1. Japan raised the age of consensual sex from 13 to 16
Tags: International News
In a welcome move, Japan's parliament on June 16 raised the age of voluntary sexual intercourse from 13 to 16.
An overview of the news
Provisions have also been made under the new law to amend the old law related to sexual offenses and to raise awareness about the issues of same-sex relationships.
The move comes after a wait of over a century since it was last changed in 1907.
Japan revised its criminal law on sexual offenses in 2017 for the first time in 110 years.
The historic move sets the stage for rape trial and criminalises voyeurism.
Under the newly implemented changes, having sex with a person below the age of 16 years is considered rape.
Those who threaten, entice or use money to get children under 16 to meet for sexual purposes face up to one year in prison or a fine of 500,000 yen ($3,500).
Secretly filming private body parts, underwear or obscene acts without reasonable cause shall be punishable by imprisonment of up to three years or a fine of up to three million yen.
Age of consent in different countries
In India the age of consent is 18, while in Britain it is 16, in Germany and China it is 14.
About Japan
It is also called Nihon or Nippon and is an archipelago in the western Pacific Ocean in East Asia.
It is made up of four main islands Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku and Kyushu and Honshu is the largest island of Japan.
Its highest mountain is Mount Fuji.
It is the third largest economy in the world after the United States and China.
Capital - Tokyo
Currency - Yen
Prime Minister - Fumio Kishida
2. NITI Aayog, United Nations join hands to accelerate sustainable development in India
Tags: National National News
NITI Aayog and the United Nations in India signed the Government of India-United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework 2023-2027 in New Delhi on 16 June.
An overview of the news
The Government of India-United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (GoI-UNSDCF) for the period 2023-2027 was signed by CEO of NITI Aayog, B V R Subrahmanyam, and UN Resident Coordinator India, Shombi Sharp.
The signing ceremony took place in the presence of Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog, Suman Bery, senior representatives from NITI Aayog, central ministries, and heads of UN agencies in India.
GoI-UNSDCF 2023-2027
The GoI-UNSDCF 2023-2027 represents the collective commitment of the UN development system to support the Government of India in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) while promoting gender equality, youth empowerment, and human rights.
It aligns with the national vision for development and aims to contribute to the country's progress.
The Government of India-UNSDCF, through its partnerships, outcomes and outputs, will play a key role in realizing the national development priorities.
3. NITI Aayog, United Nations join hands to accelerate sustainable development in India
Tags: National National News
NITI Aayog and the United Nations in India signed the Government of India-United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework 2023-2027 in New Delhi on 16 June.
An overview of the news
The Government of India-United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (GoI-UNSDCF) for the period 2023-2027 was signed by CEO of NITI Aayog, B V R Subrahmanyam, and UN Resident Coordinator India, Shombi Sharp.
The signing ceremony took place in the presence of Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog, Suman Bery, senior representatives from NITI Aayog, central ministries, and heads of UN agencies in India.
GoI-UNSDCF 2023-2027
The GoI-UNSDCF 2023-2027 represents the collective commitment of the UN development system to support the Government of India in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) while promoting gender equality, youth empowerment, and human rights.
It aligns with the national vision for development and aims to contribute to the country's progress.
The Government of India-UNSDCF, through its partnerships, outcomes and outputs, will play a key role in realizing the national development priorities.
4. First Over Dimensional Cargo for Numaligarh Refinery received by Sarbananda Sonowal
Tags: National National News
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal received the first over dimensional cargo (ODC) transported via waterways at Numaligarh Refinery jetty (Assam) on 16th June.
An overview of the news
The ODC was transported by Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) vessel MV Marine 66 from Kolkata to Numaligarh Refinery Jetty via Indo Bangladesh Protocol Route (IBPR).
The Diesel Hydrotreating (DHT) reactor had a net weight of 485 MT, while the gross weight was 521 MT.
The length of this reactor is 31.5 m while the height is 8.250 m and the diameter is 8.00 m.
