11.04.23 Daily [Andhra Pradesh] APPSC Current Affairs

TheVisakhapatnamPort Authority (VPA) created HISTORY in cargo handling in the financial year of 2022-23 by handling 73.73 million tonnes.
This is the highest-ever cargo handling by the VPA since its inception surpassing the previous highest 72.72 MT in the financial year of 2019-20. It may be recalled that the Vizag port had handled 69.03 MT cargo in 2021-22 and now with a Growth of above 7%, it has achieved 73.73 MT

He said the increase in the volume of cargo such as Steam Coal (67% compared to the previous year) 117.10 lakh tonnes, POL and Crude Oil (13%) 161.25 lakh tonnes, cooking coal (11%) 49.01 lakh, and Fertilizers and raw (6%) 28.17 lakh tonnes. The Vizag Port would get Rs. 1700 crore through cargo handling.

The economy of Himachal Pradesh is predominantly reliant on <a href="https://exam.pscnotes.com/Agriculture-notes-for-state-psc-exams”>Agriculture and animal husbandry. The rural households in the state consider care as a crucial aspect, given the livestock Population of approximately 4.41 million. The State Government has initiated a project named Sanjeevani to uplift the livelihood of small Dairy farmers and livestock owners. The project aims to enhance the lives of farmers by providing them with convenient and high-quality livestock care Services at their doorstep, utilizing telemedicine and technology. This will aid in reducing the turnaround time for services and potentially prevent outbreaks

Financial Inclusion Ltd. (BFIL), a subsidiary of IndusInd Bank, for the National Animal Disease Control Programme-Mobile Veterinary Van (NADCP-AHD-MVU) project

India released the first edition of the Dogri version of the Indian Constitution. The release of this version is a significant step towards promoting and preserving the cultural heritage of the country

Dogri is a language spoken in the northern Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir and is one of the 22 official languages recognized by the Indian Constitution.

Dogri is one of the official languages of the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. On 22 December 2003, in a major milestone for the official status of the language, Dogri was recognized as a national language of India in the Indian constitution.

The earliest written reference to Dogri (using the paleonym Duggar) is found in the Nuh sipihr (The Nine Heavens), written by the poet Amir Khosrow in 1317 CE.

Dogri is descended from Sanskrit, the language of the Vedas (15001200 BCE).

According to the Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order, 1968, a political party can be recognized as a national party if it satisfies any of the following three conditions:

If the party wins at least 2% of seats in the Lok Sabha (the lower house of Parliament) from at least three different states in a general election.

If the party secures at least 6% of the total valid votes polled in any four or more states, at a general election to the Lok Sabha or to the Legislative Assembly.

If the party is recognized as a state party in at least four states

On April 11 every year, National Safe Motherhood Day is observed with the objective of promoting the well-being and safety of mothers and expectant mothers by increasing awareness of proper healthcare. This initiative, launched by the Indian government, aims to decrease the number of maternal and neonatal deaths. In the past, India was recognized as one of the most perilous countries to give birth, responsible for 15% of all maternal fatalities worldwide

The inception of National Safe Motherhood Day as an annual event was initiated by the White Ribbon Alliance India (WRAI) to emphasize the significance of adequate healthcare facilities for mothers, particularly during pregnancy. The WRAIs primary aim was to create awareness about healthy healthcare practices, as well as the availability and accessibility of healthcare initiatives for Women during pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum care, and to encourage the government to prioritize maternal Health

Indias Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ruchira Kamboj, reaffirmed Indias commitment to peace and stability in Somalia and the Horn of Africa by handing over a contribution of USD 2 million to the United Nations Trust Fund

The fund is aimed at supporting the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS). By making this contribution, India seeks to support the efforts of the international community to promote peace and stability in the region