🔅ONDC Startup Mahotsav
Syllabus: GS-3, Economy
Mains: Startups in India
♻️Context:
♻️DPIIT organized ONDC Startup Mahotsav in New Delhi.
Details:
✅The event symbolized the celebration and collaboration of two of DPIIT’s flagship initiatives – the Startup India initiative and Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC).
✅The ‘ONDC Startup Mahotsav’ is a unique collaboration between the ONDC and the Startup India initiative.
✅More than 5 lakh sellers have been onboarded on the platform, of which more than 70% are small or medium-sized sellers.
⭐️Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC):
✅The ONDC was launched in 2021 as a first-of-its-kind protocol, with a mission to democratize digital commerce.
✅ONDC is fully operational across India, with the digital infrastructure completed and rolled out to businesses and the public at large.
✅ONDC lowers entry barriers to digital commerce and provides a level playing field for all e-commerce players, especially small-scale businesses and those who have been digitally excluded.
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Syllabus: GS-3, Economy
Mains: Startups in India
♻️Context:
♻️DPIIT organized ONDC Startup Mahotsav in New Delhi.
Details:
✅The event symbolized the celebration and collaboration of two of DPIIT’s flagship initiatives – the Startup India initiative and Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC).
✅The ‘ONDC Startup Mahotsav’ is a unique collaboration between the ONDC and the Startup India initiative.
✅More than 5 lakh sellers have been onboarded on the platform, of which more than 70% are small or medium-sized sellers.
⭐️Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC):
✅The ONDC was launched in 2021 as a first-of-its-kind protocol, with a mission to democratize digital commerce.
✅ONDC is fully operational across India, with the digital infrastructure completed and rolled out to businesses and the public at large.
✅ONDC lowers entry barriers to digital commerce and provides a level playing field for all e-commerce players, especially small-scale businesses and those who have been digitally excluded.
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🔅 India – Australia – Indonesia Trilateral Maritime Security Workshop (TMSW)
Syllabus: GS-2, IR; GS-3, Security
Prelims: India – Australia – Indonesia Trilateral Maritime Security Workshop (TMSW)
Context:
✅The 2nd edition of the India – Australia – Indonesia Trilateral Maritime Security Workshop (TMSW) was conducted from 15 – 17 May 24, at INS Dronacharya, Kochi.
♻️Details:
✅The theme of the workshop was ‘Indian Ocean Region: Collaborative Efforts to Enhance Regional Maritime Security’, which was chosen to discuss ongoing maritime security challenges and opportunities for collaboration between the three maritime neighbours in the region.
✅The Workshop was conducted under the aegis of Headquarters Southern Naval Command and witnessed the participation of delegates from the three participating Navies.
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Syllabus: GS-2, IR; GS-3, Security
Prelims: India – Australia – Indonesia Trilateral Maritime Security Workshop (TMSW)
Context:
✅The 2nd edition of the India – Australia – Indonesia Trilateral Maritime Security Workshop (TMSW) was conducted from 15 – 17 May 24, at INS Dronacharya, Kochi.
♻️Details:
✅The theme of the workshop was ‘Indian Ocean Region: Collaborative Efforts to Enhance Regional Maritime Security’, which was chosen to discuss ongoing maritime security challenges and opportunities for collaboration between the three maritime neighbours in the region.
✅The Workshop was conducted under the aegis of Headquarters Southern Naval Command and witnessed the participation of delegates from the three participating Navies.
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🔅12th India-Mongolia Joint Working Group
Syllabus: GS-2, IR
Prelims/Mains: India – Mongolia relations
Context:
✅The 12th Joint Working Group (
Details:
✅During the meeting, both sides reviewed the progress on various bilateral defence cooperation initiatives and identified further ways to enhance cooperation in these areas, articulating steps in this direction.
✅India enjoys age-old historical,
✅Both countries regard each other as ‘
✅In modern times, values like democracy, freedom and market economy
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Syllabus: GS-2, IR
Prelims/Mains: India – Mongolia relations
Context:
✅The 12th Joint Working Group (
JWG) meeting between the Defence Ministries of India and Mongolia occurred in Ulaanbaatar on May 16-17, 2024.Details:
✅During the meeting, both sides reviewed the progress on various bilateral defence cooperation initiatives and identified further ways to enhance cooperation in these areas, articulating steps in this direction.
