14th September, 2023

1. India and the United Kingdom (UK) has announced the launch of the UK-India Infrastructure Financing Bridge (UKIIFB) during the 12th Round of Ministerial India-UK Economic and Financial Dialogue (EFD) held in New Delhi.
2. Ministry of Education (MoE) and Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) along with Chief Minister (CM) of Uttarakhand has inaugurated the Vidya Samiksha Kendra (VSK) in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
3. Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs(IICA) has organised a workshop on Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) in collaboration with UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund) and National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) at the NSE premises in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
4. Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) has extended the relaxation for the provision of requirement of indigenous domestic content requirement (DCR) under Component C of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Surakshaevam Utthaan Mahabhiyan Yojana(PM-KUSUM Scheme) till 31st March 2024.
5. India is preparing Matsya-6000 for exploring deep oceans as part of India’s ‘Samudrayaan’
6. The Nipah Virushas made a resurgence in Kerala, India.
7. Ministry of Jal Shakti’s Department of Water Resources, River Development, and Ganga Rejuvenation is organizing the International Conference on Dam Safety in Jaipur.
8. A new cybercrime investigation tool called TTPs (tactics, techniques and procedures)-based cybercrime investigation framework is being developed.
9. Madhya Pradesh Government has changed the name of the state-run housing scheme, earlier known as Mukhyamantri Antyodaya Awas Yojana, to Mukhyamantri Ladli Bahna Awas Yojana.
10. The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet has approved the Mob Lynching Victim Compensation Scheme, which aims to provide compensation and relief to victims and their dependents in cases of mob violence.
11. Uttar Pradesh government has introduced the Nandini Krishak Samriddhi Yojana under the Nand Baba Mission to enhance cattle breeds and boost milk production in the state.
12. Cashfree Payments India Private Limited in collaboration with National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has launched “AutoPay on QR (Quick Response)”, a feature enabling customer onboarding through a 2-step process.
13. ‘Mastercard’ with the support from the Ministry of Tourism and Invest India has launched com to explore India’s history and culture.
14. Hindalco Industries Limitedhas signed a technology partnership with Italy-based Metra SpAto manufacture high-precision extruded products for high-speed aluminium rail coaches in India.
15. Tata Sons-owned Air India has launched “Project Abhinandan” to provide personalised and hassle free ground experience for its passengers.
16. Union Minister Rajnath Singh, Ministry of Defence has inaugurated 90 infrastructure projects constructed by Border Road Organisation (BRO) at a ceremony organised by the BRO at Devak Bridge on Bishnah-Kaulpur-Phulpur Road in Jammu and Kashmir.
17. The Border Roads Organisation(BRO) has announced plans to construct the world’s highest fighter airfield in the Nyoma region of Ladakh.
18. Indian Air Force (IAF) has officially received the first C-295 transport plane during a ceremony in Seville, Spain.
19. 7 September- World Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Day 2023 (10th edition)
20. India’s Kiran Georgehas won the men’s singles title at the BNI Indonesia Masters 2023.
21. Ministry of Labour and Employment (MoLE) has signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) with various job portals, employers, and skill providers to integrate with its National Career Service (NCS) portal.
22. United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) have signed a 5-yearMemorandum of Understanding (MoU) on technical cooperation for the joint development of data-driven innovations in agriculture and food systems to support smallholder farmers.
23. Geological Survey of India Training Institute (GSITI) in Hyderabad has signed a 5-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) as part of the National Natural Resources Management System (NNRMS) programme.
24. Delhi Metro Rail Corporation and Bharat Electronics Limited BEL) have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop an indigenous communication-based train control (i-CBTC) system.

National News

1. Indiaand the United Kingdom (UK) has announced the launch of the UK-India Infrastructure Financing Bridge (UKIIFB) during the 12th Round of Ministerial India-UK Economic and Financial Dialogue (EFD) held in New Delhi.
   • The infrastructure financing bridge, a collaboration between the Niti Aayog and City of London Corporation, aims to harness their expertise to implement major infrastructure projects.
   • The initiative signifies the continuing commitment of both nations to work in close cooperation toward unlocking substantial infrastructure investment opportunities in India.
   • The initiative will also provide expertise and investment to support the National Infrastructure Pipeline of India.
     Source: ET

