दैनिक करंट अफेयर्स 25 मई 2023
Important News: International
Tiger shark joint military exercise
Why in news: The Bangladesh-US joint naval drill exercise 'Tiger Shark 40' began at BNS Nirvik in Chattogram on Sunday.
A. The aim of the exercise is to enhance the strategic capabilities of the two countries and gain mutual technical and procedural knowledge. This is being done to improve the existing good relations between the armed forces of the two countries.
B.Special Forces of Bangladesh Army and Navy and US Special Forces participated in this training exercise conducted under the management of Commodore Swords Command.
C.Some representatives of the US Embassy in Bangladesh also attended the event. Among others, other officials from the Armed Forces Department, Army, Navy, and Chittagong Naval Area and invited guests were present at the exercise.
(SOURCE – LIVEMINT)
Important News: National
People’s Biodiversity Register
Why in news: The National Campaign for Updating and Verification of Public Biodiversity Register (PBR) was launched in Goa by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
A.Objective: It aims to document and conserve the rich biological diversity of India.
B. The People's Biodiversity Register serves as a comprehensive record of locally available bio-resources, including the landscape and demography of a particular area or village.
C. It is prepared by biodiversity management committees (under the Biodiversity Act 2002) in consultation with local communities.
D. BMC are local body created under the Biodiversity Act 2002, with a mandate to ensure the conservation, sustainable use, and equitable sharing of benefits from biodiversity.
E. The Act has made it mandatory for every local self-governing institution in rural and urban areas to constitute biodiversity management committees within its jurisdiction. The BMC should prepare the PBR in consultation with the locals.
F. Kolkata was the first major metropolitan city in India to create a detailed People's Biodiversity Register (PBR). Earlier, the Forest Survey of India report had marked the West Bengal capital for the least greenery among all metro cities.
(SOURCE – NEWS ON AIR)
Airawat
Why in news: Recently, India's AI supercomputer 'Airawat' has been ranked no. 75 in the world at the International Super Computing Conference (ISC 2023) in Germany.
A. The supercomputer has been named in the 61st edition of the recently released Top 500 Global Supercomputing List. The AI supercomputer is installed at Airawat C-DAC, Pune. The system has been set up by the Government of India under the National Program on AI. Airawat's manufacturer company is Net Web Technologies.
B. Airawat PSAI stands as India's largest and fastest AI supercomputing system with a remarkable speed of 13,170 teraflops.
C.It will enable academics, research laboratories, the scientific community, industry, and start-ups to come up with indigenous AI-enabled products/services, especially to solve India-specific grand challenges and complex real-life problems. Empower to develop solutions.
D. It has the potential to revolutionize various fields including weather forecasting, drug discovery, climate modeling, and artificial intelligence research. It is a premier R&D organization under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. It focuses on research and development in various domains including information technology, electronics, and supercomputing. It was established in the year 1988.
E. It was established to create supercomputers in the context of the United States' refusal to import supercomputers.
F.C-DAC built India's first indigenously built supercomputer PARAM 8000 in 1991.
(SOURCE – INDIAN EXPRESS)
UDAN 5.1 Scheme
Why in news: The Ministry of Civil Aviation has launched UDAN 5.1, a new version of the Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) designed specifically for helicopter routes.
A.Reducing airfare limits by 25% to make helicopter travel more affordable, allowing routes where one of the original or destination locations is in the priority area.
B.Increasing viability gap funding (VGF) limit for operators to improve the financial viability
Objective: The scheme aims to democratize air travel and boost tourism, hospitality, and local economies.
C.The previous rounds of the scheme have already operationalized 46 helicopter routes, benefiting the hilly and northeast states and the current round aims to cover a large number of routes.
(SOURCE –NEWS ON AIR)
PM Modi to install sacred ‘Sengol’ at the inauguration of new Parliament building
Why in news: On the occasion of the inauguration of the new Parliament building, PM Modi will install the historic and sacred "Sengol" in the Parliament House. The Parliament House is the most suitable and sacred place for this historic "Sengol". It will mark the Amrit period, an era that will see a new India take its rightful place in the world
A. On May 28, the new Parliament building will be dedicated to the nation. On this day, Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will receive the sacred symbol of fair and just governance and install it in the new Parliament House.
B.This is the same Sengol that was accepted by the first Prime Minister of India, Shri Jawaharlal Nehru, in the presence of several leaders at his residence on the night of August 14. Even after 75 years of independence, most of the people of India are not aware of this incident in which India's transfer of power took place by handing over the Sengol to Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru.
C. It was a special occasion to celebrate India's independence on the night of August 14, 1947. On this night Jawaharlal Nehru received 'Sengol' from the adhinam (priests) of Thiruvaduthurai Aminam (monastery) in Tamil Nadu, who had specially arrived for the occasion. This was precisely the moment when power was transferred to the hands of Indians by the British. What we are celebrating as independence is actually marked by the moment of handing over 'Sengol'.
D.Hon'ble Prime Minister decided to adopt Sengol as the national symbol of the Amrit period. The new Parliament building will also witness the same event, in which Adinam (priest) will repeat the ceremony and present Sengol to the Hon'ble Prime Minister.
Sengol has a deep meaning, derived from the Tamil word "Semmai", which means "righteousness". It is blessed by the high priests of a major religious monastery in Tamil Nadu. Nandi, with his firm vision as a spectator of "justice", is hand-carved at the top.
E. The recipient of Sengol has an "order" ("Anai" in Tamil) to govern justly and fairly. It is the most attractive, those chosen to serve the people should never forget it. From 1947 onwards, the same Sengol will be installed in the Lok Sabha by the Hon'ble Prime Minister, prominently close to the Speaker's seat. It will be displayed for the nation to see, and will be taken out on special occasions.
