Addapedia Odisha | Daily Current Affairs | 28 June 2024 | Download PDF

• Ahead of the implementation of the new criminal laws, the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network Systems (CCTNS) has undergone at least 23 modifications.

About CCTNS:

• CCTNS is an ambitious project initiated by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
• Launched in 2009 under the National e-Governance Plan (NeGP).
• It aims to create a comprehensive and integrated system for effective policing through e-Governance.
• Objective:
  • Enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of policing by adopting a principle of a “single source of truth” for crime and criminal data.
  • Facilitate the collection, storage, retrieval, analysis, transfer, and sharing of crime and criminal data.
• Key Features:
  • Integration of data across all police stations in the country.
  • Real-time access to classified criminal data for authorized personnel.
  • Web-based and mobile-friendly interface for better accessibility.
• Components:
  • Centralized database accessible by state and national level law enforcement agencies.
  • Online interface for citizens to lodge complaints and check the status of their complaints.

• Days ahead of implementing the three new criminal laws, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is testing eSakshya (e-evidence), a mobile-based application. 

About eSakshya app:

• eSakshya (e-evidence) is a mobile-based application developed by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
• It is designed to assist law enforcement in the digital recording and management of crime scene evidence.
• Key Features:
  • Crime Scene Recording: Allows police to digitally document crime scenes using their mobile devices.
  • Search and Seizure: Facilitates the proper recording of search and seizure operations.
  • Cloud Storage: Provides a secure cloud-based platform for storing and accessing evidence files.

• Recently, Ladakh became the first administrative unit to achieve full functional literacy under the ULLAS-Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram (New India Literacy Program). 

About ULLAS-Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram:

• ULLAS-Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram is an initiative aimed at achieving universal literacy in India.
• Objective: To provide functional literacy and basic education to all non-literate and neo-literate adults in the country.
• Target Audience:
  • Non-literate adults.
  • Neo-literate individuals who require further education to sustain their literacy skills.
• Key Components:
  • Functional Literacy: Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills.
  • Vocational Skills: Training to enhance employability.
  • Awareness Programs: Promoting awareness on various social issues.

• Recently, the Australian government signed an $18 million memorandum of understanding (MoU) with NewSpace India Limited (NSIL), the commercial arm of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), under the space MAITRI mission.

About Space MAITRI Mission:

• Space MAITRI aims to enhance collaboration and promote sustainable and responsible practices in space operations between India and Australia.
• Objective: Foster closer ties between commercial, institutional, and governmental space organizations from both nations.
• Focus Areas:
  • Debris management and sustainability.
  • Promoting responsible space operations.
  • Mitigating the growing threat of space debris.
• Notable Project:
  • Under this agreement, NSIL will launch Australia’s Space Machines Company’s second Optimus spacecraft in 2026.
  • It will be launched on ISRO’s Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV).

• The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime released its annual World Drug Report.

Key points:

• Annual Report:
  • Released by the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC).
  • Warns of rising drug use and trafficking.
• International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking:
  • Commemorated on June 26, known as World Drug Day.
  • Aims to increase action towards a drug-free world.
• 2024 Campaign Focus: Emphasizes drug policies based on science, research, human rights, compassion, and understanding social, economic, and health implications of drug use.
• Emerging Threats: Increase in overdose deaths due to nitazenes, a group of synthetic opioids more dangerous than fentanyl, in several high-income countries.
• Golden Triangle:
  • Drug traffickers integrate into other illegal markets, affecting displaced, poor, and migrant communities.
  • Environmental degradation due to deforestation, toxic waste dumping, and chemical contamination from illegal activities.

• Odisha has been recognized among the top seven states for its commendable efforts in rejuvenating natural water bodies such as lakes and ponds, according to a recent study by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) based in New Delhi. 

Key points:

• The state’s achievement is attributed to its effective implementation of Mission Amrit Sarovar, launched nationwide in April 2022 with the aim of water conservation. 
• Each district across India was tasked with restoring or constructing 75 ponds as part of commemorating the 75th year of Independence, collectively targeting 50,000 water bodies.
• Odisha successfully surpassed this target by restoring and building over 75 Amrit Sarovars in all of its 30 districts. 
• The state’s proactive approach in water body revival was bolstered by local initiatives like the ‘Mo Pokhari’ scheme. 

Water Bodies in Odisha:

• Overall, Odisha ranks fourth in India with 1,81,837 water bodies, underscoring its rich natural heritage. This concerted effort not only contributes to environmental conservation but also enhances local water resources, benefiting communities across the state.

• Odisha’s Single Window Committee (SWC) of the Energy department approved green energy projects worth Rs 903.41 crore.
• Projects aim to add 102.22 MW to Odisha’s renewable energy capacity.

Odisha’s Renewable Energy Policy, 2022:

Policy envisions to establish a robust framework that can enable Odisha to undertake an inclusive journey towards energy transition through higher adoption of renewable energy (RE) in our power system.

Objectives:

The Policy aims to achieve following objectives: –

A. To accelerate adoption of clean energy alternatives and decarbonize the energy sector which includes both grid-based electricity consumption and captive

consumption of industrial consumers in the State

B. To harness the clean energy potential of the State and make best use of the available resources by facilitating development of green energy projects in the State

C. To attract investment in the clean energy sector, create job opportunities and develop the State economy

D. To facilitate R&D and promote new initiatives & emerging RE technologies in the State.

• The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) recently completed a series of developmental trials for the high-speed expendable aerial target (HEAT) known as Abhyas off the coast of Odisha.

About:

• Developed by DRDO’s Aeronautical Development Establishment in Bengaluru, Abhyas serves as a realistic threat simulation for weapon systems training. 
• This indigenous system features autonomous flight capabilities facilitated by an auto-pilot, and it operates via a laptop-based ground control system for integration, pre-flight checks, and autonomous flight management. 
• It also enables data recording during flight for subsequent analysis.

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