NATIONAL UPDATES:
1.
India’s first dugong conservation reserve to come up in Tamil Nadu: Tamil Nadu state
government has announced to set up India’s first dugong conservation reserve at
the northern part of the Palk Bay. Dugong are commonly known as sea cows.
According to Wildlife Institute of India (WII) estimates, only 200-250 Dugongs
are left in the wild, of which 150 are found in the Palk Bay and Gulf of Mannar
in Tamil Nadu. About the reserve:
(1) The reserve will span the northern part
of the Palk Bay from Adiramapattinam to Amapattinam. The reserve will cover an
area of more than 500 sq km.
(2) Marine biologists and conservationists
have long demanded a reserve as the population of dugongs, as known as sea
cows, in Indian waters has been dropping to dangerous levels.
(3) According to Wildlife Institute of
India (WII) estimates, only 200-250 Dugongs are left in the wild, of which 150
are found in the Palk Bay and Gulf of Mannar in Tamil Nadu, among the last
surviving natural habitats for dugongs in the world.
Note: Tamil Nadu Capital: Chennai; Tamil
Nadu Chief Minister: MK Stalin; Tamil Nadu Governor: Banwarilal Purohit; Tamil
Nadu State Dance: Bharathanatyam.
2.
India’s first bio-brick based building opened at IIT Hyderabad: India’s first
building made of bio-bricks from agro-waste has been inaugurated at IIT
Hyderabad. The sample building is made up of bio-bricks supported by a metal
framework. The roof is also made of bio-bricks over PVC sheets to reduce heat.
It is part of the Bold Unique Idea Lead Development (BUILD) project to
demonstrate the strength and versatility of the material. A prototype of the
guard cabin was designed and set up in the space allocated by IIT-H. It is part
of the Bold Unique Idea Lead Development (BUILD) project to demonstrate the
strength and versatility of the material. The sample building is made up of
bio-bricks supported by a metal framework. The roof is also made of bio-bricks
over PVC sheets to reduce heat. Both inside and outside walls are
cement-plastered to protect the bio-bricks from rain.
3.
Over Rs 13,385 Cr released to 25 states for providing grants to Rural Local
Bodies: The
Finance Ministry has released over 13 thousand 385 crore rupees to 25 states
for providing grants to the Rural Local Bodies. The grants have been released
as per the recommendations of the 15th Finance Commission. Over 25 thousand 129
crore rupees have been released to Rural Local bodies in this financial year so
far. This Grant-in-aid is the first installment of tied grants of the year
2021-22. Tied grants are released to the Rural Local Bodies for improving two
critical components. These components are related to sanitation, maintenance of
Open Defecation Free status, supply of drinking water, rain water harvesting
and water recycling.
4.
Arunachal Pradesh govt launches two schemes for development of agriculture
& horticulture: Arunachal
Pradesh government has launched two ambitious schemes, one in agriculture
sector called ‘AtmaNirbhar Krishi Yojna’ and the other for horticulture named
‘AtmaNirbhar Bagwani Yojna’. The schemes are part of the AtmaNirbhar program
announced during the Budget session held in February this year. A total amount
of 120 crores rupees – 60 crore rupees for each scheme – has been allocated to
the two concerned departments of Agriculture and Horticulture. The components
of the schemes will be 45% govt subsidy, 45% bank loan and only 10% will have
to be borne by the farmer.He said credit link will be provided to the
beneficiaries by SBI, Arunachal Pradesh Rural Bank and Arunachal Pradesh
Cooperative Apex Bank.
5.
Tamannaah Bhatia unveils her book titled ‘Back to the Roots’: Actress Tamannaah
Bhatia launched her book ‘Back to the Roots’. She has co-authored the book with
celebrity lifestyle coach Luke Coutinho. The book is based on intensive
research and mentions India’s ancient secrets of health and wellness. All the
chapters in ‘Back To the Roots’ are complete with tried-and-tested secrets that
have served generations of this country.”
INTERNATIONALUPDATES:
1.