F. The Parliament House is the most suitable and sacred place to establish the historic "Sengol". The installation of "Sengol", makes the spirit of 15 August 1947 unforgettable. It symbolizes the promise of boundless hope, limitless possibilities, and resolve to build a strong and prosperous nation. It will be a symbol of the Amrit period, which will witness the glorious era in which India will be taking its rightful place.
G.The Tamil Nadu government has proudly published the role played by monasteries in the state in the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department (HR&CE) Policy Note 2021-22. Para 24 of this document clearly highlights the role played by monasteries as royal lawyers.
H. This historic plan has been prepared in consultation with the Presidents of Adiname. All the 20 Adinam Presidents will also be present on this auspicious occasion to shower their blessings in memory of this holy ritual.
(SOURCE – TIMES OF INDIA)
Important News: State
Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Ordinance, 2023
Why in news: The National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Ordinance, 2023 aims to affect the powers of the elected state government of Delhi and restore certain powers to the Lieutenant Governor (LG).
A. Article 239 AA was inserted into the Constitution by the 69th Amendment Act 1991. This article grants special status to the National Capital Territory of Delhi (NCT).
B. The National Capital Region will have a Legislative Assembly and a Council of Ministers headed by a Chief Minister. The Legislative Assembly will have the power to make laws on all matters in the State List and the Concurrent List, except those matters which are specifically excluded by the Constitution. The Council of Ministers will be accountable to the Legislative Assembly.
C. More power to the Lieutenant Governor (LG) – The ordinance seeks to amend the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Act 1991.
D. The ordinance is aimed at giving the Lieutenant Governor (LG) of Delhi more power over the administration of services in the national capital.
E. Override the Supreme Court verdict - The ordinance aims to nullify the Supreme Court verdict and the administration of Delhi.
F. The role of the Lieutenant Governor (LG) has to be strengthened. National Capital Civil Services Authority (NCCSA) – A new statutory body responsible for making recommendations to the LG regarding transfer postings, vigilance, and other related matters.
G.Violates the principle of federalism – it gives the LG more power than the elected government of Delhi. Non-democratic – because it gives the LG more power than the elected representatives of the people of Delhi. The ordinance weakens the powers of the elected government of Delhi.
(SOURCE –The Hindu)
Kerala's first fully e-governed state
Why in news: India's southern state of Kerala is all set to make history by declaring itself the country's first "total e-governed state".
A. Building on its reputation as the first fully literate state in India, Kerala has achieved this milestone through a series of policy initiatives aimed at transforming the state into a digitally empowered society.
B. With a focus on a knowledge-based economy and 100% digital literacy, the government has digitized the delivery of critical services across various domains while ensuring transparency, inclusivity, and accessibility for all citizens.
C. Decades after attaining full literacy, Kerala embarked on its journey to become a fully e-literate society. Recognizing the potential of digital technologies to enhance governance and public service delivery, the state government launched several initiatives to achieve complete e-governance. The vision of providing transparent and prompt service to all citizens has been an important driving force behind these efforts.
D. Digitization of critical services Under the comprehensive e-governance framework, Kerala has successfully digitized the delivery of all critical services. Key domains such as health, education, land revenue, documentation of assets, public distribution system, and social security payments have been integrated into the digital ecosystem.
E. By eliminating physical paperwork and leveraging technology, the government has streamlined processes, making services more efficient and accessible.
F. At the heart of Kerala's e-governance infrastructure is e-Sevanam, an integrated single-window service delivery mechanism. The platform brings more than 800 government services online, allowing citizens to easily avail of various services. With a user-friendly interface and state-of-the-art technology, e-Sevanam ensures a seamless experience for users, facilitating quick and hassle-free access to government services.
G. Kerala's total e-governance initiative emphasizes the inclusion of all sections of society, including the less privileged and marginalized. By digitizing service delivery, the government has made it easier for citizens, regardless of their socioeconomic background, to access essential services. This commitment to inclusivity is in line with the state's long-standing tradition of social welfare and equitable development.
H. Digital platforms empowering government offices to support the implementation of e-governance at all levels, the State IT Mission has developed digital platforms and applications. In particular, an e-office file flow system has been introduced, which enables seamless digital workflow even at the village office level. This integration of technology ensures efficient administration and enhances the overall governance process.
(SOURCE – INDIAN EXPRESS)
Important News: Day
World thyroid day 2023
Why in news: World Thyroid Awareness Day 2022 is observed on May 25 World Thyroid Day is observed on May 25 to promote awareness and understanding about thyroid diseases, their symptoms, prevention, and treatment.
A.World Thyroid Day is observed on May 25 to promote awareness and understanding of thyroid diseases, their symptoms, prevention, and treatment. The day came into existence in 2008 on a resolution from the European Thyroid Association (ETA).
B. Globally, more than 200 million people are estimated to suffer from thyroid disorders and 50 percent of these cases remain undiagnosed.
C.There is no separate theme for World Thyroid Day this year. However, for the Thyroid Awareness Week celebrated between May 22 and 28, Thyroid Federation International has announced the theme, "It's not you." This is your thyroid. The theme focused on making sure people understand the most common symptoms of thyroid disorders and take the necessary steps to correct them.
D. May 25 was officially adopted as World Thyroid Day during the Annual General Meeting before the European Thyroid Association (ETA) Congress in September 2007.
E. May 25 also marks the anniversary of ETA's foundation in 1965. Therefore, it was chosen as a day dedicated to creating awareness about thyroid disorders.
(SOURCE – ECONOMIC TIMES)
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