Day: 30 January 2024

Launch of Recognition Protocol of Agroforestry Nursery

Vijay Raman

Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare and Tribal Affairs, Shri Arjun Munda launched the Framework for Voluntary Carbon Market in Agriculture Sector and Accreditation Protocol of Agroforestry Nurseries in Delhi today. Speaking on the occasion, he said that the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has come out with a framework to promote Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM) in the agriculture sector of the country with the aim of encouraging small and medium farmers to avail carbon credits. Have prepared. Introducing farmers to the carbon market will not only benefit them, but…

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Mother of Democracy’ tableau secured first position in the Republic Day Celebration Parade 2024

Vijay Raman

IGNCA is pleased to announce that its tableau of the Ministry of Culture has won the first prize in the Republic Day Celebrations (RDC) Parade 2024, a significant win in the field of cultural representation. A wonderful blend of tradition and innovation, the tableau enthralled the audience with its rich display of the cultural heritage of India as well as its excellent use of anamorphic technology – often referred to as the mother of democracy. The anamorphic technique skillfully employed in our presentation added a contemporary touch reflecting the dynamism of…

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Success achieved in changing the direction of Chenab River in Jammu and Kashmir

Vijay Raman

A major achievement was achieved in the 850 MW Rattle Hydroelectric Project in the state with the diversion of the course of Chenab River through diversion tunnels at Drabashalla in Kishtwar district in Jammu and Kashmir at 11.30 am on January 27, 2024. River diversion will enable the dam area on the river bed to be isolated to undertake the vital activity of dam excavation and construction. This will expedite the dam construction activities and help in reducing any delay in the project work so that the project can be completed on…

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Sonichem launches project to transform the automotive industry with bio-based plastics

Vijay Raman

A consortium led by sustainable technology innovator Sonichem has been granted nearly £600,000 in funding from Innovate UK’s 'Resource efficiency for materials and manufacturing' (REforMM) programme. The funding will accelerate the development of the proprietary Sonichem ultrasound technology and the production of renewable, cost-effective alternatives to petrochemicals commonly used in the production of plastics, resins, and composites within the automotive industry. The cutting-edge CARMA (carbon-neutral agroforestry-derived resins to materials for automotive applications) project will apply Sonichem’s ultrasonic processing technique to automotive applications for the first time. The patented breakthrough approach converts sawdust, the biomass by-product…

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Global Annual Unit Sales of V2X-Connected Vehicles Set to Exceed 60 Million Vehicles by 2034, Reports IDTechEx

Vijay Raman

Author: James Falkiner, Technology Analyst at IDTechEx China is set to add 30 million new V2X-enabled vehicles to the road every year by 2034, according to IDTechEx’s report, “Connected and Software-Defined Vehicles 2024-2034: Markets, Forecasts, Technologies”, as part of a wider global trend that will see V2X technology become the standard in most vehicles. The future connected vehicle does not just use a standard smartphone cellular connection but also takes advantage of dedicated ‘V2X’ safety communication channels. V2X, which stands for Vehicle-to-Everything, uses either Wi-Fi or cellular-based technology to facilitate communication…

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Warming Hanle Monastery School: Children Embrace Comfort with New Heaters

Vijay Raman

In the heart of Ladakh's challenging winters, the “Lamas of Light” initiative celebrated a significant milestone with the successful launch of its first phase at Hanle Monastery School on January 22, 2024. Spearheaded by the Headlight Foundation, this initiative endeavors to bring warmth, education, and hope to the resilient students of Hanle Monastery School. The Chief Guest for the event, Shri Ishey Spalzang, Hon'ble Councillor, Nyoma, graced the occasion, highlighting the collaborative effort dedicated to the betterment of Hanle's educational landscape. Message from Headlight Foundation Founders: “As founders of the…

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