumbai.
During the two-day conference, the attendees held discussions on strengthening people's trust in democratic institutions and the need to maintain discipline and decorum in Parliament and the legislatures of states and Union Territories. It also deliberated on how to make the committee system more purposeful and effective.
The Presiding Officers' Conference was preceded by the 60th Conference of Secretaries of Legislative bodies in India.
Lok Sabhac Secretary General Utpal Kumar Singh chaired the Conference of Secretaries of Legislative bodies in India in which they discussed 'Making Use of Cutting Edge Technologies in the Service of Legislature'.

Jan 27, 2024

Republic Day 2024

The Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path in 2024 was a vibrant and eclectic celebration of India's unity in diversity. With 25 captivating tableaux from 16 states and Union Territories, the parade showcased a kaleidoscope of themes ranging from education and empowerment to traditional arts and sports achievements. Each tableau represented the unique cultural, social, and technological facets of the participating regions, contributing to the rich tapestry of India's national identity.
The selection of tableaux for the Republic Day Parade follows a rigorous process overseen by an expert committee comprising eminent individuals from various artistic and cultural fields. To ensure equitable representation, the Ministry of Defence introduced a unique three-year roll-over plan. This plan guarantees rotational participation for all states and Union Territories, addressing concerns of non-inclusion and fostering inclusivity on the grand stage of the Republic Day Parade.
The themes for Republic Day 2024, "Viksit Bharat" (Developed India) and "Bharat – Loktantra ki Matruka" (India – Mother of Democracy), encapsulated the aspirations and democratic ethos of the nation.
For the Republic Day 2024 celebrations, the guest of honour was Emmanuel Macron, the President of France.
Here is the list of tableaux displayed on 75th Republic Day of India:
State/ Ministry Theme Highlights
Andhra Pradesh - Revolutionising School Education - Focus on global competitiveness in education.
Rajasthan - Women's Handicraft Industries - Showcasing Ghoomar dance, Meera Bai's statue, and traditional handicrafts.
Odisha - Women in Handicrafts and Handlooms - Emphasising women's role in preserving and promoting traditional arts.
Haryana - Empowerment of Women - Illustrating empowerment through the 'Mera Parivar – Meri Pehchan' program.
Madhya Pradesh - Women's Integration in Development - Featuring Avani Chaturvedi, the first woman fighter pilot, and women in various sectors.
Chhattisgarh - Muria Darbar Tradition in Bastar - Highlighting tribal community decision-making and equal involvement of men and women.
Ladakh - Indian Women's Ice Hockey Team - Showcasing achievements and contributions of Ladakhi women in sports.
Manipur - Women in Socio-Economic Activities - Featuring women working with lotus stems, Ima Keithel market, and lotus silk making.
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology - AI in various sectors - Illustrating the role of artificial intelligence in diverse industries.
CRPF - Women Empowerment - Central Armed Police Forces' tableaux focusing on empowering women.
IAF - Power Beyond Boundaries - Showcasing major assets of the Indian Air Force, including recent inductions

PM Modi Addresses NCC Event

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the annual NCC PM rally at the Cariappa Parade Ground in Delhi.
The event included a cultural programme on the theme 'Amrit Kaal Ki NCC', which showcased contribution and empowerment of the Amrit Peedhi. In the true Indian spirit of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, more than 2,200 NCC cadets and young cadets from 24 foreign countries were part of this year's rally.
As special guests, more than 400 Sarpanches of the Vibrant Villages and more than 100 women belonging to various Self-Help Groups from different parts of the country attended the NCC PM Rally.

Jan 26, 2024

Forum Launched to Boost Climate-resilient Indian Agriculture

NITI Aayog, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare (MoA&FW), Government of India, and Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations jointly launched the 'Investment Forum for Advancing Climate Resilient Agrifood Systems in India' in New Delhi. It was launched during a two-day multi-stakeholder meeting held at the India International Centre, New Delhi.
This initiative aims to develop an investment and partnership strategy to advance climate resilient agrifood systems among the government, private sectors, and farmers' organizations and financial institutions in India.

Former Karnataka CM Jagadish Shettar Rejoins BJP

In a big setback to the Congress party, former Chief Minister of Karnataka, Jagadish Shettar, rejoined the Bharatiya Janata Party nearly a year after quitting the saffron party. Shettar had previously switched allegiance to the Congress after being denied a ticket by the BJP ahead of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly elections.

Andhra Pradesh Initiates Caste Census, Second Only to Bihar

The Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy government in Andhra Pradesh initiated a comprehensive caste census, marking the state's commitment to understanding and addressing the complex caste dynamics within its population. Launched with the aid of a specially designed phone app, this ambitious census aims to enumerate all castes in the state and is expected to be completed within 20 days to one month.
To ensure the success of this extensive census, the government has enlisted the support of village and ward volunteers. These grassroots workers, in collaboration with ward and village secretariats, play a crucial role in conducting the census at the ground level. Special training has been provided to these volunteers and staff to facilitate a thorough and unbiased enumeration process.
Andhra Pradesh now stands as the second state in the country, following Bihar, to undertake such a comprehensive caste enumeration.

Over 1500 Farmers Invited to Witness Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path

The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare invited over 1500 farmers to witness the 75th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path. These farmers are beneficiaries of various central government schemes such as Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana and Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana. During their stay, the farmers also underwent training on key government schemes like the Agri Infrastructure Fund, National Seeds Cooperation, and Per Drop More Crop.

President Droupadi Murmu Inaugurates Kaushal Bhawan

President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the Kaushal Bhawan, symbolising India's unwavering commitment to empowering its youth through skill development. Under the aegis of the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE), the Bhawan is set to catalyse the realisation of aspirations and nurture the nation's young talent, steering India toward a more skilled future.
Kaushal Bhawan, equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure, provides an ideal environment for ideation, collaboration, and execution of groundbreaking skill development initiatives. The building's design incorporates environmental responsibility by preserving two towering trees, exemplifying a model for sustainable development.

Jan 25, 2024

Uttarakhand Sportspersons to Get 4 per cent Quota in Government Jobs

Uttarakhand government will bring a bill in the state Assembly to give a 4 per cent reservation in government jobs to sportspersons from the state who have participated or won medals at national and international events.
The decision was taken at a state cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.
The cabinet gave its approval to bring legislation in the Uttarakhand Assembly granting 4 per cent horizontal reservation to talented players who have participated in or won medals at national and international-level sporting events.
In another decision, the Cabinet approved a proposal to pay full salary to women employees or single parents for the entire period of childcare leave as per their entitlement before they go on leave.

Cabinet Approves Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Oman

The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, gave the green light for the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Oman in the field of Information Technology (IT).
The MoU will remain in force for three years.
Bilateral Cooperation: The agreement encompasses both Government-to-Government (G2G) and Business-to-Business (B2B) collaboration in the IT sector.
Employment Opportunities: The envisaged collaboration is anticipated to enhance cooperation, leading to increased employment opportunities in the IT field.

Union Ayush Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Lays Foundation Stone for 'Ayush Diksha' Centre in Bhuban...

In a momentous occasion, the Union Minister of Ayush and Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, laid the foundation stone for 'Ayush Diksha,' a pioneering center dedicated to the development of future Ayush professionals. The ceremony took place at the Central Ayurveda Research Institute campus in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
The 'Ayush Diksha' centre is set to become a hub for the advancement of human resources in Ayush, with a primary focus on Ayurveda professionals. The institution aims to foster collaboration with prominent national institutes to enhance capacity, strengthen human resources, facilitate research and development, and achieve self-sustainability for revenue generation.

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