✅India enjoys age-old historical,
cultural and civilisational ties with Mongolia. ✅Both countries regard each other as ‘
Spiritual Neighbours’. ✅In modern times, values like democracy, freedom and market economy
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🔅India – Bangladesh Relations
Syllabus: GS-2, IR
Prelims/Mains: India – Bangladesh relations
Context:
✅A bilateral meeting between the Secretary, Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances, Government of India was held with Rectors (Secretaries) of four Capacity Building Institutions and Senior Officials of the Ministry of Public Administration of Bangladesh.
Details:
✅Discussions covered
Conducting Capacity Building Programs for Faculty of Capacity Building Institutions of Ministry of Public Administration
Senior Executive Development Program
Alumni Meet of Bangladesh Civil Servants at
Participation of Bangladesh Civil
The National Centre of Good Governance (
✅The two sides have agreed to renew the collaboration for capacity-building programs for 1500 civil servants for 2025-2030.
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Syllabus: GS-2, IR
Prelims/Mains: India – Bangladesh relations
Context:
✅A bilateral meeting between the Secretary, Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances, Government of India was held with Rectors (Secretaries) of four Capacity Building Institutions and Senior Officials of the Ministry of Public Administration of Bangladesh.
Details:
✅Discussions covered
Conducting Capacity Building Programs for Faculty of Capacity Building Institutions of Ministry of Public Administration
Senior Executive Development Program
Alumni Meet of Bangladesh Civil Servants at
NCGGParticipation of Bangladesh Civil
Servants in the 27th National e-Governance ConferenceThe National Centre of Good Governance (
NCGG) has successfully conducted 71 Capacity Building Programs for 2660 Bangladesh Civil Service Officers from 2014 to 2024. ✅The two sides have agreed to renew the collaboration for capacity-building programs for 1500 civil servants for 2025-2030.
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🔅Global Standards & IPR
Syllabus: GS-2, International relations
Prelims: Global Standards & IPR
♻️Context: The National Telecommunications Institute for Policy Research, Innovation and Training (NTIPRIT) in Ghaziabad conducted a significant workshop on “Global Standards & IPR” to commemorate World Telecommunication and Information Society Day on May 17, 2024.
✅This workshop, a precursor to the World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (WTSA-24) scheduled to be hosted by India in October 2024, focused on bridging the standardization gap and building the capacity of faculty members from engineering colleges in Delhi and NCR.
♻️Objectives and Focus
✅Bridging the Standardization Gap:
The workshop aimed to enhance the understanding and implementation of global standards and intellectual property rights (IPR) among national stakeholders.
✅Capacity Building: Focused on equipping faculty members from engineering colleges in Delhi and NCR with the knowledge and tools necessary for standardization in telecommunications.
✅Global Collaboration:
Emphasized the importance of global collaboration in standardization to foster innovation and technological advancement.
♻️Significance
♻️National and Global Impact
✅Enhanced Participation:
Sets the stage for increased involvement of Indian experts in WTSA-2024.
♻️Educational Advancement:
✅Promotes the integration of global standards in the curriculum of engineering colleges, fostering a deeper understanding of telecommunications standards and IPR among future engineers.
♻️Innovation and Competitiveness:
✅Emphasizes the role of standards and IPR in driving innovation and maintaining competitiveness in the global market.
✅Forging Global Partnerships:
♻️Provided a platform for national stakeholders to align with international best practices and forge partnerships with global entities.
✅Standardization in Education:
♻️ Encouraged collaboration between academic institutions and international organizations like ITU to promote standardization in technical education.
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Syllabus: GS-2, International relations
Prelims: Global Standards & IPR
♻️Context: The National Telecommunications Institute for Policy Research, Innovation and Training (NTIPRIT) in Ghaziabad conducted a significant workshop on “Global Standards & IPR” to commemorate World Telecommunication and Information Society Day on May 17, 2024.
