Study Material

DAILY GK DOSE 17th  JULY -2024 CURRENT AFFAIRS

admin Current Affairs

TEACHERS’ VISION | BANK PO – CLREK |SSC| GOVT JOBS

DAILY DOSE 17th  JULY -2024 CURRENT AFFAIRS

 

1) APSTAR-6E Satellite:

  • China’s APSTAR-6E satellite has officially begun operating after successfully passing technical reviews both in orbit and on the ground in Hong Kong
  • APSTAR-6E Satellite is China’s first all-electric propulsion communication satellite.
  • Developed by the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC), this satellite operates in geostationary orbit.
  • Launched via a Long March-2C rocket from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center on January 13, 2023, APSTAR-6E completed its journey to geostationary orbit after separating from its independent propulsion module.

 

2) International Civil Aviation Organization:

  • India is set to host the second Asia Pacific (APAC) ministerial conference on civil aviation, which will be jointly organised by the Indian government and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
  • ICAO is an intergovernmental specialized agency of the United Nations (UN).
  • It was established in 1947 by the Convention on International Civil Aviation (1944), known as the Chicago Convention.
  • Headquarters: Montreal, Canada
  • ICAO was created to promote the safe and orderly development of international civil aviation throughout the world.
  • It sets standards and regulations necessary for aviation safety, security, efficiency, and regularity, as well as for aviation environmental protection.

 

3) Vishalgad Fort : Anti Enchroachment Drive

  • The anti-encroachment drive at Vishalgad Fort took an ugly turn recently after miscreants resorted to violence, roughed up the local shopkeepers, and pelted stones at policemen on duty at the fort premises.
  • Vishalgad Fort is an ancient fort situated at Vishalgad village in Kolhapur district of Maharashtra.
  • Also called Khelna or Khilna by the locals, Vishalgad Fort was one of the important forts of the Maratha Empire.
  • It was built in the year 1058 by Shilahara king Marsinh and was initially known as Khilgil.
  • In 1209, the then king of Seuna Yadavas of Devagiri defeated Shilaharas and captured the fort.
  • In 1309, Allauddin Khilji defeated King Ramchandra of the Seuna Yadavas of Devagiri, and soon the fort was attached to the Khilji dynasty.

 

4) World Heritage Young Professionals Forum:

  • As an integral part of the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee and in the framework of the UNESCO World Heritage Education Programme, the Ministry of Culture is hosting the 2024 World Heritage Young Professionals Forum.
  • It serves as a platform by bringing young people and heritage experts together to foster intercultural learning and exchange.
  • It also provides an opportunity for the youth to meet and learn about each other’s heritage, discuss common concerns in preservation and discover new roles for themselves in heritage conservation.
  • Each Forum is focused on a specific topic linked to World Heritage and aligned with the context of the World Heritage properties of the Host Country.

 

 

5) U-WIN Portal:

  • The U-WIN portal, a replication of the Covid-19 vaccine management system Co-WIN, is set for a pan-India launch likely by the end of August.
  • U-WIN Portal is aiming to maintain an electronic registry of routine immunizations.
  • Currently, U-WIN is in pilot mode across all states and Union Territories, except for West Bengal.
  • It captures every vaccination event for pregnant women and children under the Universal Immunization Programme (UIP).
  • It will ensure timely administration of vaccine doses by digitally recording every vaccination event under the Universal Immunisation Programme among all pregnant women and children aged 0-5 years.

 

 

6) Kashmir Willow : Global Attention

  • Over the last few years, bats made of Kashmiri willow have been attracting global attention after making appearance in international games.
  • Kashmir willow is mainly grown in Kashmir region of India.
  • It is a deciduous tree that can grow up to 30 meters (98 feet). It has slender trunks and a narrow, conical canopy and it takes 20 to 25 years to mature.
  • These trees do well in the region’s moist and temperate climate, especially along riverbanks and in places with sufficient soil moisture.
  • Willows exhibit superior growth and productivity due to their highest capacity to convert solar radiation into chemical energy.

 

7) Report Of India’s G20 Task Force On DPI

  • India’s increasing influence in the digital sphere has been globally acknowledged, particularly through its advancements in Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI).
  • The recent Report of India’s G20 Task Force on DPI highlighted India’s leadership in this domain and urged the country to proactively extend its digital solutions to the Global South.

Highlights of the Report:

  • The report recommends establishing a global-standard organisation to harness the DPI ecosystem across various regions.
  • This entity should have a multinational presence and the expertise necessary to formulate policies and implement strategies effectively.
  • Its goal would be to facilitate collaboration among nations, especially in the Global South.

 

8) Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas:

  • The declaration of 25th June as Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas serves as a poignant reminder of the period when the Constitution of India was undermined, particularly during the Emergency imposed in 1975.
  • The Prime Minister of India emphasised that this day will pay homage to all those who suffered from the excesses of the Emergency.
  • It serves as a tool for educating citizens about their rights and the significance of the Constitution in protecting democracy.
  • The Emergency was a period from 25th June 1975 to 21st March 1977, when then PM Indira Gandhi’s government used special provisions in the Constitution to impose significant executive and legislative changes in the country.

 

9) Consumer Price Index For Industrial Workers (CPI-IW):

  • The Labour Bureau under the Ministry of Labour & Employment, has been compiling the Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (CPI-IW) every month.
  • Inflation for the month of May, 2024 moderated to 3.86% as compared to 4.42% in May, 2023.
  • The CPI-IW is mainly used for determining dearness allowance (DA) paid to central/state government employees and workers in the industrial sectors besides measuring inflation in retail prices, fixation and revision of minimum wages in scheduled employment.
  • The CPI has several sub-groups including food and beverages, fuel and light, housing and clothing, bedding and footwear.

 

10)  Exercise Pitch Black 2024:

  • Indian Air Force (IAF) is all set to participate in Exercise Pitch Black 2024.
  • This edition is slated to be the largest in the 43 year long history of Ex Pitch Black, which includes participation by 20 countries, with over 140 aircraft and 4400 military personnel of various air forces.
  • Exercise Pitch Black is a biennial warfare exercise hosted by the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF).
  • The exercise is normally held in Northern Australia, primarily at RAAF Bases Darwin and Tindal.
  • The aim of the exercise is to practice Offensive Counter Air (OCA) and Defensive Counter Air (DCA) combat, in a simulated war environment.

 

 

Join us :

kolagift.com
slot gacor hari ini scatter hitam lagunarestoran.id