Rupees 1,000 crore has been earmarked for Venture Fund to Space StartUps. This was stated here today by Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Earth Sciences, MoS PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, …
Read More »IAF PILOTS PAINT CHENNAI SKIES BLUE DURING ITS 92nd ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS
As the Indian Air Force approaches its 92nd Anniversary on 06 October 2024, a breathtaking air show captivated an audience which turned up in large numbers and is likely to cross an estimate figure of 15 lakhs at one of the world’s longest beaches, Marina Beach, Chennai. The Chief Guest for …
Read More »India’s Renewable Energy Boom: Job Creation and Sustainable Growth
Introduction In a significant milestone for India’s renewable energy sector, the total number of jobs reached an estimated 1.02 million in 2023, according to the 2024 Annual Review by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). The global renewable energy workforce grew to 16.2 million, up from 13.7 million in 2022, …
Read More »Ecomark Rules Launched: A Step Towards Sustainable Living Under the Lifestyle for Environment Initiative
In alignment with the ‘LiFE’ (Lifestyle for Environment) Mission announced by Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi in 2021, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has notified the Ecomark Rules on 26th September 2024. It replaces the Ecomark scheme of 1991. The scheme will encourage the demand for environment-friendly products …
Read More »India’s Defence Sector: Paving the Way for Global Manufacturing Excellence : Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to empower India’s defence industry by working hand-in-hand with them, and realise Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of making the country a global manufacturing hub. Addressing the seventh annual session of Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers (SIDM) in New Delhi on October 04, 2024, Raksha Mantri …
Read More »Department of Posts and Amazon Sign Landmark MoU to Enhance Logistics Collaboration
Amazon and the Department of Posts have been working together since 2013, utilizing DoP’s network for parcel transmission. The Department of Posts, with its deep reach, and Amazon, one of the world’s largest e-commerce companies, together seek to empower India’s growing e-commerce sector by enhancing logistical capabilities, supporting job creation, …
Read More »Ashwini Vaishnaw Celebrates 40th RPF Raising Day Parade in Nashik
Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting and Electronics & Information Technology, today graced the 40th Raising Day Parade of the Railway Protection Force (RPF) as the Chief Guest at the RPF Zonal Training Centre, Nashik. During the event, the Union Minister felicitated 33 RPF personnel who …
Read More »ICMR and NTPC Join Forces to Enhance Solar Power in Health Research Facilities
In a landmark agreement to promote sustainable energy within India’s healthcare and research sector, aligning with the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s vision of “Atmanirbhar Bharat” (self-reliant India) and a cleaner, greener future, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam (NVVN). …
Read More »Novel polymer nanocomposite creates base for road safety sensor for accident prone turnings
A prototype of a road safety sensor that can be implanted at high-risk turning points where accidents are frequent, has been developed from a new polymer nanocomposite with pressure sensing and energy harvesting properties. Scientists are constantly trying to develop new materials for self-powered energy generating and pressure sensing devices …
Read More »Indigenous defence innovations for self-reliance: Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh to inaugurate DefConnect 4.0
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh will, on October 07, 2024, inaugurate DefConnect 4.0 at Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt, a significant step towards advancing indigenous innovation and celebrating the growing defence ecosystem of the country. The event is being organised by Innovations for Defence Excellence – Defence Innovation Organisation (iDEX-DIO), under …
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