THE HEADLINES:
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, India is rapidly making its mark in Artificial Intelligence; Says, world is praising our progress in the sector.
- In his Mann Ki Baat programme on Akashvani, the Prime Minister says, women's contributions are remarkable in every field; Announces to hand over his social media accounts to selected women from different fields for a day on International Women’s Day.
- Prime Minister calls for a crusade against obesity; Urges people to reduce edible oil consumption by ten per cent.
- Mr Modi hails ISRO for its expansive ambit of successfull missions including Chandrayaan, Mangalyaan and Aditya L-1.
- In Telangana, Indian Army called in to rescue eight stranded workers from collapsed tunnel in Nagarkurnool.
- India sends 26 tons of humanitarian assistance to Honduras in the aftermath of Tropical storm SARA.
- In Champions Trophy Cricket, arch- rivals India and Pakistan to clash in a Group A match in Dubai this afternoon.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said, India is rapidly carving out a robust identity in the field of Artificial Intelligence. In his monthly radio programme, Mann Ki Baat on Akashvani today, the Prime Minister said, the people of India are second to none in adopting and trying new technologies. He said, he was pleased to note that the world praised India’s progress in this sector during his recent visit to Paris for the AI Action Summit.
Prime Minister Modi highlighted that the increasing participation of youth is leading to new revolutions in various sectors, be it the Space or AI. He expressed pride that the country witnessed the launch of ISRO’s 100th rocket last month.
Prime Minister also noted with satisfaction that the participation of women is constantly on the rise among the team of Space Scientists. He also expressed happiness that the Space Sector has become a favourite of the youth.
National Science Day will be celebrated on the 28th of this month. Prime Minister urged listeners to observe ‘One Day as a Scientist’ and visit a research lab, planetarium or a Space Centre. He said this will enhance their curiosity about Science.
Mr Modi said, International Women’s Day to be observed on the 8th of March is a special occasion to salute Nari Shakti. He quoted Devi Mahatmya, saying all the Vidyas are the expressions of the various forms of the Goddess. He said that respect for daughters is paramount in Indian culture.
Prime Minister announced that on Women's Day, he will hand over his social media accounts for a day to some select inspiring women of the country from different fields. On the 8th of March, they will share their work and experiences with the people. He said that if women wish to be a part of this, they can join through the special Forum created on NamoApp, and get a chance to share their message with the entire world on Women’s Day.
Prime Minister also spoke about the National Games in Uttarakhand where more than eleven thousand athletes from all over the country participated. Prime Minister expressed awe at the number of teenage champions in this year's National Games.
Prime Minister highlighted that he had raised the topic of obesity during the National Games. He stressed that in order to become a fit and healthy nation, the problem of obesity has to be dealt with.
Mr Modi said he will challenge ten people to reduce oil in their food by 10 percent. He added that he will also urge them to pass on the same challenge to 10 other people. Mr Modi shared special messages by Olympic medalist Neeraj Chopra and athlete Nikhat Zareen and distinguished doctor Devi Shetty on the topic of obesity.
In today’s Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister also spoke about India’s vibrant flora and fauna. He said Asiatic Lion, Hangul, Pygmy Hog and Lion-tailed Macaque are not found anywhere else in the world. Mr Modi noted that many animals are also depicted as the vehicles of Gods and Goddesses.
The Prime Minister said that Pariksha Pe Charcha was conducted in a new format this year. Along with the experts, eight different episodes were also included. He added that all these episodes are available on NaMoApp.
Concluding his address, the Prime Minister wished Exam Warriors the best for their Board Exams.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reached Chhatarpur in Madhya Pradesh on the first leg of his three state visit incuding Bihar and Assam. The Prime Minister he will lay the foundation stone for the Bageshwar Dham Medical and Science Research Institute in Chhatarpur this afternoon.
