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Current Affairs for Competitive Exam – 10 March 2023
US hands over NISAR satellite to ISRO
US hands over NISAR satellite to ISRO: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has received the NASA-ISRO SAR (NISAR) satellite from the U.S. space agency. A US Air Force C-17 aircraft carrying the NASA-ISRO synthetic aperture radar (NISAR) has landed in Bengaluru.
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About NISAR:-
- NISAR was envisioned by NASA and ISRO eight years ago in 2014 as a powerful demonstration of the capability of radar as a science tool and help us study Earth’s dynamic land and ice surfaces in greater detail than ever before.
- NISAR is a Low Earth Orbit observatory jointly developed by NASA and ISRO.
- NISAR carries L and S dual-band Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), which operates with the Sweep SAR technique to achieve large swaths with high-resolution data. The SAR payloads mounted on Integrated Radar Instrument Structure (IRIS) and the spacecraft bus are together called an observatory.
- NISAR will be used by ISRO for a variety of purposes including agricultural mapping, and landslide-prone areas.
- NISAR will provide a wealth of data and information about the Earth’s surface changes, natural hazards, and ecosystem disturbances, helping to advance our understanding of Earth system processes and climate change.
- The mission will provide critical information to help manage natural disasters such as earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions, enabling faster response times and better risk assessments.
- NISAR data will be used to improve agriculture monitoring and management, such as monitoring of oil spills, urbanization, and deforestation.
- NISAR will help to monitor and understand the impacts of climate change on the Earth’s land surface, including melting glaciers, sea-level rise, and changes in carbon storage.
The satellite is expected to be launched in 2024 from Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Andhra Pradesh, into a near-polar orbit. The satellite will operate for a minimum of three years. It is a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) observatory. NISAR will map the entire globe in 12 days.
International Day of Women Judges is observed on March 10
International Day of Women Judges 2023: The International Day of Women Judges, which is celebrated every year on March 10, honours all female judges who have taken the lead in the fight against social injustice. The history and significance of the day are examined below. Not just women judges in international legal institutions should be honoured on this significant day. It serves as a day of symbolism for the fight for gender equality, equal access to opportunities, and the elimination of gender-based discrimination, which persists in all spheres of society.
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This International Day of Women Judges is being observed with the campaign “Women in Justice, Women for Justice” to encourage the full and equal participation of women at all levels of the judicial system, to celebrate the accomplishments thus far, and to increase awareness of the challenges that still lie ahead.
International Day of Women Judges: History
The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) voted to observe an international day for female judges as a way to recognise the contributions made by female judges around the world to justice, equality, and fairness in society. The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) hosted an international conference from February 24–27, 2020, in Doha, Qatar, which is to blame for this development.
The Institute for African Women in Law (IAWL) emphasised the necessity for judiciaries to promote and establish a culture of respect and the enforcement of women’s rights throughout the conference. It was also noted how women in the legal field, particularly female judges, experience sexual harassment and bullying.
The UNGA enacted resolution 75/274 on April 28, 2021, designating March 10 as International Day of Women Judges. On March 10, 2022, the International Day of Women Judges was celebrated for the first time.
54th CISF Raising Day observed on March 10 across the country
Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) Raising Day: Every year on March 10, the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) Raising Day is observed to mark the CISF’s founding in 1969. The Ministry of Home Affairs’ top-tier central armed police force, the CISF, is in charge of providing security protection for several public sector organisations, airports, seaports, power plants, and other significant infrastructure projects across the nation. This year, the 54th CISF Raising Day celebrated to appreciate the efforts and contributions of Central Industrial Security Force.
The CISF Raising Day festivities honour the contributions made by CISF members with a procession, demonstrations of specialised strikes, and displays of martial arts. On this occasion, honourable CISF members are also given medals for their outstanding service.
