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Skill India Digital, a digital public infrastructure (DPI), that will bring together all government initiatives related to skilling, education, employment and entrepreneurship in the country on one platform. “The state-of-the- art platform will be a breakthrough in accelerating skilled talent hiring, facilitating lifelong learning and career advancement,” the ministry said in a statement. “It is also a comprehensive information gateway for all government skilling and entrepreneurship initiatives and aligns perfectly with the vision articulated in the G20 framework for building DPI and the digital economy to promote digital skills and digital literacy,” MSDE added. “MSDE has created an open-source platform to address the skilling needs of India’s diverse demography. Skill India Digital is one more step towards harnessing our demographic dividend and establishing India as a global skills hub,” Dharmendra Pradhan, minister for skills development and entrepreneurship, said. According to MSDE, the Skill India Digital aims to remove existing obstacles by offering an easy-to-use interface which is adaptable to various devices. “It will ensure that eople from diverse backgrounds can access the platform effortlessly, regardless of the technology as it will support multiple Indian Languages,” it added. As per the statement, one of the key strengths of Skill India Digital is its comprehensive approach to training and skill development.

A company seeking to restart a southwestern Michigan nuclear power plant says it has taken a major step forward with the signing of a power purchase agreement

Apple has officially confirmed the inclusion of a USB-C port in the upcoming iPhone 15, aligning with the European Union's regulations on cable standardization. The company's Wonderlust fall 2023 event primarily centered around the unveiling of the iPhone 15 and the latest Apple Watches. During the event, Apple also introduced a new USB-C charging case designed for the AirPods Pro 2. Notably, these upgraded earbuds are now equipped with dust resistance, boasting an IP54 rating, which is an improvement from their previous IPX4 rating. Moreover, they promise lossless audio quality when used in conjunction with the Apple Vision Pro, although this feature may have limited utility for the majority of users. Moving forward, the new USB-C charging case will come bundled with newly purchased AirPods Pro 2, as long as they are not part of the older stock. It remains unclear whether the case will be available for separate purchase for existing AirPods Pro 2 owners. During the product launch event, Apple shared its commitment to incorporating USB-C connectors not only in the iPhone 15 series but also in future versions of the AirPods Pro earphones and its wired EarPods headphones. These developments align with recent EU regulations, which were approved last year and mandate that all small and medium-sized electronic devices must adopt a standard charging cable, specifically USB-C, by the end of 2024. This initiative aims to reduce the number of cables required for various devices, ultimately benefiting consumers by reducing costs and contributing to the long-term reduction of electronic waste.

Learning Standards (LS) are the spine of the National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCF), that was released by India’s ministry of education on 23 August 2023. ‘Spine’ because the NCF is built around these Learning Standards, knitting all its elements together to form the whole.

(Reuters) -Philip Jefferson on Wednesday took the oath of office as the Federal Reserve Board's new vice chair, the U.S. central bank said, as policymakers gear up for an interest-rate-setting meeting next week.

Food waste is not only damaging to your pocket, it's also bad for the environment too. Globally, 1.3 billion tonnes of food are wasted every year, generating about 8% of the world's greenhouse gas emissions. These emissions arise from unused food at all stages of the food supply chain, from production to decomposition. However, our recent study revealed that those who grow their own food in gardens and allotments waste an average of just 3.4kg of fruits and vegetables — 95% less than the UK average. These households adopted various practices to minimise food waste, including preserving or giving away their excess produce. There has been renewed interest in growing fresh produce in gardens, community gardens and allotments in the UK and elsewhere in recent years. But the available supply of allotments is not enough to meet increasing demand. Allocating more land for household fruit and vegetable production could make a significant contribution to the availability of fresh produce for urban residents.Research has shown that using a mere 10% of the available space in the English city of Sheffield for food cultivation could supply enough fruit and vegetables to meet the needs of 15% of the city's population. And more people growing their own food could also reduce waste.

Apple has refreshed its iPhone line-up with the launch of the iPhone 15 series, including the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. These phones will be available in India and 40 more countries starting September 22. Sources familiar with the matter said that Apple will make India-built iPhone 15 units available to Indian customers and customers in “some other regions” on the first day of sales.

Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) on Wednesday joined hands to develop an indigenous communication-based train control (i-CBTC) system, officials said. The team has commenced work at the i-CBTC lab of the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) and will soon develop and deploy a prototype i-CBTC product on a «designated test track» within the DMRC network, they said. With this partnership, the Delhi Metro and BEL are set to «usher in a new era of rail transportation in India», driving innovation, reducing costs, and fostering self-reliance in the field of train control signalling systems, the DMRC said in a statement. A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed in the presence of Vikas Kumar, Managing Director of the DMRC. «This groundbreaking partnership is aligned with the 'Make in India' initiative, championed by the Government of India under the Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs,» the statement said.

renewable energy to power this manufacture. This aligns squarely with India’s aspirations to become a pivotal hub in the green hydrogen ecosystem, making it one of the few nations to set a concrete benchmark in this emerging sector.