This is the first consignment transported by the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), the nodal agency in charge of inland waterways in the country, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, to augment the capacity of Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL) from 3 MMT to 9 MMT.
The MoU for transportation of Over Weight Cargo (OWC) with a total of 24 ODCs for NRL was signed between IWAI and NRL last year.
Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI)
IWAI is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, Government of India.
It plays a crucial role in the development, maintenance, and regulation of the country's inland waterways.
It was established on 27th October 1986.
Its headquarters is located in Noida, UP.
5. First Over Dimensional Cargo for Numaligarh Refinery received by Sarbananda Sonowal
Tags: National National News
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal received the first over dimensional cargo (ODC) transported via waterways at Numaligarh Refinery jetty (Assam) on 16th June.
An overview of the news
The ODC was transported by Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) vessel MV Marine 66 from Kolkata to Numaligarh Refinery Jetty via Indo Bangladesh Protocol Route (IBPR).
The Diesel Hydrotreating (DHT) reactor had a net weight of 485 MT, while the gross weight was 521 MT.
The length of this reactor is 31.5 m while the height is 8.250 m and the diameter is 8.00 m.
This is the first consignment transported by the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), the nodal agency in charge of inland waterways in the country, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, to augment the capacity of Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL) from 3 MMT to 9 MMT.
The MoU for transportation of Over Weight Cargo (OWC) with a total of 24 ODCs for NRL was signed between IWAI and NRL last year.
Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI)
IWAI is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, Government of India.
It plays a crucial role in the development, maintenance, and regulation of the country's inland waterways.
It was established on 27th October 1986.
Its headquarters is located in Noida, UP.
6. Dugdh Sankalan Sathi Mobile App
Tags: National National News
Union Minister of Heavy Industries Dr Mahendra Nath Pandey unveiled the "Dugdh Sanakalan Sathi Mobile App" on 16th June at Mussorie, Uttarakhand.
An overview of the news
This innovative application has been developed by Rajasthan Electronics & Instruments Limited (REIL), located in Jaipur.
REIL is a Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Heavy Industries and holds the prestigious "Mini Ratna" status.
Objective of the app
Its primary objective is to enhance milk quality, promote transparency among stakeholders, and streamline operations at the village level, particularly within Milk Cooperative Societies.
Key features and benefits of the app
Increased transparency among stakeholders
Online monitoring of daily milk kept in milk cooperatives
Real-time milk price updates from cloud servers, ensuring transparency and eliminating human errors
Direct transfer of milk payment and government subsidy to the bank accounts of beneficiary milk producers through the app
Notifications in English, Hindi, Punjabi, Telugu and other languages on milk producers' app for milk collection
Importance of app
The app is poised to make a significant impact on the Indian dairy industry by addressing critical challenges in the milk collection process.
The 'Dudgh Sankalp Sathi' mobile app will provide transparency, efficiency and empowerment to all the participants involved in the milk collection process.
This will benefit the milk producers and contribute to the development of the dairy sector.
7. Dugdh Sankalan Sathi Mobile App
Tags: National National News
Union Minister of Heavy Industries Dr Mahendra Nath Pandey unveiled the "Dugdh Sanakalan Sathi Mobile App" on 16th June at Mussorie, Uttarakhand.
An overview of the news
This innovative application has been developed by Rajasthan Electronics & Instruments Limited (REIL), located in Jaipur.
REIL is a Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Heavy Industries and holds the prestigious "Mini Ratna" status.
Objective of the app
Its primary objective is to enhance milk quality, promote transparency among stakeholders, and streamline operations at the village level, particularly within Milk Cooperative Societies.
Key features and benefits of the app
Increased transparency among stakeholders
Online monitoring of daily milk kept in milk cooperatives
Real-time milk price updates from cloud servers, ensuring transparency and eliminating human errors
Direct transfer of milk payment and government subsidy to the bank accounts of beneficiary milk producers through the app
Notifications in English, Hindi, Punjabi, Telugu and other languages on milk producers' app for milk collection
Importance of app
The app is poised to make a significant impact on the Indian dairy industry by addressing critical challenges in the milk collection process.
