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Current Affairs for Competitive Exam – 13 February 2023
Ramesh Bais Appointed as the New Governor of Maharashtra, Takes Over Koshyari
Ramesh Bais Appointed as the New Governor of Maharashtra, Takes Over Koshyari: After Bhagat Singh Koshyari’s resignation, Ramesh Bais was appointed the new governor of Maharashtra. Bhagat Singh Koshyari stepped down after a sour relationship with Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government led by Uddhav Thackeray. Formerly, Ramesh Bais was the governor of Jharkhand. President Droupadi Murmu accepted Bhagat Singh Koshyari’s resignation.
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About Bhagat Singh Koshyari
Indian politician Bhagat Singh Koshyari served as Maharashtra’s 22nd governor from 2019 to 2023. An RSS veteran, Koshyari served as National Vice-President of BJP and the party’s 1st State president for Uttarakhand. From 2001 to 2002, he also held the position of second Chief Minister of Uttarakhand.
He also served as an MLC in the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council and MLA in Uttarakhand Legislative Assembly. He later served as an MP in Rajya Sabha from 2008 to 2014 from Uttarakhand and then the MP in the 16th Lok Sabha from the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar constituency, earning him the distinction of being elected in both houses of the State Legislature and both houses of the National Parliament respectively.
About Ramesh Bais
Ramesh Bais, an Indian politician, is the 23rd governor of Maharashtra at the moment. Bais earlier served as the Governor of Jharkhand from 2021 to 2023 and the Governor of Tripura from 2019 to 2021. He is a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party and has served in various political capacities throughout his career, including as a Union Minister of State for Environment and Forests in the government of Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
As a representative of the Raipur constituency, Bais has been elected seven times to the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Indian Parliament. He served as a member of the 9th Lok Sabha in 1989 and the 11th through 16th Lok Sabhas (1996-2019).
World Radio Day 2023 is observed on 13th Feb
World Radio Day 2023: Every year on February 13, we commemorate World Radio Day to recognise the crucial part that radio plays in our lives and in society. The objective of World Radio Day is to increase public awareness of the value of radio, motivate policymakers to use it to open up access to information, and strengthen global broadcaster cooperation.
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World Radio Day 2023: Theme
The World Radio Day theme for 2023 is “Radio and Peace,” which aims to highlight the value of independent radio in promoting peace and averting violence. The theme for World Radio Day changes each year and is designed to focus attention on specific aspects of the role of radio in society.
World Radio Day: History of the day
The day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2012, and its history can be traced back to the first International Radio Conference in Geneva in 1974. February 13 was chosen as World Radio Day as it was the day of the establishment of the United Nations Radio in 1946.
World Radio Day 2023: Inventor of Radio
Italian physicist and inventor Guglielmo Marconi invented the radio in 1895. He is credited with being the first to develop a practical and successful system of wireless communication, which laid the foundation for the widespread use of radio technology. The radio quickly became one of the most important forms of communication of the 20th century, revolutionizing the way people received and shared information. Radio broadcasting became a vital source of news, entertainment, and educational content, connecting communities and promoting understanding across borders. The radio continues to play a significant role in our lives today, serving as a source of information and entertainment while helping connect people around the world.
Russian Arms Supplies to India Worth $13 bn in past 5 years
Russian Arms Supplies to India Worth $13 bn in past 5 years: Russian state news agencies reported that India received arms worth around $13 billion from Russia in the past five years. Additionally, New Delhi has placed orders with Moscow for more than $10 billion in weaponry and military equipment.
India’s Current Military Order From Moscow:
India accounts for around 20 percent of Moscow’s current order book and is the world’s biggest buyer of Russian arms. Although the Russian invasion of Ukraine has not been explicitly denounced in New Delhi, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged for dialogue and diplomacy to end the conflict.
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India, China: Interest in buying Russian arms:
Dmitry Shugayev, the head of Russia’s Federal Service for Military-Technical Cooperation, told the agencies that India, China and some Southeast Asian countries have continued to have interest in buying Russian arms.
The agency reported that annual arms exports have been about $14-15 billion, with the order book steady at around $50 billion.
Russia’s S-400 Triumf missile defence systems, short-range surface-to-air missiles systems such as the Osa, Pechora or Strela, as well as Su-30 warplanes, MiG-29 helicopters and drones have been of special interest to Asian countries, Shugayev said.
Russia’s Counter to The Western sanctions:
Notably, following Ukraine’s invasion, several Western countries imposed sanctions on Russia, including on arms. Moscow has maintained that it is carrying out a “special military operation”.
The 14th international aerospace exhibition Aero India 2023 in Bengaluru will feature 200 samples of weapons and military equipment, according to the state-run TASS news agency. India is scouting for billions of dollars worth of military planes, completing jetliner deals to meet civilian demand and pressing global aircraft manufacturers to produce more locally at the show this week.
Communications Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurates AMRPTEX 2023
Communications Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurates AMRPTEX 2023: The Minister for Communications, Electronics & Information Technology and Railways, Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated AMRITPEX 2023 – National Philatelic Exhibition on 11 February in New Delhi.
