AWARDS
Indian victimology expert K. Chockalingam has been selected for the Hans von Hentig Award.
• Indian Professor K. Chockalingam has been chosen for the Hans von Hentig Award by the World Society of Victimology.
• Highest Honor in Victimology: This is the highest award given by the society, named in honor of victimology pioneer Hans von Hentig.
• The award is presented once every three years to individuals with significant contributions to victimology.
• The award is presented once every three years to individuals with significant contributions to victimology.
• Dr. Chockalingam's Contributions: Dr. Chockalingam is recognized for his extensive work in education and youth development within the field.
• He has received multiple awards for his research in criminology and victimology.• Dr. Chockalingam serves as a professor emeritus in victimology at RV University in Bengaluru.
• His selection underscores his global influence and dedication to advancing victimology.
STATE NEWS
Indore created a world record by planting 11 lakh saplings in a day.
• Indore set a new Guinness World Record by planting over 1.1 million saplings in 24 hours on July 14.
• The tree plantation program was organized by the state government.
• Union Home Minister Amit Shah participated in the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign and planted a sapling earlier in the day.
• Campaign Launch: The "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam" campaign was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on World Environment Day, June 5.
• The campaign aims to plant 51 lakh saplings in Indore.
• Plantation Drive Location: The drive took place in the Revati range of the BSF Academy, divided into nine zones and 100 sub-zones.
• The drive involved 2000 BSF jawans, more than 100 NRIs, NCC cadets from 50 schools, citizens, and various social organizations.
• The previous record of 9,21,730 saplings was set by the Forest Department of Assam at Udalguri on September 13 and 14, 2023.
• According to the Guinness World Records website, Indore's achievement surpassed the previous record.
Kharchi Puja was celebrated in Tripura.
• Kharchi Puja, also known as the Festival of the 14 Gods, was celebrated in Tripura.
• Annual Festival: This festival is observed annually on Shukla Ashtami, the eighth day of the lunar month of Ashadha.
• This year, Kharchi Puja began on July 14.
• The people of Tripura pay homage to their ancestral deity, Chaturdasa Devata, during this week-long festival.
• Royal priests carry idols of the fourteen gods from the ancient Ujjayanta Palace in Agartala to the Saidra River.
Kerala becomes first state to record biodiversity with the help of local communities
• Kerala has become the first state in India to complete the preparation of People's Biodiversity Registers (PBR) for every local self-government (LSG) body.
• The state accomplished this task ahead of the National Green Tribunal's deadline of January 31, 2020.
• PBRs in Kerala detail local biological resources and the traditional knowledge related to them.
• Diverse Biodiversity: The registers encompass wild, aquatic, urban, and agro biodiversity, documenting various species of flora and fauna.
• The initiative captures traditional knowledge, usage patterns, and the economic benefits derived from these biological resources.
• Community-Focused: PBRs also highlight the ongoing changes affecting biodiversity within local communities.
• This effort not only catalogues biodiversity but also aims to promote the conservation and sustainable use of biological resources at the local level.
NATIONAL NEWS
Govt of Indiadeclares June 25 as 'Constitution Assassination Day' to remind people of 'emergency'
• The Ministry of Home Affairs announced the designation of June 25 as 'Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas' (Constitution Murder Day) on July 12, 2024.
• Purpose of the Day: The day is intended to honor the struggles and sacrifices of those who opposed the abuse of power during the Emergency era in India.
• 'Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas' recognizes the efforts made to defend constitutional values and uphold democracy during this challenging period.
• Historical Significance: June 25 marks the anniversary of the Emergency imposed in 1975, a critical event in India's political history.
• The observance underscores the importance of protecting constitutional principles and democratic freedoms.
• The day commemorates the resistance against authoritarianism and the preservation of democratic rights.