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CISF Raising Day: Significance
Some of the nation’s most important and delicate installations are under the CISF’s protection. To maintain the nation’s security, it is crucial to protect the nation’s infrastructure and critical assets. The CISF Rising Day celebrates the courage and commitment of the force in carrying out its missions, frequently under trying conditions.
CISF Raising Day: History
The CISF was established on March 10, 1969, under an Act of Parliament with a few battalions. The force has expanded in number and power over time, becoming a multifunctional security force with specialised knowledge and instruction. Initially, it was required to have a staff of at least 3,000 people. It wasn’t an army until much later. On June 15, 1983, a different act of Parliament was approved that enabled this to occur. To emphasise the force’s rising significance in preserving national security, the government increased its sanctioned personnel strength in 2017 from 145,000 to 180,000.
The CISF is renowned for its remarkable skills in managing difficult situations, such as hostage crises, terrorist assaults, hijackings, and bomb threats. Modern security tools, specialised vehicles, and cutting-edge weapons are all available to the force. Also, the CISF includes a canine team that is specifically trained to find explosives and other illegal materials.
Xi Jinping starts third term as China’s president
Xi Jinping starts third term as China’s president: Xi Jinping began an unprecedented third term as China’s president after he was endorsed by a unanimous vote from the 2,977-member National People’s Congress (NPC). Xi will head a hand-picked party and government team tasked with steering the world’s second-largest economy through challenges at home and abroad over the next five years.
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Oath of the President and head of military:
After the voting, Xi took a constitutional oath, as both the country’s president and head of its military – a symbolic move to show the significance of the constitution after it was revised five years ago to scrap the presidential term limit, add Xi’s political theory and emphasise the party’s leadership of China.
The NPC also appointed former executive vice premier Han Zheng, who returns to Xi’s side as vice-president, making him the second Communist Party member without a rank to take the job since 1998 after Wang Qishan. Han got 2,952 votes.
A critical moment for China and Xi Jinping:
Analysts say it will be a critical period for both Xi and China as he needs to put the country back on an economic growth path to convince the world that China’s unique governance and development model works and that his ambitious political legacy is within reach amid intensified rivalry with the US, the potential for conflict over Taiwan and concerns about the economic impact of China’s rapidly ageing population.
Xi’s trusted allies will be appointed to key government roles in the remaining two days of the annual parliamentary session.
Chinese political elite’s unequivocal loyalty:
As was the case five years ago – when Xi’s previous term was also approved unanimously – the vote by the largely ceremonial legislature was more of a political gesture showing the Chinese political elite’s unequivocal loyalty and deference.
The display gives Xi a strong mandate for the next five years as the country’s most powerful leader in decades.
World Kidney Day 2023 observed on 9th March
World Kidney Day 2023: On the second Thursday in March each year, the world observes World Kidney Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about kidney health. On March 9, 2023, it will be remembered this year. The International Society of Nephrology (ISN) and the International Federation of Kidney Foundations-World Kidney Alliance are working together on it (IFKF-WKA). The day has been marked annually since 2006 and is significant since it promotes everyone’s renal health.
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World Kidney Day 2023: Theme
“Kidney Health for Everyone – Preparing for the Unexpected, Supporting the Vulnerable” is the theme for World Kidney Day in 2023. The 2023 campaign will focus on raising awareness about disastrous events, natural or man-made, international or local, and their impact on people living with kidney disease whose access to appropriate diagnostic services, treatment, and care is hindered.
World Kidney Day 2023: Significance
People all throughout the world are concerned about kidney disease as a severe public health issue. It claims millions of lives each year and brings attention to the impact renal disease has on the world. In order to avoid repercussions like kidney failure, which can be fatal, it also tries to encourage the early detection and treatment of renal sickness.
This day is dedicated to a number of events, including health screenings, educational programmes, and fundraising activities. In order to improve kidney health and prevent renal illness, it gives healthcare professionals, patient organisations, and individuals the chance to collaborate.
