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Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 11  Daily Content PDF Detailed Content Current Affairs 22 October 2024 : Headlines Cabinet Approvals on 16th October 2024 NABARD Released 2nd All India Rural Financial Inclusion Survey NAFIS for 2021-22 Hindustan Aeronautics Limited Becomes 14th Maharatna CPSE CCS Gave Approval to Establish New Missile Testing Range in Nagayalanka, Andhra Pradesh ANRF Launches first 2 initiatives: PMECRG and MAHA-EV Mission MP to Declare Ratapani WLS as 8th Tiger Reserve near Bhopal IOCL & Nepal Oil Corporation Sign B2B Framework Agreements to Develop Petroleum Infrastructure in Nepal 129mn Indians Lives in Extreme Poverty in 2024: WB Report IRENA’s Report: 2023 was a Record-Breaking Milestone for Solar Power Generation: IREDA Received DIPAM Approval to Set Up Subsidiary to Handle Retail, B2B biz in Renewable Energy Segment ADB approves USD 42mn loan for coastal protection ecosystem in Maharashtra Tata AMC Launches India’s 1st Index Fund Based on Nifty Capital Markets Index India becomes fourth country to cross $700 billion in foreign reserves INS Samarthak: 1st ship of L&T’s Multi-Purpose Vessel Launched in Chennai World Day Against The Death Penalty 2024 – October 10 Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 12  Daily Content PDF NATIONAL AFFAIRS Cabinet Approvals on 16th October 2024 The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi has approved various schemes and projects on 16th October 2024. i.The Cabinet has approved, The additional instalment of 3% of Dearness Allowance(DA) to Central Government employees and Dearness Relief(DR) to Pensioners. The Varanasi-Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya multi-tracking project of the Ministry of Railways with an estimated cost of Rs 2642 crore. Rs. 35,000 crores allotted for the continuation of Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA) schemes to support farmers and control price volatility. ii.The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved the increase in the Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for all mandated Rabi Crops for Marketing Season 2025-26. Additional instalment of 3% of DA Government employees & DR to Pensioners The Union Cabinet has approved a 3% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) to Central Government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) to pensioners, with effect from 1st July 2024. This additional instalment represents an increase of 3% over the existing rate of 50% of the Basic Pay/Pension. This aims to compensate for the price rise. i.This will benefit about 49.18 lakh central government employees and 64.89 lakh pensioners. This increase is in accordance with the accepted formula, which is based on the recommendations of the 7th Central Pay Commission. iii.The combined impact on the finances of the government on account of both DA and DR would be Rs.9,448.35 crore per annum. Note: i.This is the second time the two components have been revised this year, the first time was on 1st January 2024. ii.The increment is based on increase in 12-monthly average of All India Consumer Price Rise Index for Industrial Workers published by the Labour Bureau. Varanasi-Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya multi-tracking Project: The Union Cabinet has approved a Varanasi-Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya multi-tracking project of the Ministry of Railways with a total estimated cost of Rs. 2,642 crores. The project traverses through Varanasi and Chandauli districts in Uttar Pradesh(UP). Details of the project: i.The multi-tracking projects include the development of a new rail-cum-road bridge over the Ganga River and the addition of 3rd and 4th railway lines. Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 13  Daily Content PDF ii.The new bridge will replace the 137-year-old Malviya Bridge, which currently has two rail lines and two road lanes. The new bridge with four railway lines and a six-lane highway is constructed to last for 150 years and spanning over one kilometer, will connect the districts of Varanasi and Chandauli increasing the existing network of Indian Railways by about 30 Kms. iii.The project is a result of the PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan for multi-modal connectivity which has been possible through integrated planning. Benefits: i.These enhancements aim to improve capacity, efficiency and support the region’s socio-economic growth. ii.The project will increase the existing network of Indian Railways by about 30 Kilometers (Km). Additional info: The Railways will help in achieving climate goals and minimising the logistics cost of India and lower Carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions (149 Crore Kg) which is equivalent to the plantation of 6 Crore trees. Cabinet approves Rs. 35,000 crore for Continuation of PM-AASHA Schemes The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of the Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA) to provide fair prices for farmers and monitor price fluctuations in essential commodities for consumers. The total financial outgo will be Rs. 35,000 crore during the 15th Finance Commission Cycle up to 2025-26. Key changes in PM-AASHA The government has integrated the Price Support Scheme (PSS) and Price Stabilisation Fund (PSF) schemes under PM-AASHA. This integration will provide farmers with remunerative prices for their crops, while stabilizing the market prices of essential commodities to make them affordable for consumers. The revamped PM-AASHA now includes components like: Price Support Scheme (PSS) Price Stabilization Fund (PSF) Price Deficit Payment Scheme (PDPS) Market Intervention Scheme (MIS) About PM AASHA: PM-AASHA, launched by the Government of India in 2018 is an umbrella scheme which aims to provide MSP assurance to farmers. Nodal ministry – Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare(MoA&FW). Objective: i.To improve farmer’s income by strengthening procurement mechanisms in coordination with the State Governments. ii.To ensure farmers receive remunerative prices for their oilseeds, pulses, and copra. Components: Price Support Scheme (PSS); Price Deficiency Payment Scheme (PDPS); and Pilot of Private Procurement & Stockist Scheme (PPPS). Minimum Support Prices for Rabi Crops for Marketing Season 2025-26 The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved the increase in the Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for all mandated Rabi Crops for Marketing Season 2025-26. The absolute highest increase in MSP has been announced for Rapeseed & Mustard at Rs.300 per quintal followed by Lentil (Masur) at Rs.275 per quintal. Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 14  Daily Content PDF For gram, wheat, safflower and barley, there is an increase of Rs.210 per quintal, Rs.150 per quintal, Rs.140 per quintal and Rs.130 per quintal respectively. MSP for all Rabi crops for Marketing Season 2025-26 MSP RMS Increase in MSP S. No. Crops 2025-26 (Rs. (Absolute) per quintal) (Rs. per quintal) 1 Wheat 2425 150 2 Barley 1980 130 3 Gram 5650 210 4 Lentil (Masur) 6700 275 5 Rapeseed & Mustard 5950 300 6 Safflower 5940 140 Note: i.The increase in MSP for mandated Rabi Crops for Marketing Season 2025-26 is according to the mandate of fixing the MSP at a level of at least 1.5 times of the All-India weighted average Cost of Production. ii.The expected margin over the All-India weighted average cost of production is 105 % for wheat, followed by 98% for rapeseed & mustard; 89% for lentil; 60% for gram; 60% for barley; and 50% for safflower. Reforms in procurement policies i.The government will procure pulses, oilseeds, and copra at Minimum Support Price (MSP) under the Price Support Scheme from 2024-25 season. It will cover 25% of national production through which states can buy more of these crops ensuring fair prices to farmers and preventing distress sales. However, a 100% procurement policy will apply to Tur, Urad, and Masur for the 2024-25 season. ii.The government has increased its financial guarantee to Rs 45,000 crore. This will enable the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (DA&FW), under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare(MoA&FW), to buy more pulses, oilseeds, and copra from registered farmers on platforms like the eSamridhi portal of National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India (NAFED) and eSamyukti portal of National Cooperative Consumers’ Federation of India (NCCF) when market prices fall below MSP. It will increase domestic production and reduce dependence on imports. Price Stabilisation Fund (PSF) i.The PSF will continue to protect consumers from sharp price spikes in agricultural and horticultural commodities by maintaining a strategic buffer stock of pulses and onions. Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 15  Daily Content PDF ii.The Department of Consumer Affairs (DoCA) will procure these items when market prices exceed the MSP, including from pre-registered farmers decreasing the chances of hoarding, and speculative trading. iii.Interventions under PSF have also extended to crops like tomatoes, and the scheme supports the subsidized retail sale of products like Bharat Dal, Bharat Atta, and Bharat Rice. Price Deficit Payment Scheme (PDPS) i.The government has raised the coverage from 25% to 40% of state production to encourage them to adopt the Price Deficit Payment Scheme for oilseeds. Additionally, the implementation period has been extended from three to four months. ii.The Central Government will provide a coverage up to 15% of the difference between the MSP and the sale or modal price. Market Intervention Scheme (MIS) i.Under the changes done in MIS, the government has raised the coverage from 20% to 25% of production and introduced an option for direct differential payments to farmers, replacing the physical procurement process. ii.In the case of tomato, onion, and potato (TOP) crops, the government will provide the costs of transportation and storage to reduce the price gap between producing and consuming states during peak harvesting times. This will provide farmers with fair prices for their produce while stabilising prices for consumers. NABARD Released 2nd All India Rural Financial Inclusion Survey NAFIS for 2021-22 On 9th October 2024, the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has released the results of its 2nd ‘NABARD All India Rural Financial Inclusion Survey (NAFIS) for 2021-22’, which provides primary data based on a survey of 1 lakh rural households, covering various economic and financial aspects in the post-COVID period. The key findings of NAFIS 2021-22 provides deep insights on how rural economic and financial indicators have evolved since 2016-17. The inaugural NAFIS was conducted by NABARD for the agricultural year (July-June) 2016-17, and was released in August 2018. About NAFIS 2021-22: i.It is a national-level survey conducted by the Department of Economic Analysis & Research (DEAR), NABARD based in Mumbai(Maharashtra). ii.The survey has covered 10,000 village blocks, 710 districts across 28 states and Union Territories (UTs) of Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) and Ladakh. It has covered rural and semi-rural areas of the country including Tier-3 to Tier- 6 centres (which have a population of less than 50,000) and both agricultural and non- agricultural households. iii.It provides a comprehensive overview of the status of rural population in terms of two different, yet interconnected themes i.e. livelihood and financial inclusion. Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 16  Daily Content PDF iv.It also provides detailed information about various other indicators such as: savings, credit, insurance and pension, remittances, and financial literacy. Key Findings of NAFIS 2021-22: i.Increase in Average Monthly Income: The average monthly income of households has witnessed a significant increase of 57.6% over the last 5 years, from Rs 8,059 (in 2016-17) to Rs 12,698 (in 2021-22). This suggests a nominal Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 9.5%. While, Annual average nominal Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth during the same period (on a financial year basis) was 9%. The average monthly income of agricultural households was Rs 13,661, slightly more than the average monthly income of households and also more than the average monthly income of non-agricultural households which was Rs 11,438. The survey found that cultivation was the main source of income for agricultural households, accounting for about 1/3rd (33.33%) of their monthly income, followed by government or private services (25%), wage labor (16%), and other enterprises (15%). While for the non-agricultural households, government or private service accounted for 57% of the total income of households, followed by labour which accounted for nearly 26% of the total income. As per the survey, the salaried employment in the government or private sector emerged as the largest source of all households, representing for nearly 37% of their total income. ii.Increase in Average Monthly Expenditure: According to the survey, the average monthly expenditure of rural households has increased significantly in last 5 years from Rs 6,646 (in 2016-17)to Rs 11, 262 (in 2021-22). The agricultural households witnessed a higher consumption expenditure of Rs 11,710 compared to Rs 10,675 for non-agricultural households. The survey highlighted that in some states or UTs like Goa and J&K, the monthly household expenditure was more than Rs 17,000. iii.Increase in Financial Savings: The annual average financial savings of households increased from Rs 9,104 (in 2016-17) to Rs 13,209 (in 2021-22). The survey showed that overall 66% of households reported saving money in 2021-22 as against 50.6% of households in 2016-17. The survey revealed that 71% of agricultural households reported saving money in 2021-22 as against 58% of non-agricultural households. According to the survey, over 70% households in 11 states reported saving money during 2021- 22. Uttarakhand (93%) topped among these 11 states in term of savings money followed by Uttar Pradesh (UP) (84%) and Jharkhand (83%). While states like Goa (29%), Kerala (35%), Mizoram (35%), Gujarat (37%), Maharashtra (40%), and Tripura (46%) witnessed less than 50% of households reporting savings. iv.Kisan Credit Card (KCC): The KCC has emerged as a prominent tool for promoting financial inclusion in the rural agricultural sector. It showed a significant growth in coverage over the last 5 years. As per the survey, 44% of total agricultural households were found to have a valid KCC. Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 17  Daily Content PDF The survey showed that 77% of agricultural households with land holdings greater than 0.4 hectares (ha) or those who had taken any agricultural loans from banks in the last year were reported to have a valid KCC. v.Surge in Insurance Coverage: The percentage of households with minimum one member covered by any type of insurance increased exponentially from 25.5% (in 2016-17) to 80.3% (in 2021-22). 55% of households have vehicle insurance among various types of insurance. Life insurance coverage extended to 24% of households, with agricultural households (26%) having a slightly larger share than non-agricultural households (20%). vi.Pension Coverage: The percentage of households with minimum one member receiving any form of pension (like old age, family, retirement, or disability) increased from 18.9% (in 2016-17) to 23.5% (in 2021-22). 54% of total households with a minimum one member more than the age of 60 years have reported of receiving pension. vii.Financial Literacy: The percentage of respondents showing good financial literacy increased by 17% i.e., from 33.9% (in 2016-17) to 51.3% (in 2021-22). Also, the percentage of respondents showing sound financial behavior such as: managing money effectively, making informed financial decisions, monitoring expenses, and paying bills on time, increased from 56.4% to 72.8% in 2021-22. The survey found that 58% of respondents from rural areas and 66% from semi-urban areas have good financial knowledge. Other Key Findings: i.The survey showed that the share of food in the consumption basket of households decreased from 51% (in 2016-17) to 47% (in 2021-22). ii.The percentage of households who reported to have outstanding debt increased from 47.4% (in 2016-17) to 52.0% (in 2021-22). The percentage of households who have outstanding loan from any institutional source increased from 60.5% (in 2016-17) to 75.5% (in 2021-22). While, for non-agricultural households it increased from 56.7% (in 2016-17) to 72.7% (in 2021- 22). The percentage of agri-households that took loans from non-institutional sources decreased from 30.3% (in 2016-17) to 23.4% (in 2021-22). iii.The survey revealed that the average size of landholding declined from 1.08 hectares (in 2016-17) to 0.74 hectares (in 2021-22). About National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development(NABARD): NABARD was established under NABARD Act, 1981 and works under the jurisdiction of Department of Financial Services (DFS), Ministry of Finance (MoF). It was established in 1982 based on the recommendations of B.Sivaramman Committee. Chairman– Shaji K.V. Headquarters– Mumbai, Maharashtra Hindustan Aeronautics Limited Becomes 14th Maharatna CPSE On 12th October 2024, the Department of Public Enterprise (DPE) under the Ministry of Finance (MoF) upgraded the status of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) from “Navratna” Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSE) to the “Maharatna”. With this, HAL becomes the 14th “Maharatna” CPSE in India. This upgrade is based on the recommendations of the Inter Ministerial Committee (IMC) chaired by the Finance Secretary, MoF and the Apex Committee led by the Cabinet Secretary. Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 18  Daily Content PDF The new status will enhance HAL’s operational autonomy and financial powers as now; it can make investments up to 15% of its net worth in projects and can invest maximum Rs 5,000 crore in foreign ventures without the approval of the Government of India (GoI). Note: Oil India Limited (OIL), the 2nd largest National Exploration & Production (E&P) Company in India, became the 13th Maharatna CPSE in August 2023. Strategic Significance of HAL: i.HAL plays a pivotal role in defence capabilities of India, focusing on self-reliance in military aviation for instance: the indigenous developments of the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) namely Tejas and the Light Utility Helicopter (LUH). ii.On 9th September 2024, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) signed a contract worth Rs 26,000 crore with HAL for procurement of 240 AL-31FP Aero Engines for Su-30MKI aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF). This contract marks a major step in India’s drive towards self-reliance under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative. iii.HAL recorded an annual turnover of Rs 28,162 crore and a net profit of Rs 7,595 crore for the financial year 2023-24. Maharatna Scheme: i.Initially, the Government of India (GoI) introduced the “Navratna” scheme in 1997 to identify and promote CPSEs in India and help them in becoming global leaders. ii.Later, GoI introduced “Maharatna” scheme in 2010, to recognise companies with their potential to become Indian Multinational Companies (MNCs). This higher status incentivizes Navratna companies, which help them in enhancing their brand value, and allows for the delegation of more powers to CPSEs, fostering growth and international competitiveness. iii.The scheme mainly focuses on empowering specific Navratna CPSEs to facilitate the expansion of their operations and emerge as global giants by increasing their market share both in domestic and international markets. Criteria for Maharatna status to CPSEs: i.It should be listed on Indian Stock Exchange with a minimum prescribed public shareholding under Securities and Exchange Board of India(SEBI) regulations. ii.The company should possess Navratna status. iii.The CPSEs should have an annual net worth of Rs15,000 crore for 3 years or average annual turnover of 25,000 crore consecutively for 3 years. iv.The CPSE should have an average annual net profit after tax of over Rs 5,000 crore consecutively for 3 years. Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 19  Daily Content PDF v.CPSE should have significant global presence or international operations. Maharatna Companies In India: i.Bharat Heavy Electrical Limited (BHEL), New Delhi(Delhi) ii.Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), Mumbai(Maharashtra) iii.Coal India Limited (CIL), Kolkata(West Bengal, WB) iv.GAIL India Limited (GAIL), New Delhi v.Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited(HPCL), visakhapatnam, (Andhra Pradesh, AP) vi.Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), New Delhi vii.Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC), New Delhi viii.Power Finance Corporation (PFC), New Delhi ix.Power Grid Corporation India Limited (POWERGRID), Gurugram(Haryana) x.Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), New Delhi xi.Rural Electrification Corporation Limited (REC), New Delhi xii.Oil India Limited (OIL), Noida(Uttar Pradesh, UP) xiii.NTPC Limited (NTPC), New Delhi About Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL): HAL is a Department of Defence Production (DOPD) CPSE under the Ministry of Defence (MoD). It has specialization in manufacturing of engines, communication equipment, navigation equipment, display systems, hydraulic systems, among others. Chairman and Managing Director (CMD)- Dr. D.K. Sunil Headquarters- Bengaluru, Karnataka Established – 1940 CCS Gave Approval to Establish New Missile Testing Range in Nagayalanka, Andhra Pradesh The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) chaired by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi had given its approval to establish a new missile testing range in Nagayalanka village, Krishna district in Andhra Pradesh (AP). The new missile testing range will be used for test firing of various tactical missile systems such as: surface-to-air missile systems, anti tank missiles, among others being developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). Key Points: i.Apart from setting up new missile testing range, CCS had also approved the proposal of purchasing 31 Predator long-endurance armed drones from the United States of America (USA) and two nuclear submarines to be built by ATV Project India Limited for developing strategic submarines for the Indian Navy (IN).It had also approved the various proposals for building roads for the armed forces along with space- based capabilities. ii.Currently, DRDO is at an advanced stage of developing different types of weapon systems for the Indian armed forces like: the Very Short Range Air Defence Systems, Man-Portable Anti-tank Guided Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 20  Daily Content PDF Missiles (MPATGM), anti-tank guided missiles, quick reaction surface-to-air missile systems, and many other systems in the tactical domain. India signs USD 4 bn deal to buy 31 Predator drones from the USA India signed an agreement worth USD 4 billion with the United States of America(USA) to acquire 31 MQ- 9B Predator high-altitude, long-endurance drones from the USA based General Atomics, under the foreign military sales programme. The agreement includes 15 Sea Guardian drones for the Indian Navy(IN) and 16 Sky Guardians for the Indian Army(IA) and Indian Air Force (IAF). i.In addition to the purchase, the Ministry of Defence(MoD) and General Atomics Global India Limited signed a contract for performance-based logistics, ensuring depot-level maintenance, repair, and overhaul services within India. ii.The IA and the IAF plan to jointly deploy the Predator drones at air bases in Sarsawa and Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh(UP). Missile testing ranges in India: i.At present, most of the tactical missiles are tested from Integrated Test Range (ITR) which has two complexes: Launch Complex –IV (LC-IV) on Abdul Kalam Island (previously known as Wheelers island) and Launch Complex-III (LC-III) located at Balasore, in Chandipur district, Odisha. ii.In April 2024, DRDO initiated the process of developing a new missile testing range at Junput village which is 177 kilometer (km) away from Kolkata, West Bengal (WB). Recent Related News: The National Test House (NTH), North Region (NR), Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh (UP), has been provisionally approved by the Quality