An overview of the news
The 11th to 15th of February, 2023 will see the Mahakumbh of Stamps, which is being held at Hall 5 of Pragati Maidan in New Delhi as part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav celebrations. The themes of the exhibition include Amrit Mahotsav of Independence and New India, women power, youth power, nature and wildlife, and culture and history of India.
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The Minister of State for Communications, Devusinh Chauhan, Secretary, Department of Posts, Vineet Pandey, Director General Postal Services, Alok Sharma were present on the occasion.
Commemorative Postage Stamp
- The Department of Posts also released a commemorative postage stamp on the Amrit Mahotsav of Independence.
- This stamp has been prepared from the best entries of the National Comprehensive Design Competition in which more than 4 lakh students participated.
- The competition was organised on an all India basis in collaboration with the Department of School Education and Ministry of Culture, Government of India.
India Post
- India Post was established on April 1, 1854, and it serves as the country’s main mail service.
- It works under the Ministry of Communications, Government of India.
- India’s postal system is one of the most widely distributed networks in the world.
- India is divided into 23 postal circles headed by the Chief Postmaster.
- Postal Index Number is a 6 digit code of post office introduced on 15 August 1972.
- The Department of Posts has transformed into a digital network for banking, service delivery and social security payment network.
- India Post has become vital to the common people in the fields of services, banking and insurance through a dense network of 1.5 lakh postal branches across the country, especially for rural India.
- It is quite popular in rural India as it is one of the oldest institutes in India in terms of better service.
Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav 2023 begins in Mumbai
Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav 2023 begins in Mumbai: Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari on 11 February inaugurated the Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav- 2023 (RSM) at Azad Maidan, Churchgate in Mumbai.
An overview of the news
The festival has been organised by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India from 11 to 19 February to promote national unity and integrity through cultural exchange.
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Minister of Cultural affairs, Forest and Fisheries, Govt of Maharashtra Sudhir Mungantiwarand Minister of Tourism, Skill Development, Employment, Entrepreneurship, Women and Child development, Govt of Maharashtra Mangal Prabhat Lodha were the guests of honour present for the inaugural function.
The Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav conveys the message of ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’, which signifies that despite the many diversities in language and cultural expressions, India is united and one.
Around 1000 artists will perform during the Mahotsav for the people of Mumbai.
About 350 folk and tribal artistes from across India along with around 300 local folk artistes, some transgender and differently-abled artistes, renowned classical artists as well as renowned star artists will enthral the audience with their enthralling performances. On April 14, a special tourist Babasaheb Ambedkar Circuit train will be inaugurated.
Jean-Eric Vergne wins Hyderabad E-Prix
Jean-Eric Vergne wins Hyderabad E-Prix: The seasoned Jean Eric Vergne of DS Penske automobiles won an action-packed Formula E Prix in Hyderabad on 11 February.
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An overview of the news
- The fourth leg of the Formula E season of the year 2022-23 was held in Hyderabad.
- This is the first Formula E race held in India.
- The Formula E race marked the successful return of top-level motorsport competition to India.
- Vergne faced a tough challenge from Envision Racing’s Nick Cassidy in the 33-lap electrifying race but was able to hold him off in the end.
- The Hyderabad E-Prix was held on the banks of Hussain Sagar Lake and India’s first street circuit built near NTR Garden.
- The winner’s trophy was presented by the Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Anurag Thakur.
- Nick Cassidy (Envision Racing) and Antonio Félix da Costa (TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E Team) finished second and third respectively.
Khelo India Youth Games- 2022: Maharashtra finishes in first position, host Madhya Pradesh 3rd
Khelo India Youth Games- 2022: Maharashtra finishes in first position, host Madhya Pradesh 3rd – The fifth edition of the Khelo India Youth Games culminated on February 11.
An overview of the news
Maharashtra topped the medal tally by winning 161 medals including 56 gold. While Haryana stood second with 128 medals including 41 gold. Host Madhya Pradesh finished third with 96 medals including 39 gold.
5 thousand 812 players from 36 states and union territories participated in these games organised in nine cities. The participation of girls in these games was about 40 percent.
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Khelo India Youth Games
The Games were hosted in Madhya Pradesh from 31 January 2023 to 11 February 2023. For the first time water sports namely Kayaking Canoeing, Canoe Salam and Fencing were part of this edition of Khelo India Games. It was organized in eight different cities of the state.
These eight host cities are Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur, Gwalior, Ujjain, Maheshwar, Mandla and Balaghat.
The 4th Khelo India Youth Games was held at Tau Devi Lal Stadium in Panchkula (Haryana) from June 4 to 13, 2022, while some matches were also played in Chandigarh.
President Draupadi Murmu appoints new governors in 13 states
President Draupadi Murmu appoints new governors in 13 states: 13 new governors were appointedby President Droupadi Murmu, who also accepted Bhagat Singh Koshyari’s resignation as governor of Maharashtra and of Radha Krishnan Mathur as Lt. Governor of Ladakh on 12 February.
