1 Maharashtra achieved first position in the country in the implementation of Pradhan Mantri Kusum Yojana
Maharashtra has secured first position in the country in the implementation of Pradhan Mantri Kusum Yojana . According to the statement issued by the Chief Minister’s Office, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has approved the installation of nine lakh 46 thousand four hundred 71 solar energy pumps in the states. A total of two lakh 72 thousand nine hundred and 16 solar pumps have been installed in the country. Of these, 71 thousand nine hundred 58 solar pumps have been installed in Maharashtra.
2 India’s name removed from the category under review regarding trade of Red Sanders species of red sandalwood trees
Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Bhupendra Yadav said that the recent meeting of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) in Geneva has proved to be very important for India’s wildlife and ecosystem conservation efforts. In a social media post, Shri Bhupendra Yadav said that in this meeting, India’s name was removed from the category under review regarding trade of Red Sanders species of red sandalwood trees. With this, farmers will now be able to grow more red sandalwood trees. He said that the Red Sanders variety of red sandalwood was listed under review of important trade process since 2004. It sanctions disciplinary action against trade in the Red Sander species by countries that do not meet their obligations. Red Sanders is a very valuable variety of tree, which is found in some districts of Andhra Pradesh. This species has faced threats from illegal logging and smuggling for a long time, due to which their numbers have started declining rapidly.
3 India signs $400 million loan agreement with Asian Development Bank under Sustainable Urban Development and Service Delivery Program
The Government of India has signed a loan agreement of $ 400 million with the Asian Development Bank under the Sustainable Urban Development and Service Delivery Programme . It aims to provide high quality urban infrastructure, better public services and efficient governance systems. improve urban life throughJuhi Mukherjee, joint secretary in the Department of Economic Affairs, said the program aims to make cities livable and hubs of economic growth with a focus on urban reforms. The program envisages planned urbanization through capacity building of urban local bodies as well as legal, regulatory and institutional reforms.
4 Center bans nine Meitei extremist organizations operating from Manipur for five years
The Home Ministry has declared nine Maiti extremist organizations illegal for a period of five years . Most of these organizations are active in Manipur . These organizations include the People’s Liberation Army and its political wing the Revolutionary People’s Front – RPF, United National Liberation Front – UNLF and its armed wing Manipur People’s Army – MPA, People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak - PREP. These include the K and its armed wing, the Kanglei Communist Party and its armed wing, the Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup – KYKL, the Coordination Committee – CORCOM and the Alliance for Socialist Unity Kanglei Pac – ASU.
5 Foreign Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar and his British counterpart discussed enhancing defense and security cooperation between India and the United Kingdom
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met newly appointed British Foreign Secretary David Cameron in London and held detailed discussions on realizing the full potential of the bilateral strategic partnership. The meeting came hours after British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak appointed former Prime Minister David Cameron as his new foreign minister in a dramatic reshuffle of his Cabinet ahead of the general election next year. Earlier, Jaishankar met former British Prime Minister Tony Blair and discussed bilateral relations, the situation in West Asia and Africa. It is known that Foreign Minister Jaishankar is on a five-day official visit to Britain with the aim of reviewing various aspects of bilateral relations and giving new impetus to friendly relations.
6 Prime Minister to launch PM PVTG Development Mission – especially for vulnerable tribal groups, on 15th November
Taking a major step towards empowering tribal groups , Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch PM PVTG Vikas Mission – specifically for vulnerable tribal groups – on November 15 . According to official sources, a scheme of Rs 24 thousand crore will be launched on the occasion of Tribal Pride Day to ensure overall development of especially vulnerable tribal groups. In the budget for the financial year 2023-24, the Prime Minister had announced the launch of PVTG Development Mission. 75 particularly vulnerable tribal groups live in 22,544 villages in 18 states and union territories across the country. Their population is about 28 lakhs. These tribes are scattered and live in remote and inaccessible forest areas. The PVTG Development Mission aims to provide basic amenities like roads and telecommunication services, electricity, safe housing, clean drinking water, education, improved access to health and nutrition and sustainable livelihood opportunities to the families and settlements of such people. This scheme will be implemented with the cooperation of nine ministries.
7 42nd Indian International Trade Fair begins at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi
The 42nd Indian International Trade Fair is starting at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi . The fair will be inaugurated by Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Anupriya Patel . The theme of the fourteen-day fair is Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam , which emphasizes the importance of interconnectedness and cooperation in business for sustainable development and welfare of all. Bihar and Kerala are the partner states in this fair this time , while Delhi, Union Territory Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh have been given the status of focus states . More than three thousand exhibitors from India and abroad will participate in the trade fair.
8 Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs signs MoU with Lean Campus Startups (Trust) and WEICI India to empower corporate and women entrepreneurs through various training programs
Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) and Lean Campus Startups (TRUST) and Women Entrepreneurs International Chambers of India (WEICI) India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Manesar , Gurugram . The MoU was signed by Dr. Lata Suresh on behalf of IICA and Mr. Umesh Rathore on behalf of Lean Campus Startups (Founder) . The collaborative objective of IICA and Lean Campus Startups and WEICI India is to empower corporate and women entrepreneurs and enhance their knowledge, skills and competencies in effectively setting up and managing a diverse workforce . Lean Campus Startups in partnership with IICA will organize events for women entrepreneurs and students. The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) is an institute established by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) of the Government of India as an autonomous body to help in the development of the corporate sector in India through an integrated and multi-disciplinary approach. Acts as a think-tank and center of excellence.
