State PCS

• 06 Jan 2023

Mau's Dakshayani Pandey's Car Security Model

Why In News?

On January 5, 2023, Dakshayani Pandey (17 years), daughter of a poor farmer in Mau district of Uttar Pradesh, was selected on the basis of her car safety model with a 100% scholarship at Stanford University in California, USA. She is currently studying in class 12.

Key Points

• It is noteworthy that after seeing the incident of the death of an innocent in the car due to suffocation on television, a distressed Dakshayani Pandey created a model of car safety, which the whole world is amazed to see and hear. Influenced by this model, he got a call from Stanford University.
• Dakshayani Pandey will leave for the US in September 2023 for bio-engineering and entrepreneurship on a scholarship.
• They have created a safety setup for 'Mission Protector' cars. It activates as the carbon dioxide level in the vehicle increases and rolls the car window to allow fresh air inside. In fact, if the car is running and its glass is closed, carbon dioxide gas accumulates inside it. Due to this, the lives of people sitting in the car are in danger. But the specialty of the mission protector is that as soon as the amount of carbon dioxide in the car increases, it will immediately alert and automatically the glass of the car will go down.
• Dakshayani first showcased her model at the India at 75 National Ideathan-2021 held at IIT Delhi, in which her model stood first. She will patent her 'Mission Protector'.

First Plant to Make Coal from Waste in Banaras

Why In News?

On January 4, 2023, Ajay Ram, executive engineer of Banaras Municipal Corporation of Uttar Pradesh, said that Banaras, famous for religion and culture, will now give the country a plant to make coal from waste. The first plant to make coal from waste is under construction at Ramna in Banaras.

Key Points

• Engineer Ajay Ram said that after the start of the plant at Ramna in Banaras, 200 tonnes of coal will be produced from 600 tonnes of waste per day. This will be the first plant in the country to make coal from waste, which is being constructed by NTPC. Coal will be made from waste in the plant. Its successful test was done in October 2022.
• NTPC is conducting technical testing of one unit of the plant as per the prescribed standards. The first unit of the plant will be commissioned by the end of June. After production, coal will be sold to the concerned companies in the surrounding districts.
• Varanasi generates 600 tonnes of garbage per day on normal days and 800 tonnes on special occasions. It is transported by large trucks to garbage disposal plants outside the city.
• He said that if this project is successful on a three-year trial, then the plant will be set up in other states as well. The plant is being built keeping in mind the next 25 years. The plant will have a capacity to process more than 800 tonnes of waste. The plant is targeted to be commissioned by December 2023.

Bihar will Soon be Linked to TAF-COP Portal

Why In News?

On January 5, 2023, Senior Deputy Director General of The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) of Bihar, Girjesh Kumar Mishra, said that Bihar will be connected to TAF-COP (Telecom Analytics for Fraud Management and Consumer Protection) portal as soon as possible, so that mobile users of the state will be able to find out how many mobile SIM connections are active in your name and how many of them were taken on fake IDs and when. is being used.

Key Points

• Girjesh Kumar Mishra said that there are reports of the use of fake SIMs in cyber-crime and anti-national activities, especially in the border areas of Nepal, Raxaul, Purnea, Katihar, Kishanganj, Sitamarhi etc.
• He said that TAF-COP (Telecom Analytics for Fraud Management and Consumer Protection) portal has been specially linked to the North East State.
• The TAF-COP portal was launched in Andhra Pradesh in 2020. So far, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Rajasthan, Telangana, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Mizoram, Jammu and Kashmir and Tripura have been connected to TAF-COP.
• Senior Deputy Director General of DoT said that the data of the state where this portal has to be started is collected and tested. This process takes two to three months. It is being implemented by selecting one state each.
• He said that as soon as the Aadhaar number is entered on the portal, the mobile holder will know how many SIMs are active in his name. Through the portal, consumers can shut down the fraudulently operated SIM connection. For this, the company will have to make a request. After that, the case of the concerned consumer will be thoroughly investigated and if the case is found to be true, the fake connection will be closed.

Chief Minister Inaugurated the State Level Tribal Sports Competition

Why In News?

On January 5, 2023, Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot inaugurated the state-level tribal sports competition at Gandhi Ground in Udaipur district of the state.

