1 Due to global climate change, July 3 was the hottest day in the world
July 3 was the hottest day ever recorded globally . US According to data from the National Center for Environmental Prediction , the average global temperature on Monday had reached 17.00-1 degree Celsius . This is a new summer record. In the year 2016, the highest temperature of 16.9-2 degree Celsius was recorded in August globally . This is due to El Nino The effect of is being told. America is facing severe heat these days. Scorching heat continues in parts of China with temperatures above 35 degrees Celsius. In North Africa, the temperature has reached around 50 degree Celsius. A large number of people suffered from the scorching heat during the Haj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. It is winter in Antarctica at this time. Even after this, abnormally high temperature has been recorded there. Meteorologists have expressed concern over climate crisis due to El Nino.
2 DGCA signs MoU with European Union Aviation Safety Agency for Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Advanced Air Mobility
India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for cooperation in the field of unmanned aircraft systems and advanced air mobility . The MoU will focus on cooperation in the field of unmanned aircraft and advanced air mobility between the two civil aviation authorities. This includes coordination between DGCA and EASA on the development of certification and environmental standards and other certification requirements, and the use of unmanned aircraft systems and advanced air mobility operations including licensing, training of personnel, and air traffic including Unmanned Aircraft System Traffic Management (UTM) standards and services. This would include cooperation in management and infrastructural facilities.
3 Gujarat government doubles the amount of insurance cover under Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana
The Gujarat government has doubled the amount of insurance cover under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana . Now the beneficiaries of this scheme will get an insurance cover of Rs 10 lakh instead of Rs 5 lakh . This decision will come into effect from 11th of this month. The State Health Minister said that this decision of the government would benefit about one crore 78 lakh Ayushman Bharat card holders of the state. He said that under the Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Yojana, the beneficiaries would get free medical treatment facility in two thousand government hospitals and 795 private hospitals in the state. Gujarat ranks fifth in settling claims made by beneficiaries of Ayushman Bharat card holders.
4 Sri Lanka’s Jaffna University and I.I.T. MoU was signed between Madras
The agreement provides for several opportunities for benefits including exchange of students and faculty between the two institutions. Initially, there will be an exchange of about ten students and faculty at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels . The goal of this collaboration is to learn from the cultural experiences of both countries and to promote educational diversity. Joint research will involve cooperation in specific areas, with a special focus on renewable energy. IIT. Madras has offered its expertise in setting up a platform for joint research in this area. Jaffna University Also I.I.T. After opening a successful unit in Madras, it is proposed to set up an incubation cell. The partnership between the two institutions will prove to be a milestone towards academic excellence and innovation in research.
5 Diplomatic relations between Egypt and Turkey now at the ambassadorial level
Egypt and Turkey have upgraded diplomatic relations to the ambassadorial level for the first time in a decade . A joint statement said the decision was aimed at re-establishing normal relations between the two countries. Amr Elhamami will become Egypt’s ambassador to Ankara, while Turkey has appointed Salih Mutlu Sen as its ambassador to Cairo.
6 Budhneel Kanth Dharamshala built with Indian grant was inaugurated by the Vice President of Nepal in Kathmandu Valley
Nepal’s Vice President Ram Sahay Prasad Yadav inaugurated the Budhnil Kanth Dharamshala in Kathmandu Valley built with a grant of five crore rupees given by India . Speaking on the occasion, the Vice President appreciated India’s cooperation in the post-earthquake reconstruction work. India has taken up the responsibility of conserving 28 cultural heritage sites located in seven districts of Nepal.
7 According to the Meteorological Department, June was the hottest month in India since 1901.
The Meteorological Department has said that the country received 10 percent less rainfall than the long period average of 1971 to 2020 last month. The month of June received 148.6 mm while the long period average was 165.3 mm. The Meteorological Department has reported that the month of June in southern peninsular India was the hottest since 1901 . During this period the maximum average temperature was 34.05 degree Celsius . Rainfall in this region is also the lowest since 1901. happened. The Meteorological Department has said in its monthly climate review that the maximum temperature was recorded four to four degrees Celsius above normal in many areas. These include eastern and northeastern India, southern peninsular India, and parts of northwestern and central India. The situation was worst in the eastern parts of the country where June temperatures were much above normal.
