Published on: April 12, 2024
Snippets : 12 APRIL 2024
Snippets : 12 APRIL 2024
- Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) is preparing to introduce air-conditioned electric buses to its fleet. OHM Global Mobility, a subsidiary of Ashok Leyland, will supply 320 such buses to the BMTC. In addition, BMTC plans to replace old Volvo buses operating on Vajra and Vayu Vajra airport routes with air-conditioned electric buses. Officials said that BMTC recently awarded OHM Global Mobility the contract to operate air-conditioned electric buses on a Gross Cost Contract (lease model)
- India Emerges as Fourth Largest Exporter of Digitally Delivered Services: WTO Report
- India’s Chandrayaan-3 mission team given 2024 John L. ‘Jack’ Swigert Jr. Award
- Justice Aniruddha Bose has been appointed as the Head of the National Judicial Academy. The National Judicial Academy (NJA), established in 1993 in Bhopal under the Supreme Court’s guidance, trains judges across all courts for effective justice administration, conducts programs on legal topics, supports research, and contributes significantly to the professional development of judges, thereby strengthening India’s judicial framework
- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has raised India’s economic growth projection for FY25 to 7% from 6.7%, citing drivers like infrastructure spending, private investment, service sector growth, and consumer confidence. ADB predicts FY26 GDP growth at 7.2%, expecting momentum from exports and increased productivity. India remains the fastest growing major economy, supported by domestic demand and policy measures. Inflation is projected at 4.6% for FY25, easing to 4.5% in FY26, potentially leading to a less restrictive monetary policy. Key risks to India’s economic outlook include global shocks like supply disruptions in oil markets and adverse weather affecting agriculture output.
- The AUKUS alliance, comprising the UK, US, and Australia, plans to expand its membership, focusing on bolstering security and defense capabilities without nuclear weapons transfer. AUKUS’ pillars include assisting Australia in acquiring nuclear-powered submarines (SSNs) and emphasizing cooperation in advanced military capabilities like AI, quantum technologies, and cyber capabilities. The submarine component of AUKUS aims to equip Australia with eight nuclear-powered attack submarines (SSNs), enhancing its undersea capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region. Despite the nuclear-powered nature of the submarines, AUKUS countries clarify that the objective does not involve arming them with nuclear weapons, in line with Australia’s NPT commitments. This initiative positions Australia as the seventh nation globally with nuclear-powered submarines, reflecting AUKUS’ strategic focus on security cooperation and technological advancement
- The World Health Organisation (WHO) released the Global Hepatitis Report 2024, highlighting India’s substantial burden of viral hepatitis, including Hepatitis B and C infections with low diagnosis and treatment rates. Hepatitis, defined as liver inflammation, is transmitted through various means, including viruses and non-infectious sources. Hepatitis B primarily spreads from mother to child, while Hepatitis C is mainly through blood contact. Prevention includes vaccination for Hepatitis B, and treatment is available for Hepatitis C, but access remains limited despite government programs.
