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Vijayawada Railway Division dispatches first palm oil husk rake to Uttar Pradesh’s Pathri

The Vijayawada Division of the South Central Railway (SCR) zone in India has dispatched the first-ever rake loaded with palm oil nut shells husk from Samarlakota in Andhra Pradesh to Pathri in Uttar Pradesh. The 2,680 tonnes of husk were loaded into 42 BCN wagons and transported at a 45 per cent lower cost compared to road transport. Palm oil nut shells are used as fuel for boilers and kilns due to their high calorific value. The marketing team holds regular meetings with customers to help drive home the advantages of shipping goods on trains and increase the Division’s revenue.

Company mentioned in the article: South Central Railway Zone.

Person mentioned in the article: Vavilapalli Rambabu, Senior Divisional Commercial Manager and Shivendra Mohan, Divisional Railway Manager (DRM).

NDA to Lead Government in 2024 with PM Modi as Leader, Confirms Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has stated that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi will form the government during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Speaking to reporters in Uttar Pradesh, Singh praised PM Modi’s leadership and highlighted that his government had generated a significant number of jobs and successfully reduced the unemployment rate from 6% to 4.6%. Singh also expressed disappointment over the boycott of the new Parliament building’s inauguration by opposition parties, adding that every political party should have been present. On the ongoing wrestler protests and sexual harassment allegations against BJP MP Brij Bhushan Singh, Singh stated that a solution will be found as the investigation continues.

E-chip firms, including Vedanta, to reapply under revised scheme opening on June 1.

According to sources, some e-chip firms, including the Vedanta Foxconn JV, are expected to re-apply for government incentives under the Modified Semicon India Programme from June 1. In the new scheme, the government has increased the financial incentive to 50% of the project cost for companies, consortia, and joint ventures involving setting up semiconductor fabs and display fabs of specified technologies of any node in India. Previously, incentives varied based on wafer node size. The application window for the Modified Scheme for setting up of Compound Semiconductors, Silicon Photonics, Sensors Fab, Discrete Semiconductors Fab and Semiconductor ATMP, OSAT facilities in India is open until December 2024.

Vedanta is a multinational mining and metal company based in India. It is the largest producer of zinc and the second-largest producer of copper in India.

Rajeev Chandrasekhar is the Minister of State for Electronics and IT in India. He has been in office since July 2021 and was appointed to the position by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Prior to his appointment, Chandrasekhar was a member of the Rajya Sabha, the upper house of the Indian parliament, representing the state of Karnataka.

New CEO appointed at TCS: Krithivasan takes charge

K. Krithivasan has officially taken over as the new CEO of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest information technology (IT) services firm by market cap. The appointment follows the stepping down of Rajesh Gopinathan, and industry experts have suggested that the change in leadership is not expected to cause any instability for the company, with policies and strategic decisions to continue as before. Krithivasan, who has been with TCS for over 34 years, will be the oldest CEO appointment to date, having previously served as the president and head of global banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI) business. The BFSI sector accounts for around 30% of the IT services industry’s revenue for the six large-cap entities in India, with TCS deriving over 38% of its total revenue from the sector. Experts predict that TCS may sign larger multi-year client contracts valued at over $1 billion going forward, with a focus on cost optimization and consolidation in the industry.

India Conducts Asia’s First Performance-Based Navigation Demo for Helicopters

India has set a new milestone by conducting the first-ever demonstration of performance-based navigation for helicopters in Asia, using the GAGAN satellite technology. The flight from Juhu to Pune successfully made use of the technology, which enhances accuracy and allows for high-quality air traffic management. The GPS Aided GEO Augmented Navigation (GAGAN) system was jointly developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Airports Authority of India (AAI). According to the Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, the demonstration is a prime example of the Indian aviation sector’s innovation and groundbreaking efforts.

Company: The Airports Authority of India (AAI) is a statutory body that manages airports in India and provides aviation infrastructure and support services. It is responsible for airport operations, air traffic management, and air navigation services.

Person: Jyotiraditya Madhavrao Scindia is an Indian politician who currently serves as the Minister of Civil Aviation of India. He has been previously elected as a member of parliament representing the Guna constituency, and held various other ministerial positions in the past.