India extends $ 100 million loan to Africa to spur post pandemic growth: Africa Finance Corporation
(AFC), the leading infrastructure solutions provider on the continent, has
received a US$100 million credit line from the Export-Import Bank of India
(EXIM Bank) to develop critical infrastructure required for the revival of
Africa’s economies in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. Proceeds from the
10-year loan will support AFC’s continued mission to bridge Africa’s
infrastructure gap and drive the sustainable economic growth urgently required
on the continent.
2.
WHO, Germany open Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence in Berlin: The World Health
Organization opened a center in Berlin, where information can be shared to help
prepare the world for the next global health crisis. The center, known as the
Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence, will gather data from around the
world and share it internationally in a stepped-up effort to allow the health
authorities to recognize trends in diseases as they happen, and develop new
analytic and modeling tools to use that data in establishing strategies to
battle outbreaks.
3.
International Day of Clean Air for blue skies: 7th September: The International Day of
Clean Air for blue skies is observed globally on September 07 to promote and
facilitate actions to improve air quality. It is an UN-recognised day that aims
to raise public awareness at all levels (individual, community, corporate and
government) that clean air is important for health, productivity, the economy
and the environment. The 2021 theme for the International Day of Clean Air for
blue skies is “Healthy Air, Healthy Planet” which emphasizes the health aspects
of air pollution, especially considering the COVID-19 pandemic. This year’s
focus is on prioritizing the need for healthy air for all while keeping the
conversation broad enough to encompass other critical issues such as climate
change, human and planetary health as well as the Sustainable Development
Goals. The day serves as a rallying call to action to align our efforts and
claim our right to clean air. #HealthyAirHealthyPlanet.
History of the day: The United
Nations General Assembly adopted the Resolution to hold an International Day of
Clean Air for blue skies on December 19, 2019, during its 74th session and
invited the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). The inaugural edition
of the International Day of Clean Air for blue skies was held in 2020.
4.
International Literacy Day: 8th September: International Literacy Day is
observed globally on 8th September every year. The day spread awareness about
the importance of literacy for individuals, communities, and societies and the
need for intensified efforts towards more literate societies. The theme of 55th
International Literacy Day is Literacy for a human-centred recovery: Narrowing
the digital divide.
History of International Literacy
Day:
The 8th of September was proclaimed International Literacy Day by UNESCO in
1966 to remind the international community of the importance of literacy for
individuals, communities and societies, and the need for intensified efforts
towards more literate societies. It was celebrated for the first time in 1967.
Note: UNESCO headquarters: Paris, France;
UNESCO Head: Audrey Azoulay; UNESCO Founded: 16 November 1945.
OTHER UPDATES:
SPORTS
1.
Max Verstappen wins Dutch Grand Prix 2021: Max Verstappen (Red Bull –
Netherlands) has won the formula one Dutch Grand Prix 2021. Lewis Hamilton
(Mercedes-Great Britain) came second while Valtteri Bottas (Mercedes-Finland)
came third. The Red Bull driver’s leading seventh win of the season and 17th of
his career moved him three points ahead of the defending champion, who finished
second but softened the blow with a bonus point for fastest lap.
2.
Cyrus Poncha becomes new Vice-President of Asian Squash Federation: Squash Rackets
Federation of India (SRFI) Secretary-General, Cyrus Poncha has been unanimously
elected as Vice-President of the Asian Squash Federation (ASF), during the 41st
annual general meeting of ASF. The Dronacharya Awardee has been elected for a
period of the four-year term. David Mui of Hong Kong was elected unopposed as
the President of ASF for a second term. Apart from Cyrus Poncha, Mr Fayez
Abdullah S.Al-Mutairi of Kuwait and Tae-sook Hee of Korea have been also
elected as the Vice-Presidents of ASF.
Note: Asian Squash Federation Headquarters:
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Asian Squash Federation General Secretary: Duncan Chiu;
Asian Squash Federation Founded: 1980.
BANKING AND FINANCE
1.