Key Points

• Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot said that the state government is continuously organizing high-level sports competitions to encourage sports and sportspersons, which has created a positive atmosphere for sports in the state for the first time since independence and a new sports culture has developed.
• In order to encourage sports, the state government has decided to give 2 percent reservation in government jobs along with out-of-turn appointments to medal winning players. The prize money of sportspersons who have won medals in international competitions has been increased to Rs 3 crore.
• The government is working to provide good facilities, coaches and environment to the identified talents through sports events and training camps, so that they can perform well at the national and international level.
• Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot said that for the first time, 30 lakh players participated in the Rajiv Gandhi Rural Olympic Games, including 10 lakh women players. After the Rural Olympics, the Urban Olympic Games are now starting from January 26. The work of identifying sports talent from such events is being done.
• He said that this time the budget will be dedicated to the youth and students. In the coming budget, proper provisions will be made for the development of tribal areas and the players were called upon to continuously improve their sports skills through training camps and competitions so that excellent players emerge from every district.
• On this occasion, the Chief Minister also announced to open sports schools in Udaipur on the lines of Jaipur and Jodhpur, so that the sports talent of the area will get high level training from childhood.
• Apart from this, he also announced the launch of a month-long special summer training camp for tribal sportspersons.

Chief Minister Inaugurated Seva Shram and Potter's Kiln Flyover in Udaipur

Why In News?

On January 5, 2023, Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot inaugurated two Seva Shram's and Potter's Kiln flyover on the busiest road of the city, giving a big gift to Udaipur district of the state.

Key Points

• Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot said that with the operation of both flyovers in Udaipur, the traffic pressure in the surrounding area will be reduced and the city dwellers will be able to commute.
• In Udaipur, Seva Shram flyover has been constructed at a cost of Rs 19.55 crore and Potter's Kiln flyover at a cost of Rs 19.86 crore.

Khelo India Youth Games-2022 Mascot and Torch will be Unveiled

Why In News?

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said that the mascot, torch and anthem of Khelo India Youth Games-2022 will be unveiled in a colorful program at Shaurya Smarak in Bhopal on January 7 .

Key Points

• Madhya Pradesh is hosting the fifth edition of Khelo India Youth Games-2022. In this grand sports event to be held from January 30 to February 11, 6 thousand players will excel in 23 game venues of 8 different cities for 13 days.
• The fifth edition of Khelo India Youth Games will be held in eight cities of the state - Bhopal, Indore, Ujjain, Gwalior, Jabalpur, Mandla, Balaghat and Khargone (Maheshwar). A game (cycling) will be held in Delhi.
• For the first time, water sports i.e. kayaking-canoeing, canoeing and fencing competitions will be part of this edition of Khelo India Games.
• 303 international and 1089 national officials will participate in Khelo India Youth Games 5.0. About 2,000 volunteers will be stationed at different game venues for Khelo India.

Chief Minister Inaugurated Animation and Multimedia Lab of Gurugram University

Why In News?

Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar today inaugurated the Animation and Multimedia Lab of Gurugram University in Gurugram district of the state.

Key Points

• Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Mr. Manohar Lal said that in view of the immense employment potential and demand of time, the introduction of BSc (Animation) course by Gurugram University is a commendable initiative.
• Vice-Chancellor of Gurugram University Prof. Dinesh Kumar said that a state-of-the-art computing lab has been developed with the aim of providing practical education of animation and multimedia to the students. Through this, students will get training in making 3D animated digital objects in animation film making and special effects etc.
• The Vice Chancellor apprised the Chief Minister that a three-year BSc Animation and Multimedia course is being run by the University. New facilities are being developed to provide all kinds of practical knowledge to the students according to the industrial needs in the curriculum. This will give students a better opportunity to hone their skills and enable them to take advantage of employment opportunities in the field of animation and graphics designing.
• On this occasion, the Chief Minister also digitally laid the foundation stone of the teaching block of the university being constructed at a cost of Rs 44 crore in Sector-87, about 15 km from Gurugram.

Chamber of Farmers

Why In News?

On January 5, 2023, Jharkhand's Horticulture Director Nisha Oraon wrote a letter to all deputy commissioners informing them that a 'Chamber of Farmers' will be formed for the farmers of Dhanbad district of the state.

