Current Affairs - National

The "Rangeen Machhli" app, launched by Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh, aims to support the ornamental fisheries sector by providing multilingual information, a directory of aquarium shops, and educational modules for fish care and breeding. This initiative seeks to boost the ornamental fisheries industry, promoting employment and economic growth in this sector.

The Home Minister of India, Shri Amit Shah, has announced that Port Blair in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands will be renamed Sri Vijaya Puram. This decision aims to remove colonial imprints and honour the significant role of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands in India’s freedom struggle. The new name symbolizes the victory achieved during the freedom struggle and acknowledges the islands' historical importance, including the first unfurling of the Tiranga by Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose and the presence of the cellular jail where freedom fighters, including Veer Savarkar, were imprisoned.

India’s first teal carbon study, which focuses on the role of wetlands in climate adaptation and resilience, was conducted at Keoladeo National Park. Wetlands play a critical role in mitigating climate change by storing organic carbon, known as teal carbon, in non-tidal freshwater systems. Keoladeo National Park, a well-known wetland, was chosen for this study to highlight its importance in managing methane emissions and enhancing climate benefits through conservation efforts. Conservation of such wetlands is vital for maximizing their role in combating climate change.

The Union Cabinet has approved ‘Mission Mausam’ with a ₹2,000 crore investment aimed at enhancing weather forecasting and management in India. This mission, led by the Ministry of Earth Sciences, focuses on improving weather prediction accuracy using advanced technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning. Implemented by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) and related agencies, it will integrate cutting-edge radar and satellite technologies to address challenges such as the unpredictable rainfall events recently witnessed, ensuring more reliable and precise weather forecasts for the future.

The Nagaland government approved the extension of the Inner Line Permit (ILP) to three districts: Chumoukedima, Niuland, and Dimapur. This measure introduces new regulations for residents and visitors, where some groups are exempted from the ILP, while others, particularly under Category III, will require it. The ILP system helps control movement into specific regions, and improvements in the digital application system are expected to make the process more efficient.