UGI USER, Author at Universal Group Of Institutions

18Jan 2024

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“Universal School of Administration Successfully Hosts State-Level Children Chess Tournament;

The Universal School of Administration, Bengaluru, took a significant stride in promoting chess at the grassroots level by hosting the State-level Children Chess Tournament on January 7th. Shri R. Upendra Shetty, Chairman of the Universal Group of Institutions, announced during the inaugural event that the institution will be making history by hosting the Universal First …

18Jan 2024

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Thermal Power Plants

@newsonair News A proposal for equity investments for the establishment of two thermal power plants in the nation was approved today by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) and the subsidiaries of Coal India Limited will establish these power plants in order to give the public access to more reasonably priced power. As per …

18Jan 2024

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APEX BODY FOR DEFENCE UPGRADES

Why in the News? A high-level committee, led by the Prime Minister, is proposed for defence upgrades. Key members include the Defence Minister, National Security Advisor, Chief of Defence Staff, Principal Scientific Advisor, service chiefs, and their vice chiefs. The committee emphasizes the need for a focused approach to research and development by the Defence …

18Jan 2024

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INDIA-CHINA TENSIONS 2021-2022: KEY DEVELOPMENTS

Focus : Tensions persisted between India and China along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) throughout 2021 and into the end of 2022. Primarily fueled by the eastern Ladakh standoff and China’s persistent attempts to infringe on Indian territory. About Revelation of Incidents: Detailed information reveals confrontations between troops at Shankar Tekri in January 2022. …

18Jan 2024

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UNDERSTANDING THE ‘TENTH SCHEDULE’

Why in the News? The Maharashtra Assembly Speaker declined to disqualify 40 MLAs from the Eknath Shinde faction and 14 MLAs from the Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray (UBT) group. Recognition of the Shinde faction as the legitimate Shiv Sena and valid appointment of whip led to this decision. Source: UGI About Tenth Schedule or Anti-Defection Law …

18Jan 2024

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LIGHT-EMITTING DIODES (LEDS): ILLUMINATING THE FUTURE

Focus: Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) Source: openworldlearning What are LEDs ? Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) are tiny semiconductor devices that convert electricity directly into light. Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) are electronic components with a p-n junction that emits light when an electric current passes through. Electrons recombine with holes, releasing energy in the visible spectrum Understanding Diodes: Diode …

18Jan 2024

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UNLOCKING SCIENCE COMMUNICATION IN INDIA

Focus : Varied Communication Initiatives Chandrayaan-3 Communication: ISRO’s lunar mission engaged India effectively, demonstrating successful science communication. COVID-19 Information Sharing: Initiatives, like homemade mask manuals, highlighted clear communication’s importance. Identified gaps in data reporting, vaccine hesitancy, and infection predictions. Source: Sketch Bubble About Evolution of Science Communication in India: Post-Independence Initiatives: Publications & Information Directorate …

18Jan 2024

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WHY KASHMIR IS WITHOUT SNOW

Why in the News? Lack of snow in Gulmarg, a prime winter tourism spot, led to a 60% drop in tourist arrivals compared to the previous year. The absence of snow affects ski resorts, impacting the local economy and tourism-dependent businesses. Climatic and Geographical Factors: Deficient Winter Precipitation: Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh experienced an …

18Jan 2024

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Wings India 2024

@MoCA_GoI News Wings India 2024, the largest civil aviation event in Asia, is scheduled to launch at Hyderabad’s Begumpet Airport on 108th January, 2024. The biennial event is the outcome of the collaborative efforts of Ministry of Civil Aviation, Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI), and the Airports Authority of India. This …

18Jan 2024

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World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2024

@airnewsalerts News At the 2024 World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken praised India as an extraordinary success story and he emphasized how the people of India have benefited from Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s policies and initiatives. Driven by shared democratic values, convergence of interests on a range of issues, and …

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