30 Dec 2023 : PIB
PRESS INFORMATION BUREAU
30-December -2023
1. Year End Review of Department of Space.
| Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies – Interventions for development in various sectors Critical for UPSC: Chandrayaan-3 success, space policy, international collaboration, GSLV missions, Gaganyaan progress—reflect India’s strategic prowess and global leadership in space exploration. |
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- Chandrayaan-3 Mission
- Launch Date: 14th July, 2023
- Landing Date: 23rd Aug, 2023
- Achievement: Successful soft landing of Chandrayaan-3 near the south pole of the Moon, making India the first country to achieve this.
- Space Policy 2023
- Approval Date: Released on 29th Dec, 2023
- Achievement: Indian Space Policy-2023 approved by the Cabinet Committee on Security, emphasizing industry collaboration and global cooperation.
- Artemis Accord
- Signing Date: 21st June, 2023
- Achievement: India becomes the 27th country to sign the Artemis Accord, promoting principles for international space exploration cooperation.
- Space Economy Leaders Meeting (SELM)
- Organized by: Department of Space under G20 Presidency
- Achievement: Successful organization of SELM with participation from 18 G20 nations, fostering discussions on global space issues.
- SSLV Development
- Achievement: Second developmental flight of Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) successfully launched, offering technology to the Indian industry.
- LVM3 OneWeb Mission
- Launch Date: 26th March, 2023
- Achievement: Successful launch of 72 OneWeb satellites in a record time frame using Next Generation Launch Vehicle LVM3.
- Gaganyaan Tests
- Tests: Series of tests for Gaganyaan, including the first test vehicle’s re-entry and crew module recovery, completed successfully.
- Aditya L1 Mission
- Launch Date: 2nd September, 2023
- Achievement: Successful launch of Aditya L1 spacecraft to study the Sun and its effects in heliosphere.
- Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV LEX)
- Demonstration Date: 2nd April, 2023
- Achievement: Successful demonstration of Reusable Launch Vehicle Autonomous Landing Mission (RLV LEX) for future human space programs.
- PSLV-C55/TeLEOS-2 Mission
- Launch Date: 22nd April, 2023
- Achievement: Successful dedicated commercial mission launching TeLEOS-2 and Lumelite-4 satellites.
- GSLV-F12/NVS-01 Mission
- Launch Date: 29th May, 2023
- Achievement: Successful deployment of the NVS-01 navigation satellite, featuring enhanced features for Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC) services.
- PSLV-C56/DS-SAR Mission
- Launch Date: 30th July, 2023
- Achievement: Successful accomplishment of the DS-SAR satellite mission for the Government of Singapore.
- YUVIKA-2023
- Inauguration Date: 15th May, 2023
- Achievement: Inauguration of the Young Scientists Programme YUVIKA–2023 for high school students at various ISRO centers.
- Aero India 2023 Participation
- Date: 13th to 17th February, 2023
- Achievement: ISRO participation in Aero India 2023, showcasing key space technologies and equipment.
- Workshop on Space Situational Awareness
- Date: October 12-14, 2023
- Achievement: National level workshop organized on Space Situational Awareness & Space Traffic Management.
- Technology Transfer of SSLV
- Initiative: Expression of Interest (EOI) released by IN-SPACe for transferring the technology for producing Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) to the industry.
- NSIL Activities
- Contracts: Signed contracts with the Indian Army, DRDO, and under PMMSY for satellite realization, building satellite models, and communication system installation.
- Commercial Services: Commenced commercial services on GSAT-24 satellite for TATA PLAY from 7th Aug 2023 onwards.
- International Launches: Successfully accomplished the launch of 46 International Customer satellites during 2023.
| PYQ: Discuss India’s achievements in the field of Space Science and Technology. How the applicaSon of this technology has helped India in its socio-economic development? (UPSC CSE (M) GS-3 2016) (200 words/12.5 m) |
2. PM SVANidhi benefits over 57 lakh street vendors across country: Union Minister Hardeep S Puri.
| Topic: Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies – Interventions for development in various sectors UPSC Importance: Examining PM SVANidhi’s impact on street vendors, NASVI’s initiatives, and sustainable practices in India’s first ‘Zero Waste Street Food Festival.’ |
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PM SVANidhi:
- Objective: Empowerment of street vendors impacted by COVID-19.
- Launched: June 2020 by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.
- Target Beneficiaries: Street vendors in urban areas.
- Financial Assistance: Up to ₹50,000 as working capital without collateral.
- Repayment: Flexible tenure up to 12 months.
- Digital Platform: Application process facilitated through a user-friendly online portal.
- Eligibility: Street vendors in operation on or before March 24, 2020.