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In Telangana, the Indian Army has joined the rescue activities to safely evacuate the eight stranded workers from the tunnel of the Srisalam Left Bank Canal at Domalapenta in Nagarkurnool. Rescue activities are vigorously going on. A part of the roof collapsed yesterday injuring over a dozen people and stranding eight persons, including the project and site engineers deep inside the tunnel.
The authorities informed our correspondent that the Indian Army is coordinating closely with state authorities to expedite rescue efforts. National and State Disaster Management teams are already at the site since yesterday.
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India has dispatched humanitarian assistance of 26 tons to Honduras in the wake of the recent Tropical storm SARA. The Ministry of External Affairs said, the consignment comprises medical supplies and disaster relief material including surgical supplies, glucometers, oximeters, gloves, syringes and IV fluids, blankets, sleeping mats and hygiene kits.
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UN Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations, Jean-Pierre Lacroix, has highlighted India’s crucial role in UN peacekeeping. In an interview to a news agency, Mr Lacroix noted that peacekeeping operations with more women personnel foster stronger community relationships, enhance operational effectiveness, and contribute to lasting peace.
Mr Lacroix is set to visit New Delhi this week to attend the conference named ‘Enhancing the Role of Women in Peacekeeping: A Global South Experience’.
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At the Mahakumbh, along with providing a spiritual experience, special attention is being given to healthcare in Prayagraj. A highlight of this is the Netra Kumbh, an initiative aimed at combating vision impairment. Our correspondent reports that under the initiative free eye checkups and spectacles are being provided in the Sector-6 area of the fair:
Under the Netra Kumbh initiative, 500 ophthalmologists and 1,000 Optometrists are providing their services during the 50-day run of Maha Kumbh. So far, around 2 lakh 20 thousand people have been examined, around 1 lakh 50 thousand eye-glasses have been distributed and about 15 thousand people have been referred for further treatment. Talking to Akashvani News, Chief Executive Officer of Netra Kumbh, Chandrashekhar, said that the Netra Kumbh is helping a large number of people from rural areas so that they can get better vision.
People who came for treatment in Netra Kumbh also shared their experiences with Akashvani News.
With Abhishek Kapil, Adarsh for Akashvani News, Prayagraj.
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In the ICC Men's Champions Trophy, Pakistan won the toss and elected to bat first against India in a high-stakes Group A clash at the Dubai International Stadium. The match is set to begin at 2:30 PM IST. Our West Asia Correspondent reports, Dubai is buzzing with excitement as India looks to secure a semi-final berth, while Pakistan must win to keep their tournament hopes in their own hands.
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In Afghanistan, a women’s radio station is set to resume broadcasts after the Taliban lifted its suspension. The station, with the name Radio Begum, had been shut down for allegedly providing content to an overseas TV channel without authorization and for improper use of its broadcasting license.
In a statement issued last night, the Taliban’s Ministry of Information and Culture announced that the station had repeatedly requested permission to restart operations.
Radio Begum was launched on International Women's Day in March 2021, just five months before the Taliban seized power following the withdrawal of U.S. and NATO troops.
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THE HEADLINES ONCE AGAIN:
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, India is rapidly making its mark in Artificial Intelligence; Says, world is praising our progress in the sector.
- In his Mann Ki Baat programme on Akashvani, the Prime Minister says, women's contributions are remarkable in every field; Announces to hand over his social media accounts to selected women from different fields for a day on International Women’s Day.
- Prime Minister calls for a crusade against obesity; Urges people to reduce edible oil consumption by ten per cent.
- Mr Modi hails ISRO for its expansive ambit of successfull missions including Chandrayaan, Mangalyaan and Aditya L-1.
- In Telangana, Indian Army called in to rescue eight stranded workers from collapsed tunnel in Nagarkurnool.
- India sends 26 tons of humanitarian assistance to Honduras in the aftermath of Tropical storm SARA.
- In Champions Trophy Cricket, Pakistan win toss and elect to bat first against India in a high octane clash in Dubai.
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