Day: 18 November 2024

Child Help Foundation (CHF) Signs a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Goa’s CSR Division

Vijay Raman

Child Help Foundation (CHF), a Pan India non-profit Child-centric organization, took another significant step towards its mission to provide quality education and health for underprivileged sections of society.  On October 23rd, 2024, Child Help Foundation (CHF) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Goa's CSR Division. The partnership aims to promote the socio-economic development of Goa's population, focusing on community upliftment, education, and skill development. The MoU was signed at the Chief Minister Pramod Sawant’s office in Goa. On this occasion, Founders & Managing Trustees; Mr. Rajendra…

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52% Indians open to adopt solar power if incentivised with easy financing support: Luminous survey

Vijay Raman

·         Only 56% are aware about financial support from Government for solar rooftop installation: Luminous survey   ·         Over 76% Indians agree Solar Energy Solutions are easily accessible, but 92% find installation cost of rooftop solar a challenge.   ·         Jaipur and Bengaluru are the most adaptive cities in installing solar rooftop systems.   ·         The Luminous report reveals key regional trends in the country, with the survey covering 5 metros and 8 non-metro cities.      With a strong push for solar adoption by the Government and industry stakeholders,…

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25T Bollard Pull Tug Yuvan inducted into Indian Navy

Vijay Raman

On March 12, 2024, the Titagarh Rail Systems Limited (TRSL) launched its second 25T Bollard Pull Tug, named Bahubali, as part of an order secured from the Indian Navy under the Ministry of Defence’s “Make in India” initiative. This launch marks a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to enhancing India’s maritime capabilities, following the earlier launch of the first tug within a very short time frame. In addition to launching Bahubali, there was a keel laying ceremony for the fourth tug, named Yuvan (Yard 338). The keel laying is…

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A new dawn for elderly healthcare in India

Vijay Raman

The Ayushman Bharat: Vay Vandana Card program has recently achieved a significant milestone, with over 10 lakh enrollments recorded within just three weeks of its launch on October 29, 20241. This health initiative, aimed at senior citizens aged 70 and above, is part of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY), providing eligible individuals with free medical treatment worth up to ₹5 lakh annually. The program reached 10 lakh enrollments within three weeks of its launch, with approximately 60% (about 4 lakh) of these being female applicants.  Treatments…

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India successfully flight-tests its first long-range hypersonic missile

Vijay Raman

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) of India has achieved a significant milestone with the successful flight trial of the country’s first long-range hypersonic missile. This trial was conducted on November 16, 2024, from the Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha. This development positions India among a select group of nations capable of deploying such advanced military technology. The missile was developed throughgh collaboration among various DRDO laboratories, including the Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex in Hyderabad, along with industry partners. Extensive tracking was…

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Assam’s semiconductor plant is boosting India’s manufacturing capabilities

Vijay Raman

The establishment of Assam’s semiconductor plant, spearheaded by Tata Semiconductor Assembly and Test Pvt Ltd (TSAT), represents a significant milestone in India’s endeavor to bolster its semiconductor ecosystem. Investment and Capacity: The Assam semiconductor facility is being developed with a massive investment of ₹27,000 crore (approximately $3.3 billion) and aims to produce 4.83 crore semiconductor chips per day using indigenously developed technologies1. The plant is scheduled to start operations by mid-2025, with the first chips expected to roll out in that year. The project is expected to create around 15,000…

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