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[Newsbits] 06.07.2023

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World Zoonoses Day

World Zoonoses Day
News
2023 World Zoonoses Day observed
Organized by Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying
Awareness program on zoonotic diseases across the country
What
International day for awareness of zoonotic diseases
Zoonotic diseases
Infectious diseases spreading between species
From animals to humans or vice versa
Examples
Ebola Disease
West Nile Fever
Influenza
Causes
Bacteria
Virus
Fungi
Parasites
Involvement of unconventional agents
When
Celebrated on July 6th
Day when the 1st vaccine against a zoonotic disease (rabies) was developed
Louis Pasteur developed rabies vaccine in 1885
Day designated in 2007
Honoring the 100th death anniversary of Pasteur

SALVEX

SALVEX
What
7th edition of India-US Salvage and Explosive Ordnance Disposal exercise
How
Sharing experience and training on
Maritime salvaging
EOD operations on land and at sea
Mine detection and neutralization
Wreck location and salvage
Who
Conducted by
Indian Navy
Including INS Nireekshak
US Navy
Including USNS Salvor
Participation of Specialist Diving and EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) teams
Where
7th edition at Kochi, Kerala
When
Exercise conducted since 2005

Bastille Day

Bastille Day
What
Also known as
Fête Nationale Française
French National Day
Significance
Marks fall of Bastille
Bastille: Military fortress and political prison
Symbol of monarchy and armoury
First victory against 'Ancien Régime' (Old Regime)
Marks the beginning of French Revolution
When
Celebrated on July 14th
Anniversary of the storming of Bastille in 1789
Facts
25 years of Strategic Partnership between India and France in 2023
Indian soldiers in WWI
More than 1.3 million Indian soldiers
Fought on French soil
Indian soldiers in WWII
2.5 million Indian soldiers
Punjab Regiment in 2023 Bastille Day Parade
One of the oldest Regiments of the Indian Army
Noted for participation in both World Wars
Role in offensive near Neuve Chapelle in 1915
Earned battle honours 'Loos' and 'France and Flanders'
Rajputana Rifles Regiment Band accompanying the contingent
Senior most rifle regiment of the Indian Army
Known for role in both World Wars

Amended UGC Regulations

Amended UGC Regulations
What
Amendments in 2018 University Grants Commission Regulations
Minimum Qualifications for Appointment of Teachers
Other Academic Staff in Universities and Colleges
Measures for the Maintenance of Standards in Higher Education
Highlights
Ph.D. degree is optional for assistant professor post
Minimum criteria for assistant professor post in all Higher Education Institutions
National Eligibility Test (NET)
State Eligibility Test (SET)
State Level Eligibility Test (SLET)
SET and SLET required for assistant professor posting in Central Universities
Facts
Reversal of sub-regulation 3.10
Earlier mandated Ph.D degree for assistant professors from July 2021

Tele-MANAS Chatbot

Tele MANAS Chatbot
What
Chatbot for people in mental distress
Why
Round-the-clock availability of services
Health counsellors
Clinical psychologists
Consultants
How
Engages in instant conversation with distressed individuals
Where
Launched in J&K
Facts
Highest number of distress calls
Location: Kashmir
Time: This year

Julley Ladakh Program

Julley Ladakh Program
What
Multi-dimensional outreach program
Why
Greater youth participation in defence services
Promote maritime consciousness in UT
Strengthen nation-building
Significance
Context: Lingering border tensions between India and China
How
Performance by naval band
Friendly football match
Bike and car expedition
Sharing of experiences and success stories
Who
Launched by Indian Navy
Where
Ladakh

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