The 'Dudgh Sankalp Sathi' mobile app will provide transparency, efficiency and empowerment to all the participants involved in the milk collection process.
This will benefit the milk producers and contribute to the development of the dairy sector.
8. Nehru Memorial Museum and Library Society renamed as Prime Ministers’ Museum and Library Society
Tags: National National News
The Nehru Memorial Museum and Library Society (NMML) in New Delhi has been officially renamed as the Prime Ministers' Museum and Library Society.
An overview of the news
A decision in this regard was taken during a special meeting of the NMML Society presided over by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who is its Vice-President.
The idea of setting up a museum dedicated to all the prime ministers of India at the Teen Murti complex in New Delhi was initially proposed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2016.
The NMML Executive Council approved the construction of the museum within Teen Murti Estate, and the project was completed.
The museum, which was opened to the public in April 2022, presents a comprehensive portrayal of the Prime Ministers' contribution to the nation.
About Nehru Memorial Museum and Library
It was established in 1964 in the memory of Jawaharlal Nehru (1889-1964).
It is an autonomous institute under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India.
It is located in Teen Murti House, the official residence of the first Prime Minister of India.
It has four major components, a Memorial Museum, a Library on Modern India, a Center for Contemporary Studies and the Nehru Planetarium.
It is a specialised library designed and developed as an exclusive research and reference centre on colonial and post-colonial India. It has a rich manuscript section.
9. Nehru Memorial Museum and Library Society renamed as Prime Ministers’ Museum and Library Society
Tags: National National News
The Nehru Memorial Museum and Library Society (NMML) in New Delhi has been officially renamed as the Prime Ministers' Museum and Library Society.
An overview of the news
A decision in this regard was taken during a special meeting of the NMML Society presided over by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who is its Vice-President.
The idea of setting up a museum dedicated to all the prime ministers of India at the Teen Murti complex in New Delhi was initially proposed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2016.
The NMML Executive Council approved the construction of the museum within Teen Murti Estate, and the project was completed.
The museum, which was opened to the public in April 2022, presents a comprehensive portrayal of the Prime Ministers' contribution to the nation.
About Nehru Memorial Museum and Library
It was established in 1964 in the memory of Jawaharlal Nehru (1889-1964).
It is an autonomous institute under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India.
It is located in Teen Murti House, the official residence of the first Prime Minister of India.
It has four major components, a Memorial Museum, a Library on Modern India, a Center for Contemporary Studies and the Nehru Planetarium.
It is a specialised library designed and developed as an exclusive research and reference centre on colonial and post-colonial India. It has a rich manuscript section.
10. Defence Ministry signs Rs 500 crore contract to strengthen Indian Army’s communication system
Tags: Defence National News
In a significant move to promote indigenous manufacturing and support the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, the Ministry of Defence has signed a contract with ICOMM Tele Limited, Hyderabad, on June 15, 2023, in New Delhi.
An overview of the news
The contract is for the procurement of 1,035 units of 5/7.5 Ton Radio Relay Communication equipment containers, with a contract value of approximately Rs 500 crore.
The delivery of these containers is scheduled to commence in the current financial year 2023-24.
The acquisition of these Radio Relay Containers fulfills a long-pending requirement for mobile communication detachments of the Indian Army.
These containers will play a crucial role in providing a protected environment for communication equipment, ensuring its efficient and reliable functioning.
To support the indigenous manufacturing of defence equipment, the company, ICOMM Tele Limited, will produce these containers using equipment and systems sourced entirely from indigenous manufacturers.
Significance of MoU
This approach will not only enhance domestic production capabilities but also encourage the active participation of the private sector in achieving the goals of Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
By investing in domestic manufacturing and promoting self-reliance in the defence sector, the Ministry of Defence aims to strengthen India's defence capabilities while reducing dependency on foreign imports.
This contract marks a significant step towards achieving the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat and stimulating the growth of the indigenous defence industry.
