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1. EXIM Bank and Guyana Government Forge $2.5M Line of Credit Agreement

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The Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank) has entered into a $2.5 million Line of Credit agreement with the government of Guyana.

An Overview of the News

• The agreement is for the installation of a solar photovoltaic power plant at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport in Guyana.

• The deal was dated February 29, 2024.

• The agreement under the Line of Credit became effective on June 24, 2024.

• The last date for disbursements under the Line of Credit will be 48 months after the completion of the project.

Terms and Conditions

• At least 75% of the goods, works, and services under the contract must be supplied by sellers from India.

• The remaining 25% of the contract price may be procured from outside India.

About EXIM Bank:

• Establishment: 1982

• Headquarters: Mumbai, Maharashtra

• Managing Director: Harsha Bangari

Co-operative Republic of Guyana

• Capital: Georgetown

• President: Irfaan Ali

• Currency: Guyanese dollar (GYD)

2. PM Modi Inaugurates New Nalanda University Campus

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the newly built campus of Nalanda University in Rajgir, Bihar.

An Overview of the News

• The event was held at Sushma Swaraj Auditorium at Nalanda University.

• External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, Bihar Governor Rajendra Arlekar, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Deputy Chief Ministers Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Sinha, along with other delegates, were present at the new campus of Nalanda University. The event was also attended by ambassadors from 17 countries.

Prime Minister Modi's Address

• PM Modi emphasized the role of knowledge in making India developed by 2047.

• Stressed that strengthening education and knowledge systems can help India achieve superpower status.

• Mentioned the International Solar Alliance as an example of such initiatives.

• The government aims to re-establish India as a major knowledge centre with a new identity in the education sector.

Remarks by Other Leaders

• External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar:

  • Spoke on the revival of Nalanda as a global bridge of learning.

  • Highlighted education, training, and capacity building as effective ways to promote international understanding.

• Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar:

  • Praised the glorious history of ancient Nalanda University.

  • Acknowledged the ruins of ancient Nalanda University as a World Heritage site.

Historical Significance of Nalanda

• Nalanda University, founded in Rajagriha (now Rajgir) in Bihar in the 5th century BC by Kumararagupta of the Gupta Dynasty, was among the earliest educational institutions globally.

• It thrived under Gupta kings like Kumaragupta, Emperor Harsha of Kannauj, and later under the Pala empire.

• Nalanda functioned not only as a university but also as a Buddhist monastery.

• According to Chinese traveler Hiuen Tsang, the university housed 10,000 monks and 2,000 teachers.

• Aryabhata, the renowned mathematician and astronomer, led Nalanda University.

• Prominent figures such as Harshavardhana, Nagarjuna, and Vasubandhu were among its notable students.

• Nalanda boasted an illustrious 800-year tradition as a center of learning.

UNESCO recognizes two world heritage sites in Bihar: the Mahabodhi Mahavihara in Bodh Gaya and the remnants of the ancient Nalanda University.

3. IPL 2023 Schedule, Match Result, Time Table, Match List

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The Indian Premier League (IPL), alternatively known as the TATA IPL due to sponsorship arrangements, is a prestigious annual cricket tournament featuring ten city-based franchise teams battling it out in the thrilling Twenty20 (T20) format. The league, which was inaugurated in 2007, was the brainchild of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and has since established itself as a global sporting spectacle.

Typically, the IPL is held during the summer months between March and May each year, and the competition enjoys a unique window in the International Cricket Council's (ICC) Future Tours Programme. This exclusive scheduling means that international cricket tours are less likely to occur during the IPL seasons, which allows the league to attract top talent from across the globe.

The IPL's format has been a massive hit with fans and players alike, with its fast-paced, high-octane action, and electrifying atmosphere setting the standard for T20 cricket worldwide. As a result, the IPL has become an essential part of the global cricketing calendar, attracting millions of viewers every year and providing a platform for new talent to showcase their skills on the world stage.

IPL Foundation 

On 13 September 2007, in the wake of India's triumphant performance at the 2007 T20 World Cup, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) made an announcement that set the cricketing world abuzz. The BCCI declared that a franchise-based Twenty20 cricket competition christened the Indian Premier League, would soon be launched. The IPL was slated to commence its inaugural season in April 2008 amidst great fanfare at a grand ceremony in the capital city of New Delhi.

