1 Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 9th National Handloom Day celebrations at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, Delhi today.
Addressing the 9th National Handloom Day celebrations at Bharat Mandapam , Pragati Maidan , Delhi , Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the schemes launched in the textile sector bring justice to weavers and artisans . The Prime Minister also urged people to commit themselves to popularize local products on National Handloom Day. During the event, Shri Modi launched the e-portal of ‘ Indian Textiles and Crafts Fund ‘ , a repository of textiles and crafts, which is being developed by the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT). Developed by More than 3000 handloom and khadi weavers, artisans and stakeholders from textile and MSME sectors participated in the event. Inspired by the vision of the Prime Minister, the government started celebrating National Handloom Day and the first such celebration was organized on August 7, 2015 by the indigenous industry and handloom weavers in particular. This date was specifically chosen as a tribute to the Swadeshi Movement, which was launched on August 7, 1905 .
2 The Supreme Court has constituted a three-member committee of former women judges of the High Court for the relief and rehabilitation of the people affected by the violence in Manipur.
The Supreme Court has constituted a three-member committee of former women judges of High Courts in the Manipur violence case. Apart from this, 42 special investigation teams were also announced. Chief Justice DY Chandrachud of the apex court announced that the committee will focus on humanitarian aspects beyond the scope of the ongoing investigation. It will be a broad based committee. It will look into matters such as relief, reform and rehabilitation measures and restoration of housing and places of worship. The committee will be headed by former Chief Justice of Jammu and Kashmir High Court Gita Mittal and will include former Bombay High Court Justice Shalini Phansalkar Joshi and former Delhi High Court Justice Asha Menon.
3 Parliament passed the Arbitration Bill 2023 to reduce pendency in 3 courts
The Arbitration Bill 2023 has been passed in the Parliament. Lok Sabha passed it. Rajya Sabha has already approved it. In the Lok Sabha, Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal said that this bill will bring ease in life. He said that this bill would provide legal aid to the mediation centres. Mr. Meghwal said that this would reduce the cost and burden of litigation. The Bill will give individuals an opportunity to settle disputes through arbitration before going to any court or tribunal. A party may withdraw from the arbitration after two mediation sessions. The arbitration process must be completed within 180 days and can be extended for another 180 days. The Bill also provides for the establishment of the Arbitration Council of India. Discussion on the bill is going on.
4 Parliament passed the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill 2023
The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill-2023 has been passed in the Parliament . In the Rajya Sabha, 131 MPs voted in favor of the bill while 102 MPs voted in opposition. This bill was passed in the Lok Sabha only last week. The Bill seeks to amend the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi Act, 1991 . It empowers the Central Government to make rules with respect to the affairs of the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi, including the functions, terms and other conditions of service of officers. There is also a provision for the constitution of the National Capital Civil Services Authority. Chief Minister of Delhi in this authority , Chief Secretary of Delhi and Principal Home Secretary of Delhi. The Authority shall make recommendations to the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi in respect of transfer and postings of officers and in matters of disciplinary action. The central government had brought an ordinance in this regard in May this year.
5 Parliament clears bill to simplify birth and death registration and make it digital
Parliament has passed the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill-2023 after approval from Rajya Sabha. The Lok Sabha passed it on 1 August itself. Responding to the discussion on the bill, Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai said that the bill has been brought to simplify birth and death registration and it will be completely digital. He said that digital data would help in making social schemes for the benefit of the people. Mr. Rai said that this will be a very important document for various works like getting a driving license and admission in educational institutions. The minister said that according to the bill, birth and death certificates can be made within seven days. The Bill seeks to amend the Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969.
6 A group known as “Doctors in Sari” celebrates National Handloom Day with gusto in Dubai
A group of 280 doctors in Dubai celebrated the National Handloom Day with enthusiasm in a significant event of culture and tradition. This group is known as ” Doctor in Saree ” and the group has also released a video in this regard. The National Handloom Day, celebrated every year on 7th August, aims to promote the rich heritage of handlooms in India as well as in other countries. Dr. Poonam Bijlani, representing the Doctor in Sari Group in the UAE, gave more details. He said that handloom weaving involves creativity, focus, patience and concentration and all these qualities go well with practitioners. Handloom sarees are a symbol of patriotism, culture and freedom.
7 Cambodian, Hun Manet – the son of former Prime Minister Hun Sen – was appointed as the new Prime Minister of the country
Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni has appointed Hun Manet , the son of former Prime Minister Hun Sen , as the new Prime Minister of the country. A royal decree has been issued by Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni that Dr. Hun Manet has been appointed as the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia for the 7th mandate of the Parliament. After being appointed the country’s next prime minister, Hun Manet and his cabinet will have to win a vote of confidence in parliament on August 22 to take office.
