NATIONAL UPDATES:
1. Cabinet approves establishment of the National
Institute of Sowa Rigpa (NISR): The Union
Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the establishment of the
National Institute for Sowa-Rigpa in Leh, Ladakh at an estimated cost of Rs.
47.25 crore. The Institute will be an autonomous National Institute under
Ministry of AYUSH with the mandate to undertake interdisciplinary education and
research programmes in Sowa-Rigpa in collaboration with premier national and
international Institutes and facilitate the integration of different systems of
medicine. The objective is to establish the National Institute of Sowa-Rigpa
(NISR) as an apex Institute for Sowa-Rigpa with aim of bringing a valid and
useful synergy between Traditional Wisdom of Sowa-Rigpa and modern science,
tools and technology.
Note: Minister
of AYUSH: Shripad Yesso Naik.
2. Census 2021 to be conducted in 16 languages: Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai informed that
Census 2021 will be conducted in 16 languages. During Census 2021, a mix mode
approach is being adopted for data collection. Census will be conducted in two
phases – House-listing and Housing Census from April to September 2020 and
Population Enumeration during February 09-28, 2021. The Expenditure Finance
Committee (EFC) has recommended an amount of Rs. 8754.23 crore for conducting
Census 2021 in 16 languages.
Note:
Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India: Vivek Joshi.
3. Kolkata becomes first city to install ‘Third
Umpire’ RT-PCR Machines: The Kolkata Municipal
Corporation (KMC) has installed first of its kind high-end reverse
transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) machines in India for quick
detection of diseases like dengue, tuberculosis and swine flu. These machines
are to serve as a ‘third umpire’ in situations when medical reports and blood
tests reveal contradictory results. The purpose is to give an accurate DNA
report on blood tests in order to ascertain the exact cause of illness.
Note: West
Bengal governor: Jagdeep Dhankhar; CM: Mamta Banerjee.
4. IRCTC & KSTDC signs MoU to operate Golden
chariot train: The Karnataka State Tourism Development Corp
(KSTDC) signed a memorandum of understanding with the Indian Railway Catering
and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) to market and operate the Golden Chariot train.
The luxurious Golden Chariot train will start plying from March 2020. The
Golden Chariot is South India’s only luxury train. The Golden Chariot, which
started plying in 2008, began as a joint initiative of the Karnataka government
and the Indian Railways. It is an 18-coach-long train with 44 guest rooms. At
least, 84 passengers can enjoy the train ride at one time.
Note: IRCTC
Parent organization: Indian Railways; Headquarters: New Delhi.
5. Smriti Irani addresses South Asia Safety
Summit: The Women and Child Development Minister Smriti
Irani was addressing the 2nd edition of South Asia Safety Summit in New Delhi.
She has stressed the need to ensure the safety of women and children within
their homes, and create safe neighbourhoods to protect them against violence
and abuse. The summit was joined by over 100 organisations from Nepal,
Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, and India. The South Asia Safety Summit is
Facebook’s annual event to host critical conversations on digital safety and
security.
6. RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat inaugurates IPEC at
Nagpur: RSS Chief Dr. Mohan Bhagwat has inaugurated the
International Principal’s Education Conference (IPEC) at Nagpur. Noted
mathematician Anand Kumar (Super 30 founder) was honoured with Nachiketa
Sarvottama Award on the occasion. Mr. Kumar dedicated this award to all the
teachers who are working for the upliftment of underprivileged children.
Principals and educationalists from all over the country are attending the
3-day conference based on the theme-Scripting the Legends of Human Excellence
through Schools.
INTERNATIONAL UPDATES:
1. World Television Day: 21 November: World Television Day is observed on 21 November every year. The day is
observed to acknowledge the role of broadcast media. The day recognizes that
television plays a major role in presenting the different issue that affects
people. On this day, the journalists, writers, bloggers, and others who are
associated with the medium promote the role of television in communication and
globalization.
Note: In
December 1996, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 21st November as
the World Television Day, on which the first World Television Forum was held
2. World Philosophy Day: 21 November: The World Philosophy Day is observed globally on the third Thursday of
November every year. This year it was observed on 21st November. On this day,
UNESCO highlighted the value of philosophy for the development of human
thought, for each culture and individual. The 2019 edition aims to highlight
the importance of philosophy in different regional contexts. The goal is to
obtain regional contributions to global debates on contemporary challenges that
support social transformations. World Philosophy Day was introduced in 2002 by
UNESCO.
