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Current Affairs for Competitive Exam – 28 April 2023
World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2023 observed on April 28
World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2023 observed on April 28: The annual observation of World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2023 takes place on April 28th, with the goal of raising awareness about the importance of protecting workers from workplace dangers, illnesses, and accidents. This occasion offers a chance for individuals and organizations to promote a workplace environment that gives utmost importance to the well-being and safety of workers.
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World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2023: Theme
The International Labour Organisation (ILO) chooses the topic for World Day for Safety and Health at Work, which is “A safe and healthy working environment as a fundamental principle and right at work.” The central objective of this event is to investigate feasible methods of implementing this essential human right in workplaces globally.
World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2023: Significance
The significance of World Day for Safety and Health at Work lies in its ability to bring attention to the importance of ensuring safe and healthy work environments. This day provides an opportunity for individuals and organizations to recognize the fundamental human right to a safe and healthy workplace and to advocate for measures to promote this right.
By highlighting the issue of work-related accidents and illnesses, this day serves as a reminder of the importance of taking proactive steps to prevent such incidents and promote workplace safety and health. It also serves as a forum for the exchange of knowledge and best practises on workplace safety and health, which can help to improve working conditions and prevent workplace accidents and illnesses. Overall, World Day for Safety and Health at Work plays a vital role in promoting the well-being of workers worldwide and raising awareness of the importance of safe and healthy workplaces for sustainable economic development.
World Day for Safety and Health at Work: History
The International Labour Organization (ILO) established the World Day for Safety and Health at Work in 2003 as an annual global initiative to raise awareness of the importance of safety and health in the workplace. The date chosen for this event coincides with the International Labour Organization’s approval of the Occupational Safety and Health Convention on April 28, 1971. Despite the progress made in creating safer workplaces, many workers still suffer from work-related accidents and illnesses, which can result in loss of life or injury. This day serves as a reminder for individuals and organizations to reflect on the measures they can take to promote a work environment that is safer, healthier, and more productive.
Important takeaways for all competitive exams:
International Labour Organization Founded: 1919;
International Labour Organization Director-general: Gilbert Houngbo;
International Labour Organization Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland.
Pakistan becomes largest recipient of ADB funded programmes in 2022
Pakistan Becomes the Largest Recipient of ADB-Funded Programs Amidst Economic Crisis: According to the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) Annual Report 2022, Pakistan received $5.58 billion in loans, making it the highest recipient of ADB-funded programs/projects in 2022. Out of the total lending, Pakistan received concessional funding of $2.67 billion from the bank, highlighting the dire economic situation in the country. This huge financing shows the severity of Pakistan’s economic crisis, which has been compounded by political and geopolitical uncertainty.
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Natural Disasters and Food Insecurity Worsen Economic Woes in Pakistan and Afghanistan:
The ADB report cited extreme floods in Pakistan that damaged over one-third of the Kharif (summer) seasonal cropping area, curtailing food supply and driving up prices. Meanwhile, in Afghanistan, drought and flash floods worsened food insecurity and contributed to soaring prices of staple items, impacting the entire population. To address this catastrophe, the ADB pledged $3.7 billion from the plan in 2022, which includes critical food assistance for those in need, particularly women and girls, in Afghanistan (through UN systems), Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.
Countercyclical Support Facility to Aid Countries Affected by Food and Energy Crisis:
The ADB also contributed a total of $2.2 billion to the Kyrgyz Republic, Mongolia, Pakistan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan through its countercyclical support facility. All these countries were severely impacted by the food and energy crisis sparked by the Russian invasion of Ukraine. In the case of Pakistan, devastating floods exacerbated the economic woes, leading to domestic inflation and curtailing consumption.
ADB’s Role in Providing Timely Response to Crises in the Asia Pacific Region:
The ADB has played a critical role in providing timely responses to emerging and ongoing crises in the Asia Pacific region. The bank’s support to the countries affected by natural disasters and economic challenges has been significant. The ADB’s assistance has helped to alleviate food shortages, improve energy security, and assist the impacted population. The bank’s emphasis on concessional financing has provided critical assistance to countries facing severe economic crises.
About Asian Development Bank (ADB):
- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is a regional development bank established in 1966 to promote economic and social progress in Asia and the Pacific.
- ADB is headquartered in Manila, Philippines, and has 68 member countries, including 49 from the Asia-Pacific region.
- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) lends, gives, and offers technical support to its member countries for a variety of development projects such as infrastructure development, poverty alleviation, and regional integration.
- ADB’s priorities include addressing climate change, promoting gender equality, and supporting private sector development.
- ADB has committed over $330 billion in loans and grants since its inception and aims to achieve a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific.
- In terms of voting power, the top five shareholders in ADB are Japan (15.6%), the United States (15.6%), China (6.4%), India (6.3%), and Australia (5.8%). India is the fourth-largest shareholder in ADB and has been a member since its inception. In recent years, India has been one of the largest recipients of ADB funding for various development projects, including infrastructure, education, health, and poverty reduction.
