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Current Affairs Daily Digest – April 01 2024
1. UP Leads with Most GI-Tagged Products
When it comes to the quantity of Geographical Indication (GI) recognized items in India, the state of Uttar Pradesh in the north has surpassed all others.
After 15 additional goods were added, Uttar Pradesh now has 69 GI-tagged products, more than half of what Tamil Nadu has.
With an impressive 30 recognized products, the holy city of Varanasi has become a frontrunner in the manufacturing of GI-tagged goods.
This is the most from any one geographical location. Products bearing the GI mark are guaranteed to be authentic artifacts that showcase a particular culture, society, or craft.
Announcing UP’s Latest GI-Tagged Products
Products from Uttar Pradesh that have recently been added with GI tags are:
- Banaras Thandai (a refreshing milk-based drink)
- Banaras Tabla (a popular Indian percussion instrument)
- Banaras Shehnai (a traditional wind instrument)
- Banaras Lal Bharwamirch (red chili peppers)
- Chiraigaon Karonda (a fruit variety from Varanasi)
- Banaras Lal Peda (a sweet delicacy)
- Banaras Mural Painting (a traditional art form)
- Jaunpur Imarti (a sweet dish)
- Mathura Sanjhi Craft (a traditional art form)
- Bundelkhand Kathiya Gehu (a wheat variety)
- Pilibhit Bansuri (a type of flute)
- Sambhal Bone Craft
- Chitrakoot Wooden Craft & Toys
- Moonj Craft
- Rampur Patchwork
Varanasi’s Diverse Offerings
Varanasi, in particular, has secured Geographical Indication for its famous Banaras Thandai and other regional products, expanding its portfolio to 30 GI-tagged items. Notable additions like the Banaras Tabla, Lal Peda sweets, and Jaunpur Imarti have further enriched the region’s diverse offerings.
Centers for Global Capability in India
Separately, product management is undergoing a revolution at India’s global capability centers, which are emphasizing collective ownership and competitive salaries.
The increasing reliance on data-driven methodologies and a product-centric attitude underscore India’s rising profile in the realm of technology innovation and talent recruiting.
DICV’s 2024 Market Objectives
New rigid heavy-duty trucks and trucks with Automated Manual Transmission are among the items that Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV) plans to introduce in 2024, targeting certain market sectors. Growth is anticipated in the second half of the year, notwithstanding the obstacles in the current quarter.
2. Vineet Jain Honoured with ENBA Lifetime Achievement Award 2023
The distinguished Exchange4Media News Broadcasting Awards (ENBA) Lifetime Achievement Award 2023 was bestowed upon Vineet Jain, managing director of the Times Group, in recognition of his immense impact on Indian television news.
At a ceremony on Saturday, Jain accepted the award and thanked the several teams within the Times Group for their combined efforts. While they were growing and diversifying the group, he also thanked his older brother Samir Jain for his constant support.
Advocacy for Media Freedom and Fairness
For Vineet Jain, a strong and free society cannot exist without a media that is free, fair, independent, and vigorous. He promised that he would do all in his power to maintain his support for the media and its institutions.
Creating the Times Media Group
Times Now, ET Now, Mirror Now, Times Now Navbharat, and ET NOW Swadesh are all part of the Times Network, which Jain helped establish, and he was lauded for his contributions in the award citation.
3. Professor Meena Charanda Honoured with ‘International Culture Award’ 2024
In 2024, the esteemed “International Culture Award” was bestowed upon Professor Meena Charanda, who serves as Principal of Kalindi College within Delhi University.
Professor Charanda’s outstanding contributions to the realms of education and social service were recognized with this esteemed award. On March 30, 2024, the India International Center hosted the award ceremony.
Noteworthy Achievements
Professor Charanda received the following honors during the ceremony:
- A memento
- A plaque
- A shield
- A citation from the university
Selection Committee
The selection for the ‘International Culture Award’ was made by a 5-member committee headed by K Yogesh, Chairman of Socrates Social Research University (Trust). The committee comprised experienced members from various fields.
According to K Yogesh, more than 50 women were considered for this honor, but Prof. Charanda was ultimately selected for her outstanding work in education, social service, and excellent research in the field of political science.
4. Joyshree Das Verma Becomes New President of FICCI Ladies Organisation
Joyshree Das Verma will serve as the 41st FICCI Ladies Organisation (FLO) National President for the 2024–25 academic year. In Southeast Asia, FLO stands as the longest-running chamber of commerce run entirely by women.
