ATMOS 2024: A Three-Day Tech Extravaganza at BITS Pilani - Hyderabad Campus
ATMOS (Assimilation of Technically Motivated Souls) 2024, a three-day technical fest at BITS Pilani's Hyderabad campus, begins November 8, promising an exciting array of intellectual and entertainment-packed activities.
Running until November 10, this annual event brings together students to showcase their innovative skills and compete in dynamic contests like Robot Wars, Drone Racing, and Hackathons. Organised by students since 2012, ATMOS has evolved into one of India's most awaited tech events, offering not only technical competitions but also cultural and recreational activities.
Centre Launches Rs. 500-crore Scheme to Boost Medical Device Industry
The Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilizers, J. P. Nadda, launched the "Scheme for Strengthening the Medical Device Industry," aimed at boosting the sector and making India self-reliant in medical devices. The scheme, with a total outlay of Rs. 500 crore, covers critical areas such as manufacturing of key components, skill development, clinical studies, infrastructure development, and industry promotion. The event also saw the presence of Union Minister of State Anupriya Patel, Secretary of the Department of Pharmaceuticals Arunish Chawla, and industry representatives.
The scheme is designed to strengthen the medical device sector in India by addressing infrastructure gaps, reducing import dependency, and building a skilled workforce. It aims to make India a global hub for medical device manufacturing by focusing on crucial areas like R&D, clinical studies, and industry promotion.
Nov 07, 2024
Union Cabinet Approves PM-Vidyalaxmi Scheme to Support Meritorious Students' Higher Education
The Union Cabinet approved the PM-Vidyalaxmi scheme, a new initiative aimed at ensuring that financial constraints no longer prevent talented students in India from pursuing quality higher education.
Through this scheme, eligible students who gain admission into accredited higher education institutions can access collateral-free, guarantor-free loans to cover tuition fees and other course-related expenses.
PM-Vidyalaxmi is designed to provide financial support to students admitted to the top 860 institutions across India, reaching more than 22 lakh students annually.
For loans up to Rs. 7.5 lakh, the Government of India will provide a 75 per cent credit guarantee, encouraging banks and financial institutions to expand their loan coverage.
The scheme will be managed via a fully digital, transparent, and student-friendly portal. Additionally, students from families with an annual income of up to Rs. 8 lakh can avail a 3 per cent interest subsidy for loans up to Rs. 10 lakh.s during the moratorium period, provided they do not qualify for any other government scholarship or subsidy.
Nov 06, 2024
Andhra Pradesh CM Launches Deepam 2.0 Scheme for Women
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu visited Edupuram in Srikakulam district to launch the Deepam 2.0 scheme, aimed at empowering women by providing them with free gas cylinders. During his visit, Naidu personally handed over a gas cylinder to a beneficiary, Santhamma, and even lit her stove, preparing tea as a gesture of support for the initiative.
The scheme aims to empower women by providing free access to clean cooking energy. Women will receive three free gas cylinders per year under the scheme. The initiative is part of Naidu's broader efforts to improve living conditions in Andhra Pradesh.
Nov 05, 2024
Uttar Pradesh Boosts Veterinary Services with New Policy
The Uttar Pradesh government announced a new policy to enhance veterinary services by introducing diploma and certificate courses in animal husbandry and para-veterinary medicine. This decision, taken during a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, aims to address the shortage of veterinarians in the state, where only 8,193 are available compared to the national total of about 34,500. By training more para-veterinarians, the government seeks to empower rural communities with essential animal health services, addressing the challenges posed by the current lack of resources and adequate training.
Animal Husbandry Minister Dharampal Singh emphasised the critical role of para-veterinarians in rural areas, where they often perform tasks like vaccination and first aid under the supervision of veterinarians due to a limited number of licensed professionals. The new policy will facilitate the training of para-vets in various aspects of animal health care, thereby improving the quality of services provided in rural communities.
Nov 03, 2024
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan Inaugurates Thottiyar Hydroelectric Scheme
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated the 40-megawatt (MW) Thottiyar Hydroelectric scheme in Idukki. According to officials, the speciality of the Thottiyar project is the low quantity of water needed for power generation. The expected annual power generation here is 99 million units. During the trial run, the project generated 173 million units of electricity.
The Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) installed the 'Run For River' system for the project. The water from Deviyar, the stream connecting to Periyar, is used for the Thottiyar power project.