✅This workshop, a precursor to the World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (WTSA-24) scheduled to be hosted by India in October 2024, focused on bridging the standardization gap and building the capacity of faculty members from engineering colleges in Delhi and NCR.
♻️Objectives and Focus
✅Bridging the Standardization Gap:
The workshop aimed to enhance the understanding and implementation of global standards and intellectual property rights (IPR) among national stakeholders.
✅Capacity Building: Focused on equipping faculty members from engineering colleges in Delhi and NCR with the knowledge and tools necessary for standardization in telecommunications.
✅Global Collaboration:
Emphasized the importance of global collaboration in standardization to foster innovation and technological advancement.
♻️Significance
♻️National and Global Impact
✅Enhanced Participation:
Sets the stage for increased involvement of Indian experts in WTSA-2024.
♻️Educational Advancement:
✅Promotes the integration of global standards in the curriculum of engineering colleges, fostering a deeper understanding of telecommunications standards and IPR among future engineers.
♻️Innovation and Competitiveness:
✅Emphasizes the role of standards and IPR in driving innovation and maintaining competitiveness in the global market.
✅Forging Global Partnerships:
♻️Provided a platform for national stakeholders to align with international best practices and forge partnerships with global entities.
✅Standardization in Education:
♻️ Encouraged collaboration between academic institutions and international organizations like ITU to promote standardization in technical education.
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2.International Women in Maritime Day
Syllabus: GS-2, Social justice
Prelims: International Women in Maritime Day
Context: The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) celebrated the International Day for Women in Maritime in New Delhi, recognizing the invaluable contributions of women seafarers. This year’s theme, “Safe Horizons: Women in Shaping the Future of Maritime Safety,” underscores the significance of safety and security for women in the maritime sector.
Recognition of Women Seafarers
27 Women Seafarers Honored: Women seafarers from various marine institutes and professionals in the maritime field were recognized for their dedication and contributions.
Strength and Resilience: These women exemplify strength and resilience in a traditionally male-dominated field, paving the way for future generations of women in maritime.
Importance of Women in Maritime
Secretary’s Statement: Secretary Shri T K Ramachandran emphasized the invaluable contributions of women in the maritime sector and the need to create opportunities for gender diversity.
Theme Emphasis: The theme “Safe Horizons” highlights the significant impact of women on maritime safety and the essential role they play in ensuring safe operations and protecting lives at sea.
Commitment to Gender Equality
Sustainable Development Goal 5: Gender equality is recognized as a key pillar for a sustainable future, aligned with Sustainable Development Goal 5 of the United Nations agenda.
MoPSW Initiatives: MoPSW is committed to supporting and empowering women in maritime through various initiatives and partnerships, including collaboration with the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and other industry stakeholders.
Significance
Increase in Women Seafarers: Over the last 9 years, the number of women seafarers has increased significantly, reflecting a growing trend towards gender diversity in the maritime sector.
Rise in Registered Women Seafarers: The Directorate General of Shipping has seen a notable increase in registered women seafarers, reflecting a 514% rise from 2014 to 2023.
Syllabus: GS-2, Social justice
Prelims: International Women in Maritime Day
Context: The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) celebrated the International Day for Women in Maritime in New Delhi, recognizing the invaluable contributions of women seafarers. This year’s theme, “Safe Horizons: Women in Shaping the Future of Maritime Safety,” underscores the significance of safety and security for women in the maritime sector.
Recognition of Women Seafarers
27 Women Seafarers Honored: Women seafarers from various marine institutes and professionals in the maritime field were recognized for their dedication and contributions.
Strength and Resilience: These women exemplify strength and resilience in a traditionally male-dominated field, paving the way for future generations of women in maritime.
Importance of Women in Maritime
Secretary’s Statement: Secretary Shri T K Ramachandran emphasized the invaluable contributions of women in the maritime sector and the need to create opportunities for gender diversity.
Theme Emphasis: The theme “Safe Horizons” highlights the significant impact of women on maritime safety and the essential role they play in ensuring safe operations and protecting lives at sea.
Commitment to Gender Equality
Sustainable Development Goal 5: Gender equality is recognized as a key pillar for a sustainable future, aligned with Sustainable Development Goal 5 of the United Nations agenda.
