Square Kilometre Array Observatory (SKAO)

India inked an interim agreement to confirm its commitment for working on mega science project called Square Kilometre Array Observatory (SKAO).

The agreement will be valid for one year.

The Cooperation Agreement between India and SKA was signed virtually.

India was represented by TIFR National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA).

World Cancer Day 2022

The World Cancer Day 2022 is observed every year on February 4, worldwide.

The day is observed to raise awareness, inspire change and reduce global impact of cancer.

It is celebrated with the aim of reducing misconceptions regarding cancer and prejudices associated with it. It helps people in getting right information about cancer.

It also offers a chance for making an impact in betterment of life of cancer patients and survivors.

The World Cancer Day 2022 was observed under the theme- Close the Care Gap. The theme is all about understanding and recognising the inequities in cancer care worldwide. It seeks to identify and recognise global disparities in cancer care, which is preventing people from certain economic strata full access to essential healthcare facilities and Services.