1 PM announces new scheme to train women to operate drones through 15,000 self-help groups
Prime Minister Narendra Modi unfurled the tricolor from the ramparts of the Red Fort in Delhi and addressed the nation . In his address, he said that continuous reforms are being done to modernize the army. The Prime Minister said that our target is to make two crore Lakhpati Didi in the village . He said that for this we are working on a new plan. For this women self-help groups will be trained and drones will be given. He said that drones will be used in agriculture. The Prime Minister informed that 15,000 women are launching the service of drones with self-help groups.
Government to launch Vishwakarma scheme next month for those having traditional skills
From the ramparts of the Red Fort, the Prime Minister said that a subsidy of ten lakh crore rupees is being given to make urea available to the poor. Shri Modi said that MSME eco has not been allowed to sink in spite of Kovid. He said that lakhs of jawans were benefited from One Rank One Pension. Shri Modi said that 13.5 crore people should come above the poverty line in the tenure of five years. He said that on Vishwakarma Jayanti, Vishwakarma Yojana would be started for the class making traditional tools . This scheme will start with about 14-15 thousand crore rupees .
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports to organize Youth-20 Summit in Varanasi from August 17 to 20
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports is organizing the Youth-20 Summit 2023 in Varanasi , Uttar Pradesh from 17th to 20th of this month . More than 100 delegates are expected to attend it. Around 150 delegates from G-20 countries, guest countries and international organizations will discuss the 5 identified themes of the Youth-20. These topics include The Future of Work, Industry 4-Zero, Innovation and 21st Century Skills, Peacebuilding and Reconciliation: Ushering in an Era Without War, Climate Change and Disaster Risk Reduction. Kick-off meeting of Youth-20 Summit, Guwahati, 14 Youth-20 consultations held in premier educational institutions, Leh – Ladakh It marks the culmination of various public participation programs organized across the country in connection with the Pre-Summit, brainstorming sessions, Youth-20 Choupal and the main Youth-20 Summit.
Nine municipalities in Russia’s Far East declare state of emergency due to 4 storm laws
In the Russian Far East, nine municipalities declared a state of emergency after Typhoon Khanun , which lashed Japan earlier this week, caused torrential rains to flood villages. On Friday (11 August 2023), Khanun, a typhoon that devastated southern Japan, intensified into a tropical depression moving from South Korea to North Korea. 543 residential properties, 32 villages and large sections of roads have been cut off in Russia’s Far East, an area in the easternmost part of both Russia and the Asian continent.
5 Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP)
Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP) is a compensation plan that gives employees the option to purchase company shares at a predetermined price within a specified time frame. These options are generally tied to company performance and are intended to foster a sense of ownership and accountability among employees. ESOPs are commonly used by startups, established firms and even publicly traded companies to incentivize employees and foster a culture of shared success.
6 Dharmendra Pradhan launches DBT in NAPS to strengthen apprenticeship ecosystem
In order to increase the participation of industry and youth in apprenticeship training across the country , Union Minister for Education and Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Dharmendra Pradhan on Saturday announced Direct Benefit Transfer in the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS). (Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)) scheme launched. The government has allocated around Rs 15 crore for this scheme. More than one lakh youth doing apprenticeship training will get the benefit of this. This will help usher in a new era in skill development. The National Apprentice Promotion Scheme was launched in 2016. Since 2016, till July 31, 2023, 25 lakh youth have taken training. 2.6 lakh youth have taken training in the financial year 2023-24. Its objective is to provide quality training to the youth.
Heron Mark2 Drone inducted in Indian Air Force
The Indian Air Force is now planning to take forward its Project Cheetah under Make in India . Under this, Indian defense manufacturer Israeli Heron Drone Will be equipped with strike capabilities. The newly inducted Heron Mark 2 drones of the Indian Air Force are operating from a forward air base in the northern sector. The long-range drones have the capability to cover entire borders with both Pakistan and China in a single flight. The squadron operating the Heron Mark 2 drone is known as the ‘Wardens of the North’ and is carrying out surveillance missions along the borders with both China and Pakistan. The drones are equipped with satellite communication links and are the most advanced drones in the Indian Armed Forces. Four new Heron Mark-2 drones equipped with long-range missiles and other weapon systems. It is deployed at a forward air base in the northern sector.