MoPSW Initiatives: MoPSW is committed to supporting and empowering women in maritime through various initiatives and partnerships, including collaboration with the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and other industry stakeholders.
Significance
Increase in Women Seafarers: Over the last 9 years, the number of women seafarers has increased significantly, reflecting a growing trend towards gender diversity in the maritime sector.
Rise in Registered Women Seafarers: The Directorate General of Shipping has seen a notable increase in registered women seafarers, reflecting a 514% rise from 2014 to 2023.
🔅1.PRESIDENT OF INDIA PAYS FLORAL TRIBUTES TO NEELAM SANJIVA REDDY ON HIS BIRTH ANNIVERSARY
Syllabus: GS-2, Polity
Prelims: About NEELAM SANJIVA REDDY
✅Tribute and Acknowledgment:
♻️President Droupadi Murmu pays floral tributes to former President Neelam Sanjiva Reddy on his birth anniversary at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
She described
✅Contributions to Andhra Pradesh’s Development:
♻️Reddy’s pivotal role in modernizing Andhra Pradesh, particularly during his tenure as Chief Minister, is noteworthy.
♻️Notable projects like Nagarjuna Sagar, Srisailam, Sriram Sagar, and Vamsadhara, crucial for the region’s development, were conceptualized under his leadership.
✅Leadership and Values:
♻️Reddy is lauded as a role model in government and politics, admired for his integrity and decisiveness.
♻️His compassion for the underprivileged and advocacy for addressing societal deficiencies like nutrition, healthcare, education, and preservation of traditional values are highlighted.
♻️His enduring message remains relevant in today’s societal challenges, urging citizens to uphold his values and contribute positively to India’s progress.
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Syllabus: GS-2, Polity
Prelims: About NEELAM SANJIVA REDDY
✅Tribute and Acknowledgment:
♻️President Droupadi Murmu pays floral tributes to former President Neelam Sanjiva Reddy on his birth anniversary at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
She described
him as a true son of the soil and highlighted his dedication to farming.✅Contributions to Andhra Pradesh’s Development:
♻️Reddy’s pivotal role in modernizing Andhra Pradesh, particularly during his tenure as Chief Minister, is noteworthy.
♻️Notable projects like Nagarjuna Sagar, Srisailam, Sriram Sagar, and Vamsadhara, crucial for the region’s development, were conceptualized under his leadership.
✅Leadership and Values:
♻️Reddy is lauded as a role model in government and politics, admired for his integrity and decisiveness.
♻️His compassion for the underprivileged and advocacy for addressing societal deficiencies like nutrition, healthcare, education, and preservation of traditional values are highlighted.
♻️His enduring message remains relevant in today’s societal challenges, urging citizens to uphold his values and contribute positively to India’s progress.
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🔅Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP)
Syllabus: GS-3, Economy
Prelims: Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP)
Mains: India’s logistics sector – significance, programmes
✅Context:
♻️DPIIT conducted a workshop on ULIP.
♻️What is ULIP?
ULIP is a
✅Currently, the platform integrates with 37 systems from 10 ministries via 118 APIs, covering over 1800 data fields.
✅Private sector participation in ULIP has been instrumental in amplifying its impact, with over 900 companies registered on the ULIP portal (www.goulip.in).
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Syllabus: GS-3, Economy
Prelims: Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP)
Mains: India’s logistics sector – significance, programmes
✅Context:
♻️DPIIT conducted a workshop on ULIP.
♻️What is ULIP?
ULIP is a
digital gateway that allows industry players to access logistics-related datasets from various government systems through API-based integration. ✅Currently, the platform integrates with 37 systems from 10 ministries via 118 APIs, covering over 1800 data fields.
✅Private sector participation in ULIP has been instrumental in amplifying its impact, with over 900 companies registered on the ULIP portal (www.goulip.in).
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2. Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD)
Syllabus: GS-3, Economy
Prelims: DAHD, UNDP
Context:
DAHD and UNDP signed an MoU on the Digitalization of Vaccine Cold Chain Management, Capacity Building, and Communication Planning.