No Targeted Ads for Under 18s Proposed by AIGF in Self-Regulatory Model Charter

The All India Gaming Federation (AIGF) has released a draft model charter for a self-regulatory body (SRB) for online gaming intermediaries in accordance with the provisions of the Information Technology Rules and Digital Media Ethics Code. The charter aims to safeguard children’s interests, mandating that members implement measures to safeguard children, including measures for parental or access control and classifying online games through age rating, based on the nature and type of content. AIGF also said that members of the proposed SRBs shall not target advertisements for Real Money Games at children below 18 years of age. The draft charter is currently being circulated among stakeholders.

The AIGF is the apex industry body for online skill gaming in India.

Union Minister of State for Electronics and IT Rajeev Chandrasekhar said that the government will not allow the industry to take over the proposed self-regulatory body for online gaming.

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Shamator residents demand medical facilities at CHC within a month

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The Shamator Town Public Forum (STPF) in Nagaland has expressed its disappointment over the lack of medical equipment, infrastructure, and manpower at the Community Health Centre (CHC) Shamator. The upgraded facility was supposed to act as a referral center for patients from neighboring health centers requiring specialized health care services. However, it is still operating with limited resources, posing a threat to the lives of district citizens. In a representation to the principal director of the Directorate of Health and Family Welfare, the STPF appealed to take cognizance of the situation and take remedial measures within one month. If the concerns remain unaddressed, the organization will be compelled to seek justice through various platforms, and the concerned department will be held solely responsible for the consequences.

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The Shamator Town Public Forum is a civic organization representing the citizens of Shamator district in Nagaland, India. It works towards bettering the community’s living standards, focusing on healthcare, education, sanitation, and other social issues. The organization also aims to create a united front of concerned citizens to raise their collective voice against any injustice and demand timely action from authorities.

Union Health Ministry emphasizes on prioritizing food over tobacco consumption on World No Tobacco Day

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The Union Health Ministry of India has issued new guidelines for online curated content that displays tobacco products or their use. Online publishers must comply with specific guidelines, including displaying anti-tobacco health warning messages as static messages on a clear, legible background, and showing audio-visual disclaimers highlighting the ill effects of tobacco use at the beginning and middle of the program. Health spots lasting 30 seconds must also be shown at the beginning and middle of the program. The OTT guidelines were issued by Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on World No Tobacco Day, who appealed to people to break free from tobacco addiction and embrace a healthier lifestyle. Tobacco consumption is a growing concern for the nation’s young generation, who are the future. Non-compliance with OTT’s regulations could result in the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare taking action. The event was attended by senior officials from the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, the Delhi Police, and the World Health Organization Representative to India.

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Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya appealed to people to break away from the shackles of tobacco addiction and move towards a healthier lifestyle. He showed concern about the increasing trend of tobacco consumption among the young generation, which is the future of the country. Mansukh Mandaviya suggested starting a Lok Bhagidari campaign through Jan Abhiyaan and emphasizing the harmful effects of tobacco consumption among youth and the nation.

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Meity Launches Pilot Project on Electronics Repair Services Outsourcing with $20 Billion Revenue Potential in 5 Years

The Indian Ministry of Electronics and IT has launched a pilot project for electronics repair services outsourcing, aiming to generate $20 billion in revenue over the next five years. The government initiative called “the ERSO Pilot” aims to make India the “repair capital of the world”. The project is being run in Bengaluru, and it is verified by the Central Board Of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), the Environment Ministry and has received industry support. Five companies, namely Flex, Lenovo, CTDI, R-Logic, and Aforeserve have volunteered for the pilot project for a period of three months, after which the government will assess what modifications are necessary to the policy and process.

The Ministry of Electronics and IT is a branch of the Government of India that is responsible for information technology, electronics, and the Internet. The ministry came into existence in 2016 to boost e-governance, digital literacy, cyber security, and innovation, among other things.

IT hardware industry body, MAIT director general AA Jafri said that ERSO has the potential to significantly enhance the extension of device life worldwide by offering affordable and dependable repair of ICT (Information and Communication Technology) products.

India, Singapore officials discuss boosting ties in education

India’s Union Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, and Singapore’s Education Minister, Chan Chun Sing, met on May 31 to discuss ways to expand their existing partnership through institutional mechanisms. They intend to focus particularly on teacher and trainer capacity-building, incorporating future skills into education, and skilling ecosystems. Pradhan visited the Skills Future Singapore initiative, the driving force behind the Singaporean government’s national Skills Future movement, which aims to foster a culture of lifelong learning and promote skills mastery. During his three-day visit, Pradhan met with numerous key ministers, including the Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister for Finance.