8 AIIMS doctors warn against use of steroids amid rising cases of conjunctivitis in North India
In view of the increasing cases of conjunctivitis i.e. eye flu in North India including the capital Delhi , senior doctors of All India Institute of Medical Sciences – AIIMS prescribed steroids for treatment. A warning has been issued regarding the use of Dr JS Titiyal, head of Dr Rajendra Prasad Ophthalmology Center at AIIMS, said that after two weeks of using steroid eye drops, the cornea may become cloudy. Apart from this, the pressure on the eyes can also increase. He told that steroid medicines are not included in the treatment of conjunctivitis in AIIMS. He also said that eye drops should be put only when necessary. The use of steroids can provide immediate relief but can increase the risk of damage to the eyes and weakening of vision later. Regarding the use of antibiotics, he advised that it should be taken only under the supervision of a doctor. Apart from adenovirus, bacterial infection is also seen in 20 to 30 percent of patients. Antibiotics can be given to such patients.
9 Israeli Spike missiles received by the Indian Air Force
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has received Air-Launched Spike Non Line of Sight (NLOS) Anti-Tank Guided Missiles (ATGM) from Israel , which can hit targets up to 50 km from helicopters and 32 km from land. The NLOS missiles will be joined by a fleet of Russian-origin Me-17V5 helicopters, manufactured by Kazan Helicopters. The Spike Non Line of Sight (NLOS) missile is designed by the Israeli company Rafael Advanced Defense Systems. Various configurations are available, including man-portable, vehicle-borne and helicopter-borne variants.
10. 98,911 entities recognized under Startup India initiative
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has recognized 98,911 entities under the Startup India initiative since its launch on January 16, 2016 . The primary goal behind this initiative is to create a robust ecosystem that fosters innovation, encourages entrepreneurship and attracts private investment in the startup sector, thereby driving sustainable economic growth and generating large-scale employment opportunities. Are. As per the notification dated 19th February, 2019 the entities fulfilling the eligibility conditions were recognized as ‘Startups’ by DPIIT under the Startup India initiative.
11 RBI fined four government companies
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has fined 4 government companies for late reporting of overseas investments . These companies include ONGC Videsh Limited (OVL) , Indian Oil Corporation Limited , GAIL (India) Limited and Oil India Limited . These four companies will have to pay Late Submission Fee (LSF) of Rs 2000 crore. This means that a fine of 500-500 crores has been imposed on each company.
12 Himalayan vulture born in captivity for the first time in India
Recently the Assam State Zoo in Guwahati brought the elusive Himalayan vulture in captivity for the first time in India. (Gyps himalayansis) has achieved an unprecedented achievement by successfully breeding it. In addition, the decision of the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare to ban the manufacture, sale and distribution of Ketoprofen and Aceclofenac has given hope to vulture conservationists and experts. One of the oldest and largest vulture species in the world, the Himalayan vulture has huge and formidable wings. Their plumage is dominated by black and brown, which helps them to camouflage themselves in the rugged mountainous terrain. Vultures, characterized by strong, curved beaks and keen eyesight, are among the most efficient scavengers in the environment, playing an important role in the ecosystem by feeding on decaying organic matter (especially dead organisms).
13 Kerala launches Athidhi Portal
The Kerala government is taking proactive steps to expedite the registration process and introducing a unique identification system for migrant workers in the state. In response to the recent spate of alleged sexual crimes committed against children by migrant workers , the government has launched the ‘ Atidhi Portal ‘. The objective of this user-friendly web portal is to streamline the registration of “guest workers” and ensure their social security.
14 “Still Unprepared” report released
In 2022 , India experienced extreme weather events affecting the country on 314 days out of 365. As climate change accelerates, the urgency of tackling climate risks becomes paramount, especially for major Indian banks . A recent analysis titled “ Still Unprepared ” by Bengaluru-based think tank Climate Risk Horizons examines the preparedness of India’s banking sector to face climate risks. throws light on. The Climate Risk Horizons report is based on an assessment of India’s 34 largest banks with a combined market capitalization of Rs 29.5 trillion. The study assessed banks’ ability to measure, manage and mitigate climate risks amid the growing impact of extreme weather events.
