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Defense
S-400 Missile System: Latest in Current Affairs
In order to improve India’s air defense capabilities, Russia has begun delivering the S-400 missile system to the country. The S-400 Triumf is a mobile Surface to air (SAM) system. In 2018, India purchased five S-400 systems, for which it paid the first $800 million installments in 2019. In 2021, Russia began deliveries for deployment on schedule. The S-400 is widely regarded as the world’s most sophisticated air-defense system. The missile can defend itself against missiles, rockets, cruise missiles, and airplanes from within its air defense bubble. China has this technology, which is installed along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh during a military stalemate with India. The 30K6E administrative system organizes S-400 missile systems. It has a range of 400 kilometers.
Important days
International Day for Tolerance: Latest Current Affairs Today
The International Day of Tolerance is observed every year on November 16th. This day was set aside by the United Nations to promote public awareness about the effects of intolerance. The United Nations declared 1995 to be the Year of Tolerance. On November 16, 1995, UNESCO issued the Declaration of Principles on Tolerance for the first time. As part of this yearly commemoration, UNESCO established an award to recognize persons who, by their actions and efforts in disciplines like the arts, science, and culture, have contributed to the development of the spirit of tolerance or nonviolence. The “UNESCO-Madanjeet Singh Prize” is the name of the prize.
National
Rajya Sainik Board: Today Current Affairs in English
The creation of a new Rajya Sainik Board for Ladakh has been approved by the Centre. The Board will act as a critical link between the Centre and Ladakh’s administration. Ex-servicemen, war widows, widows, and non-combatants, as well as serving troops and their families, will get advice from the Rajya Sainik Board. The Zila Sainik Welfare Offices in Leh and Kargil will be managed by the newly constituted Rajya Sainik Board. The Raksha Mantri Ex-Servicemen Benefit Fund’s welfare programs, as well as ex-welfare servicemen’s and resettlement, are all accessible through the Board. The formation of the Rajya Sainik Board in Ladakh will benefit around 60,000 retired and current army troops.
Rashtra Raksha Samarpan Parv: 17 November 2021 Current Affairs
The three-day Rastra Raksha Samarpan Parv in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, will be inaugurated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on November 17. After inaugurating the event at Mukt Kashi Manch, Mr. Singh will address the crowd. At Hathi Ground, the Defence Minister will also open the Armed Forces Equipment Display and the Indian Air Force Air Show. According to our source, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address would bring the Parv to a close on Friday. On the same day as Rani Lakshmi Bai’s birth anniversary, Mr. Modi will dedicate numerous new Defense Ministry projects to the country in a magnificent event to be held in the confines of Jhansi Fort.
Schemes
‘Duare Ration’ Scheme: Daily GK Current Affairs
Mamata Banerjee, the Chief Minister of West Bengal, launched the “Duare Ration Scheme” on November 16, 2021. Around 10 crore individuals in the state would benefit from the Duare Ration (ration at doorstep) initiative. The government has also agreed to increase ration sellers’ commission from Rs 75 to Rs 150 per quintal of food grains. Ten crore individuals would receive their rations at their doorstep on a monthly basis under the plan. Each dealer will be able to choose at least two people to assist them with ration distribution. They would be given a monthly wage of Rs 10,000, with the government paying Rs 5,000 and the dealer covering the rest.
Science & Technology
“Tech NEEV@75”: Current Affairs 2021
During part of the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, the Ministry of Science and Technology released “Tech NEEV@75” on November 15, 2021. “Tech NEEV@ 75” is a year-long commemoration of the role of science, technology, and innovation (STI) in enabling communities to achieve equitable and inclusive economic growth. On this occasion, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh met with successful start-ups, including those from tribal communities. According to the minister, the Central Government would create 30 Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) Hubs for Scheduled Tribes (STs) across the country by the end of 2022. These STI centers will help tribal communities enhance their scientific capacity as well as their overall socioeconomic progress.
Summits & Conference
Global Innovation Summit: Today GK Affairs
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will officially open the First Global Innovation Summit in the Pharmaceuticals Sector through video conference on November 18 at 4 p.m. Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Minister of Chemicals and Fertilizers, will also be present. This is a one-of-a-kind project that will bring together key Indian and foreign stakeholders from government, business, academia, investors, and researchers to discuss and design goals for keeping a healthy innovation ecosystem in India’s pharmaceuticals industry. It will also highlight the prospects in the rapidly growing Indian pharmaceutical business. The two-day Summit will feature 12 sessions and over 40 national and international speakers will discuss topics such as the regulatory environment, funding for innovation, and industry-academic collaboration.