8 7th Prestigious Sailing Week & National Laser Championship begins at Hussain Sagar Lake, Hyderabad
The 37th prestigious Sailing Week and National Laser Championship has begun at Hussain Sagar Lake in Hyderabad . Organized by EME Sailing Association-EMSA, Leisure Class Association of India and Hyderabad Sailing Association Done under the joint auspices of The event was formally flagged off by Lt Gen JS Sidana, Vice President, Commodore EME Sailing Association and Laser Class Association of India. Speaking on the occasion, he said that this competition would pave the way for the sailors to represent the nation at various national and international forums. The annual National Regatta Hyderabad Sailing Week is held every year at Hussain Sagar Lake and the National Laser Championship is held as a pilot event for the Asian Games.
9 Power Minister R.K. Singh inaugurates 1st International Conference on Green Hydrogen in New Delhi
Power Minister R.K. Singh inaugurated the first International Conference on Green Hydrogen in New Delhi . Shri Singh said that the country had set a target of reducing carbon emissions by 30 per cent of GDP by 2030, which was achieved nine years ago. has been done. He said that the government is running various programs including energy scheme related to LED bulbs, which are major in reducing carbon emissions in the world. Shri Singh also said that India has achieved the COP-21 target of Nationally Determined Contributions nine years ahead of schedule. Emphasizing India’s achievements in the field of renewable energy, the Minister appealed to the global industry to be a part of India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission. The three-day conference aims to deliberate and establish necessary mechanisms for setting up green hydrogen systems. It will consider developing a systematic approach to achieve carbon emission targets through green hydrogen.
10 7th India-Japan Maritime Exercise JIMEX-23 begins at Visakhapatnam
The seventh India-Japan maritime exercise 2023 JIMEX 23 , hosted by the Indian Navy, began at Visakhapatnam . This is the 11th anniversary of the exercise which started in 2012 . Units of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force and ships of the Indian Navy are participating in the exercise. JIMEX 23 includes India’s first indigenous maritime warfare corvette INS Delhi and anti-submarine corvette INS Kamorta. The Japan Maritime Self Defense Force will be represented by the guided missile destroyer JS Semidare. This exercise will last for 6 days.
11 New Seven Wonders of the World
The Seven Wonders of the World include some of the greatest architectural masterpieces from around the world. The list of seven wonders of the world includes Taj Mahal from India, Great Wall of China from China, Christ the Redeemer statue from Rio de Janeiro, Machu Picchu from Peru, Chichen Itza from Mexico, Roman Colosseum from Rome and Petra from Jordan. The Great Pyramid of Giza has also been added to the list of the Seven Wonders of the World, however, it remains an honorary candidate, and is not one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The New 7 Wonders Swiss Foundation launched a campaign in 2000 to choose the New Seven Wonders of the World. In 2007, the above-mentioned architectural masterpieces were brought out as winners and classified as ‘Seven Wonders of the World’.
12 State Bank of India appointed Kameswara Rao Kodavanti as CFO
State Bank of India (SBI) has announced the appointment of Kameswara Rao Kodavanti as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO). He is associated with SBI since 1991. SBI appointed Kameshwar Rao Kodavanti as the new CFO of the bank after Charanjit Surinder Singh Attra, who was the CFO of SBI, resigned from his post.
13 Appointment of PM Prasad as Chairman and Managing Director in Coal India
PM Prasad , presently serving as the Chairman-cum-Managing Director of Central Coalfields Limited (CCL), has been appointed as the Chairman-cum-Managing Director of Coal India Limited (CIL) , a Schedule ‘A’ Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE). Prior to his new role, Prasad successfully led CCL, a subsidiary of Coal India based in Jharkhand, to achieve its production targets in the financial year 2022-23.
14 India’s first indigenously developed nuclear power reactor KAPP-3 begins commercial operation
India’s first indigenously developed 700 MW nuclear power reactor started commercial operation at the Kakrapar Atomic Power Project (KAPP) in Gujarat . Presently, the unit is operating at 90 per cent of its total power. Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) is building two 700 MW Pressurized Heavy Water Reactors (PHWR) at Kakrapar. NPCIL has planned to build sixteen 700 MW PHWRs across the country and has accorded financial and administrative approval for the same. 700 MW nuclear power plants are under construction at Rawatbhata (RAPS 7 & 8) in Rajasthan and Gorakhpur (GHAVP 1 & 2) in Haryana.