15 IIT Hyderabad and Kathmandu University agree to provide JDP at PhD level in all areas of research
The Indian Institute of Technology-Hyderabad and the University of Kathmandu have agreed to offer joint doctoral programs at the PhD level in all areas of research . In the recent visit of IIT-Hyderabad delegation to Kathmandu University, several decisions were taken to strengthen the relationship between the two institutions. According to an official release, under this programme, students from India and Nepal will get an opportunity to work in science, technology, design and medical innovation sectors. Students admitted to the Joint Doctoral Program at Kathmandu University will have the opportunity to study at IIT-Hyderabad for one year on scholarship. Similar opportunity will be available to the students of IIT-Hyderabad in Kathmandu University.
16 Lok Sabha membership of Rahul Gandhi restored again
The Lok Sabha Secretariat has restored the Lok Sabha membership of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi . This decision has been taken after the Supreme Court stayed the conviction of Shri Rahul Gandhi in a criminal defamation case. Rahul Gandhi is a Lok Sabha MP from the Wayanad constituency of Kerala . Rahul Gandhi was disqualified from the Lok Sabha in March this year. After the Lok Sabha membership was restored, Shri Gandhi reached Parliament and paid floral tributes at the statue of Mahatma Gandhi in the Parliament House Complex.
17 Paleo Proxy
It was recently announced that a particular day in July 2023 was the hottest day in over 100,000 years , which is scientifically unfounded . This claim was based on temperature estimates from before the invention of the thermometer , known as ” Palaeo Proxies”.Paleoproxies, short for Paleoclimate Proxies or Paleoenvironmental Proxies, are models used by scientists to reconstruct past climate and environmental conditions. are indicators or records used. These proxies are usually derived from physical, biological, or chemical processes that respond to changes in temperature or other climate factors. Since direct measurement of the climate of the distant past is not possible, scientists We rely on these proxy records to understand past climate variations and long-term trends.
18 African gene variant CHD1L: helpful in HIV control
A recent study published in the journal Nature suggests that some individuals of African descent have a unique gene variant , chromodomain helicase DNA binding protein 1 like (CHD1L) , that is important in controlling the spread of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). plays a role. This variant of the CHD1L gene is found exclusively in African populations and has been linked to reducing the viral load of HIV-1, the most virulent form of HIV. The function of the gene includes coding for proteins that facilitate the repair of DNA damage. As a result, its ability to transmit the virus is reduced and the rate of spread of the disease is slowed down. Although 4% to 13% of individuals of African descent may have this gene variant, the mechanism by which it affects viral load is not yet fully understood.
19 Henrietta Lacks: HeLa Cells
Recently, the family of Henrietta Lacks has settled a lawsuit against a biotech company alleging that the company profited from her cells without her consent and has revolutionized medicine. Henrietta Lacks was an African-American woman who died of cervical cancer in 1951 at the age of 31. Without her knowledge or consent, doctors took a sample of her tumor and sent it to a laboratory. In the laboratory it was found that their cells could grow indefinitely. His cells, also known as HeLa cells , the first immortalized human cell line and is one of the most widely used cells in biomedical research. HeLa cells have contributed to many scientific breakthroughs such as polio vaccine development, gene mapping, cancer treatment, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) research, cloning, stem cell studies, and the COVID-19 vaccine. The World Health Organization (WHO) posthumously honored Henrietta Lacks with the WHO Director-General’s Award on October 13, 2021. The award acknowledges his extraordinary story and recognizes his world-changing legacy in science and health. The WHO Director-General’s Award is a prestigious recognition given by WHO to individuals or groups who have made outstanding contributions to advancing global health, demonstrated leadership and commitment to regional health issues, as well as lifelong dedication to , Adopted continuous advocacy and selfless service to humanity. Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the cells of the cervix. The cervix is the lower, narrow end of the uterus (womb). The cervix connects the uterus to the vagina (birth canal).
20 Saudi, Kuwait reject Iran’s claims on disputed gas field
Saudi Arabia and Kuwait have recently claimed sole ownership of the disputed Arash-Dorra gas field , a resource-rich offshore field on which Iran also claims. The three countries have long been embroiled in a dispute over the area and the situation has worsened after Iran threatened to continue exploration despite objections from Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. The Arash-Dorra gas field, known as Arash in Iran and Dorra in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, has been a focal point of dispute between the three countries. The region contains significant natural gas reserves, making it a highly valuable resource for all parties involved. The roots of the dispute can be traced back to the 1960s when Iran and Kuwait awarded offshore concessions to separate companies – the Anglo-Iranian Oil Company (now BP) and Royal Dutch Shell respectively. Concessions overlap in the northern part of the Arash-Dorra area, leading to conflicting claims and disagreements over ownership and exploitation rights.
