24 July 2023 Current Affairs – The Day’s Top News | GKSERIES
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Current Affairs for Competitive Exam – 24 July 2023
Nai Manzil Scheme
Nai Manzil Scheme, a Central Sector Scheme (CSS), was launched on 8 August 2015 with 50% funding from the World Bank.
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It primarily targets minority youth who do not have a formal school-leaving certificate, such as school dropouts or those educated in community institutions such as madrassas.
Nai Manzil Scheme offers a combination of skill development training along with formal education up to class VIII or X. This comprehensive approach enables the beneficiaries to find better employment opportunities and better livelihood.
The initial target of the scheme was to benefit 1,00,000 beneficiaries, and the ministry allocated 99,980 slots for the purpose. So far 98,712 beneficiaries have been successfully trained under the scheme.
The government has implemented various schemes for the welfare and upliftment of all sections of the society including minorities, with special focus on the economically weaker and less privileged persons. These schemes are run by several ministries like Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Textiles, Culture, Women and Child Development and Rural Development.
The Ministry of Minority Affairs implements schemes exclusively for the empowerment of six centrally notified minority communities across the country. The objective of these schemes is to raise their socio-economic and educational status.
5th Helicopter and Small Aircraft Summit
The 5th Helicopter and Small Aircraft Summit will be held on 25 July 2023 at Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh.
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The event is jointly organised by the Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of Madhya Pradesh, Pawan Hans Limited and Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI).
The summit will be inaugurated by Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh and Shri Jyotiraditya M.Scindia, Union Minister of Civil Aviation and Steel.
The objective of the event is to foster collaboration between industry stakeholders and policy makers, so that effective decisions can be taken that will further boost India’s civil aviation industry.
Theme:
The theme of the summit is “Reaching the last mile: Regional connectivity through helicopters and small aircraft”.
Objective:
The objective of the summit is to provide a platform to industry stakeholders and policy makers to discuss the development of the Indian helicopter and small aircraft industry.
One of the major objectives is to increase the coverage of UDAN schemes in remote and hilly areas with a focus on expanding rural-to-urban connectivity.
The event also aims to improve helicopter and small aircraft connectivity to existing and potential tourism hotspots and ensure seamless services.
Roles of helicopters and small aircraft:
Helicopters and small aircraft play a vital role in India’s transport ecosystem, providing better access to remote areas and supporting tourism, emergency medical services and disaster management.
Advantages of small planes:
Small aircraft provide efficient transportation options for business and leisure travellers, promoting regional air connectivity and encouraging the exploration of lesser-known destinations.
About Madhya Pradesh
- It is the second largest state of India by area after Rajasthan.
- Governor -Mangubhai Patel
- Chief Minister -Shivraj Singh Chouhan
- Capital – Bhopal
Indian Navy launches second edition of ‘G20 THINQ’ quiz
The Indian Navy, in association with the Navy Welfare and Wellness Association (NWWA) and the G20 Secretariat, launched the second edition of “G20 THINQ”. The initiative aims to bring together young individuals from different walks of life and geographies, fostering lasting friendship with the spirit of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ – The World is One Family.
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“G20 THINQ” is a national and international quiz competition designed for students studying in classes IX to XII and their counterparts.
More than 10,000 schools from across the country will participate in the national round. Sixteen schools will qualify for the semi-finals to be held in Mumbai on 16 November 2023. The top eight teams will compete in the National Championship Finals on 18 November 2023 at the iconic Gateway of India.
The Indian team in the International round will consist of two main quizzers and one standby member, who will be selected by an eminent jury. Additionally, all the sixteen semi-finalist teams will have an opportunity to visit the Naval Dockyard and interact with naval personnel onboard ships and submarines.
The quiz will be conducted in English and international standards will be followed. After a rigorous selection process, eleven international teams along with the Indian team will be selected to compete in the international finals to be held at the iconic India Gate on 22nd November 2023.
The primary objective of G20 THINQ is to enlighten the brightest young minds about the Indian Navy, which is considered to be the leader of the future.Through this quiz competition, the participants will showcase their knowledge and intelligence, thereby instilling in them a sense of patriotism and national pride.
Current Navy Chief Admiral R.K. Hari Kumar, who is taking over as the 25th Chief of the Naval Staff.
Rajasthan Assembly passed the ‘Rajasthan Minimum Guaranteed Income Bill, 2023’
The Rajasthan Assembly passed the ‘Rajasthan Minimum Guaranteed Income Bill, 2023’, which aims to guarantee wages or pension to every adult in the state.
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The bill provides guaranteed employment of 125 days per year and a minimum monthly pension of Rs 1,000 to all households, including in urban and rural areas.
Both urban and rural households, regardless of their background, would benefit from employment guarantee and pension provisions.