Lalit Modi, the BCCI vice-president and chief architect of the IPL, revealed the tournament's format, prize money, franchise revenue system, and squad composition rules. He also divulged that a seven-member governing council, consisting of former India players and BCCI officials, would oversee the IPL's functioning. Furthermore, the top two teams in the IPL would earn a coveted spot in that year's Champions League Twenty20, adding to the tournament's prestige and allure. The IPL was thus poised to revolutionize the cricketing landscape with its innovative and glamorous approach.

IPL Franchises 2023

Refer to this table to know the homerounds and franchises:-

IPL 2023 Teams & Owners

There are ten teams who participating in the IPL 2023. The details of the team & their Owners are tabulated below:-

IPL 2023 Schedule 

A total of 70 matches are scheduled to be conducted during IPL 2023, the details for the same is tabulated below:-

IPL Players 2023 

IPL is huge cricket league and has millions of fan base. Here is a table that shows the team-wise and player-wise distribution of their sold-out price details in the IPL auction 2023.  

IPL Winner List 2008 to 2023

Look at the previous year’s data of IPL:-

FAQ’s Related To IPL 2023 

Who won the inaugural season of the IPL?

Ans. The inaugural IPL season was won by Rajasthan Royals. As of April 2023, there have been sixteen seasons of the IPL tournament. 

Who will win the IPL in 2023?

Ans. Still, the BCCCI hasn’t announced the winner of IPL 2023. 

Which IPL team is ranked first?

Ans. The only team in IPL history to place first in the points standings but never take home the championship is Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals). Three times, they have done it.

Who is the best captain in the IPL?

Ans. The most favoured IPL skipper in history is MS Dhoni. He has 115 victories in 195 IPL matches as captain.

Who is the IPL's most successful team?

Ans. In IPL history, Mumbai Indians have won the most matches. They are the most successful team in IPL history and have also won the most IPL championships.

Which chase in IPL history was the quickest?

Ans. The fastest chase in IPL history was against KKR at the Wankhede when they faltered for just 67 runs. With three wickets, Shaun Pollock led the MI hitting while DJ Bravo, Rohan Raje, and Dominic Thornley each took two each.

Which IPL team has the lowest run total?

Ans. In IPL history, the Bangalore team earned the lowest T20 score. On April 23, 2017, at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, the team scored just 49 runs in 9.4 overs against Kolkata.

4. 50% less strength than sanctioned posts in Scheduled Tribes Commission

Tags: National News

presented by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs on 6 February in Lok Sabha revealed that the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) is currently functioning with less than 50% of its sanctioned strength.

About National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST)

• It has been established by amending Article 338 and inserting a new Article 338A in the Indian Constitution through the 89th Amendment Act.

• It is a constitutional body.

• It consists of a chairman, a vice-chairman and three whole-time members (including a woman member).

• Its term is for 3 years and the chairman is appointed by the President.

• It investigates and monitors matters relating to Safeguards provided for STs.

• Chairman - Harsha Chauhan

• Union Minister of Tribal Affairs - Arjun Munda

NCST's Powers and Functions

• The Commission has the power to inquire into any complaint relating to the deprivation of rights and safeguards of the Scheduled Tribes.

• It has all the powers of a civil court.

• To examine and monitor matters relating to safeguards available to STs under the Constitution, to evaluate the working of such safeguards.

• To participate in and advise on the planning process for the socio-economic development of the Scheduled Tribes.

• To evaluate the progress of their development under the Union and any State.

5. Government extends the term of foreign secretary Vinay Kwatra

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The Government of India has extended the term of Vinay Mohan Kwatra as Foreign Secretary. In an order issued on 28 November 2022 the IFS officer's term has been extended beyond the date of his superannuation on 31st December of this year up to 30th April 2024 or until further orders.

Kwatra became the 34th foreign secretary of India on 1 May 2022 after the retirement of Harsha Vardhan Shringla. 

Foreign Secretary of India 

Foreign Secretary is the head of the Department of the Foreign Affairs, Government of India. He helps the Foreign minister in making the foreign policy of India and advises on the administrative matters within the ministry. 