9 Minister of State Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Balyan chairs the inaugural session of the 33rd Conference of the WOAH Regional Commission for Asia and the Pacific in New Delhi
Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Balyan, Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, chaired the inaugural session of the 33rd Conference of the WOAH (World Organization for Animal Health) Regional Commission for Asia and the Pacific in New Delhi . On this occasion, Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairy, Dr. L. Many dignitaries including Murugan were present. This 4-day event is scheduled from November 13 to 16, 2023. Mrs. Alka Upadhyay , Secretary, Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, was the Indian representative to WOAH and was appointed President. Representatives and experts from 24 member countries are participating physically in the conference, while others are joining virtually.
10 ‘Aina Dashboard for Cities’ portal launched
Aaina Dashboard for Cities ‘ portal www.aaina.gov.in has been made live by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) on November 13, 2023, where urban local bodies (ULBs) across the country can access the information through a simple You can participate in this pioneering initiative by voluntarily submitting your key data on a regular basis through an easy to fill, data entry form. The primary objective of the Aina Dashboard is to help cities (i) see how they are performing compared to other cities, (ii) motivate them by pointing out possibilities and areas for improvement and (iii) facilitate learning and To provide an opportunity to connect with leading people. While not ranking ULBs, the Aina dashboard will serve as a tool to compare similarly situated cities and promote peer learning between different cities.
11 CJI DY Chandrachud inaugurates ‘Mitti Café’ in Supreme Court
Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud along with other judges inaugurated ‘Mitti Cafe’ in the premises of the Supreme Court of India . The newly constructed café is entirely run by disabled staff . The café manager is visually impaired and has cerebral palsy. On this occasion, a small cultural function was organized in which the disabled people performed. On this occasion, the national anthem was also sung in sign language.
12 Samsung unveils its generative AI model Samsung Gauss
South Korean company Samsung has launched its own generative AI model called ‘ Samsung Gauss ‘. has entered the conversation by introducingSamsung Gauss AI was unveiled during the Samsung AI Forum 2023 event, which was held at the Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology R&D campus. The model includes Samsung Gauss Language, Samsung Gauss Code, and Samsung Gauss Image, and is named after the famous mathematician Carl Friedrich Gauss, who founded normal distribution theory, the backbone of machine learning and AI. Additionally, Samsung’s new AI model is also expected to be featured in the upcoming Galaxy S24 series.
13 Seven introduces smart wearable ‘7 Ring’ for easy contactless payments
Consumer electronics startup Seven has launched the 7Ring smart ring in India . This new wearable device is equipped with an amazing feature, with the help of this feature you will be able to make contactless payments . It has a support system for NFC (Near-Field Communication) , which ensures stable connectivity without dependency on Bluetooth. Its main highlight is that it supports convenient payment technology, which can help you initiate contactless payments with a single tap. No wallet, phone, app, PIN or OTP will be required if the amount is less than Rs 5,000.
14 IBM partners with AWS to launch new innovation lab in India
IBM and Amazon Web Services (AWS) have announced the launch of an Innovation Lab located at the IBM Client Experience Center in Bengaluru , India . This marks a significant expansion of their collaborative services with a focus on empowering mutual customers through the capabilities of Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) .
15 Italian luxury brand Brioni launches in India
French luxury conglomerate Kering ‘s iconic menswear brand, Brioni , will be launched at The Chanakya Mall in Delhi with the help of DS Luxury, an entity under Dharampal Satyapal Group Limited . The brand’s first boutique has been created at Chanakya Mall to grace the upscale retail landscape of Delhi. Brahming a curated collection of ready-to-wear clothing and accessories, the boutique will also offer exclusive services, embodying the epitome of personalized luxury.
16 ‘Mika’ becomes the world’s first AI human-like robot CEO
Polish rum company Diktador announced that it has appointed ‘Mika’, an AI-powered humanoid robot to lead the firm. As the first female robot CEO, Mika is a board member who oversees operations on Dictador’s behalf, the company said. Let us tell you, in August last year, Dictador had appointed an AI-powered robot named Mika as its experimental CEO. This innovative project aims to blend advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning with the company’s unique values. While this development sparks excitement about the potential of AI in leadership roles, it also raises concerns among workers about job security.
17 former cricketers Virender Sehwag, Diana Edulji and Arvind de Silva inducted into IIC Cricket Hall of Fame.
Former India opening batsman Virender Sehwag, former women’s Test captain Diana Edalji and great Sri Lankan player Aravinda de Silva have been inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame. International Cricket Council ICC announced their names. Sehwag is the first Indian player to score a triple century twice in his Test career . Edalji has captained the Indian women’s team for almost three decades and has taken 100 wickets in 54 international matches as a left-arm spin bowler. Sri Lanka’s Aravinda de Silva led Sri Lanka to win the World Cup in 1996 . He will be inducted into the Hall of Fame at a special ceremony during the first semi-final of the Cricket World Cup at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on 15 November.
18 Australia captain Meg Lanning announces retirement from international cricket
Australia captain Meg Lanning has surprised the cricket world by retiring from all formats of international cricket at the age of 31 . Meg Lanning made her international debut in 2010 and represented Australia in 241 matches. Lanning last represented the Australian team in the T20 World Cup in South Africa in February. Then he took a break of six months from the game due to health reasons. Lanning made his T-20 International debut for Australia at the age of just 18. Lanning has captained the Australian team in 78 ODIs. In which the team has won 69 matches. Under his captaincy, Australia has won 76 matches in 100 T-20 Internationals. Under his captaincy, Australia played four Tests and won all four.
19 Senior communist leader Basudeb Acharya dies in a private hospital in Hyderabad
Senior communist leader Basudeb Acharya died in a private hospital in Hyderabad. He was 81 years old. The Marxist Communist Party leader was elected to the Lok Sabha nine times from 1980 to 2009 from Purulia in West Bengal . In 2014, he lost to Trinamool Congress candidate Moon Moon Sen in Bankura constituency . West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has expressed grief over the demise of the veteran leader.