Details:
This strategic partnership aims to enhance the digitalization of vaccine cold chain management, capacity building, and communication planning in India.
Background:
Considering the large human population and livestock population in India with 142.86 Crore people, 53.57 Crore farm animals and 85.18 Crore poultry population, catering all the veterinary services to the doorstep of farmers and ensuring the nutritional security of the large population is a challenge.
Features of the collaboration:
With the digitalization of the entire vaccine stock management system and providing real-time information on vaccine stocks and flows, and storage temperatures, the inequities in vaccine supply will be addressed by managing constraints of infrastructure, management information systems, and human resources.
The vaccine cold chain management process will be monitored with the help of new-age technologies and artificial intelligence through the Animal Vaccine Intelligence Network (AVIN) developed by UNDP.
UNDP will support the DAHD to manage and deliver vaccines across the country in the right quantity, right quality, at the right time and right temperature with supportive supervision.
Through this MoU, technical assistance will be extended to the Centre of Excellence for Animal Husbandry (CEAH) to enhance its capabilities in animal husbandry practices.
The MoU also covers support in the planning and development of an effective and inclusive livestock insurance programme and crafting and implementation of an effective communication plan for the department which will help in ensuring better propagation and outreach of the department’s activities.
One Health Approach:
UNDP and DAHD will jointly work on Strengthening Animal Health with the One Health approach at the centre.
This step will contribute to the creation of a digital future via digitalization and remote temperature monitoring of cold chains by UNDP India.
This will ensure that vaccines are stored at an adequate temperature in the prescribed limit of 2-8 degrees Celsius which is important to increase immunization coverage and outreach.
Syllabus: GS-3, Economy
Prelims: DAHD, UNDP
Context:
DAHD and UNDP signed an MoU on the Digitalization of Vaccine Cold Chain Management, Capacity Building, and Communication Planning.
Details:
This strategic partnership aims to enhance the digitalization of vaccine cold chain management, capacity building, and communication planning in India.
Background:
Considering the large human population and livestock population in India with 142.86 Crore people, 53.57 Crore farm animals and 85.18 Crore poultry population, catering all the veterinary services to the doorstep of farmers and ensuring the nutritional security of the large population is a challenge.
Features of the collaboration:
With the digitalization of the entire vaccine stock management system and providing real-time information on vaccine stocks and flows, and storage temperatures, the inequities in vaccine supply will be addressed by managing constraints of infrastructure, management information systems, and human resources.
The vaccine cold chain management process will be monitored with the help of new-age technologies and artificial intelligence through the Animal Vaccine Intelligence Network (AVIN) developed by UNDP.
UNDP will support the DAHD to manage and deliver vaccines across the country in the right quantity, right quality, at the right time and right temperature with supportive supervision.
Through this MoU, technical assistance will be extended to the Centre of Excellence for Animal Husbandry (CEAH) to enhance its capabilities in animal husbandry practices.
The MoU also covers support in the planning and development of an effective and inclusive livestock insurance programme and crafting and implementation of an effective communication plan for the department which will help in ensuring better propagation and outreach of the department’s activities.
One Health Approach:
UNDP and DAHD will jointly work on Strengthening Animal Health with the One Health approach at the centre.
This step will contribute to the creation of a digital future via digitalization and remote temperature monitoring of cold chains by UNDP India.
This will ensure that vaccines are stored at an adequate temperature in the prescribed limit of 2-8 degrees Celsius which is important to increase immunization coverage and outreach.
3.🔅 Prelims Facts
✅International Museum Day (IMD)
International Museum Day (IMD)
♻️The theme for 2024 is ‘Museums for Education and Research’.
♻️Since 2020, International Museum Day has highlighted a set of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.
♻️This year the IMD 2024 theme connects to Goal 4: Quality education, and Goal 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure.
♻️Ever since 1977, the International Council of Museums (ICOM) has organised The International Museum Day on May 18.
✅International Museum Day (IMD)
International Museum Day (IMD)
aims to raise awareness about museums as vital means of cultural exchange, cultural enrichment, and fostering mutual understanding, cooperation, and peace. ♻️The theme for 2024 is ‘Museums for Education and Research’.