There will be an annual automatic increase of 15 per cent in the minimum pension amount due to inflation and cost of living.
The bill is considered historic and matchless, as it addresses poverty and enhances social security measures for the state’s population.
The beneficiaries of the bill will also get additional benefits like free medical treatment, accident insurance, free electricity and subsidised gas cylinders, which will further improve their financial condition.
About Rajasthan
It is bordered by five other Indian states: Punjab to the north; Haryana and Uttar Pradesh in the northeast; Madhya Pradesh in the southeast; and Gujarat in the southwest.
Rajasthan is also home to three national tiger reserves, Ranthambore National Park in Sawai Madhopur, Sariska Tiger Reserve in Alwar and Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve in Kota.
The state was formed on 30 March 1949 when Rajputana was merged with the Dominion of India.
- Capital- Jaipur
- District -33 (7 Circle)
- Governor – Kalraj Mishra
- Chief Minister – Ashok Gehlot (INC)
- State Legislature – Unicameral
- Legislative Assembly -Rajasthan Legislative Assembly (200 seats)
- Rajya Sabha – 10 seats
- Lok Sabha – 25 seats
Admiral Lisa Franchetti becomes the first woman to lead the US Navy
US President Joe Biden has nominated Admiral Lisa Franchetti to lead the US Navy.
If confirmed by the Senate, Admiral Franchetti would become the first female member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
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Currently serving as the 42nd Deputy Chief of Naval Operations from September 2022.
Previous roles include director of strategy, plans, and policies of the Joint Staff (2020–2022) and commander of the United States Sixth Fleet (2018–2020).
Made history as the second woman to be promoted to the rank of four-star admiral in the US Navy.
Education: Earned a Bachelor of Science degree with developmental honours in journalism and history from Northwestern University.
Further Education: Master’s degree in Organisational Management from the University of Phoenix.
Awards and Recognition: Received numerous awards, including the Defense Vishisht Seva Medal, Defense Superior Service Medal (two awards), Vishisht Seva Medal, Legion of Merit (five awards), Meritorious Service Medal (five awards), Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (four awards), and Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (two awards).
Logistics Data Bank Project meeting conducted
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) held a Logistics Data Bank Project meeting.
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Agenda: To review the measures taken by Port Authorities to improve port performance
Highlights:
The significance of adopting a holistic approach to improving the productivity of ports in order to achieve the USD 2.5 trillion EXIM target by 2030
Development of infrastructure on PM GatiShakti principles for adequate last and first-mile connectivity.
Finance Minister inaugurates GST Bhawan at Agartala, Tripura
Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs, Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated the ‘GST Bhawan’ at Agartala, Tripura.
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It is a project for CGST, CX and Customs Office, Agartala, Guwahati Zone under the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC).
The project sits at Mantri Bari Road, Agartala, and has quick and easy access to all the taxpayers.
The inauguration of project in Amrit Kaal during the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav showcases the strength of New India.
Rajasthan Assembly passes Minimum Guaranteed Income Bill
The Rajasthan Assembly passed The Rajasthan Minimum Guaranteed Income Bill, 2023.
Aim: To cover adult population of the state with a guarantee of wages or pension.
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All families of the state, whether urban or rural, will be able to get an employment guarantee of 125 days every year and also get a minimum pension of Rs 1,000 per month in case of aged/disabled/single women, etc.
The pension will also be automatically increased at the rate of 15% each year.
Stuart Broad becomes second pace bowler to take 600 wickets in Test cricket
England cricketer, Stuart Broad has become the second pace bowler to take 600 wickets in Test cricket.
He reached the mark by removing Australia’s Travis Head on day one of the fourth Ashes Test at Old Trafford.
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England team-mate James Anderson is the only other quick bowler to achieve the feat.
Broad is fifth on the all-time list and Anderson third, with spinners Muttiah Muralitharan, Shane Warne and Anil Kumble completing the top five.
Italy honours Indian troops’ contribution during second World War
Italy has unveiled the memorial named VC Yeshwant Ghadge Sundial Memorial at Montone Italy.
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Reason: To pay tribute to the Indian troops who fought in the Italian Campaign during the Second World War (1939-1945) and also honour Naik Yeshwant Ghadge, Victoria Cross, who was killed in action fighting on the heights of Upper Tiber Valley.
The memorial is in the form of a live sundial.
Motto: Omines Sub Eodem Sole (Translates to ‘We all live under the same sun’)
India hands over missile corvette INS Kirpan to Vietnam
India has gifted its in-service missile corvette INS Kirpan to Vietnam to robust the strategic partnership between the two nations, especially in the maritime domain.
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The frontline warship was handed over to Vietnam, during an official visit of Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar.