2. Ministry of Education (MoE) and Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) along with Chief Minister (CM) of Uttarakhand has inaugurated the Vidya Samiksha Kendra (VSK) in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
   • VSK is a technology-based and modern data-driven model that aims to enhance the learning outcomes of Uttarakhand’s 23.50 lakh school students of Uttarakhand.
   • The Education Department of the Government of Gujarat set up India’s first VSK in 2019 as a prototype, aimed at leveraging data and technology to bring a transformation in learning outcomes.
     Source: ET
3. Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs(IICA) has organised a workshop on Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) in collaboration with UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund) and National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) at the NSE premises in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
   What is BRSR framework?
   • It is based on the 9 principles of the National Guidelines for Responsible Business Conduct (NGRBC).
   • It mandates the top 1000 listed companies to report their Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) performance, showcasing their dedication to responsible business conduct.
     Source: PIB
4. Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) has extended the relaxation for the provision of requirement of indigenous domestic content requirement (DCR) under Component C of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Surakshaevam Utthaan Mahabhiyan Yojana(PM-KUSUM Scheme) till 31st March 2024.
   Domestic content requirement

   • It mandates the use of both solar cells and modules manufactured domestically as per specifications and testing requirements fixed by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE).
   • It was incorporated into the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission (JNNSM) or National Solar Mission (NSM) adopted in 2010 with the objective of developing domestic solar manufacturing and making India a solar manufacturing hub.

5. India is preparing Matsya-6000 for exploring deep oceans as part of India’s ‘Samudrayaan’
   Matsya – 6000
   • It is a manned submersible vehicledeveloped by the National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT), Chennai. 
   • It was developed under the Samudrayaan mission, under Ministry of Earth Sciences to facilitate humans in the deep ocean in exploring mineral resources.
   • It is designed with the capability of operating in the deep sea for 12 hours while in case of emergency, it can also operate up to 96 hours with all the necessary measures for human safety.
   • Expected to be launched in 2024-25, it would make India only one among six countries (US, Russia, Japan, France, and China) to have piloted a crewed under-sea expedition beyond 5,000 metres.
     Sources: FE
6. The Nipah Virus has made a resurgence in Kerala, India.
   About the Virus
   • It is azoonotic virus (it is transmitted from animals to humans).
   • It first broke out in Malaysia and Singaporein 1998 and 1999.
   • Itfirst appeared in domestic pigs and has been found among several species of domestic animals including dogs, cats, goats, horses and sheep.
   • The disease spreads through fruit batsor ‘flying foxes’.
   • The virus is present in bat urineand potentially, bat faeces, saliva, and birthing fluids.
   • Currently, there are no vaccines for both humans and animals.Intensive supportive care is given to humans infected by the Nipah virus.
   • Mortality among the infected people is very high in Nipah – between 40 and 70%.
     Source: IE

7. Ministry of Jal Shakti’s Department of Water Resources, River Development, and Ganga Rejuvenation is organizing the International Conference on Dam Safety in Jaipur.
   • Theme: “Safe & Secure Dams Ensure Nation’s Prosperity”
   • Professionals from across the nation and about fifteen countries are expected to participate in the conference.
   • There are over 6,000 dams in India and it is ranked third globally in terms of large dams. Approximately 80% of these dams are over 25 years of age.
   • The conference aims to provide a major platform for experts to come together and debate cutting-edge topics in dam safety and management.
     Source: icds

   
   
8. A new cybercrime investigation tool called TTPs (tactics, techniques and procedures)-based cybercrime investigation framework is being developed.
   • The tool will help in tracking and classifying cybercrimes identifying chain of evidences required to solve the case and in mapping evidences onto the framework to convict criminals.
   • It is developed by IIT Kanpur’s c3ihub with support from the Department of Science and Technology (DST) under the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber Physical Systems (NM-ICPS).
     Source: PIB

   
   

State News

1. Madhya Pradesh Government has changed the name of the state-run housing scheme, earlier known as Mukhyamantri Antyodaya Awas Yojana, to Mukhyamantri Ladli Bahna Awas Yojana.
   Source: ANI
2. The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet has approved the Mob Lynching Victim Compensation Scheme, which aims to provide compensation and relief to victims and their dependents in cases of mob violence.
   • Compensation would be Rs 10 lakh for a victim’s family in case of death, and that there would be provisions for Rs 4-6 lakh compensation to injured victims.
     Source: IE
3. Uttar Pradesh government has introduced the Nandini Krishak Samriddhi Yojana under the Nand Baba Mission to enhance cattle breeds and boost milk production in the state.
   • The scheme aims to improve cow breeds, particularly Sahiwal, Gir, Tharparkar, and Gangatiri, to increase milk production and the income of dairy farmers.
   • The government will provide a 50% subsidy on the estimated cost of Rs 62.5 lakh for establishing a unit of 25 milch cows, with a maximum subsidy of Rs 31.25 lakh per beneficiary.
   • The scheme will be implemented initially in 10 divisional headquarters in the state.
   • Beneficiaries must have at least 3 years of cattle farming experience and meet specific land requirements for eligibility.
     Source: BS

   
   

