2nd December, 2021 Current Affairs

Sakshi Education

NATIONAL

India slams OHCHR for baseless remarks on Jammu and Kashmir

New Delhi has urged the High Commissioner for Human Rights, OHCHR to develop a better understanding of the negative impact of terrorism on human rights. It said, the statement made by the Spokesperson of the OHCHR on specific incidents in Jammu and Kashmirmakes baseless and unfounded allegations against law enforcement authorities and security forces of India.
The statement also betrays a complete lack of understanding on the part of the OHCHR of the security challenges faced by India from cross-border terrorism and its impact on the most fundamental human right, ‘the Right to Life’ of our citizens including in Jammu and Kashmir. Referring to proscribed terrorist organizations as ‘armed groups’ demonstrates a clear bias on the part of OHCHR.
As a democratic country, with an abiding commitment to promote and protect the human rights of its citizens, India takes all necessary steps to counter cross-border terrorism.
National security legislations, like the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 (UAPA) were enacted by the Parliament to protect the sovereignty of India and ensure security of its citizens. The arrest and subsequent detention of the individual referred to in the statement was done entirely as per provisions of law. Authorities in India act against violations of law and not against legitimate exercise of rights. All such actions are strictly in accordance with the law.

LS to take up National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (Amendment) Bill, 2021; Dam Safety Bill, 2019 expected to be discussed for consideration in Rajya Sabha

The Lok Sabha is scheduled to take up the National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (Amendment) Bill, 2021.
Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya will move the bill to further amend the National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Act, 1998.
The Rajya Sabha is scheduled to discuss the Dam Safety Bill, 2019 for consideration and passing. The Bill will provide surveillance, inspection, operation and maintenance of the specified dam for prevention of dam failure related disasters. It will also provide institutional mechanism to ensure safe functioning of Dam.

Lok Sabha passes Assisted Reproductive Technology (Regulation) Bill 2020

The Lok Sabha passed the Assisted Reproductive Technology (Regulation Bill), 2020, after a detailed discussion.
It was moved by Health Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya in the post-lunch session.
The minister said the bill is for the regulation and supervision of assisted reproductive technology (ART) clinics and ART banks. He said the bill would help prevent misuse of the technology and ensure safe and ethical ART practices.

ECONOMY

Electronics Manufacturing Industry commits 300 billion US dollar revenue by 2025-26: IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has said the Electronics Manufacturing Industry has committed and assured 300 billion US dollar revenue by 2025-26. He said, India has witnessed unprecedented growth in electronics manufacturing in the last five years under the initiatives of Digital India and Make in India programmes.
India is taking a lead in the telecom sector and the country's 5G stack will be the first virtualized 5G stack in the world. He said, India can think of manufacturing at a different scale because the world will move towards ecosystems where our companies will be managing telecom networks across the world.

INTERNATIONAL

North Korea's Kim Jong Un warns of 'very giant struggle' next year to boost different sectors: State media

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has said the country must be prepared for a very giant struggle next year to continue to make progress in areas including defence, agriculture, and construction. This was reported by the state media.
Kim made the remarks at a meeting of the central committee of the ruling Worker’s Party’s politburo. The meeting decided to hold a plenary meeting of the committee next month.
Kim said the country still faces economic difficulties. However, the party has had success in pushing to meet policy targets and implementing the five-year economic plan. The plan was unveiled by Kim early this year.

Russian President Vladimir Putin says, India is one of the authoritative centres of multipolar world with a foreign policy similar to Russia's own

Russian President Vladimir Putin has said India is one of the authoritative centers of the multipolar world with a foreign policy philosophy and priorities that are closely aligned with Russia's own.
This partnership brings real mutual benefit to both states and bilateral trade shows good dynamics, ties are actively developing in the energy sector, innovation, space, and the production of coronavirus vaccines and medicines. There is extensive cooperation in the defence sector, including through the creation of joint ventures, he added.
The Russian President added that he is convinced that, relying on strong traditions of friendship and mutual understanding, they will continue working together to expand the full range of Russian-Indian ties.
The leaders would review the state and prospects of bilateral relations and discuss ways to further strengthen the strategic partnership between the two countries.

SPORTS

Lionel Messi wins men’s Ballon d’Or for a record seventh time

Argentina football player Lionel Messi won the men’s Ballon d’Or for a record seventh time and Barcelona's Alexia Putellas won the women’s Ballon d’Or.
The 34-year-old Messi led Argentina to the Copa America title in July after losing in four major international finals.
The 27-year-old midfielder Putellas won the award for the first time after helping Barcawin the treble and scored 26 goals in 42 games overall. She netted in the Champions League final against Chelsea, and in August she was namedUEFA women’s player of the year.
The only previous women’s award winners are Norway striker Ada Hegerbergin 2018, and US forward Megan Rapinoe in 2019. The 2020 awards were canceled because the coronavirus pandemic disrupted the season.
Cristiano Ronaldofinishes outside the top three in the Ballon d’Or for the first time since 2010.
Bayern Munich’s Robert Lewandowski won the “Striker of the year” while Italy stopper Gianluigi Donnarumma clinched the best goalkeeper award. The Kopa Trophy for best young player went to Barcelona’sPedri. Chelsea, meanwhile, won the best club award.
Ballon d'Or awards by France Football magazine, the Ballon d'Or has been given out to men every year since 1956 when Stanley Matthewswon.