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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY - May 2016

May 2016

Mar 14, 2024

MoRD Partners With IIT Delhi for Geospatial Tech & AI Applications

MoRD (Ministry of Rural Development) and IIT Delhi signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on geospatial technology and artificial intelligence (AI) for rural development. The partnership aims to leverage technology to enhance the effectiveness and transparency of rural development initiatives. The MoU signifies a collaborative effort to address rural challenges through technological solutions, setting a precedent for effective collaboration between academia and government.
The MoU centers around the project 'BhuPRAHARI', an ambitious initiative aimed at leveraging ground and space-based geospatial technologies along with Artificial Intelligence to monitor and manage assets under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA).

Mar 13, 2024

Japan's 1st Private-sector Rocket Explodes Seconds after Launch

A rocket that was supposed to become Japan's first from the private sector to put a satellite into orbit exploded shortly after takeoff.
The rocket called Kairos blasted off from Wakayama Prefecture, in central Japan, a mountainous area filled with trees, but exploded midair within seconds.
Tokyo-based start-up Space One was behind the rocket launch.

Mar 11, 2024

Khelo India Medal Winners Now Eligible for Government Jobs

Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), in collaboration with the Department of Sports, has introduced significant reforms in the recruitment, promotion, and incentive mechanisms for athletes. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to nurturing sporting talent and turning sports into a lucrative career option.
Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Shri Anurag Singh Thakur, has announced that medal winners at the Khelo India Games—spanning Youth, University, Para, and Winter categories—are now eligible for government jobs. This development aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji's vision of creating a robust sports ecosystem in the country and providing young athletes with a secure and promising career path.

Mar 09, 2024

India And South Korea to Boost Cooperation in New Tech and Semiconductors

India and South Korea discussed broadening collaboration into emerging fields like technology, semiconductors, green hydrogen, and professional mobility during their bilateral meeting in Seoul.
India aims to enhance its strategic partnership with South Korea by expanding cooperation into new and critical areas, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar announced during the 10th India-South Korea Joint Commission Meeting in Seoul. Co-chairing the meeting with his South Korean counterpart, Cho Tae-yul, Jaishankar highlighted the comprehensive and productive discussions held on various aspects, including defence, science and technology, trade, and people-to-people exchanges.

Mar 07, 2024

Kerala Welcomes 'Iris' its First Generative AI Teacher

A school in Kerala introduced Iris, a humanoid teacher, marking a significant milestone in the realm of educational technology. Developed in collaboration with Makerlabs Edutech Private Limited, Iris represents a pioneering effort to make learning more interactive, engaging, and accessible.
Located in Thiruvananthapuram, KTCT Higher Secondary School, under the aegis of Kaduvayil Thangal Charitable Trust, became the first educational institution in Kerala to employ an AI-powered teacher. This initiative stems from the Atal Tinkering Lab (ATL) project by NITI Aayog, launched in 2021 to enhance extracurricular activities in schools across India.
Iris is designed to be more than just a robotic presence in the classroom; it is a generative AI entity capable of conducting interactive learning sessions. With the ability to communicate in three languages, Iris can tackle a wide array of questions, making it a versatile and invaluable educational tool.

India's IN-SPACe Inaugurates Satellite & Payload Technical Centre in Ahmedabad

Union Minister of State for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh inaugurated a satellite and payload technical centre in Ahmedabad, representing a significant advancement in India's space sector. Established by the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), this centre aims to revolutionise private sector involvement in space technology development and testing.

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