Month: September 2024

New Nationwide Campaign ‘Desh Ka Prakriti Parikshan Abhiyan’ Introduced by Minister

Manish Kumar

Union Minister of State for Ayush (Independent Charge) Shri Prataprao Jadhav announced today that the National Exit Test (NExT) for Ayush will be implemented for the 2021-2022 batch onwards. This decision follows recommendations from a committee formed to address students’ concerns about the test. Key Details: Implementation Timeline: The NExT will apply to students enrolled in the 2021-22 academic session under the NCISM and NCH Acts, 2020. Committee: The recommendations were made by a committee chaired by Prof. Sanjeev Sharma, Vice Chancellor of the National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur. Purpose:…

First International Solar Festival: PM Modi Calls for Global Unity in Solar Energy Initiatives

Manish Kumar

Warm greetings to all of you. I am honored to welcome you to the first International Solar Festival. My heartfelt congratulations to the International Solar Alliance for this splendid initiative. Friends, The Vedas, ancient texts composed thousands of years ago, contain popular mantras dedicated to the sun, which millions of Indians continue to chant daily. Across cultures, the sun has been revered and celebrated in various ways, with festivals related to the sun found in many regions. This International Solar Festival brings the world together to acknowledge and celebrate the…

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

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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

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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…