28-February-2024: National Science Day, Traditional Medicine, Cage Farming, SIDBI and CSC Collaborate to Open Swavalamban Connect Kendras in Bihar and Jharkhand

28 February 2024

• National Science Day: Celebrating Innovation in Agriculture through Spectroscopy

  Every year on February 28, National Science Day is widely observed in India to honor Sir C.V. Raman's 1928 discovery of the Raman Effect. It serves as a reminder of the importance of scientific research and its contributions to society. In the context of agriculture, Sir C.V. Raman's discovery of Raman spectroscopy is an innovative breakthrough. There are various applications of spectroscopy in agriculture, making it crucial for both quantitative and qualitative analysis.

• From Challenges to Success: The Amazing Story of Santosh Kite

  In every challenge of life, only tremendous faith, courage, and willpower can reach the heights of success. This story is one such tale of strong will; it is a strong source of inspiration to never give up.

• India and Thailand Establish Academic Collaboration in Traditional Medicine

  National Institute of Ayurveda in Jaipur, under Ministry of Ayush of the Government of India, and the Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine, operating under the Ministry of Public Health of the Government of the Kingdom of Thailand, have established a significant partnership. Today, in the 10th India-Thailand Joint Commission Meeting at Hyderabad House, New Delhi, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was inked, marking the establishment of an Academic Collaboration in Ayurveda and Thai Traditional Medicine.

• Cage Farming: Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi Reviews Booming Aquaculture at Getalsud Dam, Ranchi

  Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi, Secretary of the Department of Fisheries recently paid a visit to Getalsud Dam in Ranchi, Jharkhand, to assess the progress of cage farming initiatives. This collaborative effort between the Department of Fisheries and the Jharkhand government has transformed Getalsud Reservoir into a bustling center for cage culture, particularly focusing on Pangasius and Tilapia fish species.

• SIDBI and CSC Collaborate to Open Swavalamban Connect Kendras in Bihar and Jharkhand

  The Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) and the Common Services Centre (CSC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the SIDBI Head Office in Lucknow, in a major step to support entrepreneurship and promote economic growth in rural areas. The partnership aims to establish Swavalamban Connect Kendras (SCKs) across Bihar and Jharkhand, to empower aspiring entrepreneurs and transform them into job creators.