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The fresh appointments
- Lt. General Kaiwalya Trivikram Parnaik, (Retired) Governor of Arunachal Pradesh
- Lakshman Prasad Acharya, Governor of Sikkim
- C P Radhakrishnan, Governor of Jharkhand
- Shiv Pratap Shukla, Governor of Himachal Pradesh
- S. Abdul Nazeer, Governor of Andhra Pradesh
- Gulab Chand Kataria, Governor of Assam
- Change of states of some current governors
- Justice (Retd) Biswa Bhusan Harichandan, Governor of Andhra Pradesh appointed as Governor of Chhattisgarh.
- Anusuiya Uikye, Governor of Chhattisgarh appointed as Governor of Manipur.
- La. Ganesan, Governor of Manipur appointed as Governor of Nagaland.
- Phagu Chauhan, Governor of Bihar appointed as Governor of Meghalaya.
- Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, Governor of Himachal Pradesh appointed as Governor of Bihar.
- Ramesh Bais, Governor of Jharkhand appointed as Governor of Maharashtra.
- Brig (Dr) B D Mishra (Retd), Governor of Arunachal Pradesh appointed as Lt. Governor of Ladakh.
How are Governors appointed?
In accordance with Article 153 of the Constitution,“There shall be a Governor for each State.” According to Article 155 “the Governor of a State shall be appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal”.
Under Article 156, “the Governor shall hold office during the pleasure of the President”, but his term shall be five years. Articles 157 and 158 lay down the qualifications and terms of office of the Governor.
The Governor must be a citizen of India and must have completed 35 years of age. The Governor should not be a Member of Parliament or State Legislature, and should not hold any other office of profit.
The position of Governor is envisaged as a political head who has to act on the advice of the Council of Ministers of the State.
Related Constitutional Articles
- Article 153- Governors of states
- Article 154- Executive power of state
- Article 155- Appointment of Governor
- Article 156- Term of office of Governor
- Article 157- Qualifications for appointment as Governor
- Article 158- Conditions of Governor’s office
- Article 159- Oath or affirmation by the Governor
- Article 160- Discharge of the functions of the Governor in certain contingencies
- Article 161- Power of the Governor to grant pardons and others
- Article 162- Extent of executive power of state
- Article 163- Council of ministers to aid and advise the Governor
Prime Minister Modi Inaugurated Arabic Academy in Mumbai
Prime Minister Modi Inaugurated Arabic Academy in Mumbai: In Mumbai, the Dawoodi Bohra Community’s Arabic Academy, known as Aljamea-tus-Saifiyah, was opened by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Prime minister was accompanied by His Holiness Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin, the 53rd al-Dai al-Mutlaq, head of the global Dawoodi Bohra community and Rector of Jamea, Eknath Sindhe, Chief Minister of Maharashtra and deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
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Jamea is considered to be the principal educational institute of the Dawoodi Bohars and looks to impart religious as well as other branches of knowledge. Prime Minister Narendra Modi noted that Dawoodi Bohra has ensured that they adapted to change and technology for development and progress. The University was a dream of many decades and it is a contribution to learning in Amrit Kaal as the government looks to have a medical college in each district and has achieved to have a university and two colleges opening every week in India.
PM Modi also noted that it was important to have the pride place education system back in India, calling ancient India a place of learning with universities like Nalanda and Taxila. The prime minister urged for a future built on “Vikas,” or development, and “Virasat,” or heritage, as well as on contemporary infrastructure and social investment. The PM shared cordial relations with the Dawoodi Bohra community and spoke fondly of his association with the Spiritual leaders over the years and how the community has worked for the progress of India. A documentary showed his association with the community leaders and his attending the Ashura event in Indore as PM and his meeting with them as a chief minister.
Alibaba exits India’s Paytm, selling shares for $167 million
Alibaba exits India’s Paytm, selling shares for $167 million: China’s Alibaba Group has sold its remaining stake in Indian digital payments firm Paytm for about 13.78 billion rupees ($167.14 million) through a block deal, stock exchange data showed.
More About The Alibaba Exit:
The exit comes days after Paytm posted its first-ever quarterly operating profit as a listed firm, nine months ahead of its own target. Alibaba.com According to NSE stock exchange records, Singapore E-Commerce Pvt Ltd sold 21.4 million Paytm shares for 642.74 rupees apiece, a 9% discount from Thursday’s closing price. Paytm’s stock tumbled nearly 8% to close at 650.55 rupees, but it is still up nearly 23% so far this year. It was not immediately clear why Alibaba sold the stake.
In January, Alibaba sold a 3.1% stake in the company through a block deal worth $125 million. Before that, the Chinese firm had a 6.26% stake in Paytm.
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Morgan Stanley’s Fresh Investment in Paytm:
The data revealed that on Friday, Morgan Stanley Asia (Singapore) Pte purchased 5.42 million Paytm shares for 640 rupees. Paytm, which is also backed by China’s Ant Group and Japan’s SoftBank Group Corp 9984.T, has been under pressure to turn profitable ever since its dismal listing in November 2021.
The stock has declined around 70% since listing, and tumbled 60% in 2022. Macquarie Research double-upgraded the stock to “outperform” from “underperform”, and bumped up the price target by around 80% to 800 rupees.
