New Delhi: The report titled ‘District-level Climate Risk Assessment for India: Mapping Flood and Drought Risks Using the IPCC Framework’ was released today at the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi. Developed by the Indian Institute of Technology Mandi, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, and CSTEP Bengaluru, with support from the Department of Science and Technology…
Chennai: The Indian Ministry of Science & Technology has announced its support for M/s Agnikul Cosmos Pvt. Ltd., Chennai, to develop and commercialize “Agnibaan”, a highly customizable two-stage launch vehicle capable of delivering payloads of up to 300 kg to orbits at 700 km altitude. This pioneering initiative is being supported by the Technology Development…
Ropar: The Indian Institute of Technology Ropar (IIT Ropar) proudly inaugurated the Dr. Ranbir Singh Tinkerers’ Lab (TL), a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to fostering innovation, creativity, and hands-on learning for engineering students. This cutting-edge maker space, accessible to all students around the clock, has been established through funding from the Maker Bhavan Foundation (MBF) and…
New Delhi: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh unveiled Kisan Kavach, India’s first-of-its-kind anti-pesticide bodysuit, here today. Designed to protect farmers from the harmful effects of pesticide exposure,…
Mangalagiri (Andhra Pradesh): The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, graced the first convocation ceremony of AIIMS, Mangalagiri, Andhra Pradesh, on December 17, 2024. Addressing the graduating MBBS batch, the President lauded their pivotal role in establishing the identity of the institute and called them the “first brand ambassadors” of AIIMS Mangalagiri in the medical fraternity,…
New Delhi: Sanjay Kumar Agarwal, Chairperson of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), along with all Board Members, today launched a series of initiatives aimed at improving taxpayer experience and enhancing transparency. Agarwal emphasized, “The initiatives launched today are a testament to our unwavering commitment to simplifying tax processes and fostering a…
New Delhi: The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change organized the Eco-Creativity & Innovation Hackathon: National Level Showcase today at the NDMC Convention Centre, aligning with the Prime Minister’s Mission LiFE (Lifestyle For Environment) Campaign. This initiative promotes sustainable and mindful living among citizens, especially the youth. The Hackathon was launched on June 5,…
New Delhi: Highlighting India’s exceptional progress in renewable energy, Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi declared that India is witnessing an unprecedented energy revolution and is on track to becoming the renewable energy capital of the world. Addressing the 5th CII International Energy Conference and Exhibition (IECE) in New Delhi, Joshi emphasized…
New Delhi: The Central Zoo Authority (CZA), under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC), has embarked on the development of the ‘National Wildlife Health Policy’. This initiative was launched at a consultative workshop held today at Indira Paryavaran Bhawan, New Delhi. Healthy wildlife populations are critical for maintaining biodiversity and supporting socio-economic…
New Delhi: The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has taken a significant step to safeguard consumer interests by issuing the “Guidelines for Prevention of Misleading Advertisement in Coaching Sector, 2024.” This initiative aims to prevent coaching centers from making false or misleading claims in their advertisements, which often promote deceptive practices and unfair trade. Under…