It is for the first time that India gifted a fully operational corvette to any friendly foreign country.
INS Kirpan was an indigenously built Khukri-class missile corvette, commissioned in 1991.
Justice Alok Aradhe took oath as Chief Justice of Telangana High Court in Hyderabad
On July 23, Justice Alok Aradhe took his oath as Chief Justice of the Telangana High Court in a ceremony conducted at Hyderabad’s Raj Bhavan.
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What’s in News?
On July 23, Justice Alok Aradhe was sworn in as Chief Justice of Telangana High Court by Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan at Raj Bhavan in Hyderabad.
Justice Alok Aradhe succeeded Justice Ujjal Bhuyan, who was elevated as the judge of the Supreme Court.
Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao, and some of his cabinet colleagues were present at the searing-in ceremony of Justice Alok Aradhe including K Kesava Rao and Nama Nageswara Rao. The occasion was attended by TPCC President A Revanth Reddy, public representatives, bureaucrats, and other significant members of the judiciary.
Justice Alok Aradhe:
Alok Aradhe, born on 13 April 1964, is an Indian Judge. He was born at Raipur, the then Madhya Pradesh. He has done B.Sc. and L.L.B.
Career:
Justice Alok Aradhe began his practice in Jabalpur from 1988, where he dealt with civil, constitutional, arbitration and company matters. He was appointed additional judge of the Madhya Pradesh High Court on December 2009. Later, he was appointed as permanent judge in February 2011. Justice Aradhe was transferred to the Karnataka High Court on November 17, 2018. He is a Supreme Court justice till 2026.
Naveen Patnaik Becomes 2nd Longest-Serving CM in Indian History
Naveen Patnaik of Odisha has become the second longest serving chief minister of a state in India with a tenure of 23 years and 139 days on Sunday, surpassing the record of former West Bengal chief minister Jyoti Basu. Patnaik, Odisha’s five-time Chief Minister, began office on March 5, 2000, and has remained in office for the past 23 years and 139 days.
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Past Records:
Patnaik is now second only to Pawan Kumar Chamling of Sikkim, who holds the enviable record of helming a state for the longest time of 24 years and 166 days between December 1994 and May 2019. Basu left office in 2000 after ruling the eastern state for over 23 continuous years, while Chamling lost the assembly polls in May 2019 in the Himalayan state.
Career of Naveen Patnaik
The 76-year-old Patnaik was in 1997 dismissed as a novice by detractors and well-wishers alike after the death of his father and former chief minister Biju Patnaik. Patnaik would become the country’s longest serving chief minister if the Biju Janata Dal returns to power in the assembly elections next year. He formed a new party on 26 December 1997 in the name of his father as a breakaway faction from Janta Dal. Patnaik also served as Union Minister of Steel and Mines from 1998 to 2000, and he was a member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) from Aska from 1997 to 2000.
List of the longest-serving chief ministers in India
| Rank | Name | State | Tenure |
| 1 | Pawan Kumar Chamling | Sikkim | 24 years, 205 days (12 December 1994 – 27 May 2019) |
| 2 | Naveen Patnaik | Odisha | 23 years, 139 days (5 March 2000 – Present) |
| 3 | Jyoti Basu | West Bengal | 23 years, 137 days (21 June 1977 – 6 December 2000) |
| 4 | Gegong Apang | Arunachal Pradesh | 19 years, 14 days (16 February 1980 – 14 March 1999) |
| 5 | Lal Thanhawla | Mizoram | 18 years, 269 days (18 December 1984 – 28 December 2003) |
World Drowning Prevention Day 2023: Date, Significance and History
Every year on July 25, World Drowning Prevention Day is observed with the goal of raising awareness about the terrible and long-term impacts of drowning on families and communities, as well as teaching people about critical measures to prevent such tragedies. Approximately 236,000 individuals lose their lives to drowning annually, with children between the ages of five and 14 being more susceptible to this tragedy. Research indicates that youngsters and teenagers living in rural areas are at a higher risk of drowning compared to their urban counterparts.
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Significance of World Drowning Prevention Day 2023
World Drowning Prevention Day holds immense significance as it serves as a global observance dedicated to raising awareness about the critical issue of drowning and its devastating impact on individuals, families, and communities worldwide. The day aims to mobilise efforts to prevent drowning events and save lives by focusing attention on this preventable source of death and disability.
Some of the key reasons why World Drowning Prevention Day is significant are:
- Saving Lives: Drowning is a major cause of death, particularly among children and youth. By highlighting the importance of water safety and drowning prevention measures, the day plays a crucial role in saving lives and preventing needless tragedies.
- Raising Awareness: Many individuals are ignorant of the scope of the drowning problem and the dangers it poses. World Drowning Prevention Day helps to spread awareness about the global impact of drowning and the importance of taking preventive actions.
