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Astronomers fromIndian Institute of Science(IISc) in Bengaluru andMcGill Universityin Canada have used data from the Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT) in Pune to detect a radio signal originating from atomic hydrogen in an extremely distant galaxy.

The signal was emitted when the universe was only 4.9 billion years old.

It means the look-back time for this source is 8.8 billion years. The findings have been published in the monthly notices of the Royal Astronomical Society.
The astronomical distance over which such a signal has been picked up is the largest so far by a large margin. This is also the first confirmed detection of strong lensing of 21cm emission from a galaxy.

India’s richest stateMaharashtrais also the country’s best performer across financial and social indicators, according to state rankings released by credit rating company.

The rankings, released by CareEdge research arm of Care Ratings showed that Prime Minister Narendra Modis Home state Gujarat is at the second spot, with robust economic Growth and fiscal management.

Meanwhile, Indias most industrialized state Naduwas ranked third with an edge in social and Governance categories.

Maharashtra had a composite score of 55.7 followed by Gujarat (51.8), Tamil Nadu (51.1), Telangana (50.9) and Karnataka (50.4).

In Group B (Northeast, hilly & small states), Goa topped the overall ranking and was a front-runner in social, Infrastructure, Financial Inclusion and fiscal categories.

Among the northeastern states,Sikkimwas the best performer due to better score in economic, social, infrastructure and Environment categories.

Notably, Odisha topped the rankings in the fiscal category due to better score on revenue and Fiscal Deficit and healthy Debt Management indicators (CSF & GRF).

Maharashtra topped in financial inclusion with best performance in credit/GSDP ratio, NBFC sanctions and Health Insurance penetration. It also fared relatively well in mutual fund penetration.

Punjab and Haryana topped in the infrastructure ranking, mainly due to high power availability, RAILWAY density and greater irrigated area. However, both lagged in terms of social infrastructure (hospital beds & schools), the report said.
On governance,Andhra Pradeshand Telangana were at the top due to high Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) rank and better scores in the court conviction rate.

The U.N. Security Council has adopted its first ever resolution on Myanmar in 74 years todemand an end to violence and urge the military junta to release all political prisoners,including ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi. Ms. Kyi, 77, has been a prisoner since the armytoppled her government almost two years ago and violently cracked down on dissent.

The 15-member council has long been split on how to deal with the Myanmar crisis with Chinaand Russia arguing against strong action. They both abstained from the vote, along with India.

The remaining 12 members voted in favor.

The resolution urges the junta to immediately release all arbitrarily detained prisoners,including Suu Kyi and ex-president Win Myint.

It also demands an immediate end to all forms of violence and asks for all parties to respect Human Rights, fundamental freedoms and the .

NTPC signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the UT of Ladakh and the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) to establish India’s first Green Hydrogen Mobility project. Leh will be the first city in India to implement a zero-emission green hydrogen mobility project. In the beginning, NTPC intends to operate 5 hydrogen buses. The first solar installations by NTPC in Leh, in the form of solar trees and a solar carport, were also unveiled.

Blue hydrogen is hydrogen that is produced from fossil fuels and has carbon capture and storage capabilities.

Green hydrogen is hydrogen that is produced entirely from sources. Renewable energy electricity is used to split water into hydrogen and Oxygen.

Until 15th August 2021, the nominations for the 2021-Sardar Patel National Unity Award are being accepted.

About Sardar Patel National Unity Award:

The Sardar Patel National Unity Award is India’s highest civilian award for contributions to the country’s unity and Integrity.
The award was established by the Centre in honour of , India’s first Home Minister.
This award aims to recognize significant and inspiring contributions to the promotion of the cause of national unity and integrity and the strengthening of the values of a strong and united nation.

After completing survey assistance, the Indian Naval Ship (INS) Sarvekshak departs Colombo.

Highlights:

The INDIAN NAVY‘s Hydrographic Survey Ship Sarvekshak completed survey work around the site of the Singapore-registered container ship MV X-Press Pearl, which caught fire off the coast of Colombo.

The survey of the wreckage area would allow for the issuance of advisories to both mariners and fishermen, as well as the subsequent removal of debris by Sri Lankan authorities, ensuring the navigational safety of marine traffic using Colombo port

About INS Sarvekshak:

The Indian Navy’s Hydrographic Survey Ship, INS Sarvekshak, is based at the Southern Naval Command in Kochi.

It is equipped with the most advanced measurement equipment, such as deep-sea multi-beam echo sounder system, side scan sonar, Sound velocity profiler and fully automatic digital measurement and processing system. In addition, the ship is also equipped with a Chetak helicopter.

The has approved the following Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) between India and various countries.

India and Nepal:
India and Nepal signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Indian Council of Medical Research (Icmr) and the Nepal Health Research Council (NHRC).

India and Myanmar:
A Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the Department of Medical Research (DMR) of Myanmar’s Ministry of Health and Sports.

The Gambia and India:
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances, Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances, and Pensions, GOI, and the Public Service Commission, Office of the President, Republic of The Gambia.

The seventh edition of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS), concluded in France on July 01, 2021. This time, the biennial meeting was hosted by the French Navy at La Runion from June 28 to July 01, 2021.

Highlights:

From India, Admiral Karambir Singh, Naval Staff Chief, INDIAN NAVY, participated in the inaugural session of the tournament virtually. France is the present chair of the Symposium, which assumed the Chairmanship on 29 June 2021 for a two-year tenure.

The Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) is a collection of biennial meetings, held between the littoral states of the Indian Ocean region, to develop maritime cooperation amongst Navies of the member states, via offering an open and inclusive discussion board for discussion of domestically relevant maritime troubles such as maritime safety cooperation, talk about regional maritime issues, and promote friendly relationships.

The first symposium was held in the year 2008 with India as host. The chairmanship and region of the Symposium rotate between the variety of member states.

Introduction: The GOBARdhan scheme is an umbrella initiative of the Government of India, focused on converting waste into wealth. It aims to build a robust ecosystem for setting up biogas/CBG/Bio-CNG Plants, driving sustainable economic Growth and promoting a circular economy.

The training will empower young students with -relevant skills, enhancing their employability, and connecting them to relevant job opportunities. In addition, trained faculty members can then train ITI students attending computer operator and programming assistant (COPA) training.

The CyberShikshaa programme focusing on basic and intermediate cybersecurity skills training will also be expanded to students and educators at 10 NSTIs for Women. Trends such as demographic transitions and technological changes such as Industry 4.0, Web 3.0, and extended reality technology are introducing immense possibilities for our youth that will change their lives forever.