INDIAsize Initiative: The government will soon roll out the much-awaited ‘INDIAsize’ initiative, the Union Textiles Minister said recently. INDIAsize Initiative is an initiative of the Ministry of Textiles which aims to establish standardized measurements designed to better suit Indian body types. Presently, international and domestic brands available in India use measurements from the US or […]
Tag: 10th Sep 2024
NIDHI Programme
NIDHI Programme: The Union Minister of Science and Technology virtually inaugurated 8 new NIDHI i-TBIs across India along with a new DST-NIDHI Website at IIT Delhi celebrating 8 years of the Department of Science and Technology’s initiative (DST-NIDHI). The National Initiative for Developing and Harnessing Innovations (NIDHI) program was launched in 2016. It is an […]
Goods Trade Barometer
Goods Trade Barometer: Indian merchandise exports could likely improve in the second half of the year, as the World Trade Organization (WTO) Goods Trade Barometer indicated an upturn in global trade volume. Goods Trade Barometer was formerly known as the World Trade Outlook Indicator. It is developed by the World Trade Organization and provides “real-time” […]
First Legally Binding AI treaty : Council Of Europe
First Legally Binding AI treaty : Council Of Europe The first legally binding AI treaty, signed by the US, EU, and UK, prioritizes human rights and democracy, adopting a risk-based approach to AI regulation across public and private sectors. The Framework Convention on AI by the Council of Europe aims to mitigate AI threats to […]
WHO Global Framework For Pathogen Origins
WHO Global Framework For Pathogen Origins: WHO Launches First Global Framework For Understanding the Origins Of New Or Re-Emerging Pathogens It is Developed by SAGO (Scientific Advisory Group for the Origins of Novel Pathogens) Established by WHO in 2021; consists of global independent experts Key Principles is to Aligns with International Health Regulations (IHR) and […]
Indian-Americans featured in TIME 100 Most Influential People in AI 2024
Indian-Americans featured in TIME 100 Most Influential People in AI 2024: TIME Magazine’s ‘TIME100 Most Influential People in AI 2024’ list celebrates 15 Indian or Indian-origin individuals, showcasing their contributions to the AI landscape.
Jannik Sinner Beats Taylor Fritz to Win 2024 US Open
Jannik Sinner Beats Taylor Fritz to Win 2024 US Open: Jannik Sinner, the world’s No. 1 tennis player, clinched his second Grand Slam title at the U.S. Open, defeating Taylor Fritz in a thrilling final. This victory marked a remarkable comeback for Sinner, who faced significant challenges leading up to the tournament.
SBI Foundation Launches 3rd Edition of Asha Scholarship Program
SBI Foundation Launches 3rd Edition of Asha Scholarship Program: The State Bank of India (SBI) Foundation has unveiled the third edition of its flagship initiative, the SBI Asha Scholarship Programme. This ambitious program aims to support 10,000 talented students from underprivileged backgrounds across India, offering substantial financial assistance to help them pursue their educational dreams.
State Mission Director for the National Health Mission
State Mission Director for the National Health Mission: Dr. Vinay Goyal has officially assumed the role of State Mission Director for the National Health Mission (NHM). He succeeds K. Jeevan Babu, who has moved to the Kerala Water Authority as Managing Director.
India’s Ambassador to Croatia
India’s Ambassador to Croatia: Arun Goel has been appointed as India’s next Ambassador to Croatia, succeeding Raj Kumar Srivastava. The Ministry of External Affairs announced his new role on September 7, 2024. Goel, a retired 1985-batch IAS officer from the Punjab cadre, previously served as the Election Commissioner of India from November 21, 2022, to […]