The first Foreign Secretary of India was KPS Menon senior.

First woman Foreign Secretary: Chokila Iyer (2001-2002) 

Union Foreign Minister: S.Jaishankar

6. NCST Gives Nod To Include Pahari Community In ST List

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The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) on 4 November, 2022 approved inclusion of Pahari Ethnic Group, Paddari Tribe, Koli and Gadda Brahmans in the Scheduled Tribes (STs).

Important facts

• The proposal to include these groups in the list of STs was placed before the Commission on 7 October by the Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs.

• The Commission studied and approved the proposal in its meetings.

• The Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs will now submit a memorandum to the cabinet to approve the reservation for Pahari ethnic group, Paddari tribe, Kolis and Gadda Brahmins under the ST category.

• After the cabinet approval, the ministry will introduce a bill in the Parliament to amend the Constitution (Jammu and Kashmir) Scheduled Tribes Order, 1989 to include these communities in the STs.

• When approved by the Parliament, the President shall notify the revised schedule of the ST list under Article 342 of the Constitution of India.

• On October 4 and 5, 2022, Home Minister Amit Shah had announced ST status for Pahari based on the recommendations of the GD Sharma panel.

About Pahari Community

• Pahari people is a term used for several heterogeneous communities settled in parts of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).

• Pahari is a term used to describe the various northern Indo-Aryan languages spoken by the people, most of them found in the lower Himalayas.

• In 1989, the Government of Jammu and Kashmir had set up an advisory board for the development of the Pahari speaking people and the welfare of the Pahari people.

Four tribes to the list of Scheduled Tribes (ST)

• The Hatti tribe in the Trans-Giri area in Himachal Pradesh.

• The Narikoravan and Kurivikkaran hill tribes of Tamil Nadu.

• The Binjhia tribe in Chhattisgarh.

• The Cabinet also approved a proposal to bring the Gond community of Uttar Pradesh under the ST list.

National Commission for Scheduled Tribes  

• It has been established by amending Article 338 and inserting a new Article 338A in the Indian Constitution through the 89th Amendment Act.

• It is a constitutional body.

• It consists of a chairman, a vice-chairman and three whole-time members (including a woman member).

• Its term is for 3 years and the chairman is appointed by the President.

• It investigates and monitors matters relating to Safeguards provided for STs.

• Chairman - Harsha Chauhan

• Union Minister of Tribal Affairs - Arjun Munda

7. Harshada Garud sole Indian medal winner at the Asian Weightlifting Championships 2022

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Junior world champion Harshada Garud was India’s sole medallist among the 12-member Indian contingent at the Asian Weightlifting Championships 2022 tournament which concluded on 16 October 2022 at Manama, Bahrain.

She won the bronze medals in the snatch section and the overall section of the women’s 45kg category. This was Harshada Garud’s first international medal at the senior level.

The Asian Weightlifting Championships was organized by the Asian Weightlifting Federation at Manama, Bahrain from 6 to 16 October 2022.

Asian Weightlifting Federation 

It was set up in 1958 in Tokyo, Japan.

It governs the weightlifting sports in Asia.

45 countries of Asia are its member

Headquarters: Bangkok, Thailand  

8. Harshada Sharad Garud first Indian to win gold medal at IWF Junior World Championships

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In weightlifting, Harshada Sharad Garuda created history by becoming the first Indian to win a gold medal at the IWF Junior World Championships in Heraklion, Greece.

• She lifted 153 kg in the 45 kg weight category, including 70 kg in snatch and 83 kg in clean and jerk, and topped the podium.

• Garuda surpassed eight contestants as India won a medal on the first day of competition.

• Turkey's Bektas Kansu won the silver medal, while Teodora-Luminita Hinku of Moldova won the bronze.

• Another Indian in the same weight category, Anjali Patel, finished fifth with a total effort of 148kg, which included 67kg in snatch and 81kg in clean and jerk.

• Prior to Harshada, there are only two Indians to have won a medal at the IWF Junior World Championships.

• Mirabai Chanu won the bronze medal in 2013 and Achinta Shuli won the silver medal last year.