Banking and Economy

1. Cashfree Payments India Private Limited in collaboration with National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has launched “AutoPay on QR (Quick Response)”, a feature enabling customer onboarding through a 2-step process.
   • The 2 step process will involve scanning the QR code and approving an e-mandate through Unified Payments Interface (UPI) apps.
   • ‘AutoPay on QR’ will eliminate the necessity to download an app or register on the website and directly activates a unique subscription for each customer.
     Source: HBL
2. ‘Mastercard’ with the support from the Ministry of Tourism and Invest India has launched com to explore India’s history and culture.
   • com is an extension of Mastercard’s global priceless platform that offers exclusive experiences and privileges to Mastercard cardholders around the world.
   • It will support the “Dekho Apna Desh” initiative of the Tourism Ministry.
     • The initiative was introduced in budget 2023, and aims to promote domestic tourism and encourage people to explore the rich cultural heritage and diversity of India.
       Source: ET
3. Hindalco Industries Limitedhas signed a technology partnership with Italy-based Metra SpA to manufacture high-precision extruded products for high-speed aluminium rail coaches in India.
   • Extruded aluminium is important in the railway industry because it combines weight reduction and mechanical strength.
   • Hindalco plans to invest 2,000 crores in making passenger coaches for the Vande Bharat trains and this technology partnership will provide cutting-edge technology for this effort.
     Source: LM

   
   
4. Tata Sons-owned Air India has launched “Project Abhinandan” to provide personalised and hassle free ground experience for its passengers.
   • As part of the Project Abhinandan, specially trained Service Assurance Officers (SAOs) will be stationed at 16major airports in India to provide support and assistance to Air India guests.
     Source: ToI

Defence News

1. Union Minister Rajnath Singh, Ministry of Defence has inaugurated 90 infrastructure projects constructed by Border Road Organisation (BRO) at a ceremony organised by the BRO at Devak Bridge on Bishnah-Kaulpur-Phulpur Road in Jammu and Kashmir.
   • The projects have been constructed in 11 border States and Union Territories of India.
   • The BRO completed the construction of these projects with Rs 2941 crores in less time frame using state-of-the-art technology.
     Source: LM
   
   
2. The Border Roads Organisation(BRO) has announced plans to construct the world’s highest fighter airfield in the Nyoma region of Ladakh.
   Source: ET
3. Indian Air Force (IAF) has officially received the first C-295 transport plane during a ceremony in Seville, Spain.
   • In September 2021, India had formalised the acquisition of 56 Airbus C295 aircraft to replace the legacy Avro fleet of the IAF at a cost of Rs 21,935 crore.
   • The first 16 aircraft will be manufactured in Spain, while the subsequent 40 will be produced through a joint venture between Tata and Airbus in Gujarat.
     Source: IE

Important Days

1. 7 September- World Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Day 2023 (10th edition)
   • Purpose: To increase awareness of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), a rare genetic disorder affecting muscles.
     Source: PIB

Sports

1. India’s Kiran Georgehas won the men’s singles title at the BNI Indonesia Masters 2023.
   • BNI Indonesia Masters 2023 is the Badminton World Federation(BWF) World Tour Super 100 tournament.
   • This win marks Kiran George’s second BWF Super 100 title after he won his maiden title at the Odisha Open in 2022.

Source: Olympics.com

Memorandum of Understanding

1. Ministry of Labour and Employment (MoLE) has signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) with various job portals, employers, and skill providers to integrate with its National Career Service (NCS) portal.
   • The collaboration will allow private job portals to share their job openings on the NCS platform, expanding employment opportunities for registered jobseekers of NCS.
   • This partnership is set to benefit over 30 lakh eShram registered workers in the unorganized sector who have joined NCS.
   • NCS is a mission mode project under the Ministry of Labour and Employment, Govt. of India that provides a host of career-related services across the country.
     Source: PIB
2. United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) have signed a 5-yearMemorandum of Understanding (MoU) on technical cooperation for the joint development of data-driven innovations in agriculture and food systems to support small holder farmers.
   • The partnership aims at enhancing and disseminating collaborative digital public goods like DiCRA (Data in Climate Resilient Agriculture).
   • DiCRA provides open access to key geospatial datasets pertinent to climate resilient agriculture.
     Source: UNDP

3. Geological Survey of India Training Institute (GSITI) in Hyderabad has signed a 5-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) as part of the National Natural Resources Management System (NNRMS) programme.
   • NNRMS is an integrated natural resource management system of India which aggregates the data about natural resources from the remote sensing satellites and other conventional techniques.
     Source: BS

   
   
4. Delhi Metro Rail Corporation and Bharat Electronics Limited(BEL) have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop an indigenous communication-based train control (i-CBTC) system.
   • i-CBTC is a modern communication based system that uses radio communication to transfer timely and accurate train control information
     Source: ET

   
   

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