Council of India (QCI) as a Certification Body for Type certification of drones or Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) under the Certification Scheme for UAS. The National Test House becomes the 1st Government Body to Certify Drones in India. This aligns with India’s vision under Drone Rules 2021 to foster a competitive drone ecosystem and aims to ensure drones meet safety, quality, and performance standards. About Defence Research and Development Organisation(DRDO): It is the Research and Development (R&D) wing of the Ministry of Defence (MoD), (GoI). Chairman- Dr. Samir Vankatpati Kamat Headquarter– New Delhi, Delhi Established-1958 ANRF Launches first 2 initiatives: PMECRG and MAHA-EV Mission The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) has launched its first two significant initiatives: the Prime Minister Early Career Research Grant (PMECRG) and the Mission for Advancement in High-Impact Areas – Electric Vehicle (MAHA-EV) Mission. Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 21  Daily Content PDF Aim: To bridge the gap between academic research and industrial application, fostering innovation and scientific excellence in India. These initiatives were initiated during the first Governing Board (GB) meeting on September 10, 2024, chaired by the Prime Minister (PM) of India Narendra Modi as the GB President. These initiatives will act as a base for India’s research ecosystem, aligning with the government’s vision for a Viksit Bharat (Developed India) by 2047. Prime Minister Early Career Research Grant (PMECRG): It will support early career researchers and enhance India’s scientific innovation as it is designed with a flexible budget to facilitate research. It will encourage young researchers to contribute to India’s global leadership in science and technology. It seeks to foster a robust research culture that nurtures groundbreaking discoveries. Mission for Advancement in High-Impact Areas – Electric Vehicle (MAHA-EV) Mission : Its’ goal is to develop key Electric Vehicle (EV) technologies to reduce import dependency and enhance domestic innovation, thus supporting the government’s Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India) initiative. The focus areas will be: Tropical EV Batteries and Battery Cells Power Electronics, Machines, and Drives (PEMD) Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Key Points: i.It encourages multi-institutional and multidisciplinary collaboration to address critical scientific challenges. ii.It aims to position India as a global hub for EV component development and accelerate the shift towards electric mobility. iii.It contributes to a greener and more sustainable future. About Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF): The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) was established under the ANRF 2023 Act within the Department of Science & Technology (DST), Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST). As a result, the Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB), created by an act of Parliament in 2008, has been subsumed into ANRF. MP to Declare Ratapani WLS as 8th Tiger Reserve near Bhopal The State Wildlife Board (WLB) of Madhya Pradesh (MP) has accorded approval to declare Ratapani Wildlife Sanctuary (WLS) located near Bhopal, capital city of MP, as 8th Tiger Reserve (TR) of MP. The state WLB will now forward its recommendation to the Government of India (GoI) for the final approval to notify the WLS as the TR. Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 22  Daily Content PDF In 2011, the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) had given in-principle approval to notify Ratapani WLS as a TR. Note: i.In 2023, Veerangana Durgavati TR was officially declared 7th TR in MP. ii.The other TRs in MP are Kanha, Bandhavgarh, Satpura, Pench, Panna and Sanjay-Dubri. Key Points: i.The proposed TR will cover an area of 1,271.465 square kilometer (sq km) including both Ratapani WLS and Singhori WLS. ii.Out of total area, 763.812 sq km will be used as the core area for tigers, while the remaining 507.653 sq km will act as buffer zone to protect the wildlife. Ratapani WLS: i.At present, Ratapani WLS spans over an area of 823 sq km in Raisen and Sehore districts of MP. ii.According to the 2022 Tiger Census, Ratapani WLS has total 3,123 wild animals which include 56 tigers, and 70 leopards. iii.It houses the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) World Heritage site Bhimbetka rock shelters, Ginnourgarh fort, Keri Mahadeo, Ratapani dam, among others. About Madhya Pradesh: Chief Minister (CM)- Mohan Yadav Governor- Mangubhai C. Patel Capital– Bhopal National Parks (NPs)– Bandhavgarh NP, Kanha NP IOCL & Nepal Oil Corporation Sign B2B Framework Agreements to Develop Petroleum Infrastructure in Nepal On 3rd October 2024, Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) and Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) signed a Business to Business (B2B) Framework Agreement for the development of petroleum infrastructure in Nepal with a total investment of around Rs.15 billion. A 50-kilometer petroleum pipeline will be constructed from Siliguri in India to Charali in Jhapa, Nepal. A state-of-the-art terminal will be built in Charali to enhance storage and distribution capabilities in the region of Nepal. 62-kilometer pipeline connecting Amlekhgunj to Lothar in Chitwan, Nepal. A modern terminal with a storage capacity of 91,900 kiloliters will be developed at Lothar. Signatories: The agreement was signed by Dr. Chandika Prasad Bhatta, Executive Director of NOC, and Senthil Kumar, Director of IOCL, in New Delhi, Delhi, in the presence of senior officials, including Pankaj Jain, Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoP&NG), India, and V. Satish Kumar, Chairman of IOCL. Background: This collaboration is based on a Government-to-Government (G2G) Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in May 2023 between India’s MoP&NG and Nepal’s Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Supplies. INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS 129mn Indians Lives in Extreme Poverty in 2024: WB Report The World Bank (WB)’s ‘Poverty, Prosperity, and Planet Report 2024-Pathways Out of the Polycrisis‘ reveals that India has 129 million citizens living in extreme poverty as they are surviving on less than Rs 180 (USD 2.15) per day. Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 23  Daily Content PDF This figure marks a significant decline from 431 million in 1990, yet challenges remain, particularly due to population growth and a high poverty threshold for middle-income countries. India’s Scenario: i.Individuals are classified as extremely poor if they earn less than Rs 180 (USD 2.15) daily. ii.On the other hand, the increased poverty threshold of USD 6.85 (around Rs 576) for middle-income countries results in more individuals below this line compared to 1990. iii.Less than 1% of the population aged 15 and above has no formal education, linking education levels directly to poverty rates. iv.Extreme poverty in India is expected to drop below 3% by the end of the decade, indicating a potential decline in India’s share of global extreme poverty. v.A significant decrease of 38 million individuals in poverty was noted in 2021 after a surge in previous years, attributed to Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita growth. vi.Notably, the extreme poverty rate in South Asia is significantly influenced by India, where fewer than 1% of those aged 15 and above lack formal education. Global Scenario: i.Approximately 700 million people (8.5% of the global population) live on less than USD 2.15 per day. ii.Around 3.5 billion people (44% of the global population) live below the upper middle-income poverty line of USD 6.85 per day, largely unchanged since the 1990s due to population growth. iii.Sub-Saharan Africa, with 16% of the global population, accounts for 67% of those in extreme poverty, with the majority residing in fragile or conflict-affected areas. iv.By 2030, an estimated 622 million people (7.3% of the global population) are expected to live in extreme poverty, with only 69 million projected to escape this status from 2024 to 2030. IRENA’s Report: 2023 was a Record-Breaking Milestone for Solar Power Generation According to the report titled “Renewable Energy and Jobs Annual Review 2024” released by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) in collaboration with the International Labour Organisation (ILO), 347 GigaWatts (GW) of photovoltaic (PV) capacity were added to power generation globally in 2023. This marks an increase of 74% compared to 2022. This makes the year 2023 as a record-breaking year for solar power generation. Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 24  Daily Content PDF Points to note: i.As per the report, China constituted 63% (216.9 GW) of the new PV capacities added in year 2023. ii.The cumulative contribution of the rest of the top 10 installers i.e. the United States of America (USA), Germany, Brazil, India, Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, Japan and Australia, to new capacities was 83.4 GW. iii.2023 witnessed the largest ever increase in jobs in renewable energy (RE) sector i.e. from 13.7 million (in 2022) to 16.2 million (in 2023). About Renewable Energy and Jobs Annual Review 2024: i.It is the 11th edition of the report which is released annually by the IRENA and also the 4th edition developed in partnership with ILO. ii.The report provides a comprehensive analysis of employment trends within the RE sector. iii.It evaluates the global landscape of RE technologies and examines the employment across various countries, including India. iv.The report provides the wider analysis of the socio-economic effects of a renewable energy-based transition such as: job creation, the development of local capacities, participation of women in RE sector, and education and training opportunities. v.The report also consider the impact of renewable energy pathways on jobs, Gross Domestic Product (GDP), and overall human welfare, with estimates up to 2050. Key Findings: i.Top 5 countries which generated maximum jobs in RE sector: China (7.4 million jobs), the European Union (EU) (1.8 million); Brazil (1.56 million); Brazil (1.56 million); the USA and India both close to 1 million jobs each. ii.The report highlighted that European countries like: Germany, Spain, Italy and the Netherlands added over 54 GW in solar PV in 2023, which saw an increase of 25% compared to 2022. Also, the USA alone added 25 GW of new capacities in 2023, an increase of 30% compared to the previous year. iii.According to the report, solar PV factories in Southeast Asian region have emerged as an import export hub. Currently, India is the 3rd largest manufacturer after China and Southeast Asian countries. iv.Globally, 7.1 million jobs were created in solar PV in 2023(increased significantly from 4.9 million in 2022), which accounted 44% of the world’s total RE workforce. Among the top 10 countries generated employment in solar PV in 2023, 4 are in Asia, 3 are in Europe, 2 in the Americas and 1 in Oceania. The combined employment generated by top 10 countries in solar PV have added up to 6.2 million jobs, accounting nearly 66% of the global total jobs in solar PV. v.China accounted nearly 65% of global PV employment in 2023 i.e. some 4.6 million jobs, followed by Europe (over 7.57 lakh PV jobs in 2023), India( more than 3.18 solar jobs), and the USA (close to 2.80 lakh PV jobs) and Brazil (2.64 lakh jobs). Other RE Sectors Generated Employment in 2023: i.After Solar PV, Liquid Biofuels with 2.8 million jobs, emerged as the 2nd largest employer in the RE sector globally in 2023, followed by Hydropower (2.3 million) and Wind Power sector (1.5 million). Brazil topped among the countries which generated maximum jobs in biofuel sector, accounting for 9.94 lakh jobs, followed by Indonesia ( approximately 8 lakh jobs). ii.The report revealed that number of direct jobs estimated for hydropower sector have decreased from 2.5 million (in 2022) to 2.3 million (in 2023). As per the report, Brazil, China, India, Pakistan and Vietnam were the largest employers in hydropower sector. iii.China emerged as the largest employer in the wind power sector with 7.45 lakh jobs which accounted 52% of global total of jobs in this sector, followed by Europe (3.16 lakh jobs). Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 25  Daily Content PDF iv.As per the report, Decentralized Renewable Energy (DRE) is critical for providing clean, reliable and affordable energy to remote communities. The report has estimated that 3.07 lakh people were directly employed in DRE in 2023 across countries like: India, Kenya, Nigeria, Uganda, and Ethiopia. India-Specific: i.The report has estimated that 1.02 million jobs were created in RE in 2023. ii.According to the report, Hydropower has emerged as the largest employer in the RE sector in India. It has generated around 4.53 lakh jobs in hydropower, which accounted 20% of the global total, 2nd after China. iii.India has employed about 3,18,600 people in the solar PV sector, including both on-grid and off-grid systems. The report revealed that 2.38 lakh peopled worked in grid-connected solar PV (an 18% increase from 2022) and around 80,000 people worked in the off-grid solar sector. iv.As per the report, India added 9.7 GW of solar PV capacity in 2023. It has been ranked at 5th position globally for new solar installations and cumulative capacity of India in solar energy, which reached 72.7 GW by the end of 2023. v.The report has projected that India’s operational module manufacturing capacity will increase to 58 GW in 2024, from the capacity of 46 GW in 2023. It has also estimated that cell manufacturing capacity of India will increase from 26 GW (in 2023) to 32 GW (in 2024). Thus, making India the world’s 2nd largest manufacturer of solar PV after China. vi.The report revealed that India had cumulative installed wind power capacity of 44.7 GW in 2023 and ranked at 4th position globally. India added wind capacity of 2.8 GW in 2023 after the 5 years of slower growth. vii.The wind sector in India provided employment to nearly 52,200 people in 2023, of which 40% in operations and maintenance and 35% in construction and installation. viii.Other RE sectors in India which provided employment in 2023: Liquid Biofuels (35,000); solid biomass (58,000); solar heating and cooling sector (17,000). About International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA): Director-General (DG)- Francesco La Camera Headquarters- Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Established- 2011 About International Labour Organisation (ILO): Director-General (DG) – Gilbert Houngbo Headquarters- Geneva, Switzerland Member nations– 187 Established– 1919 BANKING & FINANCE IREDA Received DIPAM Approval to Set Up Subsidiary to Handle Retail, B2B biz in Renewable Energy Segment State-owned Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited(IREDA), under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE, has received the in-principal approval from the Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM), Ministry of Finance (MoF), to set up a wholly-owned subsidiary to undertake retail and Business-to-Business (B2B) business in the Renewable Energy (RE)sector. Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 26  Daily Content PDF IREDA’s new retail subsidiary is permitted to handle the retail business under key government schemes such as Pradhan Mantri(PM)-Surya Ghar-Muft Bijli Yojana (rooftop solar) and PM Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyaan (PM-KUSUM) and other Business-to- Consumer (B2C) segments in the RE sector. Key Points: i.It will focus on emerging RE sectors such as: Electric vehicles (EVs), energy storage, green technologies, sustainability, energy efficiency, among others. ii.This new retail subsidiary marks a major milestone in IREDA’s journey towards fostering sustainable energy solutions at the grassroots level. Also, it will enable IREDA to provide innovative financing options for both urban and rural consumers, promoting sustainable practices and reducing carbon footprints. Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency(IREDA): IREDA is a non-banking financial institution, which is engaged in promoting, developing and extending financial support to set up sustainable projects. In April 2024, the status of IREDA upgraded from Mini Ratna Category-I Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSE) to ‘Navratna’. Chairman and Managing Director (CMD): Pradip Kumar Das Headquarters– New Delhi, Delhi Established– 1987 About Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM): It deals with all matters related to management of Government of India (GoI)’s investments in equity including disinvestment of equity in Central Public Sector Undertakings (CPSUs). Secretary- Tuhin Kanta Pandey Headquarters- New Delhi, Delhi ADB approves USD 42mn loan for coastal protection ecosystem in Maharashtra The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a loan of USD 42 million to enhance coastal and riverbank protection ecosystems in Maharashtra, boosting the resilience of local communities and their natural environments. i.The Maharashtra Sustainable Climate-Resilient Coastal Protection and Management Project will implement various solutions to combat coastal erosion and protect riverbanks, including offshore reefs, sheet piles, beach nourishment, and vegetation planting to restore and stabilize the coastline. The project builds on the ADB-financed Sustainable Coastal Protection and Management Investment Program. ii.The project aims to boost fisheries and tourism while promoting capacity building for stakeholders on gender equality and social inclusion. iii.ADB will support the Maharashtra Maritime Board in enhancing its capacity for shore management planning, including the creation of a coastal infrastructure management unit. Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 27  Daily Content PDF Tata AMC Launches India’s 1st Index Fund Based on Nifty Capital Markets Index Tata Asset Management Company (AMC) has launched the “Tata Nifty Capital Markets Index Fund”, the India’s 1st index fund to invest in companies from the Nifty Capital Markets Index to track the performance of selected companies from the Nifty 500 Index. The fund will invest in a maximum of 20 stocks from the Nifty 500 Index, representing various capital markets businesses such as financial services, asset management firms, exchanges, stockbroking companies, depositories, and clearing houses. i.New Fund Offer (NFO) of Tata Nifty Capital Markets Index Fund will run from 7th to 21st October 2024. It will reopen for subscription on or before 30th October 2024. ii.The minimum investment is Rs.5000 in multiples of Rs.1 and an exit load of 0.25% of the applicable Net Asset Value (NAV) will be charged if units are redeemed within 15 days of allotment. iii.According to the Scheme Information Document (SID), the maximum permissible Total Expense Ratio (TER) under Regulation 52(6)(b) is up to 1%. ECONOMY & BUSINESS India becomes fourth country to cross $700 billion in foreign reserves According to the Reserve Bank of India(RBI)’s data, India’s foreign exchange reserves surpassed $700 billion for the first time ever in September 2024. This milestone makes India, the fourth country in the world , alongside China, Japan, and Switzerland, to reach this level of reserves. i.The foreign exchange reserves increased by USD 12.59 billion to hit an all-time high of USD 704.885 billion in the week ended September 27, 2024. ii.The Foreign Currency Assets (FCA), a large component of the overall reserves, gained by USD 10.46 billion to USD 616.154 billion. The Gold reserves also increased by USD 2.184 billion to USD 65.796 billion in the RBI’s data. FCA are maintained as a multi-currency portfolio comprising major currencies, such as, US Dollar(USD), Euro, Pound Sterling, Japanese Yen, and are valued in terms of USD. iii.The increase in reserves is due to several factors, including USD 30 billion in foreign inflows this year, primarily driven by investments in local bonds following India’s inclusion in a significant J.P. Morgan index. SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY INS Samarthak: 1st ship of L&T’s Multi-Purpose Vessel Launched in Chennai On 14th October 2024, Larsen & Toubro (L&T) launched the first of class Multi-Purpose Vessel (MPV) Yard No. 18001 named Indian Naval Ship (INS) Samarthak, built for the Indian Navy (IN), from L&T Kattupalli Shipyard near Chennai, Tamil Nadu(TN). The vessel was launched by Shashi Tripathi, President-Navy Wives Welfare Association(NWWA), in the presence of the Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi. Note: The name ‘Samarthak,’ meaning ‘Supporter,’ aptly reflects the vessel’s intended multi-faceted operational roles. Background: i.The Ministry of Defence (MoD) and Chennai (Tamil Nadu) Based L&T Shipbuilding Limited signed a contract for the construction of 2 MPVs on 25th March 2022. ii.The launch of INS Samarthak is in line with that contract. Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 28  Daily Content PDF Indian Naval Ship (INS) Samarthak (MPV): i.The MPV is 106 meters long and 16.8 meters wide, capable of reaching a top speed of 15 knots. ii.It is designed to tow other vessels, which is essential for naval operations. This capability allows it to assist in maneuvering disabled ships back to safety or to support naval exercises. iii.It can launch and recover training targets, which are crucial for conducting drills and exercises to improve the skills of naval personnel. Launching training targets allows naval personnel to practice in conditions that closely mimic real-world situations. These targets can represent enemy vessels or specific threats, helping crews prepare for various combat scenarios. iv.It is designed to use uncrewed autonomous vehicles (UAVs), which help with surveillance and gathering information. These UAVs can do their job without putting anyone at risk. Using UAVs allows the Navy to cover more area, helping them keep a closer watch on activities at sea and stay alert in important locations. v.Another vital role of the MPV is to serve as trial platform for testing indigenous weapons and sensors currently under development. This capability is essential for the Navy to evaluate new technologies and systems before their formal integration into naval operations. About Indian Navy (IN): Chief of Naval Staff (CNS)- Dinesh K Tripathi Founded- 1950 Motto– “Sam no Varunah” (“Be auspicious unto us Oh Varuna”) IMPORTANT DAYS World Day Against The Death Penalty 2024 – October 10 World Day Against the Death Penalty is annually observed across the globe on October 10th to raise awareness about the death penalty and to demand its abolition. 10th October 2024 marks the observance of the 22nd World Day Against the Death Penalty. The theme of World Day Against the Death Penalty 2024 is “Death Penalty and Safety”. Background: i.The World Day Against the Death Penalty was initiated by the World Coalition Against the Death Penalty (WCADP), with the support of numerous organisations like Amnesty International, the United Nations(UN), and the European Union(EU) and Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) ii.The first-ever World Day Against the Death Penalty was observed in 2003. Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 29  Daily Content PDF Amnesty International Global Report i.According to the Amnesty International global report titled ‘Death sentences and executions in 2023’ Abolition: 112 countries have abolished death penalty for all crimes, while 9 countries have abolished the death penalty for ordinary crimes only and 23 countries haven’t carried out an execution in last 10 years. Retention: 55 countries (including India) have retained the practice of executing the death penalty. The top 5 countries with the most capital punishment execution in 2023 are China followed by Iran, Saudi Arabia, Somalia and the USA. ii.According to recent statistics by Amnesty International,27,687 persons are facing the threat of capital punishment globally. Amnesty International recorded at least 1,153 executions in 16 countries – a 31% increase from the 883 executions in 20 countries in 2022. Death Sentence in India: i.At the end of 2023, 120 death sentences were imposed by trial courts and 561 prisoners were living under a sentence of death in India. ii.In India capital punishment is the highest legal punishment, where a person is executed by hanging. About Amnesty International : Secretary -General – Agnès Callamard Headquarters– London, United Kingdom(UK) Established– 1961. 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