Addapedia Odisha | Daily Current Affairs | 05 July 2024

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Addapedia Odisha – Daily Current Affairs -05 July 2024

National and International News
Megafauna	Why in the news? Archaeologists in Prakasam, Andhra Pradesh have discovered a 41,000-year-old ostrich nest. This finding could offer crucial insights into the extinction of megafauna in the Indian subcontinent. About Megafauna: The term “megafauna” is used to describe animals weighing more than 50 kg. Origin: First used by English naturalist and explorer Alfred Russel Wallace in his 1876 book, The Geographical Distribution of Animals. Classification by Diet: Megaherbivores: Plant-eaters Megacarnivores: Meat-eaters Megaomnivores: Eat both plants and meat Example: Ostriches Diet: Megaomnivores Weight: 90-140 kg Height: 7-9 feet
Exercise NOMADIC ELEPHANT	Why in the news? The India-Mongolia Joint Military Exercise NOMADIC ELEPHANT is set to take place from 3rd to 16th July 2024 in Umroi, Meghalaya. About Exercise NOMADIC ELEPHANT: Participating Battalion: SIKKIM SCOUTS, representing the Indian contingent. Indian Personnel: 45 personnel from SIKKIM SCOUTS, along with other arms and services. Frequency: Annual training event. Location: Conducted alternately in India and Mongolia. Last edition: Mongolia, July 2023. Aim: Enhance joint military capability for counter-insurgency operations in sub-conventional scenarios under Chapter VII of the United Nations Mandate. Focus: Operations in semi-urban and mountainous terrain.
Sampoornata Abhiyan	Why in the news? NITI Aayog launched the ‘Sampoornata Abhiyan’. About Sampoornata Abhiyan: Date & Duration: Launched on 4th July 2024 Campaign duration: 4th July to 30th September 2024 Coverage: 112 Aspirational Districts 500 Aspirational Blocks Goals: Achieve 100% saturation of 12 key social sector indicators across all Aspirational Districts and Blocks. Focus Areas of ‘Sampoornata Abhiyan’ in: Aspirational Blocks key performance indicators: Percentage of pregnant women registered for Antenatal Care (ANC) within the first trimester Percentage of persons screened for Diabetes against the targeted population Percentage of persons screened for Hypertension against the targeted population Percentage of pregnant women taking Supplementary Nutrition under the ICDS Programme regularly Percentage of Soil Health Cards generated against the soil sample collection target Percentage of SHGs that have received a Revolving Fund against the total SHGs in the block Aspirational Districts key performance indicators: Percentage of pregnant women registered for Antenatal Care (ANC) within the first trimester Percentage of pregnant women taking Supplementary Nutrition under the ICDS Programme regularly Percentage of children fully immunized (9-11 months) (BCG+DPT3+OPV3+Measles 1) Number of Soil Health Cards distributed Percentage of schools with functional electricity at the secondary level Percentage of schools providing textbooks to children within 1 month of the start of the academic session.
Saryu River	Why in the news? ISRO’s Aditya-L1 completes its first halo orbit around Sun-Earth L1 point. About Saryu River: Purpose: India’s first dedicated mission to study the Sun. Aimed at observing and understanding the solar atmosphere, solar magnetic storms, and their impact on the Earth’s climate. Launch Details: Scheduled for launch by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). To be placed in a halo orbit around the Lagrange point 1 (L1) of the Sun-Earth system, approximately 1.5 million kilometers from Earth. Objectives: Study solar upper atmospheric dynamics and the origin of solar wind. Observe solar flares and coronal mass ejections (CMEs). Investigate the impact of solar activities on space weather. Provide data for space weather prediction.
Rudram-1	Why in the news? India successfully test-fired its first indigenous anti-radiation missile, the Rudram-1, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for the Indian Air Force (IAF). About Rudram-1: Development and Integration: Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). Integrated with the Indian Air Force’s Sukhoi-30MKI fighter jets as the launch platform. Features: First Indigenous Anti-Radiation Missile: India’s first homegrown missile of this type. Navigation Systems: Inertial Navigation Systems (INS)-GPS navigation. Passive Homing Head for the final attack phase, ensuring accuracy in hitting radiation-emitting targets. Technological Edge: INS-GPS navigation provides precise targeting across a wide range of frequencies. Operational Range and Flexibility: Launch Altitudes: 500 meters to 15 kilometers. Range: Up to 250 kilometers, depending on launch conditions. Speed: Up to Mach 2

Odisha Specific News
Chandaka wildlife sanctuary	Context: Forest officials are planning to relocate 72 sambar and spotted deer from Taptapani deer park to Chandaka wildlife sanctuary in Bhubaneswar. Key points: Chandaka-Dampara forest, near Bhubaneswar, is situated at the northeastern edge of the Eastern Ghats. Historically, the area was rich in biodiversity, hosting tigers, leopards, Sambar deer, Barking deer, Chital, Wild Boar, and Gaur. By the 1960s, tiger populations declined sharply, leading to the last tiger being placed in captivity in 1967 at Nandankanan Zoo. In 1982, the state government declared Chandaka-Dampara forest a wildlife sanctuary to protect its ecosystem and provide a safe haven for elephants. This sanctuary status marked a critical step in conserving the region’s biodiversity and restoring the forest ecosystem.
Odisha CM Launches Rs 200 Crore Initiative to Combat Urban Floods	Context: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced a Rs 200 crore initiative with IIT Delhi’s support for urban flood management. The project targets cities like Bhubaneswar and Cuttack, focusing on long-term solutions. Key points: State plans to enhance its disaster response capabilities by increasing Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force (ODRAF) units from 20 to 30 and establishing regional fire service hubs. A significant allocation from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) will bolster the Fire Services department, supporting their rapid response to emergencies.
Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam Campaign	Context: Odisha’s Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi recently announced a significant initiative aimed at enhancing the state’s green cover by planting over five crore saplings. Key points: This ambitious effort is part of the nationwide campaign ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’, inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call for increased tree plantation across India. Emphasizing Odisha’s proactive role in the campaign, Chief Minister Majhi stressed the state’s commitment to planting trees equivalent to its population of 4.5 crore. The initiative aims to plant over five crore saplings across various regions, urging active involvement from citizens to contribute to this greening effort.
Committee to Promote Medical Education in Odia	Context: The Odisha government has established a 22-member committee tasked with advancing medical education in Odia within the state. Key points: The committee’s primary objective is to evaluate the feasibility of translating essential MBBS course materials into Odia. Additionally, the committee will assess the scope of work involved in this translation initiative and establish a timeline for its completion. Financial considerations will also be addressed, as the committee plans to outline the budget required for executing this project.

Addapedia Odisha-Daily Current Affairs-05 July 2024

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