3. World Fisheries day: 21 November: The World Fisheries day is celebrated every year on 21st November
throughout the world by fisherfolk communities. The Day helps in highlighting
the critical importance to human lives, of water and the lives it sustains,
both in and out of the water. This year’s theme is 2022 Ka Hai Sapna Kisan Ki
Aay Ho Dugna – Sankalp Se Siddhi”.
OTHER UPDATES:
SPORTS
1. Manu Bhaker bags gold medal in ISSF World Cup
Finals: Manu Bhaker (17-years) became only the second
Indian shooter after Heena Sidhu to win a gold medal Women's 10m Air Pistol at
the ISS World Cup 2019. Serbia's Zorana Arunovic won the silver with 241.9,
while Quian Wang of China bagged the bronze with 221.8. Manu Bhaker shot 244.7
to win the gold medal at World Cup Finals.
Note: The 2019
ISSF World Cup is the annual edition of the ISSF World Cup in the Olympic
shooting events, governed by the International Shooting Sport Federation.
2. Red Bull’s Max Verstappen won F1 Brazilian
Grand Prix: Red Bull’s Max Verstappen (Netherlands) won F1
Brazilian Grand Prix at Interlagos in São Paulo, Brazil. Verstappen was
followed by Pierre Gasly (France) and Carlos Sainz Vázquez de Castro (Spain) in
the second and third place respectively.
BANKING AND FINANCE
1. SEBI approves stricter disclosure norms for
listed companies: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
has approved stricter disclosure norms for listed companies. Accordingly, in
case of default in repayment of loans beyond 30 days, listed companies will
have to disclose the fact of such default within 24 hours. SEBI has amended
Portfolio Managers (PM) Regulations, 2019 following which net worth requirement
of portfolio managers has been enhanced from two crores to five crore rupees.
The regulator has informed that existing portfolio managers will have to meet
the enhanced requirement within 36 months. SEBI announced that it has approved
a proposal to reduce the overall time taken for a rights issue from Securities
and Exchange Board of India to 31 days.
AWARDS AND HONOUR
1. Sir David Attenborough to get Indira Gandhi
Peace Prize for 2019: Renowned naturalist & broadcaster Sir David
Attenborough (93-years) will receive the 2019 Indira Gandhi Peace Prize for his
tireless work to preserve and protect biodiversity. This prestigious award
(named after former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi) has been accorded annually by
Indira Gandhi Trust since 1986. Sir Attenborough was unanimously chosen for the
award by an international jury chaired by the ex-president of India, Pranab
Mukherjee. The 2017 Prize had gone to former Prime Minister of India (14th),
Manmohan Singh.
Note: In 1986,
the award was instituted by the Indira Gandhi Memorial Trust. It is awarded to
individuals or organizations in recognition of their creative efforts towards
promoting international peace, development. The award consists of a monetary
award of 25 lakhs and a citation.
2. Virat Kohli named PETA India’s Person of the
Year: India captain Virat Kohli was named People for
the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India’s ‘Person of the Year for 2019’
for his animal advocacy efforts. Kohli’s efforts to improve conditions for
animals include sending a letter on PETA India’s behalf to officials calling
for the release of Malti, an elephant used for rides at Amer Fort, who was
reportedly violently beaten by eight men.
Note: PETA
established: March 22, 1980; Headquarters: Norfolk, Virginia, United States.
People for the
Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is an American animal rights organization
based in Norfolk, Virginia. Its slogan is ‘Animals are not ours to eat, wear,
experiment on, use for entertainment, or abuse in any other way’. The PETA awards
are given to people or organisations that take initiative in the welfare of
animals and violence against animals.
DEFENCE
1. GRSE delivers ICGS ‘Amrit Kaur to Indian Coast
Guard: Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd
(GRSE) delivered to the Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) ‘Amrit Kaur’, the third
in a series of five ‘Fast Patrol Vessels’ (FPV). ICGS ‘Amrit Kaur’ is a
50-metre-long and 7.5-metre- wide medium-range surface vessel, with a
displacement of around 308 tonnes. It is capable of performing a rescue,
patrolling, anti-smuggling and anti-poaching operations in the maritime zones
of the country. The vessel can attain a maximum speed of 34 knots with an
endurance of over 1,500 nautical miles. The ship is equipped with three main
engines and has advanced control systems, water jet units and an ‘Integrated
Bridge System’ constituting all communication and navigation systems.
Note: Chairman
cum managing director: Admiral Vipin
Kumar Saxena; GRSE Founded: 1934.
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