Federal Bank launches credit card in partnership with Visa: Federal Bank
launched its credit card in association with Visa in a bid to to improve
unsecured, high-yielding book and complete the suite of banking products it
offers. The private sector bank has launched three variants of the card —
Celesta (for high net worth individuals), Imperio (for family oriented
customers) and Signet (targeted at young, early professionals). According to
the product brochure, the interest per month on the uncleared credit card dues
starts from 0.49 per cent. This works out to an annualised percentage rate of
5.88 per cent.
2.
Equitas Bank appoints Rani Rampal & Smriti Mandhana as brand ambassadors: Equitas Small
Finance Bank (ESFB) has roped in Indian women hockey player, Rani Rampal and
cricketer Smriti Mandhana as the brand ambassadors of the company. The
announcement was made during the 5th anniversary of the ESFB on September 5,
2021. Rampal holds the record for being the youngest player to play in the
national hockey team while Mandhana was recognised as the Best Women’s
International Cricketer by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
Note: Equitas Small Finance Bank (ESFB)
headquarters: Chennai; ESFB MD & CEO: Vasudevan P N.
BUSINESS AND ECONOMY
1.
S.L. Tripathy appointed as CMD of United India Insurance: The central
government has selected S.L.Tripathy as the Chairman-cum-Managing Director of
United India Insurance Company Limited. He is currently General Manager and
Director at The New India Assurance Company Limited. He is appointed as CMD of
United India from the date of assumption of charge of the office and up to the
date of attaining the age of superannuation.
Note: United India Insurance Company
Limited Headquarters: Chennai; United India Insurance Company Limited Founded:
18 February 1938; United India Insurance Company Limited CEO: Shri Girish
Radhakrishnan.
AWARDS AND HONOURS
1.
President Ram Nath Kovind presents National Award for Teachers-2021: National Teachers’
Award 2021 was awarded by President Ram Nath Kovind, September 5, 2021.
President Kovind gave the awards to 44 finest teachers in the country for their
dedicated contribution. The award is contributed to those who improve the
quality of education for students and also inspire, enrich their lives. This
year, the Ministry of Education released the name of 44 teachers, who would be
conferred the National Teachers’ Award. Out of the total 44 teachers, 9 of the
awardees are women. Due to the prevailing COVID-19 situation, President Kovind
addressed the teachers virtually. While highlighting the role and importance of
teachers in one’s life, President Kovind expressed his gratitude to all the
teachers who received the awards. The award was also bestowed upon Pramod Kumar
Shukla of Eklavya Model Residential School (EMRS), Chhattisgarh. It is the
second award in a row for an EMRS established under the Ministry of Tribal
Affairs.
DEFENCE
1.
Naval exercise between India and Australia- ‘AUSINDEX’ begins: The 4th edition of
AUSINDEX, a bilateral navy exercise between the Indian Navy and the Royal
Australian Navy has begun from September 06, 2021, and will continue up to
September 10, 2021. Indian Navy Task Group comprises INS Shivalik and INS
Kadmatt. This edition of AUSINDEX includes complex surface, sub-surface and air
operations between ships, submarines, helicopters and Long Range Maritime
Patrol Aircraft of the participating Navies.
About the exercise: Commenced in 2015
as a bilateral IN-RAN maritime exercise, AUSINDEX has grown in complexity over
the years and the 3rd edition of the exercise, held in 2019 in the Bay of
Bengal, included anti-submarine drills for the first time.
Note: Australia Prime minister: Scott
Morrison; Australia Capital: Canberra; Australia Currency: Australian dollar.
OBITUARIES
1. Former France Footballer Jean-Pierre Adams Passes Away: Former France footballer Jean-Pierre Adams, who had been in a coma for 39 years, has passed away. In 1982, Adams slipped into a coma following a medical error, during his routine knee surgery. He made a total of 22 appearances for the France National Football Team from 1972–1976. At club level, Adams played as a defender for Paris Saint-Germain, Nîmes and Nice.
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