♻️Since 2020, International Museum Day has highlighted a set of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.
♻️This year the IMD 2024 theme connects to Goal 4: Quality education, and Goal 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure.
♻️Ever since 1977, the International Council of Museums (ICOM) has organised The International Museum Day on May 18.
🔆US National Security Advisor calls on Prime Minister
✅US National Security Advisor called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
♻️Details :
✅The
✅Mr. Sullivan briefed the Prime Minister on the progress in
✅The PM expressed satisfaction at the speed and scale of the growing bilateral partnership in all areas and the convergence of views on regional and global issues of mutual interest.
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✅US National Security Advisor called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
♻️Details :
✅The
US National Security Advisor Mr. Jake Sullivan called on the Prime Minister.✅Mr. Sullivan briefed the Prime Minister on the progress in
various areas of bilateral cooperation, particularly under the Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technologies (iCET) such as semiconductors, Artificial Intelligence, telecom, defence, critical minerals, and space, among others. ✅The PM expressed satisfaction at the speed and scale of the growing bilateral partnership in all areas and the convergence of views on regional and global issues of mutual interest.
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🔆DoT announces two significant calls for proposals
✅The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) announced two significant calls for proposals to catalyse innovation and technological advancement in the telecommunications sector.
♻️Details:
✅These proposals are
🔸‘5G Intelligent Village’
🔸‘Quantum Encryption Algorithm’
✅The department has invited participants from industry, MSMEs, Start-ups, academia and government departments involved in technology design, development and commercialisation of telecommunication products and solutions.
✅Funding : These proposals shall be funded
🔸5G Intelligent Village :
◾️ This initiative is for acquiring equitable technological advancement by
◾️The Call for Proposals -“
◾️Ten village locations across different states have been identified for this initiative.
✨(1/2)
✅The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) announced two significant calls for proposals to catalyse innovation and technological advancement in the telecommunications sector.
♻️Details:
✅These proposals are
under the following categories :🔸‘5G Intelligent Village’
🔸‘Quantum Encryption Algorithm’
✅The department has invited participants from industry, MSMEs, Start-ups, academia and government departments involved in technology design, development and commercialisation of telecommunication products and solutions.
✅Funding : These proposals shall be funded
under the Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF) scheme of the DoT.🔸5G Intelligent Village :
◾️ This initiative is for acquiring equitable technological advancement by
harnessing the transformative power of 5G technology to uplift rural communities. ◾️The Call for Proposals -“
From Connectivity Gaps to Smart Solutions : Designing 5G Networks for Rural Innovation- 5G Intelligent Villages” - aims to address critical pillars such as agriculture, education, healthcare, governance, and sustainability.◾️Ten village locations across different states have been identified for this initiative.
✨(1/2)
🔸Quantum Encryption Algorithm (QEA) :
◾️This is for developing an
◾️The algorithm should ensure Unparalleled Security; Advanced Encryption Capabilities; Ultrafast and Efficient Encryption, etc.
✅About Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF) :
🔸The TTDF was set up
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✳️Mains: Telecom sector initiatives, 5G
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◾️This is for developing an
India-specific Quantum Encryption Algorithm (QEA) that will represent a cutting-edge approach to securing digital communication channels by leveraging the principles of quantum mechanics. ◾️The algorithm should ensure Unparalleled Security; Advanced Encryption Capabilities; Ultrafast and Efficient Encryption, etc.
✅About Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF) :
🔸The TTDF was set up
under the Universal Services Obligation Fund (USOF) of the Department of Telecom (DOT), Government of India to promote the ecosystem for research, design, prototyping, proof of concept testing, IPR creation, field testing, security, certification and manufacturing of products, etc. in the telecommunication field.✨(2/2)
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✳️Mains: Telecom sector initiatives, 5G
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🔆Mercury Island
✅It is a small rocky island off The Diamond Coast, Namibia.
✅It is recognised by
✅The island is only 750 metres long (North-South) and about 270 metres wide, reaching a height of 38 metres above sea level.
✅The island is
✅The island has a permanent population in the form of a two-person bird research station.
