1. Sri Lanka's National Poson Week begins
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In Sri Lanka, the National Poson Week began on 31 May.
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The Posan festival will be held till June 6 and will be centered around the holy city of Mihinthalaya, Thanthirimalaya and Anuradhapura.
The festival celebrates the introduction of Buddhism to Sri Lanka in 236 BCE by Arhat Mahinda, the son of Emperor Ashoka.
A large number of devotees are expected to visit Anuradhapura for the festival this year and steps have been taken to provide all facilities to the devotees.
Due to economic crisis and lockdown in the last few years the festival could not be celebrated on a large scale.
Apart from this, the traffic police have implemented a special traffic plan to make travel easier in Anuradhapura.
About Poson Festival
Posan, also known as Poson Poya, is an annual festival held by Sri Lankan Buddhists celebrating the arrival of Buddhism in Sri Lanka in the 3rd century BCE.
The festival is the most important Poya (full moon) holiday of the year and the second most important Buddhist holiday of the year.
Posan is celebrated throughout the island, with Anuradhapura and Mihintale holding the most important celebrations of the festival.
The festival is held in early June, coinciding with the June full moon.
2. Bola Tinubu of Nigeria sworn in as President
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Bola Tinubu was sworn in as the President of Nigeria on 29 May.
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Tinubu was inaugurated at Eagles Square in Abuja, which was attended by local and foreign dignitaries.
Tinubu's presidency is marked by economic crisis, security concerns, and the need for political stability.
Economic challenges in Nigeria include the need for diversification to reduce dependence on oil revenues.
Nigeria
It is an African country located on the Gulf of Guinea.
Capital -Abuja
Vice President - Kashim Shettima
Senate President - Ahmed Lawan
House Speaker - Femi Gbazbiamila
Chief Justice - Olukayode Arivula
3. India's defence exports increased 23 times since 2014
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India's defence exports have grown 23-fold since 2014, reaching an all-time high of nearly Rs 16,000 crore in the last financial year.
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The development reflects India's progress in the global defence manufacturing sector.
The country's defence industry has shown its capability in design and development by exporting to more than 85 countries.
Presently, 100 firms are exporting defence products from India.
The Government has implemented policy initiatives and reforms in the last nine years to boost defence exports.
The Atma Nirbhar Bharat initiative encourages indigenous design, development and manufacturing of defence equipment, thereby reducing dependence on imports in the long run.
Expenditure on defence purchases from foreign sources has declined from 46% in 2018-19 to over 36% in December last year.
India currently exports aircraft (Dornier-228), artillery guns, BrahMos missiles, Pinaka rockets and launchers, radars, simulators and major platforms such as armoured vehicles.
There is a growing global demand for India's indigenous products including LCA-Tejas, Light Combat Helicopter, Aircraft Carrier and MRO activities.
'Atmanirbhar Bharat':
Atmanirbhar Bharat translates to 'self-reliant India' and is a concept promoted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the economic development of India.
It aims to make India more efficient, competitive and resilient in the global economy.
Modi first used the term in 2014 while focusing on national security, poverty alleviation and Digital India initiative.
Educational institutions like Visva-Bharati University played a role in furthering self-reliance in education.
4. India's defence exports increased 23 times since 2014
Tags: National Economy/Finance National News
India's defence exports have grown 23-fold since 2014, reaching an all-time high of nearly Rs 16,000 crore in the last financial year.
An Overview of the News
The development reflects India's progress in the global defence manufacturing sector.
The country's defence industry has shown its capability in design and development by exporting to more than 85 countries.
Presently, 100 firms are exporting defence products from India.
The Government has implemented policy initiatives and reforms in the last nine years to boost defence exports.
The Atma Nirbhar Bharat initiative encourages indigenous design, development and manufacturing of defence equipment, thereby reducing dependence on imports in the long run.
Expenditure on defence purchases from foreign sources has declined from 46% in 2018-19 to over 36% in December last year.
India currently exports aircraft (Dornier-228), artillery guns, BrahMos missiles, Pinaka rockets and launchers, radars, simulators and major platforms such as armoured vehicles.
There is a growing global demand for India's indigenous products including LCA-Tejas, Light Combat Helicopter, Aircraft Carrier and MRO activities.
