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2021-05-15 17:17:08
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2021-05-15 16:46:56
3rd Arctic Science Ministerial
India participates in the 3rd Arctic Science Ministerial.
India is participating in the 3rd Arctic Science Ministerial (ASM3) – the global platform for discussing research and cooperation in the Arctic region.
The first two meetings—ASM1 and ASM2—were held in the USA in 2016 and Germany in 2018, respectively.
ASM3, jointly organised by Iceland and Japan, is the first ministerial meeting being held in Asia.
The meeting is designed to provide opportunities to various stakeholders, including academia, indigenous communities, governments and policymakers, to enhance collective understanding of the Arctic region, emphasize and engage in constant monitoring, and strengthen observations.
The theme for this year is ‘Knowledge for a Sustainable Arctic’.
Arctic warming and its ice melt are global concerns as they play a pivotal role in regulating climate, sea levels, and maintaining biodiversity.
Moreover, there is growing evidence of connection between the Arctic and the Indian Ocean (which modulates the Indian monsoon).
Hence, improving the understanding of physical processes and quantifying the impact of Arctic ice melt on the Indian summer monsoon is very important.
Since 2013, India has enjoyed ‘Observer’ status in the Arctic Council.#GS2 #IR
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2021-05-15 11:10:39
Anti-COVID drug
DCGI approves anti-COVID drug developed by DRDO for emergency use.
An anti-COVID-19 therapeutic application of the drug 2-deoxy-D-glucose (2-DG) has been developed by Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences (INMAS) in collaboration with Dr Reddy’s Laboratories (DRL), Hyderabad.
INMAS is a lab of Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
Clinical trial results have shown that this molecule helps in faster recovery of hospitalised patients and reduces supplemental oxygen dependence.
Higher proportion of patients treated with 2-DG showed RT-PCR negative conversion in COVID patients.
In April 2020, during the first wave of the pandemic, INMAS-DRDO scientists conducted laboratory experiments with the help of Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB), Hyderabad and found that this molecule works effectively against SARS-CoV-2 virus and inhibits the viral growth.
Based on these results, the Drugs Controller General of India’s (DCGI) Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) permitted Phase-II clinical trials of 2-DG in COVID-19 patients in May 2020.
Based on successful results of the phase II trials, DCGI further permitted the Phase-III clinical trials in November 2020.
Based on the results of these trials, DCGI granted permission for Emergency Use of this drug as adjunct therapy in moderate to severe COVID-19 patients.
Being a generic molecule and analogue of glucose, it can be easily produced and made available in plenty in the country.#GS3 #Health
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2021-05-15 06:47:02
Mandatory online certification of disability through UDID portal
The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), Government of India, through a Gazette notification, has made it mandatory for all States/UTs to grant certificate of disability through online mode only using UDID portal w.e.f. 1 June 2021.
The Central Government notified the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2017 under RPwD Act, 2016.
Rule 18(5) mandates the Central Government to appoint a date making it mandatory for the State/UT authorities to issue certificate of disability through online mode.
Accordingly, this notification was passed which makes online issue of disability certificates mandatory by the states and UTs.
The UDID portal which has been under implementation since 2016 is http://www.swavlambancard.gov.in/.
This move is expected to ensure complete digitization of certification of disability, besides providing a viable mechanism for cross-checking genuineness of the certificate to achieve pan-India validity, and simplifying the process for the benefit of Divyangjan.#GS3 #Government
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2021-05-14 20:12:30
BVLOS Drones
Govt allows 20 entities to conduct BVLOS experimental flights of drones.
Also, Telangana Government granted exemption to conduct Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) experimental flights of drones.
What’s in News?
◆ The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) & the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) have granted conditional exemption to the Government of Telangana for conducting experimental Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone flights for delivery of vaccines.
◆ Exemption from Unmanned Aircraft System {UAS) Rules, 2021 has been granted as part of the government’s constant endeavour to enhance the scope of drone usage in the country and assist the nation to fight the COVID-19 pandemic.
◆ Earlier, 20 consortia were also granted permission to conduct Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) experimental flights of drones.
◆ BVLOS trials will help create the regulatory framework for drone deliveries and other major applications.
What is BVLOS?
◆ BVLOS describes operating UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles) and drones at distances outside the normal visible range of the pilot.
◆ BVLOS is the second stage of testing drones and UAVs, as drones are generally operated within the visual line of sight during the first phase of testing.
◆ If the two stages are completed successfully, further clearance will be sought from the authorities to explore the possibility of vaccine delivery using drones.
Advantages of BVLOS:
◆ BVLOS drone operations provide numerous advantages over regular line-of-sight flying.
◆ They are more cost-effective and efficient, as there are fewer takeoff and landing phases, so the UAV will cover more ground in a single mission.
◆ BVLOS flights typically require less human intervention as some or all of the mission may be automated.
◆ They may also allow easier access to remote or hazardous areas.
Concerns associated with BVLOS:
◆ BVLOS UAV operations carry more safety concerns due to the fact that the pilot may only be observing potential obstacles via a remote camera feed, or, in the case of automated flights, there may be no human observation at all.
◆ This means that there is additional risk of collisions with other aircraft, or damage to property and people, especially when flights take place in non-segregated airspace.
◆ BVLOS flights typically require additional equipment and extra training and certification, and are usually subject to permission from aviation authorities in many jurisdictions around the world.#GS3 #Health
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2021-05-14 18:37:05
Moorhen Yoga Mat
Biodegradable yoga mat developed by 6 young girls from Assam may save lakes from water hyacinth menace.
What’s in the News?
◆ Six young girls belonging to the fishing community in the fringes of the Deepor Beel in Assam have developed a biodegradable Yoga mat from water hyacinth.