Citibank India has introduced a new work-from-home (WFH) policy allowing female employees to work remotely for up to 12 months following their 26-week maternity leave. Additionally, expectant mothers can request three months of WFH during their final trimester, subject to review and approval. Citibank India has taken a significant step to support its female employees by extending the option of working from home (WFH) after maternity leave.

President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday virtually launched ‘Ayushman Bhav’ campaign as well as the Ayushman Bhava Portal, from Raj Bhawan Gandhinagar Gujarat. While addressing the nation, President Murmu said that the multi-ministerial approach adopted by the campaign to achieve the ambitious goal of delivering healthcare services to the last mile of the country.

India has decided to make a change in its plans for the ‘G-77 plus China’ summit. Originally, External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar was set to lead the Indian delegation to Cuba for this significant event. However, due to a special parliamentary session scheduled for September 18, all government ministers, including Jaishankar, must be in New Delhi.

Shifting to a new city could be a challenging task if you fail to plan beforehand. Besides looking at other things, one of the critical things that comes to your mind while moving out of your home is your expenses in a new city. You will need money for housing, food, transport and other regular things of your requirements.

Kim Jong Un is in Russia visiting President Vladimir Putin. While several reports had claimed that West fears a purported arms deal between the two nations. Reports have claimed that Kim Jong Un with the help of a translator told President Putin that Russian army and people would triumph against "evil", in what he cast as the West's imperialism in the war in Ukraine.

BRUSSELS—The European Union is launching an antisubsidy investigation into China’s electric-vehicle makers, opening a new front in the battle for leadership of the global clean-technology industry. The probe, announced Wednesday, reflects growing concern in Europe about the impact of low-price products from China on the bloc’s domestic industries. It could result in tariffs if officials from the European Commission, the bloc’s executive body, conclude that Chinese EV manufacturers are receiving subsidies that are hurting Europe’s auto industry.

In a bid to reshape its immigration landscape, Canada has introduced major changes to its Express Entry system and Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The country aims to welcome 117,500 newcomers through the PNP annually by the end of 2025. These changes come in the form of six new attribute-based Express Entry categories, announced by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) on May 31.

EPIC Foundation, a not-for-profit organization founded by industry veterans and co-founders of HCL, Ajai Chowdhry and Arjun Malhotra, have announced the launch of two ‘Made In India’ products by signing an MOU with Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM). Their aim is to turn India into a global hub for electronic hardware product design and manufacturing while imparting education and empowerment. With a skilled young workforce, combined with partnerships and government support, the foundation believes India can emerge as a dominant player in the electronics industry, contributing significantly to a US $400 billion Electronics sector. According to a statement, as part of this initiative, the foundation has announced the launch of two products- a) LED Driver Chip, designed by a startup in Bengaluru, to replace a Chinese counterpart and b) 100% designed in India tablet with unique features such as repairability and upgradability while aligning with the principles of sustainability. Ajai Chowdhry, Chairman of EPIC Foundation and a member of the MeitY task force, said in a statement, «EPIC Foundation aims to be the interface between Industry and State Government with MEITY, Niti Aayog DST and DPIIT to address key challenges and recalibrate the policies.

iPhone 15 line-up and it would have been strange if the Cupertinio-based tech giant had left the AirPods Pro stuck with Lightning charging ports. However, that's not the case. At the Apple event on Tuesday, they introduced the eagerly awaited AirPods Pro 2, featuring support for the USB Type-C port.

Apple has refreshed its iPhone line-up with the launch of the iPhone 15 series, including the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. These phones will be available in India and 40 more countries starting September 22. Sources familiar with the matter said that Apple will make India-built iPhone 15 units available to Indian customers and customers in “some other regions” on the first day of sales.

Amidst the volatility of the crypto market in 2023, InQubeta (QUBE) has emerged as the best cryptocurrency to invest in. InQubeta is not just another cryptocurrency; it represents the world's first crypto crowdfunding platform that specializes in fractional investments in cutting-edge AI startups, facilitated by the QUBE token.

Apple has officially unveiled the highly anticipated iPhone 15 series, alongside the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2, during the Wonderlust Apple 2023 event. Here are some of the major highlights that Apple announced this year. Apple has introduced a groundbreaking feature known as 'Double tap.' This gesture control enables users to manage a variety of functions simply by tapping their index finger and thumb twice.