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DAILY DOSE 18th  JULY -2024 CURRENT AFFAIRS

1) PM SHRI (PM Schools for Rising India) Scheme : Oppose

  • After Punjab, West Bengal, and Delhi refused participation in the PM-SHRI scheme, the Education Ministry has stopped funds to the three states under the Centre’s flagship Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA).
  • PM SHRI Scheme is a centrally sponsored scheme by the Government of India.
  • Its objective is to establish over 14,500 PM SHRI Schools, overseen by the Central Government, State/UT Governments, local bodies, as well as Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) and Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS).
  • These schools aim to create an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere for every student, ensuring their well-being and providing a secure and enriching learning environment.
  • The goal is to offer a diverse range of learning experiences and ensure access to good physical infrastructure and appropriate resources for all students.

 

2) Late Blight Disease:

  • The Central Potato Research Institute (CPRI) recently issued an advisory for potato farmers across the country, warning of a high risk of late blight disease in the crop due to changes in weather conditions.
  • Late Blight Disease is one of the most serious fungal diseases that can affect tomatoes and potatoes
  • It is spread from infected transplants, volunteer potato or tomato plants, and certain weeds botanically related to tomatoes.
  • Spores of this fungus can be airborne and travel great distances in storms. Rain deposits spores on plants, causing infection.
  • Late blight is favored by cool, wet weather and will cycle repeatedly if weather conditions are favorable

 

3) ASMITA Project:

  • The Ministry of Education and the University Grants Commission (UGC) recently unveiled the ASMITA Project, aimed at bolstering the availability of educational resources in Indian languages.
  • ASMITA (Augmenting Study Materials in Indian Languages through Translation and Academic Writing) is an initiative to develop 22,000 books in Indian languages in the next five years.
  • It is a collaborative effort of the UGC and the Bharatiya Bhasha Samiti, a high-powered committee under the Ministry of Education.
  • The primary objective of this initiative is to promote and integrate Indian languages more deeply into the education system, thereby enriching the learning experience and making it more inclusive.
  • This project is seen as part of a broader strategy to enhance the accessibility and quality of educational materials across various Indian languages.

 

4) Bhojshala Complex:

  • The existing structure at the Bhojshala complex constructed using remains of a temple that existed earlier at the site, said the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) in its scientific survey report.
  • Bhojshala Complex is located in the Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh.
  • It was built by Raja Bhoja (1000-1055 A.D.) in 1034 AD, who was the greatest monarch of the Paramara dynasty.
  • It served as a university and many students used to come here to learn music, Sanskrit, astronomy, yoga, Ayurveda and philosophy.
  • It was for the first time attacked by Alauddin Khilji.

 

 

5) World Bank Group Guarantee Platform:

  • The World Bank Group (WBG) guarantee platform was opened for business.
  • World Bank Group Guarantee Platform is housed at the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA) and brings together products and experts from the World Bank, International Finance Corporation (IFC), and MIGA for simplicity, efficiency and speed.
  • It aims to boost WBG annual guarantee issuance to $20 billion by 2030.
  • WBG Guarantees will serve as a one-stop shop for all WBG guarantee businesses, providing the best guarantee solutions for clients to meet project needs and development priorities.

 

 

6) Chandipura Virus Infection:

  • The Gujarat government said that six children have died of suspected Chandipura virus (CHPV) infection in the state since July 10.
  • Chandipura Virus Infection is a virus of the Rhabdoviridae family, which also includes other members such as the lyssavirus that causes rabies.
  • Several species of sandflies like Phlebotomine sandflies and Phlebotomus papatasi, and some mosquito species such as Aedes aegypti(which is also the vector for dengue) are considered vectors of CHPV.
  • The virus resides in the salivary gland of these insects, and can be transmitted to humans or other vertebrates like domestic animals through bites.
  • The infection caused by the virus can then reach the central nervous system which can lead to encephalitis — inflammation of the active tissues of the brain.

 

7) What Are 15-minute Neighborhoods?

  • The 15-minute neighbourhood concept is an urban planning approach where all essential services and amenities—such as groceries, schools, healthcare, and recreational facilities—are accessible within a 15-minute walk or bike ride from residents’ homes.
  • This model aims to reduce car reliance, improve environmental sustainability, and enhance community well-being by promoting walkability and local accessibility.
  • The 15-minute neighborhood concept can help address Bengaluru’s urban challenges through:
  • By promoting walking and cycling for short trips, it decreases the reliance on cars, alleviating road congestion.
  • Less vehicle use leads to lower emissions, enhancing air quality.
  • Close proximity to essential services fosters stronger social connections and a sense of community.

 

8) Retreat Of The Foreign Ministers Of The Bay Of BIMSTEC:

  • The 2nd Retreat of the Foreign Ministers of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) was held in New Delhi, taking on added significance amid escalating tensions and major developments in Myanmar.
  • External Affairs Minister of India emphasised the need for BIMSTEC to address regional challenges internally, especially in light of recent setbacks faced by Myanmar’s military junta against various Ethnic Armed Organisations (EAOs).

Highlights of the BIMSTEC Foreign Ministers’ Retreat:

  • The meeting underscored the urgency of addressing long-standing goals like capacity building and economic cooperation due to current global and regional challenges.
  • Discussions centred on the impact of the Myanmar crisis on regional stability and developmental projects.

 

9) World Day For International Justice 2024:

  • Every year on 17th July, the World Day for International Justice is observed to promote international criminal justice and honour the fight against impunity for serious crimes affecting the global community.
  • Originated on 17th July 1998, with the adoption of the Rome Statute, establishing the International Criminal Court (ICC).
  • The ICC is not part of the United Nations system and has a separate agreement governing its relationship with the UN.
  • Currently, 124 countries are States Parties to the Rome Statute of the ICC, India is not a party to the Rome Statute/ICC.

 

10)  SDG India Index 2023-24:

  • NITI Aayog recently released the SDG India Index 2023-24, which evaluates India’s progress on the 16 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

SDG India Index 2023-24 Highlights:

  • Overall Score: India’s overall SDG score improved to 71 in 2023-24, up from 66 in 2020-21 and 57 in 2018.
  • Top Performing States: Kerala and Uttarakhand achieved the highest scores of 79 each.
  • Notable advancements in Goals 1 (No Poverty), 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), 13 (Climate Action), and 15 (Life on Land).
  • Fastest Moving States: Uttar Pradesh (increase by 25 points), followed by J&K (21), Uttarakhand (19), Sikkim (18), Haryana (17), Assam, Tripura, and Punjab (16 each), Madhya Pradesh and Odisha (15 each).

 

 

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