Key Points

• Garden Director Nisha Oraon said that under the 'One District, One Product' in Dhanbad, this year the focus will be on the production and marketing of coarse grains, for which a chamber of farmers will be formed.
• The state government has also issued a resolution regarding the Chamber of Farmers, for which Rs 210 lakh has been approved as a grant and all the DCs have been asked to form it through the District Horticulture Officer.
• The main objective of the formation of the Chamber of Farmers is to promote the possibility of market linkage between farmers and businessmen. For this, preparations are also underway to form a district level cooperation committee.
• Its entire committee will soon be formed for the process of formation of the Chamber of Farmers. In addition to some departmental officers, progressive farmers will be included in this.

Border Tourism will Populate Border Villages in Uttarakhand

Why In News?

On January 5, 2023, Dr. S.S Negi, Vice-Chairman of Uttarakhand's Rural Development and Migration Prevention Commission, told that the Uttarakhand government is going to take initiative to start 'Border Tourism' scheme to populate the border villages of the state.

Key Points

• For this, the details of the scheme have been submitted by the state to the Secretariat of the National Security Council. After getting the green signal from the Centre, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has instructed the Rural Development and Migration Prevention Commission to prepare the blueprint of the scheme.
• Dr. S.S. Negi told that in order to populate the border villages of the state, the state government has selected four blocks of Uttarakhand namely Bhatwadi in Uttarkashi, Joshimath in Chamoli and Munsiyari and Dharchula in Pithoragarh for border tourism. The Rural Development and Migration Prevention Commission is preparing a detailed report in this regard.
• It is known that till now tourists are given inner line permits by the district magistrate to go to the border areas. Nelang and Jadung, two villages in the Ganga valley of Uttarkashi district, have been deserted for 60 years. It is also part of Gangotri national park. To go to this area, separate permission has to be taken from the Forest Department. The possibility of further simplifying this process of permission is being explored.
• According to an official of the Rural Development and Migration Prevention Commission, most of the border villages are covered with snow for six months. Home stays will be prepared along with promoting agricultural products here. New tourist destinations will be identified. Local people will be encouraged in every work related to tourism.
• Dr. S.S. Negi said that on the instructions of the Chief Minister, a report is being prepared to promote border tourism. The government wants the border villages to be revived, but before that, resources will have to be mobilized to meet the needs of the people there. Border tourism can be an effective policy in this direction.
• It is noteworthy that 345 km between India and China is located in Uttarakhand. There is a long border. In the Indo-China war of 1962, many villages of Uttarkashi, Chamoli and Pithoragarh were evacuated. Many of these villages are still deserted today. These villages bordering the country worked like a watchdog.
• Military experts believe that settlement close to the border is important from the security point of view. In view of this, the possibilities of border tourism in the border areas are being explored. Experts believe that tourism activities can be promoted until it is possible to settle people there.

Champawat's Banbasa Police Station is Among the Top Three Police Stations in the Country

Why In News?

On January 5, 2023, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami shared this information on Twitter and said that the Union Home Ministry has made Banbasa police station in Champawat district of Uttarakhand bordering Nepal among the top three police stations in the country.

Key Points

• Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that this is a big achievement for Uttarakhand Police, as Banbasa police station of Champawat district has been selected from about 16 thousand police stations in the country. At present, 160 police stations are operational in the state.
• Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami is also an MLA from Champawat.
• According to sources in the police department, Banbasa police station has been included in the list of best due to better law and order, speedy disposal of cases, computerization and other parameters.
• Union Home Minister Amit Shah will present the award to Station House Officer (SHO) Laxman Singh Jagwan at the DGP conference on January 20. Which ranking will be given in the first three will be announced on the same day.
• Champawat District SP Devendra Pincha confirmed the award. In the year 2022 also, Banbasa police station got the seventh rank in the country.
• It is noteworthy that the Union Home Ministry determines the top police stations on parameters such as crime control and treatment of common citizens.
• SP Devendra Pincha told that there is legal movement from Banbasa to Nepal. On an average, there is movement of more than three thousand domestic and foreign people daily. This police station and the Banbasa Sharda Barrage police outpost, built three decades ago, have played a great role in curbing human trafficking and drug trafficking from the Banbasa border.