20 Mar 2024 PIB
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. MoU Signed by ICAR 2. Universal Acceptance Day 3. GRID-INDIA 4. International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy (IPHE)
Syllabus: GS-3, Agriculture
Prelims: ICAR
Context:
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and Dhanuka Agritech Limited have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
Details:
- The objective of this agreement is to utilize the efficiency of both the institutions to deliver new technology to farmers.
- Dhanuka Agritech will provide training related to agricultural production to these small farmers by associating with the central institutes, ATARIs and KVKs. It will also provide advisory services to farmers.
- The MoU will promote natural farming in the changing environment
Syllabus: GS-3, Science & Technology
Prelims: UA Day, BhashaNet Portal, National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI)
Context:
NIXI and MeitY to unveil the BhashaNet portal on UA Day for digital inclusion across the nation.
What is Universal Acceptance (UA) Day?
- UA Day was established as a means to rally local, regional, and global stakeholders to spread awareness and encourage UA adoption through a mix of virtual, in-person, and hybrid informational and training sessions.
- It is held annually and organized by the community-led Universal Acceptance Steering Group (UASG) and the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN).
- Universal Acceptance (UA) allows users to access the Internet in their chosen online identities, including in their local languages and scripts.
- UA is a technical requirement that ensures all valid domain names and email addresses, regardless of script, language, or character length, can be equally used by all Internet-enabled applications, devices, and systems.
- By becoming UA-ready, private sectors, governments, and civil societies can better serve their communities and take advantage of significant business opportunities.
- UA Day is held on 28 March and the first UA Day was held in 2023.
BhashaNet Portal:
- NIXI and MeitY are committed to promoting the UA and advancing digital inclusion across the nation.
- The theme of the event, “BhashaNet: Impetus Towards Universal Acceptance,” highlights NIXI’s dedication to ensuring that individuals, regardless of language or script, can fully participate in the digital world.
- Through UA Day, NIXI and MeitY aim to mobilise stakeholders and raise awareness about the importance of UA readiness in today’s digital landscape.
Read more about the National Internet Exchange of India or NIXI in the linked article.
3. GRID-INDIA
Syllabus: GS-3, Economy
Prelims: GRID-INDIA, Mini Ratna Companies
Context:
GRID-INDIA is now a Mini-Ratna company.
Details:
- Grid Controller of India Limited (GRID-INDIA) was conferred the status of Miniratna Category-I Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) by the Ministry of Power, GOI.
- Established in 2009, GRID-INDIA holds the mandate of overseeing the seamless and uninterrupted operation of the Indian Power System, ensuring the efficient transfer of electric power within and across regions, and facilitating transnational power exchanges with a focus on reliability, economy, and sustainability.
- It facilitates competitive and efficient wholesale electricity markets and administers settlement systems.
Also read: Miniratna Companies
4. International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy (IPHE)
Syllabus: GS-3, Environment & Ecology
Prelims: International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy (IPHE)
Mains: Hydrogen and Fuel Cells
Context:
The 41st Steering Committee Meeting of the International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy (IPHE) is being hosted by India in New Delhi from March 18 – 22, 2024.
International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy (IPHE):
- The IPHE, formed in 2003, is an international governmental partnership currently consisting of 23 member countries and the European Commission.
- Its mission is to facilitate and accelerate the transition to clean and efficient energy and mobility systems using hydrogen and fuel cell technologies across applications and sectors.
- IPHE informs broad stakeholder groups, including policymakers and the public, on the benefits and challenges of establishing widespread commercial hydrogen and fuel cell technologies in the economy.
Read previous PIB articles here.
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