World Kidney Day: History
The International Society of Nephrology (ISN) and the International Federation of Kidney Foundations – World Kidney Alliance (IFKF-WKA) collaborated to address the health problem associated with kidneys globally. Each year since 2006, the day promotes excellent kidney health for everybody.
Important takeaways for all competitive exams:
- International Federation of Kidney Foundations Headquarters: New York, U.S;
- International Federation of Kidney Foundations Chief Executive Officer: Kevin Longino;
- International Federation of Kidney Foundations Chair: Anthony Tuggle;
- International Federation of Kidney Foundations President: Paul Palevsky.
Indian Navy gets first-ever privately made indigenized fuze of Anti-Submarine Warfare rocket
Indian Navy gets first-ever privately made indigenized fuze of Anti-Submarine Warfare rocket: In what is being seen as a major success for the “Make in India” initiative in defence sector, the Indian Navy has received a fully indigenised fuze for an anti-submarine warfare (ASW) underwater rocket, manufactured for the first time by a private Indian industry. This would be the first time the Indian Navy has placed a supply order for underwater ammunition fuzes with an Indian private sector industry.
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Significance of the procurement:
This marks the first time that the Indian Navy has procured an underwater ammunition fuze from an Indian private manufacturer. It is a major boost for the self-reliance of the Indian defence sector. The use of simulated dynamic trial facilities during the development and manufacturing process is also a noteworthy achievement.
What is a Fuze:
It is part of the weapon or ammunition that initiates its function. In torpedoes, the function is to explode. Fuze may have electronic or mechanical parts. There are different types of fuze namely artillery fuze, hand grenade fuze, aerial bomb fuze, landmine fuze, naval mine fuze, etc. Apart from this, there are time fuze, impact fuze, proximity fuze, barometric fuze, combination fuze, etc.
Initiation of the YDB-60:
The demand for grants to obtain the YDB-60 fuze was placed in the Standing Committee on Defence 2014-15. The demand was placed for both Medium Range Chaff Rocket and also for the RGB-60, the anti-submarine rocket. RGB-60 has received its fuze.
What is RGB-60 (Rocket Guided Bomb model 60):
It is a rocket used to hit submarines. It is 212 mm in diameter and 1830 mm in length. The range of RGB-60 is 300m to 5,500m. It operates with a two-stage motor. It is charged with Torpex. Torpex is a mixture of RDX, aluminium, and TNT. Torpex is mainly used in underwater firings.
Amir Tamim appoints Sheikh Mohammed as Qatar’s new prime minister
Sheikh Mohammed as Qatar’s new prime minister: Qatar’s Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has appointed Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani as the country’s new prime minister. The decision to appoint Sheikh Mohammed, who was the deputy prime minister, came after the amir accepted the resignation of former Prime Minister Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz Al Thani. Sheikh Khalid was appointed as Qatar’s prime minister and minister of interior in January 2020.
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Gulf Qatar’s ruling emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, made the appointment. In Gulf Arab countries, the appointments of higher offices will be held by members of the ruling family. Sheikh Mohammed has served as foreign minister since 2016.
Recently qatar in news:
Qatar Lifts Ban On Frozen Seafood From India
Qatar Signed World’s ‘Longest’ Gas Supply Deal With China
About Qatar:
- Capital – Doha
- Currency – Qatari riyal
- Emir of Qatar – Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani
Attukal Pongala celebrated with pomp by women in Kerala
Attukal Pongala celebrated with pomp by women in Kerala: Thousands of women devotees gathered at the Attukal Bhagavathy temple on March 7 for Attukal Pongala, the ninth day of the annual 10-day women-centric festival. 300 priests have been appointed for the sanctification ceremony at 2.30 pm and the city of Thiruvananthapuram is in a very festive mood.
More About The Attukal Pongala:
The day started at 10.30 am when thousands of women across Thiruvananthapuram lit their hearths with the fire of the ‘Pandara Aduppu’ at the Attukal Bhagavathy temple. This traditional gesture signifies the beginning of the annual Attukal Pongala ritual.
