Turkiye seeks to join the BRICS bloc of emerging economies, a Kremlin official says
https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/turkiye-seeks-to-join-the-brics-bloc-of-emerging-economies-a-kremlin-official-says/article68605895.ece

How can biotechnology be harnessed for economic development? 🔗
#express_explained

India Semiconductor Mission (ISM)

News: The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi approved the proposal of Kaynes Semicon Pvt Ltd to setup the 5th semiconductor unit in Sanand, Gujarat.

Establishment:
📍ISM is a specialized and independent Business Division within the Digital India Corporation.
📍It was created to foster a vibrant semiconductor and display ecosystem, positioning India as a global hub for electronics manufacturing and design.
Powers and Responsibilities:
📍 ISM holds full administrative and financial powers to drive the semiconductor ecosystem in India,
focusing on manufacturing, packaging, and design.
📍It serves as the nodal agency for schemes approved under the Semicon India Programme.
#sci&tech

Thanjavur Veena

📍Why in News: The Thanjavur veena is the first musical instrument in the
country to get the Geographical Indication (GI) tag.

📍Origin and Significance:

🌟 The Thanjavur veena is a traditional Indian musical instrument, renowned for
its unique construction and deep cultural significance.

🌟 It is closely associated with Carnatic classical music and is often depicted in
the hands of Saraswati, the goddess of learning and arts.

📍Types of Thanjavur Veena:

🌟Ekantha Veena: Crafted from a single block of wood, making it a seamless, unified instrument.

🌟Sada Veena: Carved in three distinct sections: the resonator (kudam), the neck (dandi), and the head. The sections are joined together to form the complete instrument.

#ArtandCraft

#BREAKING 🚨| Harvinder Singh becomes first Indian archer to win gold medal at Paralympics 2024, beats Poland's Lukasz Ciszek 6-0 in men's recurve open final 🏹🎯🥇🇮🇳

✍🏻OpenAI’s Project Strawberry and the promise of AI’s next big breakthrough

Morning motivation ☀️

If you have a determination to do something then nothing is impossible

Bhala karne jata hun bura ho jata hai😭

Happy teachers day 😀
जब तक शिक्षक का ऐसा आशीर्वाद प्राप्त नहीं हो जाता .. तब तक पढ़ाई अधूरी है.

https://www.reuters.com/markets/commodities/ethanol-push-turns-india-into-corn-importer-shaking-up-global-market-2024-09-04/

The amount of water and land that would be needed to fuel this obsession is unreal..

https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/indias-ethanol-conundrum/article67654247.ece

the push for ethanol as a fuel might impact India in the long run.

Agricultural Impact:
Increased
demand for crops like sugarcane and maize (used for ethanol production) could shift agricultural patterns, potentially leading to monoculture and soil degradation over time.

Water Usage: Ethanol
production, particularly from sugarcane, is water-intensive. This could exacerbate water scarcity issues in regions already facing water stress.

Food Security Concerns:
Diverting crops from food to fuel can reduce food availability and drive up prices, posing a threat to food security.

Economic Costs: Heavy
subsidies for ethanol production and blending could strain public finances. The initial investment in infrastructure for ethanol blending might also be costly.

Energy Efficiency: Ethanol
has a lower energy density than petrol or diesel, which means more fuel consumption for the same distance. This can offset some environmental and economic benefits.

Environmental Benefits:
Reduced greenhouse gas emissions due to the use of biofuels can help in meeting India's climate goals, but only if ethanol is produced sustainably.

Import Reduction: Ethanol
blending can reduce India’s dependence on crude oil imports, saving foreign exchange in the long run and enhancing energy security.

Technological Challenges:
Existing vehicles and infrastructure may need modifications to handle higher ethanol blends, leading to added costs.

nistabdha😶
Ye snasar insano k liye nhi rha ab

✍🏻An Enhanced Partnership between the Republic of India and Brunei Darussalam.
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Rajasthan HC grants bail to 2022 Udaipur tailor Kanhaiya Lal murder accused Mohammed Javed | Latest News India - Hindustan Times
https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/rajasthan-hc-grants-bail-to-kanhaiya-lal-murder-accused-mohammed-javed-101725527337913.html

Bravo to the Indian judiciary! In a world of uncertainty, at least you're consistent...consistently disappointing.

The Indian judiciary is like a majestic fortress—not of justice, but of delays, loopholes, nepotism, and bail orders for the most 'misunderstood' and 'mentally challenged' individuals. You prepared and helped in beheading someone on camera over a simple whatsapp status? No problem! Just smile for the courtroom, and you'll be out in time for lunch.

Key Ally Jagmeet Singh Pulls Support
Jagmeet said Justin Trudeau will not be able to take on the opposition Conservatives amid recent polls showing them securing an easy win.

https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/setback-for-canadas-trudeau-as-key-ally-jagmeet-singh-pulls-out-support-6494668

India will find it difficult to slash fossil fuel imports, no need for too much EV subsidies: Nitin Gadkari
https://m.economictimes.com/news/economy/policy/india-will-find-it-difficult-to-slash-fossil-fuel-imports-no-need-for-too-much-ev-subsidies-gadkari/articleshow/113086524.cms

🥲 akhir kahna kya chahte h sahab

Ye to kamal ho gya
Dhoti faad ke rumal ho gya 🌚