A Multi-Factor Career Path
Joyshree Das Verma has built a varied professional profile for 25 years in the business world. She is a co-promoter and director of Kaapro Management Solutions Pvt Ltd, an entrepreneurial human resources consulting firm that operates across India. She is also the Honorary Consul of Israel for Northeast India.
Deepening the Bond Between Israel and India
Throughout India’s eight northeastern states, Joyshree Das Verma has played a pivotal role as the Honorary Consul of Israel to Northeast India in fostering and expanding strategic ties between the two countries in the fields of agriculture, water, information technology, health, innovation, tourism, trade, and commerce.
5. Moushumi Basu Takes Over as New President of JNU Teachers Association
In a statement, the Jawaharlal Nehru University Teachers Association (JNUTA) announced the appointment of new officers for the 2024–2025 academic year.
Professor Moushumi Basu of JNUTA’s School of International Studies will take over as president shortly.
Senior officials
The JNUTA vice presidents are Pradeep K. Shinde and Meenakshi Sundriyal, who were chosen by the teachers’ body.
The following individuals have been appointed to positions of authority within JNUTA: Syed Akhtar Husain, secretary; Vikas Bajpai, and Kaushal Kishore Chandel, vice-secretaries.
6. Microsoft and OpenAI Unveil $100 Billion ‘Stargate’ AI Supercomputer
Microsoft and OpenAI, two of the most prominent names in technology, have announced intentions to build a supercomputer with artificial intelligence (AI) called “Stargate.”
This massive undertaking, with an estimated price tag of $100 billion, signifies a giant leap for artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure and capabilities.
The project will be funded mostly by Microsoft, with OpenAI providing its knowledge of artificial intelligence research and development.
Schedule: The long-term goal of the Stargate project is to finish by 2028, which will be the last of many supercomputers that the team has planned over the next six years.
Methodology: Stargate stands as the culmination of this partnership, forming the last stage of a well-orchestrated undertaking.
7. India’s First AI-Based Film ‘IRAH’ Trailer Unveiled
The first Hindi film from India to focus on AI, “IRAH,” had its trailer and song launch in Mumbai, coinciding with the increasing interest in the topic. Notable actors such as Rajesh Sharma, Rohit Bose Roy, Karishma Kotak, and Rakshith Bhandarry are part of the film’s stellar cast.
Big Films Media and Sam Bhattacharjee’s “IRAH” is slated to premiere in theaters across the country on April 4, 2024, according to Iamplex Digital Theatrical Distribution. Performer and composer Sameer Sen was in attendance.
Investigating AI’s Shadow Side
The “IRAH” teaser shows the shadowy side of AI, showing how it can be used inappropriately and have disastrous consequences.
The film’s release date—April 5, 2024—coincides with Rohit Bose Roy’s birthday—the 5th of April—and he has stated his enthusiasm for the project, in which he plays a crucial role.
8. 22 New Products Added to Geographical Indication (GI) Registry
In March 2024, the Geographical Indication (GI) registry of India added 22 new products from the states of Assam, Uttar Pradesh, Tripura, and Meghalaya. These products are now protected under the GI tag, which recognizes their unique qualities and geographical origin.
Assam
The state of Assam saw the inclusion of 12 products in the GI registry:
- Asharikandi terracotta craft
- Pani Meteka craft
- Sarthebari metal craft
- Jaapi (bamboo headgear)
- Mishing handloom products
- Bihu dhol
- Bodo Dokhona (traditional attire of Bodo women)
- Bodo Gamsa (traditional dress of Bodo men)
- Bodo Eri silk
- Bodo Jwmgra (a traditional scarf)
- Bodo Thorkha (a musical instrument)
- Bodo Sifung (a long flute)
Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh had five products added to the GI registry:
- Banaras Thandai, a drink made by blending milk with a mix of nuts, seeds and spices
- Banaras Tabla
- Banaras Shehnai
- Banaras Lal Bharwamirch
- Banaras Lal Peda
Tripura
Two products from Tripura were granted GI tags:
- Pachra-Rignai (traditional dress worn on special occasions)
- Matabari Peda (a sweet preparation)
Meghalaya
Three products from Meghalaya were added to the GI registry:
- Meghalaya Garo Textile weaving
- Meghalaya Lyrnai Pottery
- Meghalaya Chubitchi (alcoholic beverage)
