3 January 2025 Current Affairs for Judiciary Exams highlights key updates such as India’s warship commissioning, ONOS scheme launch, Jasprit Bumrah’s ICC ranking record, and NHRC appointments, tailored for Judiciary, APO, and JLO exams.
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Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra Takes Charge as Chief of IAF’s Western Command
Key Details
- Appointment: Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra has assumed charge as the Chief of the Indian Air Force’s Western Air Command, succeeding Air Marshal Pankaj Mohan Sinha.
- Responsibilities: Securing the airspace over sensitive areas, including Ladakh and parts of North India.
- Career Achievements:
- Commissioned into the IAF as a fighter pilot on December 6, 1986.
- Accumulated over 3,000 hours of flying experience as a fighter combat leader and experimental test pilot.
- Served in roles such as Chief Test Pilot at the Aircraft and Systems Testing Establishment and Air Officer Commanding of two frontline airbases.
Awards and Recognition
- Recipient of the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal and Vishisht Seva Medal for distinguished service.
Related Links: Indian Air Force Official Website
Cabinet Approves Continuation of PM Fasal Bima Yojana
Scheme Extension
- The Union Cabinet has extended the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) and the Restructured Weather Based Crop Insurance Scheme (RWBCIS) until 2025-26.
- Financial Allocation: ₹69,515 crore allocated to benefit farmers, especially 88% of insured small and marginal farmers.
Subsidy on DAP Fertilizers
- Farmers will continue purchasing Di-Ammonium Phosphate (DAP) at ₹1,350 per 50 kg bag with a subsidy of ₹3,500 per metric tonne.
- Estimated Cost: ₹3,850 crore fully borne by the Union Government.
Related Links: PMFBY Official Website
Indian Navy to Commission Three Indigenously Built Warships
Warship Details
- Warships: Nilgiri, Surat, and Vaghsheer.
- Features:
- Nilgiri: Equipped with stealth technology and state-of-the-art aviation facilities.
- Surat: Incorporates advanced design improvements.
- Vaghsheer: A diesel-electric submarine capable of anti-surface and anti-submarine warfare.
Significance
- Built at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited, these warships exemplify India’s progress in indigenous defense technology and self-reliance.
Related Links: Indian Navy Official Website
Launch of “One Nation, One Subscription” (ONOS) Scheme
Highlights
- Objective: Ensure equitable access to digital academic resources for over 1.8 crore students in government-funded institutions.
- Phase One: Provides access to 13,400 international journals in science, technology, engineering, and humanities.
- Annual Funding for Open Access: ₹150 crore allocated for high-quality Open Access publications.
- Overall Budget: ₹6,000 crore over three years.
Future Plans
- Extend access to private higher education institutions and eventually to individuals across the country.
Related Links: ONOS Initiative
Appointment of Manish Singhal as Secretary General of Assocham
Career Background
- Previously served as Deputy Secretary General of FICCI.
- Experience includes roles in Tata Motors, Eicher, and Moser Baer India.
About Assocham
- Established in 1920, Assocham represents over 4.5 lakh members and advocates for policies that enhance India’s business ecosystem.
Related Links: Assocham Official Website
Huang Yaqiong Retires from Chinese National Badminton Team
Career Milestones
- Olympic Champion: Mixed doubles gold at the Paris Olympics.
- Retirement Reason: Increasing age and injuries prevented her from continuing at the highest level.
Related Links: BWF Official Website
Chess Rankings: Nine Indians in the Top 50
Notable Rankings
- Arjun Erigaisi: Ranked 4th with a rating of 2801.
- D. Gukesh: Ranked 5th; crowned World Classical Champion.
- Viswanathan Anand: Five-time World Champion, ranked 10th with 2750.
Indian Representation
- Nine Indians ranked in the Top 50 globally, showcasing the country’s strong presence in chess.
Related Links: FIDE Official Rankings
Jasprit Bumrah Creates History in ICC Test Bowling Rankings
Achievements
- Bumrah achieved the highest ICC Test Bowling ranking for an Indian with 907 points, surpassing Ravichandran Ashwin’s record of 904 points in 2016.
Related Links: ICC Official Website
Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar Takes Oath as Kerala Governor
Appointment Details
- Replaced Arif Mohammed Khan as the 23rd Governor of Kerala.
- Cultural Significance: Kerala is renowned for its backwaters, Kathakali, and Onam celebrations.
Related Links: Government of Kerala
Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award Winners 2024
Awardees
- Manu Bhaker: Shooting.
- D. Gukesh: Chess.
- Harmanpreet Singh: Hockey.
- Praveen Kumar: Para-Athletics.
Significance
- Recognizes India’s outstanding athletes for their contributions to global sports.
Related Links: Ministry of Sports
FAQs for Current Affairs for Judiciary
Q1. Who assumed charge as the Chief of IAF’s Western Command?
Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra.
Q2. What is the budget allocated for the ONOS scheme?
₹6,000 crore over three years.
Q3. Which three warships will be commissioned by the Indian Navy?
Nilgiri, Surat, and Vaghsheer.
Q4. Who is the new Secretary General of Assocham?
Manish Singhal.
Q5. Who won the Khel Ratna Award in chess in 2024?
D. Gukesh.
Q6. What ICC record did Jasprit Bumrah achieve?
Highest ICC Test Bowling ranking for an Indian with 907 points.
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