World Immunization week 2020 has been observed globally by World Health Organization (WHO) from 24-30 April 2020. The theme for this year is: “ #Vaccines Work for all”
The most popular Hubble telescope of National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has completed its 30 years in space. Hubble telescope in well known for its high resolution cameras and many other features that have proved beneficial in exploring the outer space. This was build by both NASA and European Space Agency(ESA) together.
Reserve bank of India (RBI) has allowed Transcorp International Ltd. to issue co-branded prepaid cards in India. Co–branded cards represent a partnership between the business, customer, financial service provider and card issuing authority.
To pay tribute to the people who sacrificed their lives during the Anglo-Manipuri War in 1891Manipur government commemorated Khongjom day on 27th April.
“Noor” satellite , a military satellite has been launched by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps [IRGC]. This is the first military satellite of Iran that has been setup in the earth’s orbit that will helpful in military operations, survilence,
Former cricket player of AustraliaGraeme Watson passed away at the age of 75. He was a middle-order batsman and a medium-pace bowler in the australian cricket team.
Ventilator Intervention Technology Accessible Locally(VITAL) , a ventilator that has been developed by National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to meet the sudden spike in the demand of ventilators due to COVID-19 all over the United States.
Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has launched ‘e-karyalay’ for digitization of the official work to make the processing of documents quick and prevent any possible transmission of coronavirus during this pandemic.
Vodafone Idea and PayTm has signed a deal to launch Recharge Saathi a platform that will allow individuals and small businesses to earn some extra cash as a form of commission for every recharge that they make.
Sanjay Kothari who has served as secretary to the president of India, has been appointed as new Central vigilance Commissioner of India by the high level committee headed by the Prime Minister of India ,Narendra Modi.
Uttar Pradesh has become the first state in the country to have in-house virtual courts where the hearings can be done through video conferencing eliminating the need to bring the convicts in court for hearing.
New logo of the World games 2022 that are scheduled to be held in Birmingham, Alabama, US (United States). New date for the event is 7 July to 17 July in 2022.
International Business Machines Corporation(IBM) has tied-up with Tech Mahindra Limited to setup innovation centers in Bengaluru for setting up cloud based infrastructure in India. Later more will centers will be setup in different parts of US and United Kingdom.
United Nations Office on Drugs and Crimes(UNODC) has launched “Lockdown learners” series in India to promote online education and allow educators to teach online due to lockdown because of COVID-19.
The International Motorcycle Manufacturers Association (IMMA), has elected Mr Rakesh Sharma, Executive Director, Bajaj Auto from its member organisation SIAM, the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers for a 2-year mandate, as President of IMMA.
Mr Sharma had been previously holding office as Vice-President of IMMA, elected in May 2019. He will replace Johannes Loman.
Border Roads Organisation(BRO) has constructed 484 meter long bridge to connect Kasowal in Punjab. This bridge will provide easy mobility and all weather connectivity to military and the people of the country.
Karnataka government has launched Apthamitra app and helpline for providing medical assistance to people during the COVID-19. This helpline will also provide telemedicine and arrange tests if required
To promote digital education when the whole world is suffering from COVID-19, VidyaDaan 2.0 portal has been launched by HRD minister , Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank. Using this portal students can enroll in different courses using DIKHSA app and teachers can contribute by adding there courses on this portal.