- Targeting Vulnerable Populations: The day sheds light on the fact that certain populations, such as children, rural communities, and low- and middle-income countries, are more susceptible to drowning incidents. It emphasizes the need for targeted interventions to protect these vulnerable groups.
- Advocacy for Prevention Measures: This observance brings together many organisations, governments, and communities to push for effective drowning prevention techniques such as teaching swimming skills, water safety education, proper supervision, and better flood risk management.
- Policy and Program Initiatives: World Drowning Prevention Day prompts governments and organizations to evaluate existing policies and programs related to water safety and drowning prevention. It encourages the implementation of evidence-based measures to reduce drowning incidents.
- International Cooperation: The day fosters international cooperation and collaboration to address drowning prevention on a global scale. It encourages countries to share best practises and resources in order to address this common problem.
- Empowering Communities: By promoting water safety education and rescue skills, the day empowers individuals and communities to take proactive measures in preventing drowning incidents and responding effectively in emergencies.
In conclusion, World Drowning Prevention Day serves as a critical platform to unite people, organizations, and governments worldwide in the fight against drowning. By recognizing the significance of this day and implementing preventive measures, we can work towards reducing the number of drowning incidents and ensuring safer water environments for all.
History of World Drowning Prevention Day
World Drowning Prevention Day was established in April 2021 by United Nations General Assembly Resolution A/RES/75/273, with the goal of addressing global drowning prevention. Drowning, a form of suffocation resulting from the mouth and nose being submerged in water, often occurs in isolation or situations where others are unaware or unable to assist the victim.
To combat this issue, the World Health Organization (WHO) has emphasized the importance of creating safe spaces away from water for children, teaching them how to swim, and enhancing flood risk management to reduce drowning deaths.
According to the WHO, drowning claims the lives of at least 236,000 people each year, ranking among the top 10 leading causes of death for individuals aged one to 24. The majority of drowning fatalities in low- and middle-income countries occur in wells, domestic water storage containers, rivers, and lakes, with rural children and adolescents being disproportionately affected.
The United Nations has proposed several preventative measures, such as establishing secure locations away from water sources for preschool children with capable childcare, including creches. Other prevention strategies encompass teaching swimming and water safety, training bystanders in safe rescue techniques, installing barriers to control water access, providing instruction on safe rescue and resuscitation techniques, and implementing and enforcing regulations for safe boating, shipping, and ferry movement.
Aaykar Diwas Or Income Tax Day 2023: Date, Significance and History
Every year on July 24, the Income Tax Department honours Income Tax Day or ‘Aaykar Diwas’ to celebrate the beginning of income taxation in the country. On the same day in the year 1860, Income tax was originally introduced in India by Sir James Wilson, to compensate for the losses incurred during the first war of independence. This is the 163rd anniversary of Income Tax Day.
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On Income Tax Day, the CBDT organizes various events and activities to raise awareness about income tax and its importance. These events include seminars, workshops, and outreach programs. On Income Tax Day, the CBDT also issues a commemorative postage stamp. Income Tax Day is a significant day for both the Indian government and taxpayers. It is a day to celebrate the importance of income tax and to reaffirm our commitment to paying our taxes honestly and on time.
Income Tax Day celebrations
In the week preceding the occasion, several activities are undertaken by regional offices of the tax department. Outreach programmes are held across the country to promote tax payment as a value norm, and to sensitise potential taxpayers that paying taxes is an ethical duty of the citizens.
History of Income Tax Day
Sir James Wilson imposed the first income tax in India on July 24, 1860. Wilson did this to make up for the British regime’s losses during the first struggle of independence in 1857.‘Aaykar Diwas’ was celebrated for the first time on July 24, 2010, to mark 150 years of income tax in India.
“Since income tax was first levied as a duty in the year 1860 and the authority to levy that duty came into force on July 24 of that year, it is proposed to celebrate this day as Income Tax Investiture Day,” a finance ministry official said in July 2010.
Income Tax department
Headquartered in New Delhi, the Income Tax department is responsible for direct tax collection for the Government of India. It reports to the Ministry of Finance’s Department of Revenue and is overseen by an apex body known as the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT).
About the Central Board of Direct Taxes
The Central Board of Direct Taxes is a statutory authority functioning under the Central Board of Revenue Act, 1963. The officials of the Board in their ex-officio capacity also function as a Division of the Ministry dealing with matters relating to levy and collection of direct taxes. Historical Background of C.B.D.T.
Important takeaways for all competitive exams:
- Central Board of Direct Taxes chairman: Anita Kapur;
- Central Board of Direct Taxes Established: 1924;
- Central Board of Direct Taxes Headquarters: New Delhi.