✅The island houses 16000 penguins, 1200 gannets and 5000 cormorants.
🔆Chakshu Portal :
✅It facilitates citizens to report suspected fraud communication received over call, SMS or WhatsApp with the intention of defrauding like KYC
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✅It is a small rocky island off The Diamond Coast, Namibia.
✅It is recognised by
BirdLife International and other global conservation groups as an Important Bird Area (IBA) for its significant coastal seabird breeding.✅The island is only 750 metres long (North-South) and about 270 metres wide, reaching a height of 38 metres above sea level.
✅The island is
covered in a thick layer of bird guano (accumulated excrement of seabirds).✅The island has a permanent population in the form of a two-person bird research station.
✅The island houses 16000 penguins, 1200 gannets and 5000 cormorants.
🔆Chakshu Portal :
✅It facilitates citizens to report suspected fraud communication received over call, SMS or WhatsApp with the intention of defrauding like KYC
expiry or update of bank account/payment wallet/SIM/gas connection/electricity connection, sextortion, impersonation as a government official/relative for sending money, disconnection of all mobile numbers by Department of Telecommunications, etc.#️⃣Tag: #GS3 #Misc #Fact #Pre
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🔆Ladakh Achieves Full Functional Literacy
✅Ladakh Lieutenant Governor
✅The entire ULLAS model is
✅
✅The scheme aligns with the recommendations of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and aims to empower those adults aged 15 years and above from all backgrounds who could not get due schooling and mainstream them with society.
✅Five components of the scheme :
🔸Foundational Literacy and Numeracy
🔸Critical Life Skills
🔸Basic Education
🔸Vocational Skills
🔸Continuing Education
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✅Ladakh Lieutenant Governor
declared the union territory as having achieved Full Functional Literacy under the ULLAS – Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram, after having achieved more than 97% literacy. ✅The entire ULLAS model is
based on volunteerism in which volunteers register through the ULLAS Mobile App without any expectation of reward and simply teach the non-literates.✅
ULLAS – Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram or New India Literacy Programme (NILP) is a centrally sponsored scheme implemented from 2022-2027. ✅The scheme aligns with the recommendations of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and aims to empower those adults aged 15 years and above from all backgrounds who could not get due schooling and mainstream them with society.
✅Five components of the scheme :
🔸Foundational Literacy and Numeracy
🔸Critical Life Skills
🔸Basic Education
🔸Vocational Skills
🔸Continuing Education
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🔆Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX)
✅Landmark 350th iDEX contract inked.
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✅The contract was
This enables innovation in space electronics, wherein many payloads earlier deployed on dedicated large satellites are now miniaturised.
✅The modular small satellite will
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✳️ Mains : Make in India for the defence sector
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✅Landmark 350th iDEX contract inked.
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Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX), the flagship initiative of the Ministry of Defence, signed the landmark 350th contract in New Delhi.✅The contract was
inked with SpacePixxel Technologies Pvt Ltd for the design and development of a ‘Miniaturised satellite capable of carrying Electro-Optical, Infrared, Synthetic Aperture Radar, and Hyperspectral payloads up to 150 kgs’. This enables innovation in space electronics, wherein many payloads earlier deployed on dedicated large satellites are now miniaturised.
✅The modular small satellite will
integrate multiple miniaturised payloads as per requirement, providing advantages like faster and more economical deployment, ease of manufacturing, scalability, adaptability, and less environmental impact.#️⃣Tag : #GS3 #Security #Defence #Pre
✳️ Mains : Make in India for the defence sector
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🔆9th Anniversary of AMRUT, Smart Cities Mission, and PMAY-U
✅MoHUA celebrates the 9th Anniversary of AMRUT, Smart Cities Mission, and PMAY-U.
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✅These schemes were launched by the Prime Minister in June 2015 and have collectively transformed urban infrastructure and
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✅MoHUA celebrates the 9th Anniversary of AMRUT, Smart Cities Mission, and PMAY-U.
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✅These schemes were launched by the Prime Minister in June 2015 and have collectively transformed urban infrastructure and
improved the quality of life for millions of residents across India.#️⃣Tag : #GS2 #Scheme #infra #Pre
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