Ben Stokes named Wisden’s Leading Cricketer in the World 2020

Ben Stokes named Wisden's Leading Cricketer in the World 2020 - Part 3159_4.1England’s all-rounder Ben Stokes has been named as the leading cricketer in the world  2020 by Wisden. Andrew Flintoff was the last English player to win the award in 2005. Ben Stokes was the hero of the Cricket World Cup 2019 final as he guided England to their maiden triumph in the 50-over showpiece tournament at Lord’s on July 14.

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In Women’s category, Australia’s Ellyse Perry has been named the Wisden’s Leading Female Cricketer in the World. Perry scored the highest runs and took the most wickets as Australia successfully retained their Women’s Ashes title against England last year.

The other Five Cricketers of the Year by Wisden’s are Jofra Archer (England), Pat Cummins (Australia), Simon Harmer (South Africa), Marnus Labuschagne (Australia) and Ellyse Perry (Australia- female).

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James Bond film actress Honor Blackman passes away

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James Bond film actress Honor Blackman has passed away. She was best known for playing the legendary Bond girl Pussy Galore in the 1964 James Bond movie ‘Goldfinger’ starring alongside Sean Connery. She also featured in the popular 1960s TV spy series ‘The Avengers’ while playing the character of “Cathy Gale”.

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British Actress Honor Blackman’s other well known works includes that of playing the goddess Hera in 1963 film ‘Jason and the Argonauts’, Laura West in the 1990s sitcom The Upper Hand as well as her theatre roles in production such as ‘My Fair Lady’,’The Sound Of Music’ and ‘Cabaret’.

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TRIFED to launch campaign in partnership with UNICEF for SHGs

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Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India (TRIFED) has collaborated with UNICEF for developing a digital communication strategy for promoting a digital campaign for Self Help Groups (SHGs). The partnership aims to highlight the importance of Social Distancing.

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UNICEF would provide the necessary support to be circulated to the SHG centres in the form of Digital Multimedia content, Webinars for Virtual training (basic orientation on COVID response, key preventive behaviours), Social Media campaigns (on social distancing, home quarantine, etc.) and Vanya Radio. It is aimed to reach more than 18,000 participants and would cover tribal regions across all the 27 States.

A total of 1205 Van Dhan Vikas Kendras (VDVKs) have been sanctioned in 27 States and 1 Union territory involving around 18,075 Van Dhan Self Help Groups. This involves over 3.6 Lakhs, tribal gatherers, in the Scheme. To start with, 15,000 of these SHGs will be promoted as Van Dhan Social Distancing Awareness cum Livelihood Centers’ through a digital training program.

What is TRIFED?

TRIFED is a national-level apex organization functioning under the administrative control of Ministry of Tribal Affairs. It was established in 1987. It became operational from April 1988. The basic objective of the TRIFED is to provide goods price of the ‘Minor Forest Produce (MFP) collected by the tribes of the country. The head office of the TRIFED is in New Delhi. In addition to the head office, it has networks of 13 Regional office located at various places in the country.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

  • UNICEF Formation: 1946; Headquarters: New York City, U.S.
  • President of UNICEF: H.E. Ms Rabab Fatima.

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Parag Raja appointed as MD & CEO of Bharti AXA Life Insurance

 

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A Life Insurance company, Bharti AXA Life Insurance has appointed Parag Raja as managing director and chief executive officer of the company. Parag Raja will be succeeding Vikas Seth, who is leading the insurance company for the past two-and-a-half years and is set to retire after April 30, 2020.

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Parag Raja has an extensive experience in the domestic life insurance industry and has exhibited his leadership across different areas such as the agency, bancassurance, broking and direct sales force channels.

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GoI launches “iGOT” e-learning platform to combat COVID-19

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The Government of India has launched an iGOT e-learning platform to combat COVID-19 for all front-line workers to equip them with the training and updates in coping with Pandemic. This platform can be accessed at https://igot.gov.in. The platform delivers curated, role-specific content, to each learner at his place of work or home and to any device of his choice.

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What is iGOT Platform?

iGOT platform is designed to population scale and will provide training to around 1.50 crore workers and volunteers. To begin with, nine courses on iGOT have been launched on topics like basics of COVID-19, ICU care and ventilation management, clinical management, infection prevention through PPE, infection control and prevention, quarantine and isolation, laboratory sample collection and testing, management of COVID-19 cases, COVID-19 Training.

The target groups for the platform are Doctors, Nurses, Paramedics, Hygiene Workers, Technicians, Auxiliary Nursing Midwives, ANMs, Central & State Govt. Officers, Civil Defence Officials, various Police Organisations, National Cadet Corps, NCC, Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan, NYKS, National Service Scheme, NSS, Indian Red Cross Society, Bharat Scouts and Guides and other volunteers.

