Addapedia Odisha | Daily Current Affairs | 04 June 2024

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Addapedia Odisha – Daily Current Affairs – 04 June 2024

National and International News
Postal Ballot	Why in the news? The opposition recently urged the Election Commission to prioritize the counting of postal ballots before finalizing the counting of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). They cited concerns over a guideline change implemented in 2019. About Postal Ballot: Postal ballot voting enables eligible voters to submit their votes via mail, providing a convenient option for those unable to visit polling places in person. Eligibility Criteria: Service Voters: Members of the armed forces. Paramilitary forces personnel. Government employees assigned to election duties away from home. Electors on Election Duty: Government officials. Polling staff working at polling stations outside their home areas. Preventive Detention: Electors under preventive detention orders during the election period. Essential Service Workers: Authorized media personnel. Railway and healthcare workers. Absentee Voters: Individuals unable to vote in person due to work commitments, illness, or disability. Senior Citizens and PwDs: Senior citizens aged 80 and above. Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), applicable in the 2020 Delhi Assembly elections.
PraVaHa	Why in news? The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has developed a sophisticated Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software named Parallel RANS Solver for Aerospace Vehicle Aero-thermo-dynamic Analysis (PraVaHa). This software was developed at ISRO’s Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC). About PraVaHa: Capabilities: Simulates external and internal flows on: Launch vehicles, Winged and non-winged re-entry vehicles. Essential for initial aerodynamic design studies, evaluating numerous configurations. Significance Aerospace vehicles face severe aerodynamic and aerothermal loads during launch or re-entry. Understanding airflow around aircraft, rocket bodies, or Crew Module (CM) is crucial for designing shape, structure, and Thermal Protection System (TPS). Role of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD): Predicts aerodynamic and aerothermal loads. Numerically solves conservation equations of mass, momentum, and energy, along with the equation of state. Application in Gaganyaan Program: Used extensively for aerodynamic analysis of human-rated launch vehicles: HLVM3 Crew Escape System (CES) Crew Module (CM) Operational Capabilities Simulates airflow for Perfect Gas and Real Gas conditions.
“Bank Clinic” initiative	Why in the news? The All India Bank Employees’ Association (AIBEA) has launched the “Bank Clinic” initiative to help bank customers with grievance redressal. About “Bank Clinic” initiative: Objective: Assist bank customers with grievance redressal amid the rapid expansion of technology and RBI guidelines on retail banking. Nature: Non-resolving advisory platform guiding customers on remedies available per RBI guidelines. Registration: Customers register their complaints on the Bank Clinic website. Response Time: Customers receive a reply within five working days. Guidance Provided: Detailed remedies and relevant RBI guidelines for specific issues. Additional Channel: Serves alongside the normal Banking Ombudsman process. Goal: Ensure timely and effective redressal of customer issues. Limitation: Guides customers but does not directly resolve queries.
Virus-like Particles (VLPs)	Why in news? Scientists at the Institute of Advanced Virology (IAV), Thiruvananthapuram, made a significant advancement. They developed a novel method for generating non-infectious Nipah virus-like particles (VLPs). This development was achieved in a laboratory setting. About Virus-like Particles (VLPs): Definition: VLPs are molecules that resemble viruses but are non-infectious due to the absence of viral genetic material. Use in Vaccines: VLPs are used to create vaccines for diseases such as HPV, hepatitis B, malaria, and more. Mechanism: VLPs mimic real viral molecules, triggering an immune response without causing disease symptoms. After the immune response, the body recognizes and can prevent future infections by the actual virus, providing immunity.
Chang’e-6	Why in news? China’s space agency announced a successful moon mission. An uncrewed spacecraft landed on the far side of the moon. About Chang’e-6: Mission Name: Chang’e-6 Objective: First human sampling and return mission from the far side of the moon Landing Site: South Pole-Aitken Basin on the back of the moon Historical Context: Marks the second successful mission to the far side of the moon China first accomplished this with Chang’e-4 probe in 2019

Odisha Regional Specific News
Khan Academy Programme in 4,000 Government High Schools in Odisha	Context: The Odisha state government plans to implement the Khan Academy mathematics programme for Class IX and X students in approximately 4,000 government high schools starting from the 2024-25 academic session. Key points: Last year, the government collaborated with the Delhi-based Khan Academy, a well-known online education platform, to enhance mathematics and science education in Odia medium high schools. This initiative aims to better prepare Odia medium students for both state and national level competitive exams.
Maushumi Lata Padhi	Context: Maushumi Lata Padhi has been appointed as the Regional Employees Provident Fund Commissioner for the Odisha zone, making her the first Odia woman to achieve this prestigious position. About: Maushumi Lata Padhi brings over 30 years of experience in public service. She has worked extensively in women’s welfare schemes at the grassroots level. Her expertise includes managing the public distribution system and enforcing the EPF Act and related schemes across the country. Padhi has substantial experience in human resources management. Personal Mission: Padhi is passionate about empowering women and giving a voice to the voiceless. She is dedicated to extending social security benefits like EPF, Pension, and ESIC. She emphasizes compassion and empathy in her training programs, aiming to make a positive impact on society.
Agnipath: A Major Scheme For Maintaining Youth Profile In Defence	Context: General Anil Chauhan, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), emphasized the significance of the ‘Agnipath’ scheme during his visit to INS Chilika in Odisha. He urged the Agniveers to concentrate on their training to evolve into proficient sea warriors equipped with technological prowess. About: Introduced in 2022, the Agnipath scheme was designed to recruit individuals for the Army, Navy, and Indian Air Force (IAF) on four-year contracts, which include six months of training. Currently, all sailors, airmen, and soldiers, except for the technical cadre of the medical branch, are brought into the services under this scheme. Upon completion of four years, up to 25% of recruits can apply to join the services on a regular basis, contingent upon merit and organizational requirements. Additionally, the scheme facilitated the recruitment of women as Agniveers to the IAF and Navy. The Army initiated the process of recruiting women soldiers into its Corps of Military Police in 2019. The primary objective behind the introduction of the Agnipath scheme was to maintain a youthful profile for the armed forces by reducing the average age of serving soldiers. It aimed to transform the armed forces into a tech-savvy and modern fighting force. Moreover, the scheme was intended to empower civil society by ensuring the availability of disciplined and skilled youth from various backgrounds in civil society after their retirement at the end of four years. Another significant aspect was its role in reducing the burgeoning defence pension bills.
Odisha Registers 14% Growth In GST Collection In May	Context: Odisha has reported a significant 14% increase in Goods and Services Tax (GST) collection in May 2024 compared to the same period last year. Key points: This growth is part of a national trend, with the country recording a 10% year-on-year growth in gross GST revenue, reaching Rs 1.73 lakh crore. The rise is attributed to a robust surge in domestic transactions, up by 15.3%, alongside a decline in imports by 4.3%. In specific figures, Odisha’s GST collection in May 2024 amounted to Rs 5,027 crore, up from Rs 4,398 crore in May 2023, marking a 14% increase.

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