'Atmanirbhar Bharat':
Atmanirbhar Bharat translates to 'self-reliant India' and is a concept promoted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the economic development of India.
It aims to make India more efficient, competitive and resilient in the global economy.
Modi first used the term in 2014 while focusing on national security, poverty alleviation and Digital India initiative.
Educational institutions like Visva-Bharati University played a role in furthering self-reliance in education.
5. New Liberation War Gallery Inaugurated at the Indian Cultural Centre in Dhaka
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On 30 May a new Liberation War Gallery of 1971 was inaugurated at the Indian Cultural Center of the Indian High Commission in Dhaka.
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Bangladesh Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan was the chief guest on the occasion.
India's High Commissioner to Bangladesh Pranay Verma joins Home Minister in inauguration of Liberation War Gallery
The War Gallery houses some rare photographs of the Liberation War of 1971, which culminated in the liberation of then East Pakistan and its rise as the newest nation of South Asian countries.
The inaugural program was attended by many freedom fighters, Bir Muktijodha, and distinguished guests, including many eminent personalities of Bangladesh, representatives of the cultural and educational fields of Bangladesh, and youth.
The gallery displays heroic photographs and documents from the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971 as a testament to the enduring bond of friendship between India and Bangladesh.
It pays tribute to the brave freedom fighters who fought against oppression and tyranny.
The gallery honors the memory of the unknown millions who laid down their lives during the Liberation War of Bangladesh in 1971.
Liberation War of 1971
In the 1950s, Pakistan was ruled by a military-bureaucratic rule that ruled the entire country (East and West Pakistan) in an undemocratic manner.
The Bengalites had no political representation in this system of governance.
This dominance of West Pakistan was challenged by the Bengalis during the general elections of 1970.
In the general election of 1970, the Awami League of East Pakistan's Sheikh Mujibur Rahman got a clear majority.
West Pakistan was not ready for any leader of East Pakistan to rule the country.
On March 26, 1971, West Pakistan launched Operation Searchlight in East Pakistan.
As a result, lakhs of Bangladeshis had to take refuge in India.
The Pakistani army had to face defeat due to the bravery of the 'Muktiwahini Sena' and Indian soldiers who fought for the independence of Bangladesh.
On 6 December 1971, a new nation Bangladesh was born out of 13 days of war with the intervention of India.
6. China launches 3 astronauts to Tiangong space station
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In China, three astronauts, including a civilian, were launched to the Tiangong Space Station on Shenzhou-16 on 30 May.
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The civilian, Professor Gui Haichao of Beihang University, was the first to be placed in orbit in space.
This is the first mission for Shenzhou-16 Tiangong since it entered the application and development phase.
Tiangong is the crown jewel of China's space program, which has also landed robotic rovers on Mars and the Moon. The launch was a complete success and the astronauts are in good condition.
The Shenzhou-16 crew was launched aboard a Long March 2F rocket at 9:31 a.m. local time from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China.
China's first manned space mission in 2003 made it the third country after the Soviet Union and the United States to send a man into space from its own resources.
7. India extends $1 billion credit line to Sri Lanka till March 2024
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India on May 30 extended its $1 billion line of credit to Sri Lanka till March 2024 to help purchase essential food, medicine and other essential commodities as Sri Lanka grapples with an unprecedented economic crisis.
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This agreement is an important step towards continuation of financial assistance provided by the Indian side to the Sri Lankan Government for procurement of essential items.
The signing ceremony took place in the presence of Sri Lanka's Minister of State for Finance, Shehan Semasinghe, senior officials from Sri Lanka's Ministry of Finance and representatives of the Indian High Commission in Colombo.
The credit line was extended last year when Sri Lanka was passing through its worst economic crisis.
The facility has been instrumental in prompt procurement of critical supplies such as fuel, medicines, food items and industrial raw materials for the island nation.
This extension of financial assistance further underscores the strong commitment of the Government of India as it continues to assist Sri Lanka with a comprehensive package of approximately USD 4 billion in line with India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy.
About sri lanka
The Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka is a tropical island nation located off the southeast coast of the Indian subcontinent.
Sri Lanka is separated from the Indian subcontinent by the Gulf of Munnar and the Palk Strait.
