1.Recently, which ministry has introduced its first Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the seamless transport of human organs? – Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
The Union Health Ministry has introduced Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for transporting organs across India using air, road, rail, and waterways.
These guidelines ensure efficient transport when donors and recipients are in different locations.
Airlines can request priority for takeoff and landing, assist medical personnel with check-ins, and notify airports for smooth arrivals.
Flight crews may announce organ transport, and staff will help move the organ box from the aircraft to ambulances.
2. Namami Gange Mission was launched by which ministry? – Ministry of Jal Shakti
Ministry of Jal Shakti recently informed that under Namami Gange Mission 2.0, 4 big projects costing Rs 920 crore have been started in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.
These projects include Sewage Treatment Plants and cleaning of tributaries of Ganga etc.
Environment
3. Adichunchanagiri Peacock Sanctuary, recently seen in news, is located in which state? – Karnataka
Recently, Union Minister Mr. Bhupender Yadav announced the establishment of two new Peacock Sanctuaries in India: Adichunchanagiri in Karnataka and Choolannuar in Kerala.
This initiative aims to protect peacocks and their habitats, ensuring they can thrive without human interference.
The government is also enhancing conservation efforts, including breeding centers, to boost peafowl populations.
Protecting these birds is vital for biodiversity and cultural heritage, as they play important roles in ecosystems.
Economic Affairs
4. RBI has not made any change in the repo rate for the ninth consecutive time, what is the repo rate? – 6.50%
The Government of Nagaland signed a Memorandum of Understanding with SBI General Insurance to implement the Disaster Risk Transfer Parametric Insurance Solution (DRTPS), making Nagaland the first state in India to adopt such a measure.
The DRTPS aims to safeguard critical infrastructure and mitigate economic losses from floods, droughts, and mudslides.
The government will cover the insurance premium for three years, addressing the rising risks from climate change-related extreme weather events.
8. Which state government recently launched ‘Upasthiti Portal’ for Health Department employees? – Jharkhand
Chief Minister Hemant Soren launched the ‘Upasthiti Portal’ to track daily attendance of health workers in Jharkhand.
This system will verify biometric attendance to ensure accountability.
Soren emphasized the government’s commitment to improving health facilities, aiming to provide better medical services in hospitals and health centers.
Efforts include enhancing maintenance, resources, and investigation facilities to ensure accessible healthcare for all residents of Jharkhand.
9. Recently the journey of Baba Budha Amarnath started, Baba Budha Amarnath is located in which state? – Jammu & Kashmir
Former West Bengal Chief Minister and senior CPI(M) leader Buddhadeb Bhattacharya passed away at the age of 80, he breathed his last at his residence in Kolkata.
Buddhadeb Bhattacharya was the Chief Minister of West Bengal from 2000 to 2011.
He was the last Marxist Chief Minister and assumed the post after Jyoti Basu.
11. According to the Ministry of Renewable Energy, what is the renewable energy capacity of the India? – 203.1 GW
