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1. Tamil Nadu Financial Corporation Merger
The Tamil Nadu state government has proposed a significant merger of two of its Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs). This strategic move aims to consolidate and strengthen the state’s financial infrastructure.
Key Developments:
- The Merger: The proposal involves merging the Tamil Nadu Power Finance and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd. (TNPFC) with the Tamil Nadu Transport Development Finance Corporation Ltd. (TDFC)2.
- Key Customers of TNPFC: A large portion of TNPFC’s financial activities involves providing loans to other state entities. Its primary borrowers are:
- Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Ltd (TNPDCL), which accounts for 93.01% of its loans and advances.
- Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Limited (TNGECL), which receives 6.85% of its loans.
The provided question correctly identifies the full names for TNPFC and TDFC, but incorrectly names TNPDCL and TNGECL. The correct full names are Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Ltd. and Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Limited, not “Pipe Distribution” or “Gas Energy.”
2. “Vetri Nichayam” Program for Youth Employability
To address youth unemployment, the “Vetri Nichayam” (Success is Certain) program has been launched in Tamil Nadu. This initiative is a collaboration between the Tamil Nadu Skill Development Corporation (TNSDC) and the ICT Academy.
Program Highlights:
- Objective: The program aims to empower 20,000 unemployed youth between the ages of 21 and 25 by providing them with industry-relevant skills in the Information Technology (IT) sector3.
- Nodal Agency: The TNSDC serves as the primary government agency for skill development across the state.
- Training Areas: Participants will receive training and gain expertise in high-demand fields such as Networking and Cybersecurity, Microsoft Power BI Data Analytics, and Robotic Process Automation, enhancing their job prospects significantly3.
3. Growth Initiatives for India’s Textile Industry
The Indian government continues to support the textile industry’s growth with several key schemes aimed at improving infrastructure and boosting exports.
Key Schemes:
- Scheme for Integrated Textile Park (SITP): This scheme was implemented to provide world-class infrastructure for setting up textile parks across the country4. It has now been subsumed under the Textile Cluster Development Scheme (TCDS) for operational purposes.
- PM MITRA Park Scheme: This initiative aims to create large-scale, modern industrial parks for the textile industry. Contrary to one of the statements in the quiz, the scheme provides Development Capital Support (DCS) for both Greenfield (new) and Brownfield (existing) PM MITRA Parks to attract large-scale investment5.
4. Bharat National Cybersecurity Exercise 2025
The Bharat National Cybersecurity Exercise 2025 is a key event designed to enhance India’s cyber defense capabilities. It is organized jointly by the National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS) and Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU)6.
This year’s exercise places a special focus on securing critical infrastructure and countering modern digital threats. The core training modules cover several essential areas in cybersecurity6:
- ICS: Industrial Control Systems
- SOC: Security Operations Centers
- REMA: Reverse Engineering Malware Analysis
- DFIR: Digital Forensics and Incident Response
The exercise also incorporates training on tackling AI-driven cyber threats, including adversarial attacks and the manipulation of media through deepfakes6.
5. National Policy Framework on Agricultural Marketing
The government is working to reform agricultural marketing to ensure farmers receive fair prices for their produce. The National Policy Framework on Agricultural Marketing addresses several key areas7.
Core Policy Points:
- A State Subject: It is important to note that Agriculture Marketing is a state subject, not a union subject. State governments establish Agriculture Produce Market Committees (APMCs) based on local needs.
- Minimum Support Price (MSP): The central government fixes the MSP for 22 mandated agricultural crops annually. This is based on recommendations from the Commission for Agricultural Costs & Prices (CACP) and in consultation with state governments7.
- PM-AASHA Scheme: The Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA) is an umbrella scheme implemented to ensure farmers receive remunerative prices, particularly for pulses, oilseeds, and copra.
6. ISRO’s PSLV-C61 / EOS-09 Mission
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched the PSLV-C61 mission, which carried the EOS-09 satellite.
Mission Details:
- Satellite Type: EOS-09 is an Earth Observation Satellite, not a navigation satellite. It is designed to provide reliable remote sensing data for various applications9.
- Orbit: The mission’s goal was to place the satellite into a Sun Synchronous Polar Orbit (SSPO)9.
- Launch Vehicle: This mission marked the 63rd flight of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV)9.
- Mission Outcome: While the launch took place, the mission could not be fully accomplished due to an anomaly observed in the third stage of the rocket10.
- Sustainability: The mission plan included carrying deorbiting fuel to ensure the safe disposal of the rocket’s final stage after the mission, reflecting responsible space operations9.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is the Vetri Nichayam program?
A: The Vetri Nichayam program is a skill development initiative in Tamil Nadu launched by the TNSDC and ICT Academy. It aims to provide free, industry-relevant IT training to 20,000 unemployed youth to improve their job prospects.
Q2: What is the main objective of the PM MITRA scheme?
A: The PM MITRA (Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel) scheme is designed to create world-class industrial parks for the textile sector. It provides financial support to develop both new (Greenfield) and existing (Brownfield) parks to make the industry more competitive globally.
Q3: What type of satellite is EOS-09?
A: EOS-09 is an Earth Observation Satellite (EOS). Its purpose is to gather remote sensing data for applications in sectors like agriculture, forestry, disaster management, and water resources, not for navigation9.