- Impact: Aims to benefit millions of street vendors, promoting their self-reliance and sustainable livelihoods.
3. Year End Review of Department of Biotechnology.
| Topic: Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies – Interventions for development in various sectors DBT’s 2023 achievements showcase India’s biotech prowess, aligning with AatmaNirbhar Bharat, vital for UPSC aspirants in science-policy. |
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- Rationalization of Autonomous Bodies:
- DBT successfully subsumed 14 Autonomous Institutes under the Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council (BRIC).
- BRIC aims to enhance process efficiency and performance.
India Bioeconomy Report 2023:
- Union Minister S&T launched the report.
- Bioeconomy reached $137 billion in 2023, expected to reach $300 billion by 2030.
Intellectual Property Guidelines:
- Notified guidelines for maximizing socio-economic impact of research outcomes.
- Governs IP transfer from DBT-funded organizations.
High-Performance Biomanufacturing:
- Launched a major initiative for innovative biomanufacturing.
- Aims to foster integrated research for bio-based product development.
Biological Research Regulatory Approval Portal (BioRRAP):
- Single gateway for regulatory approval for biological research.
- Enhances transparency and efficiency in research approvals.
Genome Edited Plants Regulation:
- Notified Standard Operating Procedures (SoPs) for regulatory review.
- Streamlining the regulation of genome-edited plants.
- ADVIKA – Drought Tolerant Chickpea:
- Developed superior drought-tolerant chickpea variety “ADVIKA.”
- Approved for national use and cultivation.
First Gene Therapy Trial – Hemophilia A:
- Approved the first gene therapy clinical trial for Hemophilia A.
- Utilizing hematopoietic stem cell-based lentiviral vector technology.
Novel Blood Bag Technology:
- Developed technology to decrease damage to stored blood.
- Impactful in reducing transfusion-related adverse effects.
Omicron Booster mRNA Vaccine:
- Developed India’s first Omicron booster mRNA vaccine.
Indigenous Quadrivalent HPV Vaccine:
- Developed India’s 1st indigenous quadrivalent Human Papilloma Virus (qHPV) vaccine against cervical cancer.
Market Authorization for Biosimilar:
- Received Market Authorization Approval for Biosimilar Liraglutide for Type-2 Diabetes.
Indigenous MRI Scanner Approval:
- Manufacturing and commercialization approval for the indigenous MRI scanner.
Global Bio India (GBI) 2023
- Organized GBI attended by 7000+ delegates from 500+ biotech startups, incubators, industry, and academia.
- Launched 29 new biotech startup products.
Human Resources Development
- Increased bioincubators to 75+ and startups to 6000+.
- Bioeconomy grew to $137 billion in 2023.
DBT IP Guidelines 2023:
- Guidelines for seamless IP transfer for societal impact.
Biotech Entrepreneurship Culture:
- Fostered entrepreneurship with 800+ biotech products.
- Raised nearly INR 4,500 Cr in follow-on funding for startups.
Major Policy Reforms – BRIC:
- Subsumed 14 Autonomous Institutions under BRIC for centralized governance.
- Aims to strengthen and align the biotech research ecosystem.
Global Collaborations:
- Signed MoUs with Armed Forces Medical Services, NSF, and WIPO.
- Promoting healthcare research and international collaboration.
Technology Developments:
- Developed technologies for micronutrient bioavailability, wearable analytical devices, biofilm inhibition, bacterial detection, and more.
Human Resources Development Programme:
- Implemented Star College Program, supporting postgraduate students, research associates, and women scientists.
- Focused on capacity building and training for women bio-entrepreneurs in the North Eastern Region.
Significant Research Insights:
- Multicentric study on bacterial pathogens associated with sepsis, urinary tract infections, and respiratory infections.
- Insights into the role of IL-9 in SARS-CoV-2 infection and breakthroughs in vitamin B12 absorption.
Environmental Initiatives:
- Established facilities for certified scion material generation and developed ‘all-natural’ packaging for fruits in the North Eastern Region.
- Contributed to global efforts through the Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomic Consortium (INSACOG).
Coal To Liquid Technology:
- Developed CTL process for converting municipal solid waste into CTL oil.
Vaccines and Therapeutics Development:
- Advancements in indigenous vaccine development, including DNA-based, protein subunit, and mRNA vaccines.
- Market Authorization Approval for biosimilar Liraglutide for Type-2 Diabetes.
India’s Bioeconomy Growth:
- India’s bioeconomy reached $137 Bn in 2022, with a double-digit CAGR for the last 6-7 years.
Dare2eraD TB Initiative:
- Pan-India initiative to understand the biological characteristics of Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
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