15 To prevent cattle from crossing the road, cattle fence will be installed on the highway
Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has informed that the Government of India is planning to install Bahu Bali Cattle Fence to prevent stray cattle from crossing the road on the highways . This will also help in preventing dangerous accidents caused by cattle and loss of human life. In a tweet, Shri Gadkari said that this barricade will be one meter 20 cm high and will be installed on section 23 of National Highway-30 . He told that this work will be done before Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Chhattisgarh . Shri Gadkari said that the cattle fence made of bamboo would provide a completely cost effective and eco-friendly solution. Shri Gadkari said that The bamboo will be coated with wire oil and HDPE, which will make it as strong as steel. The fire retardant rating of this fence will be of first class. It will be based on the principle of self-reliant India, which aims to make all highways permanent and cause minimum harm to wildlife and cattle.
16 REC (Rural Electrification Corporation India Limited) released Rs 4,785 crore for the project of HPCL Rajasthan Refinery in Barmer
REC Limited has given a loan of Rs.4,785 crore to HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited (HRRL) for setting up Green Field Refinery- Petrochemical Complex in Barmer district of Rajasthan . The loan has been extended under a consortium arrangement of Rs 48,625 crore , in which REC Ltd has a stake of Rs 4,785 crore. The refinery-complex will have a capacity of 9 million metric tonnes per annum and the total project cost will be Rs 72,937 crore. HRRL is a joint venture company of Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited and Government of Rajasthan , incorporated on 18 September 2013. was included. HPCL holds 74% equity stake in HRL while the remaining 26% is held by the Government of Rajasthan. Apart from setting up an energy efficient and eco-friendly refinery and petrochemical complex with a capacity of nine MMTPA, the project involves setting up a pipeline to transport both Rajasthan crude and imported crude, a pipeline to carry water to the refinery site To meet the power and steam requirement of the refinery, a captive power plant, crude oil and product storage facilities and township and allied facilities will also be set up.
17 Favorable Credit Position of Indian Companies
According to a report by S&P Global Ratings , identified companies in India are in favorable credit positions, supported by strong underlying growth and accommodative balance sheets. The report highlights the country’s strong economic growth , which is expected to grow by 6% in 2023 and 6.9% in 2024. are estimated to reach, which will make them more outstanding in this field. Additionally, the presence of strong offshore liquidity helps to counter the challenges posed by complex external financing conditions. Although companies are focusing on debt reduction, the pace of reducing debt may slow down due to increased capital expenditure. Deleveraging refers to the process of reducing or eliminating debt in order to improve the financial stability of an individual, company or economy. This usually involves reducing the proportion of assets with debt and equity, thereby reducing overall leverage or indebtedness.
18 Mo Jangal Jami scheme launched by Odisha government
Odisha government has launched Mo Jungle Jami scheme which aims to promote forest rights among tribals and forest dwellers in the districts of the state . If this scheme is implemented, Odisha will be the first state in India to recognize community forest rights in addition to the individual rights proposed by the central government. Will become. The objective of this scheme is to ensure livelihood and food security for the Scheduled Tribes and the population living in forest areas by providing land ownership and access to forest resources to the beneficiaries as per their rights. There are a large number of villages and scheduled tribe families in Odisha that are targeted to benefit from the scheme. The tribal population of the state with 62 different tribes constitutes 22.85% of the total population which includes 13 Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs).
19 Relationship between air pollution and lung disease
A recent study in Delhi has highlighted the associated health effects of people working outdoors due to daily exposure to polluted air. The research focused on various occupational groups, including rag pickers, safai karamcharis (municipal cleaners) and security guards. The findings raised concerns about abnormal pulmonary function and severe lung diseases among these workers. highlights the prevalence of asthma, underscoring the need for interventions to protect their respiratory health. The study revealed that a significant percentage of outdoor workers in Delhi experienced abnormal pulmonary function. 75% of the rag pickers were found to have abnormal lung function. Similarly, 86% of sweepers and 86% of security guards displayed abnormal pulmonary function.
20 India leads the world in terms of childhood diabetes and deaths due to it
A recent study published in the journal JAMA Network revealed that India had the highest number of cases and deaths of childhood diabetes in 2019 . recorded, underscoring the urgency of addressing this growing health concern. The research also highlighted important findings regarding disability-adjusted life-years (DALYs) and global trends in childhood diabetes. According to the study, India faced the highest number of childhood diabetes cases and deaths in 2019. This statistic emphasizes the urgent need for prevention, management and treatment of diabetes among children in the country. By understanding the factors contributing to this burden, health care professionals and policy makers can design targeted strategies to reduce the associated morbidity and mortality.