◆ The Deepor Beel lake has been a source of livelihood for 9 villages of the fishing community who share this biome for centuries, but over the years have suffered from excessive growth and accumulation of water hyacinth.
◆ This innovation could therefore contribute significantly towards the environmental conservation and sustainability of Deepor Beel and also ensure local livelihood.
◆ The mat called ‘Moorhen Yoga Mat’ will soon be introduced to the world market as a unique product.
◆ The mat has been named after Kam Sorai (Purple moorhen, a resident bird of Deepor Beel Wildlife Sanctuary).
Significance:
◆ Considering all aspects of water hyacinth’s properties and the functional requirements of a product like a mat, a hand-woven 100% biodegradable and 100% compostable mat to be used for doing Yoga was ideated as a means to provide multiple ecological and social benefits.
◆ The mat developed through fibre processing and technological interventions could improve the aquatic ecosystem of the wetland through the removal of water hyacinth.
◆ It will also help in the sustainable production of utility products with community engagement and generate of livelihood for indigenous communities to become completely ‘Atamanirbhar’.
◆ The intervention was triggered through an initiative by North East Centre for Technology Application and Reach (NECTAR), an autonomous body under Department of Science & Technology (DST) to involve the entire women community associated with a collective called ‘Simang’, led by the 6 girls to create wealth from water hyacinth plants.
About Deepor Beel:
◆ It is a permanent freshwater lake in the southwest of Guwahati city, recognised as a Ramsar Site and a bird wildlife sanctuary.
◆ It is the only wetland in Assam designated as a site of importance for “conservation and sustainable use” under the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands.
◆ The landscape of Deepor Beel, a riverine wetland in Kamrup district in the lower Brahmaputra valley, is dynamic, holding attraction for ornithologists, wildlife biologists and environmentalists.
◆ It is also a grooming site for bird enthusiasts as it sustains over 200 species of birds, including about 70 species of migratory birds.
◆ It is known for its fish and bird diversity and rich aquatic vegetation that attracts wild elephants.
◆ However, it faces conservation threats from garbage dumping, quarrying, a railway line, etc.#GS3 #Environment
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2021-05-14 10:41:17
Kabasura Kudineer
Ayush Ministry launches nationwide distribution campaign of AYUSH 64 & Kabasura Kudineer.
What’s in News?
◆ Ministry of Ayush has launched a massive nationwide campaign to distribute its proven poly herbal Ayurvedic drug AYUSH 64 and Siddha drug Kabasura Kudineer for the benefit of the vast majority of out of hospital COVID patients.
◆ According to the Ministry, the efficacy of these drugs has been proved through robust multi-centre clinical trials.
◆ The Ministry has also setup an Interdisciplinary Committee for Inclusion of Ayurveda and Yoga Interventions in the ‘National Clinical Management Protocol: COVID-19’.
What is Kabasura Kudineer?
◆ Kabasura Kudineer is a traditional formulation used by Siddha practitioners for managing common respiratory health.
◆ It is a herbal concoction, comprising dry ingredients of ginger, pippali, clove, cirukancori root, mulli root, kadukkai, ajwain and many other herbs.
◆ The ingredients are powdered and mixed with water, then boiled to make a decoction of one-fourth of its initial volume. What is Ayush 64 Click here
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2021-05-13 20:46:55
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2021-05-13 20:40:08
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2021-05-13 20:01:55
Ayush-64
Clinical trials conducted by the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) has shown that the polyherbal drug Ayush-64 has notable antiviral, immune-modulator and antipyretic properties.
What’s in the News?
◆ The clinical trials were conducted by CCRAS in collaboration with the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and many other research organizations and medical colleges across the country.
◆ The trials have shown that Ayush-64 is found to be useful in the treatment of asymptomatic, mild and moderate COVID-19 infection.
◆ Consequently, the drug is now repurposed for COVID-19.
What is Ayush-64?
◆ Ayush-64 is an Ayurvedic formulation developed by CCRAS.
◆ Originally developed in 1980 for the management of Malaria, this drug has now been repurposed for Covid-19 as its ingredients showed notable antiviral, immune-modulator and antipyretic properties.
◆ The in-silico study done on Ayush 64 showed that 35 out of 36 of its Phyto-constituents have high binding affinity against the COVID-19 virus.
◆ The formulation has also shown very promising results in Influenza like illnesses.
◆ With scientific evidence generated from six clinical studies across India, Ayush 64 has been identified as a potential adjunct to standard care in the management of asymptomatic, mild and moderate COVID-19 to improve the clinical recovery and quality of life.
◆ Ayush-64 is found to significantly enhance the speed of clinical recovery in terms of disease symptoms and severity. It also has significant beneficial effects on general health, fatigue, anxiety, stress, appetite, general wellbeing and sleep.
◆ The formulation can be taken by patients at any stage of the COVID-19 disease. However, its efficacy was scientifically studied in asymptomatic, mild and moderate disease without risk factors for poor outcome and those not requiring emergency interventions or hospitalization are eligible to take Ayush-64.
About Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS):
◆ It is an autonomous body of the Ministry of AYUSH.
◆ It is an apex body in India for the formulation, coordination, development and promotion of research on scientific lines in Ayurveda and Sowa-Rigpa system of medicine.
◆ The activities are carried out through its 30 Institutes/Centres/Units located all over India and also through collaborative studies with various Universities, Hospitals and Institutes.
◆ The research activities of the Council include Medicinal Plant Research (Medico-Ethno Botanical Survey, Pharmacognosy and Tissue Culture), Drug Standardization, Pharmacological Research, Clinical Research, Literary Research & Documentation and Tribal Health Care Research Programme.
◆ It is headquartered in New Delhi.#GS3
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