India, UK sign agreement to collaborate on science and innovation
India and United Kingdom Sign MOU for Science and Innovation Collaboration: India and the United Kingdom have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for collaboration on science and innovation. The agreement was signed during a meeting of the UK-India Science Innovation Council, which was presided over by UK Science Minister George Freeman and Indian Minister of State for Science and Technology Dr Jitendra Singh. The MOU aims to deepen collaboration between the two countries in science and drive economic growth, job creation, and improve the lives of people around the world.
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Joint Research Schemes and Net Zero Innovation Virtual Centre:
The press release by the UK government stated that the MOU aims to unleash new joint research schemes to tackle global challenges such as climate change, pandemic preparedness, AI, and machine learning. The agreement creates a new UK-India Net Zero Innovation Virtual Centre focused on industrial decarbonization. A UK-India scientific deep sea mission would also be part of the collaboration.
UK-India Science Partnership:
The UK government named India as a partner for the UK’s International Science Partnerships Fund, continuing the UK-India science partnership built through the Newton-Bhabha fund. The renewed partnership will kick off with two new joint UK-India research programs. The first program will receive £5 million in UK funding, matched by India, for research into farmed animal diseases and health. The second program will receive £3.3 million in UK funding, matched by India, towards a technology and skills partnership program. This program will enable UK and Indian researchers to develop skills, technologies, and knowledge in areas such as AI, machine learning, and bio-imaging.
Amitav Ghosh’s new non-fiction book ‘Smoke and Ashes’ to release in July 2023
Amitav Ghosh’s new non-fiction book ‘Smoke and Ashes’ to release in July 2023: Amitav Ghosh’s book “Smoke and Ashes: A Writer’s Journey Through Opium’s Hidden Histories” will be published on July 15th by HarperCollins’ Fourth Estate. The book is a combination of a memoir, a travelogue, and a deep dive into the economic and cultural history of opium. Ghosh notes that the book is based on extensive research he performed while writing his trilogy of novels between 2005 and 2015. Overall, “Smoke and Ashes” explores the hidden and often overlooked aspects of opium’s impact on history and society.
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The book is also a very personal look at Ghosh’s own engagement with opium’s hidden histories, with deep insights into the process of writing the “Ibis Trilogy,” which includes the novels “Sea of Poppies,” “River of Smoke,” and “Flood of Fire,” according to the publishers. “Smoke and Ashes” tells the story of how this common and deceptively humble plant has shaped the modern world, and the key part it is now playing in the unmaking of that world, he added.
About the Amitav Ghosh:
Kolkata-born Ghosh grew up in India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. His other acclaimed works include “The Shadow Lines”, “The Glass Palace”, “The Hungry Tide”, “Gun Island”, “The Great Derangement”, “The Nutmeg’s Curse”, “Jungle Nama” and “The Living Mountain”. His work has been translated into more than 30 languages. In 2019, he became the first English-language writer to receive India’s highest literary honour – the Jnanpith Award.
Veteran actor Mamukkoya passes away at the age of 76 years
Veteran actor Mamukkoya passes away at the age of 76 years: Mamukkoya, a well-known Malayalam actor, died. He was 76 years old at the time. In 1979, he made his stage acting debut. He formerly worked in a lumber factory in Kozhikode. In his four-decade-long career, Mamkukkoya acted in over 450 Malayalam films. He also appeared in a French film titled Flammens of Paradise.
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About the Mamukkoya
Mamukkoya, born in Kozhikode’s Kallayi, was active in theater from an early age. Theatre led to films with Anyarude Bhoomi (1979) as his debut. Later, on the advice of legendary writer Muhammad Basheer, he was cast in the film Surumaitta Kannukal. However, his first prominent role came in Doore Doore Oru Koodu Koottam (1986), which was directed by Sibi Malayil and had Mohanlal in the lead role. He found popularity as he did films with director Sathyan Anthikad. It was in the director’s Nadodikattu (1987) that he played the character of Gafoor, which found immense fame. He also acted in Ramji Rao Speaking, Vadakku Nokkiyanthram, Thalayanamanthram, Sandesham and His Highness Abdulla.
Ex Odisha MP And 3 Time MLA Trilochan Kanungo passes away
Ex Odisha MP And 3 Time MLA Trilochan Kanungo passes away: Trilochan Kanungo, a well-known economist and long-time member of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) party, died at the age of 82. Mr. Kanungo was previously the chairman of Cuttack Municipality and served as the chairperson of the state finance commission. He was born on November 24, 1940 in the hamlet of Badamulei in the Cuttack district and had lived in the Sheikh Bazaar neighbourhood of Cuttack city for the previous several years.
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In 1999, he was elected to the Lok Sabha from Jagatsinghpur Parliamentary constituency. He was renowned for his erudition and had served as the chairperson of Cuttack municipality twice. He was the chairman of the second Odisha Finance Commission. He was a student leader and president of Ravenshaw College and Utkal University in the 1960s. Trilochan’s younger brother, Panchanan Kanungo, is a former finance minister who joined the Congress party in 2019.
