Chhattisgarh Affairs
Environment Day inspires to enhance harmony: CM
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel said the World Environment Day (June 5) inspires to enhance the harmony between humans and nature.
In a message to the people of the state, Baghel said an uncontrolled exploitation of nature was causing a crisis for the environment as well as life.
Now the time has come that in order to save our existence, we should think seriously and work more towards saving the environment. Otherwise it will be difficult for the coming generations to get clean air, an official Communication quoting him as saying.
It is a matter of pride that in the last four-and-a-half years, Chhattisgarh has made itself known as the cleanest state in the country. It is the first state toconstitute Harit Chhattisgarh, he said.
The government has taken several steps to save forests, and farmers are being encouraged to plant trees. Plantation on a large scale has been taken up on the banks of rivers, in forests and Gauthans.
Governor-cum-chancellor of universities Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar called upon the TEACHING to help build the Society.
Inaugurating a seminar on the National Education Policy (NEP)-2020 at Raj Bhavan, he said, The country is taking a new turn and we should be in a state of readiness for accepting the challenges in coming days so thatBihardoes not lag behind other states in terms of development.
The governor said teachers are the guides of society and they play a pivotal role in shaping up the future of the new generation. Reminding people that the society too have respect for the teaching fraternity, he called them to take up their job with all sincerity considering it as moral responsibility.
National and International Affairs
Microsofthas signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) withDirectorate General of Training (DGT)under the Ministry of Skills Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) to train 6,000 students and 200 educators in digital and cyber-security skills in the country. As part of this collaboration with, Microsoft will offer a wide range of courses, including training in AI, cloud computing, web development and cybersecurity skills for students and 200 faculty members at government-led Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and National Skills Training Institutions (NSTIs).
The training will empower young students with -relevant skills, enhancing their employability, and connecting them to relevant job opportunities. In addition, trained faculty members can then train ITI students attending computer operator and programming assistant (COPA) training.
The CyberShikshaa programme focusing on basic and intermediate cybersecurity skills training will also be expanded to students and educators at 10 NSTIs for Women. Trends such as demographic transitions and technological changes such as Industry 4.0, Web 3.0, and extended reality technology are introducing immense possibilities for our youth that will change their lives forever.
India Conducts Asias First Demonstration of Performance-Based Navigation for Helicopters
India recently achieved a significant milestone in the field of aviation as it conducted Asias first demonstration of performance-based for helicopters. The successful flight from Juhu to Pune showcased the utilization of GAGAN satellite technology, a joint development by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Airports Authority of India (AAI). This groundbreaking achievement highlights Indias innovation and expertise in the aviation sector.
The Significance of Performance-Based Navigation:
Performance-Based Navigation (PBN) is a modern navigation concept that enables precise and efficient aircraft operations. By utilizing satellite-based technologies, PBN enhances accuracy, safety, and capacity in air traffic management. This demonstration marked a significant step forward for the Indian aviation sector, showcasing its commitment to adopting advanced navigation systems
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) countrieshave kicked off military exercises with a pledge to defend their newest member, Finland, which is hosting its first joint training in the Arctic region since becoming part of the Western alliance in April. Nearly 1,000 allied forces from Norway, the United Kingdom and the United States as well as NATO applicant Sweden joined approximately 6,500 Finnish troops and some 1,000 vehicles for exercises this week, which mark Finlands biggest modern-time land-force drill above the Arctic Circle.
Overseeing NATO exercises just a two-hour drive from the Russian border at one of Europes largest artillery training grounds in Rovajarvi, northern Finland, US Army Major-General Gregory Anderson from the 10th Mountain Division said his country stood ready to defend Finland.Some 150 aircraft from 14 NATO members and partner countries are also participating in Arctic Challenge 2023 exercises, according to NATO Air Command.