Month: September 2024

Singaporean Business Leaders and Prime Minister Collaborate on Future Economic Partnerships

Manish Kumar

In a significant engagement, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met with leading CEOs from Singapore across various sectors including investment funds, infrastructure, manufacturing, energy, sustainability, and logistics. The event also saw participation from Deputy Prime Minister H.E. Mr. Gan Kim Yong and Minister for Home Affairs and Law H.E. Mr. K Shanmugam of Singapore. Key Highlights from the Interaction: Acknowledgment of Investment: Prime Minister Modi praised the substantial investment footprint of Singaporean companies in India, highlighting their role in bolstering bilateral relations and economic cooperation. Announcement of New Initiative: To…

National Awards Conferred on Teachers by President of India for Exceptional Service

Manish Kumar

The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu conferred National Awards on teachers from across the country at a function held in New Delhi today (September 5, 2024) on Teachers’ Day. Addressing the gathering, the President said that teachers have to prepare such citizens who are not only educated but also sensitive, honest and enterprising. She stated that moving ahead in life is success, but the meaning of life lies in working for the welfare of others. We should have compassion. Our conduct should be ethical. A successful life lies in…

125 Startups to Gain Funding and Mentorship Through Potential Accelerator Support

Manish Kumar

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) is actively promoting India’s software product industry under the National Policy on Software Products (NPSP) – 2019. Through a range of programs, Indian software startups are supported to scale and innovate. These initiatives include Centre of Excellences, the Technological Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs (TIDE) program, Next Generation Incubation Scheme (NGIS), ICT Grand Challenges, and Gen-Next Support for Innovative Startups (GENESIS), all aimed at fostering a thriving ecosystem for software entrepreneurs. About SAMRIDH: Empowering Indian Software Startups SAMRIDH (Startup Accelerator of MeitY…

Global Study: Swachh Bharat Mission Linked to Significant Drop in Infant Mortality in India

Manish Kumar

A recent study published in Nature, a leading multi-disciplinary science journal, reveals that the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM), India’s national sanitation program, has significantly contributed to reducing infant and under-five mortality rates, averting 60,000 – 70,000 infant deaths annually. This comprehensive study, using a quasi-experimental design, provides robust evidence that the increase in toilet access under SBM is linked to improved child survival outcomes. Key Findings: Toilet Access and Child Mortality: The study found a strong inverse relationship between increased toilet access and reductions in infant mortality rate (IMR) and…

Experts Explore AI-Driven Solutions to Revolutionize Healthcare

Manish Kumar

At a day-long conference held on September 5, 2024, at the iHub Anubhuti IIITD Foundation of Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology Delhi (IIIT Delhi), medical professionals, engineers, scientists, and other stakeholders discussed AI-driven solutions to improve healthcare outcomes. The conference, titled “AI in Healthcare: Bridging the Gap Between Medicine and Engineering,” focused on the interdisciplinary collaboration necessary to enhance patient care and optimize clinical processes. Prof. Abhay Karandikar, Secretary of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), delivered the inaugural address, emphasizing the transformative potential of the National Mission on…

Youth Key to Achieving Viksit Bharat Vision, Says Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya

Manish Kumar

Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya chaired the valedictory session of the Two-Day National Convention of District Youth Officers in New Delhi today. Addressing the gathering, Dr. Mandaviya set a visionary tone for the event, emphasizing the vital role of youth in realizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a developed India — ‘Viksit Bharat’ — by 2047. He highlighted that India’s youth hold the key to unlocking a future of unprecedented growth, urging DYOs to foster youth empowerment through innovative solutions,…

NHRC, NITI Aayog, and MoHFW to Host National Conference on Digital Health Solutions in New Delhi

Manish Kumar

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India in collaboration with the Sankala Foundation supported by the NITI Aayog and the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare is organising a national conference on `Universal Access to Healthcare: Digital Solutions’, at India Habitat Centre, New Delhi on 6th September 2024. The conference aims to bring together practitioners, government officials, leading experts, innovators and policy makers in the field of healthcare and digital healthcare technology to explore the way forward for universal access to affordable and quality healthcare services especially to people living…

NRLM Aids 90 Lakh SHG Families in Livestock Sector, Says Shri Charanjit Singh

Manish Kumar

A webinar was held to promote the convergence of schemes between the Department of Animal Husbandry and Self Help Group (SHG) members under the National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM). The event, chaired by Ms. Alka Upadhaya, Secretary of the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD), and Shri Charanjit Singh, Additional Secretary of the Ministry of Rural Development, focused on expanding the reach of animal husbandry schemes to SHG members. Key Points from the Webinar: Enhancing Livestock Entrepreneurship Among SHGs: Ms. Upadhaya emphasized the importance of livestock, including small ruminants…

India Surpasses Rich Nations in Climate Contributions, US and UK Criticized: Report

Manish Kumar

A recent report highlights that India contributed USD 1.28 billion in climate finance through multilateral development banks (MDBs) in 2022, surpassing contributions from several developed nations. The report, published by UK-based think tank ODI and the Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance, underscores India’s significant financial support for climate action compared to wealthier nations like Greece, Portugal, and New Zealand. The report points out that only 12 developed countries—including Norway, France, and Germany—met their fair share of international climate finance commitments. However, major developed nations like the United States, Australia, Canada, Spain,…

CBI Accuses Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal of Conspiring to Privatize Excise Policy, Alleges Illicit Payments in Goa Poll Campaign

Manish Kumar

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has levelled serious allegations against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in the ongoing excise policy case. According to the CBI’s supplementary charge sheet, Kejriwal is accused of being involved in a criminal conspiracy related to the privatization of Delhi’s Excise Policy, as well as misappropriating funds during the Goa Assembly elections in 2022. Allegations Against Kejriwal and AAP The CBI has claimed that Kejriwal, in his capacity as the national convenor and chief of AAP, had orchestrated a…