8 RBI selects McKinsey, Accenture Solutions to improve regulatory oversight using AI
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has selected global consulting firms McKinsey & Company India LLP and Accenture Solutions Pvt Ltd India to design a system using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) for its inspection functions. RBI is looking to extensively use advanced analytics, AI and ML to analyze its huge database and improve regulatory oversight on banks and non-banking financial companies (NBFCs). For this, the central bank is planning to hire external experts.
9 Poet diplomat Abhay K. released his new book ‘Monsoon’
Indian Poet-Ambassador Abhay Kumar (Abhay K) , Deputy Director General of Indian Council for Cultural Relations released his new book titled “ Monsoon: A Poem of Love and Longing ” at Kathika Sanskriti Kendra in Old Delhi , Delhi. This book was published by Sahitya Akademi on the occasion of its 68th birth anniversary (13 March 2022). His book is a poem that follows the monsoon that emerges from Madagascar and travels across the Himalayas to Srinagar and Madagascar.
10 government employees associations take out rally for pension rights in Delhi
In order to demand the restoration of the old pension scheme, the Government Employees Associations have organized a huge rally in Delhi, which has been named as “ Pension Adhikar Maharally ”. The rally was organized by Joint Forum for Restoration of Old Pension Scheme (JFROPS) / National Joint Council of Action (NJCA) representing employees of central and state departments. The event took place on 10 August at Ramlila Maidan. A wide variety of employees including Central and State Departments, Railways, Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), teaching professionals, defense personnel and ex-paramilitary personnel from across the country participated in the rally. This important poll highlighted the widespread concern regarding the issue of pension planning.
11 NPCI launches UPI Chalega 3.0 campaign to drive UPI adoption and security awareness
National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has introduced the third edition of its UPI security awareness campaign “ UPI Chalega ”. Collaborating with key stakeholders in the payments ecosystem, the campaign aims to emphasize on the ease, security and speed of using the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) for transactions. The “UPI Chalega” campaign is designed to promote UPI as a reliable, efficient and real-time payment method for various types of transactions. UPI LITE , UPI AUTOPAY designed for fast low value transactions , also highlights innovative features such as the convenience of secure recurring payments across UPI applications and UPI interoperability, which ensures seamless money transfers between all UPI-enabled apps.
12 countries celebrated 77th Independence Day
The nation celebrated its 77th Independence Day on 15th August 2023 . The British had ruled India for almost 200 years, many freedom fighters had played an important role in liberating the country from their slavery. 15 August 1947 was the day when India was completely freed from the slavery of the British. After this, every year on August 15, the country celebrates Independence Day. Like last year (2022), this year also tricolor campaign is being run in every house.
13 International Left-Handers Day 2023
International Left-Handers Day , observed annually on 13 August , is a global celebration that recognizes and appreciates the diverse skills, talents and perspectives of left-handed individuals. The day highlights the distinctive contributions of left-handed batsmen in various domains, from arts and sciences to sports and daily life, while emphasizing the value of diversity. The theme for International Left-Handers Day 2023 is “ Left-Handers in Sports .” revolves around
14 Sulabh International founder and social worker Bindeshwar Pathak passed away. Prime Minister expressed grief over his demise
Bindeshwar Pathak, founder of Sulabh International , has passed away due to cardiac arrest. He was admitted in AIIMS, Delhi. Dr. Bindeshwar Pathak was 80 years old. He founded the Sulabh International Social Service in 1970 and campaigned extensively to end manual scavenging . He was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 1991 .