Capital: Colombo (Executive and Judicial) and Sri Jayawardenepura (Legislative).
Official languages: Sinhala and Tamil
President – Ranil Wickremesinghe
Prime Minister – Dinesh Gunawardena
Currency: Sri Lankan Rupee
8. India extends $1 billion credit line to Sri Lanka till March 2024
Tags: International Relations International News
India on May 30 extended its $1 billion line of credit to Sri Lanka till March 2024 to help purchase essential food, medicine and other essential commodities as Sri Lanka grapples with an unprecedented economic crisis.
An overview of the news
This agreement is an important step towards continuation of financial assistance provided by the Indian side to the Sri Lankan Government for procurement of essential items.
The signing ceremony took place in the presence of Sri Lanka's Minister of State for Finance, Shehan Semasinghe, senior officials from Sri Lanka's Ministry of Finance and representatives of the Indian High Commission in Colombo.
The credit line was extended last year when Sri Lanka was passing through its worst economic crisis.
The facility has been instrumental in prompt procurement of critical supplies such as fuel, medicines, food items and industrial raw materials for the island nation.
This extension of financial assistance further underscores the strong commitment of the Government of India as it continues to assist Sri Lanka with a comprehensive package of approximately USD 4 billion in line with India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy.
About sri lanka
The Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka is a tropical island nation located off the southeast coast of the Indian subcontinent.
Sri Lanka is separated from the Indian subcontinent by the Gulf of Munnar and the Palk Strait.
Capital: Colombo (Executive and Judicial) and Sri Jayawardenepura (Legislative).
Official languages: Sinhala and Tamil
President – Ranil Wickremesinghe
Prime Minister – Dinesh Gunawardena
Currency: Sri Lankan Rupee
9. Tele-law program achieves new milestone
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Tele-law program achieved a significant milestone by empowering 40 lakh beneficiaries with pre-litigation advice.
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Objective of Tele-Law: This program serves as an e-interface mechanism for obtaining legal advice and consultation at the pre-litigation stage.
Connectivity: Needy persons can connect with panel lawyers through video conferencing/telephonic facilities at Common Service Centers (CSCs) located at Panchayat level.
Launch: The Tele-Law program was launched in 2017.
Accessibility through Mobile App: The Tele-Law service is now directly accessible through the Tele-Law Mobile App available on Android and 10S.
Accessibility and Convenience: The program ensures convenient access to legal aid, regardless of geographical location.
Empowerment: This program empowers disadvantaged individuals by providing pre-litigation advice, enabling them to make informed decisions and understand their rights.
Holistic Support: Tele-law also provides information on legal matters, rights awareness and alternative dispute resolution methods.
Collaboration: The success of the program is due to the collaborative efforts between the Department of Justice, Ministry of Law and Justice, Panel Lawyers and CSCs.
Impact: The achievement of 40 lakh beneficiaries reflects the significant impact of the program in promoting access to justice and legal empowerment.
10. Tele-law program achieves new milestone
Tags: National National News
Tele-law program achieved a significant milestone by empowering 40 lakh beneficiaries with pre-litigation advice.
An Overview of the News
Objective of Tele-Law: This program serves as an e-interface mechanism for obtaining legal advice and consultation at the pre-litigation stage.
Connectivity: Needy persons can connect with panel lawyers through video conferencing/telephonic facilities at Common Service Centers (CSCs) located at Panchayat level.
Launch: The Tele-Law program was launched in 2017.
Accessibility through Mobile App: The Tele-Law service is now directly accessible through the Tele-Law Mobile App available on Android and 10S.
Accessibility and Convenience: The program ensures convenient access to legal aid, regardless of geographical location.
Empowerment: This program empowers disadvantaged individuals by providing pre-litigation advice, enabling them to make informed decisions and understand their rights.
Holistic Support: Tele-law also provides information on legal matters, rights awareness and alternative dispute resolution methods.
Collaboration: The success of the program is due to the collaborative efforts between the Department of Justice, Ministry of Law and Justice, Panel Lawyers and CSCs.
Impact: The achievement of 40 lakh beneficiaries reflects the significant impact of the program in promoting access to justice and legal empowerment.