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About Attukal Pongala:
- Attukal Pongala is said to be one of the largest gatherings of women in the world where we see women get together to celebrate the Goddess in the Attukal Bhagavathy temple.
- Women set up brick hearths along the roads, across the city, and around the temple and prepare pongala (like kheer/ payasam — a mixture of rice, jaggery, scrapped coconut, cardamom) in metal or earthen pots on the hearth.
- Pongala is a ten-day- long festival of Attukal Bhagavathy Temple.
- The festival commences with the musical rendering of the story of the Goddess (Kannaki Charitam) during the “Kappu Kettu ceremony”.
- The story invokes the presence of Kodungallur Bhagavathy and the slaying of the Pandyan King. This festival commemorates the victory of Good over Evil, by the slaying of Pandyan King.
- The event of the Goddess annihilating the Pandyan King is accompanied by much sound and fury of the temple drums and “Vaykurava” by devotees, immediately followed by the lighting of the hearths for the preparation of the offering for the Goddess.
Attukal Bhagavathy temple:
- This temple is dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy.
- Also known as “the Sabarimala of Women”, this temple attracts the biggest set of women devotees for the annual Attukal Pongala festival.
- Attukal Devi temple and its main festival Attukal Pongala reached Guinness Book of World Records of largest annual gathering of women, when 1.5 million (15 Lakhs) women offered pongala on February 23, 1997 and on March 10, 2009, when over 2.5 million people took part in it.
- The temple is built with elements of Kerala architectural style and Tamil architectural style as well.
- Tha main building also comprises Goddess Kali, Goddess Parvathy, Lord Shiva, Goddess Sri Rajarajeswari and several others.
ISRO carries out controlled re-entry experiment of decommissioned satellite
ISRO carries out controlled re-entry experiment of decommissioned satellite : The Indian Space Research Organisation said it successfully carried out an “extremely challenging” controlled re-entry experiment of the decommissioned orbiting Megha-Tropiques-1 (MT-1) satellite on Tuesday.
“The satellite re-entered the Earth’s atmosphere and would have disintegrated over the Pacific Ocean”, the Bengaluru-headquartered national space agency said on Twitter.
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The final impact region estimated is in the deep Pacific Ocean within the expected latitude and longitude boundaries. The low Earth satellite was launched on October 12, 2011. It is a joint satellite venture of ISRO and the French space agency, CNES for tropical weather and climate studies.
Sebi puts restrictions on cos opting share buyback via stock exchange route
Sebi puts restrictions on cos opting share buyback via stock exchange route : Capital markets regulator Sebi on Wednesday imposed restrictions on the placement of bids, price and volume for the companies undertaking share buyback through the stock exchange route.
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Under the restrictions, a company will not be able to purchase more than 25 per cent of the average daily trading volume (in value) of its shares in the 10 trading days preceding the day in which such purchases are made, Sebi said in a circular.
A company will not be able to purchase more than 25% of the average daily trading volume of its shares in the 10 trading days preceding the day in which such purchases are made. The company will not place bids in the first 30 minutes and the last 30 minutes of the regular trading session.
Bollywood actor, director Satish Kaushik passes away
Bollywood actor, director Satish Kaushik passes away: Actor and filmmaker Satish Kaushik passed away in Gurugram at the age of 66 on Wednesday. His friend and colleague Anupam Kher confirmed the news of his death to indianexpress.com. Satish Kaushik died after suffering a heart attack in the NCR. Kaushik was visiting his friend in Gurugram when his health deteriorated and he asked his driver to take him to hospital. However, he suffered a heart attack in the car and could not be saved.
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Kaushik was an alumnus of the National School of Drama (NSD) and the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII). He was known for his iconic roles in Mr. India, Tere Naam, Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja, Deewana Mastana, Brick Lane, Saajan Chale Sasural among others. Kaushik is fondly remembered for penning the dialogues for the 1983 cult classic “Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron”.