RINL wins Ispat Rajbhasha Samman for 2021-22
RINL wins Ispat Rajbhasha Samman for 2021-22: Rashtriya Ispat Nigam (RINL) has bagged Steel Ministry’s “Ispat Rajbhasha Samman” for the year 2021-22. CMD, RINL Shri Atul Bhatt received this prestigious award from the Minister of State for Steel and Rural Development Shri Faggan Singh Kulaste in the meeting of Hindi Salahkar Samiti held at Srinagar on Monday. Shri Nagendra Nath Sinha, Secretary Steel, Smt Ansuli Arya, Secretary, Department of Official Language and Smt Ruchika Chaudhary Govil, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Steel were also present on this occasion.
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Shri Kulaste also released RINL’s March issue of Hindi In-house Magazine “Rashtriya Ispat Sugandh”. Shri Lalan Kumar, GM (Rajbhasha) and Admin Incharge, RINL-Visakhapatnam steel plant was also awarded First Prize for his special efforts in ensuring effective implementation of Hindi in the organisation. The members of Hindi Salahkar Samiti appreciated various activities being undertaken by RINL for use of E-tools, E-office, training, publications etc.
Reliance General to accept CBDC e-Rupee through Yes Bank
Reliance General to accept CBDC e-Rupee through Yes Bank: Reliance General Insurance on Wednesday said it has become a forerunner general insurance company in the country to accept the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) Central Bank Digital Currency e-Rupee for premium payments. The company has tied up with Yes Bank to facilitate the collection of premiums in the digital mode using the bank’s eRupee platform, a statement said.
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Aim: To provide customers with an easy, safe, instant, and green payment solution
The company has partnered with Yes Bank to enable premium collection. Customers with an active e-wallet with any bank can scan Reliance General Insurance’s e-Rupee QR code to make immediate payments. With this pioneering launch, the company is presenting its customers with an easy, safe, instant and green payment solution, and taking its promise of providing excellent customer experience to the next level. eRupee is a digital token that is equivalent to a banknote i.e. legal tender, and is a sovereign currency backed by the RBI, it noted.
Three-day heritage festival at Saligao from April 28
Goa to Host Heritage Festival 2023 to Promote Cultural Tourism: The Goa government’s tourist agency plans to organise the ‘Heritage Festival 2023’ in Saligao village in North Goa from April 28 to 30. The festival aims to promote cultural tourism in the state by showcasing its traditions, culture, and arts. According to a tourism agency representative, the festival will include numerous acts such as dances, heritage walks, culinary delights, musical shows, and more.
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Inauguration and Presence of Distinguished Guests:
The festival will be inaugurated by Chief Minister Pramod Sawant in the presence of Union Minister Shripad Naik, State Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte, and Chairman of Goa Tourism Development Corporation Ganesh Gaonkar. The spokesperson further added that the festival will showcase Goa’s rich heritage and cultural diversity.
Highlights of the Festival:
The festival provides visitors with a variety of activities and events, including a fashion show, Goan games gallery, pottery demonstration, workshops on traditional drama and theatre, special talks by leading experts on related topics, screenings of Marathi and Konkani films, and an exhibition of Marathi-Konkani books. Additionally, there will be a heritage photography exhibition, and a unique craft bazaar will be set up where local businesses will showcase Goa’s diverse handicraft, art, and traditional products and sell organic food and clothing.
Promoting Cultural Tourism in Goa:
The ‘Heritage Festival 2023’ is a significant event for the promotion of cultural tourism in Goa. Through this festival, visitors will be able to experience the true essence of Goa and its cultural richness. It is an excellent opportunity to showcase the state’s heritage and cultural diversity and to promote its tourism industry.
IIT-Kanpur launches cybersecurity skilling programme
IIT Kanpur’s C3iHub Launches Cybersecurity Skilling Programme with Government Support: C3iHub, a cybersecurity Technology Innovation Hub at IIT Kanpur, has started a Cybersecurity Skilling Programme with funding from the Government of India’s Department of Science and Technology as part of the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM-ICPS).
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Programme Details and Eligibility:
The programme, which focuses on models, tools, and techniques for enforcing security, strives to provide students with a greater grasp of the technological fundamentals of cyberspace and cyber problems. It also introduces real-time cybersecurity approaches and procedures.
The eight-week Cybersecurity Skilling Programme will be available online, allowing students from all over the country to enrol. The course includes live classes, online assignments, and practical training. Students will obtain a C3iHub certificate upon completion of the programme, which will add credibility to their professional profile. Internship opportunities will also be available to the top 100 students.
The programme is open to all students and professionals, with free enrolment for SC/ST students and a small fee for unreserved students. The registration date for this programme is April 30.
Inauguration and Guest Speech:
The C3iHub Cybersecurity Skill Programme was officially launched at the IIT Kanpur Outreach Center in Noida by Chief Guest Vijay Sampla, Chairman of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes.
Sampla lauded C3iHub in his address for its contribution to the realm of cybersecurity as well as its efforts to educate and strengthen students in this field of study. He additionally spoke about several initiatives run by India’s National Commission for Scheduled Castes.
C3iHub’s Objectives:
C3iHub identifies security flaws in vital cyber-physical systems, creates security solutions to fix the flaws, seeds start-ups, and collaborates with industry to commercialize the security tools. It also educates the next generation of cybersecurity experts.
