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DAILY DOSE 16th  AUG -2024 CURRENT AFFAIRS

 

1) Tarang Shakti:

  • India hosted its first-ever multinational air exercise, “Tarang Shakti,” showcasing the capabilities of indigenously manufactured aircraft, including the Sarang helicopters and LCA Tejas.
  • The exercise is being conducted in two phases.
  • The exercise was a significant achievement, emphasizing India’s focus on “Aatmanirbharta” (self-reliance) and showcasing indigenous military capabilities.
  • India’s Rafale, Sukhoi, and LCA Tejas aircraft were part of the first phase.

 

2) Har Ghar Tiranga, Har Ghar Khadi Campaign:

  • The Chairman of the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) launched the “Har Ghar Tiranga, Har Ghar Khadi” campaign to increase the use and trade of Khadi clothes through hoisting national flags made of khadi.
  • Special national flags of 3X2 feet made of Khadi/Polyester are available at Khadi stores across the country at a special price of Rs 198.
  • PM Narendra Modi has also appealed to the countrymen to join the Tiranga Yatra campaign on Independence Day and buy Khadi clothes.
  • The 3rd edition of the HGT campaign se to celebrated from 9th to 15th August 2024 as part of the Independence Day celebrations.

 

3) Long Range Glide Bomb:

  • Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) carried out a successful maiden flight test of a Long-Range Glide Bomb (LRGB), GAURAV from the Su-30 MK-I platform of the Indian Air Force (IAF).
  • Long Range Glide Bomb (LRGB) is an air-launched 1,000 kg class glide bomb capable of hitting targets at long distances.
  • It is an Air to Surface LRGB with conventional warheads to destroy enemy airstrips, bunkers, hard installations, buildings etc.
  • It is designed to integrate with fighter aircraft.
  • It consists of an Inertial Navigation based guidance system with Digital Control.

 

4) FloodWatch India 2.0:

  • The Union Minister for Jal Shakti launched Version 2.0 of the ‘FloodWatch India’ mobile application developed by the Central Water Commission (CWC)
  • FloodWatch India gives information related to the flood situation and forecasts for up to 7 days on a real-time basis to the public.
  • The in-house developed user-friendly app has readable and audio broadcastand all the information is available in 2 languages, viz. English and Hindi.
  • Other feature of the app includes real-time flood monitoring where users can check up-to-date flood situations throughout the country.
  • It utilizes near real-time river flow data from various sources.

 

5) Jiyo Parsi Scheme:

  • The Minister for Minority Affairs recently launched the Jiyo Parsi Scheme portal.
  • Jiyo Parsi Scheme is a unique Central Sector Scheme implemented by the Ministry of Minority Affairs to arrest the population decline of the Parsi Community in India.
  • The scheme was launched in 2013-14.
  • The objective of the scheme is to reverse the declining trend of the Parsi population by adopting scientific protocols and structured interventions to stabilize their population in India.
  • The scheme has three components: Medical Assistance, Advocacy, and Health of Community.
  • Under the Medical Componentof the scheme, financial assistance is provided to Parsi Couples for medical treatment under standard medical protocol.

 

6) Corbett Tiger Reserve : Awareness Campaign

  • The Corbett Tiger Reserve recently ran an awareness campaign to celebrate World Elephant Day.
  • Corbett Tiger Reserve is located on the foothills of the Himalayas in Uttarakhand, spread over three districts, viz., Pauri, Nainital and Almora.
  • It is the first National Park in India, established in 1936. It was named Hailey National Park then.
  • In 1957, the park was rechristened Corbett National Park in memory of the late Jim Corbett, a great naturalist and eminent conservationist.
  • Today, after the addition of areas to the originally declared National Park, the total area of Tiger Reserve extends to 1288.31 sq. km.

 

7) Ballast Water:

  • The Tamil Nadu Water Resources Department (WRD) has charged that Kamarajar Port is the main reason for the spread of the invasive species by not regulating the ballast water from ships.
  • Ballast Water is fresh or saltwater held in the ballast tanks and cargo holds of ships.
  • It is used to provide stability and maneuverability during a voyage when ships are not carrying cargo, not carrying heavy enough cargo, or when more stability is required due to rough seas.
  • It may also be used to add weight so that a ship sinks low enough in the water to pass under bridges and other structures.
  • Usually, ballast water is pumped into ballast tanks when a ship has delivered cargo to a port and is departing with less cargo or no cargo.

 

8) Amrit Bharat Station Scheme : Update

  • Western Railway has announced the inclusion of Kandivali and Dahisar railway stations in the recently launched Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS).
  • Amrit Bharat Station Scheme is an ongoing Indian Railways mission launched in February 2023 by the Ministry of Railways to redevelop railway stations across India.
  • It is designed for the ongoing development of railway stations with a long-term perspective.
  • It involves the creation of master plans and their phased implementation to improve various aspects of station facilities.

 

9) Earth’s Rotational Dynamics : Study

  • Recent research highlights that melting polar ice caps due to climate change are causing the Earth to spin more slowly, leading to minute changes in the duration of a day.
  • This phenomenon, while not immediately noticeable in daily lives, could have significant implications for technology reliant on precise timekeeping.
  • The melting of polar ice sheets causes water to flow towards the equator, increasing the Earth’s oblateness and moment of inertia.
  • Studies show that over the last two decades, the Earth’s rotation has slowed by approximately 1.3 milliseconds per century.

 

10)  Para Shuttler Pramod Bhagat Suspended For Breaching Anti Doping Regulations:

  • Para shuttler Pramod Bhagat has been suspended by the Badminton World Federation for a period of 18 months for breaching the anti-doping regulations. Now, Pramod will miss the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.

 

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