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DRDO develops sanitisation enclosures & face shields

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Amid 21-days nationwide lockdown in India, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has been using scientific endeavours to develop products in an accelerated manner to combat COVID-19 pandemic. As a result of its efforts, DRDO has developed Personnel Sanitisation Enclosures (PSE) and Full Face Mask (FFM) to protect primarily healthcare professionals from novel coronavirus.

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About Personnel Sanitisation Enclosure (PSE):

Personnel Sanitisation Enclosure (PSE) is a full body disinfection chamber which has been designed by Vehicle Research Development Establishment (VRDE), Ahmednagar, a DRDO Laboratory. The PSE is equipped with sanitiser and soap dispenser, applicable for personnel decontamination, one person at a time. The chamber comprises of mist spray which has been calibrated for an operation of 25 seconds and stops automatically indicating completion of operation. It includes a tank of capacity 700 litres along with mounted roof and it can decontaminate 650 personnel until the refill is required.

About Full Face Mask (FFM):

A face protection mask “Full Face Mask” has been developed by Research Centre Imarat, Hyderabad and Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory, Chandigarh, for health care professionals handling COVID-19 patients. The light weight construction of the mask enables the user to wear it for long duration. It also comprises of commonly available A4 size Over-Head Projection (OHP) film for the protection of face. The holding frame is being manufactured with the help of Fused Deposition Modeling (3D printing).

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MHRD declares DigiLocker as National Academic Depository

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The Ministry of Human Resource Development has designated DigiLocker as the sole National Academic Depository (NAD). The ministry has directed the University Grants Commission (UGC)  to implement NAD as a permanent scheme within DigiLocker.

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NAD will be implemented as a permanent scheme without the levy of any user charges by DigiLocker through the Ministry of Electronics and IT. UGC has also been asked to ensure the transfer of academic awards, creation of student accounts and procedure of verification with DigiLocker.

What is DigiLocker?

DigiLocker is primarily a cloud-based safe, which allows users to store electronic versions of important documents like Aadhaar card, birth certificates, voters ID cards, PAN cards, driving license, property documents and provides access to these on the go.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

  • Minister of Human Resource Development: Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’.

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USAID announces $2.9 million aid to India to fight Covid19

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The United States has announced $2.9 million aid for India through the US Agency for International Development (USAID). The funds announced are going to help India in its fight against COVID-19 and to also provide care for those who are affected and help the local communities with the tools to stop the pandemic spreading in the country. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and other relevant agencies, is working closely with India to support the country’s response to the pandemic.

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The US Agency for International Development (USAID) is one of the leading aid agencies globally. COVID-19 is a global public health threat that can be addressed best by close collaboration among governments and international organizations. It will also support the World Health Organization (WHO) initiatives in India. The funds will help the Government of India slow the spread of COVID-19, provide care for the affected, and support local communities with the tools needed to contain the disease.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

  • Headquarters of USAID: Washington, D.C., United States.
  • Founded of USAID: 3 November 1961.
  • USAID Administrator: Mark Green.

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SIDBI to provide emergency working capital to MSMEs

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The Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) will facilitate Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) with emergency working capital of up to Rs 1 crore against their confirmed government orders. The SIDBI’s new loan product i.e. SIDBI Assistance to Facilitate Emergency response against Coronavirus (SAFE) plus will be provided collateral free and disbursed within 48 hours at an interest rate of 5%.

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Along with the above measures, SIDBI has also increased the loan limit for MSMEs from Rs 50 lakh to Rs 2 crore under the SAFE plus initiative. The scheme was launched by SIDBI to provide financial assistance to MSMEs that are engaged in the manufacturing of range of products such as hand sanitizers, shoe-covers, ventilators, head gear, bodysuits, masks, gloves and goggles used in dealing with COVID-19.

Under its flagship scheme called SIDBI Make in India Soft Loan Fund for Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (Smile), SEBI has opened an additional financial window for the healthcare sector.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

  • Chairman & Managing Director of SIDBI: Mohammad Mustafa.

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Twitter CEO pledges $1 billion to combat COVID-19 pandemic

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Chief Executive Officer of Twitter, Jack Dorsey has pledged to donate $1 billion to charities working towards combatting the global COVID-19 pandemic. The donation of $1 billion by the Twitter CEO seems to be the largest donation pledged by a private individual in the fight against COVID-19 pandemic.

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To fulfill the donation amount of $1 billion, Jack Dorsey will move $1 billion of his digital payments group “Square” equity i.e. 28% of his wealth, to #startsmall LLC to fund global COVID-19 relief.

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