04-05.06.23

950 Hry villages to get e-libraries: Dy CM

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Haryanadeputy chief ministerDushyant Chautala said in more than three years and six months, the had worked to provide the rural Population with maximum basic facilities.

Addressing a public meeting at Shamdo village during his visit to his Uchana assembly constituency, he highlighted the construction of digital libraries and community centres in villages, besides the beautification of ponds, renovation of choupals, and building of gymnasiums, and stadiums. He mentioned 1-to-3 acres each allotted to 950 panchayats for community centres and e-libraries and how more than 200 of these projects were in progress.

He said the government had abudgetof Rs 1,200 crore for saving nine agricultural districts from floods and installed suction bores for the purpose. He said Shamdo and Chattar were among dozen neighbouring villages that will benefit from this plan. Their suction-bore budget is Rs 70 crore.

Punjab CM bats for launching a mass movement to preserve states water, environment

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Underlining the need for providing a sustainable Environment to future generations, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday gave a clarion call for launching a mass movement to preserve water and environment in the state.

Mann, chairing a state-level function to mark World Environment Day, expressed deep concern over the depleting groundwater table and polluting environment in the state. Immediate remedial steps are required to save the only precious and scarce natural resource of Punjab in terms of water along with checking the environmental pollution. This cannot be done by the government alone but peoples participation is must by launching a vigorous mass awareness campaign to sensitize them about its significance, especially in wake of , he said.

Showing deep concern over the gravity of the emerging situation following the fast-depleting water table, the Chief Minister said that almost all the blocks in the state are in the dark zone as far as the groundwater is concerned. It has happened due to reckless pumping of water in fields, and the trend needs to be checked immediately so that our future generations do-not have to strive for water, he said.

The Chief Minister said that the State Government is taking massive steps for optimum utilization of the canal water to save the groundwater. At present, Punjab is using only 33-34 per cent of its canal waterThis will be enhanced in the coming days, he said, envisioning that if Punjab can enhance the canal water utilization to 60 per cent in first phase, nearly four lakh tubewells out of total 14 lakh can be stopped thereby helping in saving water.

Also citing the example of Telangana for water conservation, Mann said that it is a revolutionary model that is aimed at recharging the water table holistically.

The Chief Minister also dedicated the newly-constructed ultra-modern building having world class instrumentation to the Punjab Biotechnology Incubator (PBTI) in Knowledge City. The unique facility will be extensively used for testing of food, agri, water, environment, and Health sectors for pesticides residues, heavy metals, food additives or adulterants etc, he said.

Himachal Govt moving forward on agenda of service to common man: Deputy CM

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Himachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri said that the Congress-led is moving forward on the agenda of service to the common man.

Agnihotri, during a public meeting in Unas Panjawar, said: The State Government is moving forward on the agenda of service to the common man.

He said that the Government is moving towards completing the public welfare works with full commitment. He expressed gratitude to the local people for their support in the assembly Elections.

The Deputy Chief Minister said that about Rs 13 crore has been sanctioned for the road from Pandoga to Panjawar. This road will be widened and repaired, he said, while assuring to take necessary action regarding the construction of a new school building in Panjawar.

He said that efforts would be made to meet the demands of tube wells and drinking water schemes in Panjawar and its surrounding areas.

Rs 11 crore has been released for the maintenance and repair of tube wells in the Una district, he said, while announcing a sanction of Rs five lakh for various local development works.

PM Modi requested to inaugurate global investors summit in Ukhand

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Chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has requested the Prime Minister Narendra Modi to inaugurate the global investors summit slated to be hosted by Uttarakhand in November/December this year. Chairing a meeting with officials here on Thursday, Dhami directed them to ensure that all preparations for this event are completed on time.

The chief minister said that there are varied opportunities for work in Uttarakhand. The has a good opportunity to increase Investment opportunities through the global investors summit. Along with a good Environment for establishment of industries, the State also has better human Resources. The government has made a new strong Industrial Policy to maximise the number of investors coming to the State. Dhami further said that the speed at which air, rail and road connectivity are expanding in the State is also attracting those in the industrial world to come to Uttarakhand.

Govt focus on public participation in field of education

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The Uttar Pradesh government led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has issued directions for organising public participatory programmes in schools under the Nipun Bharat Mission to make students, parents and teachers aware of the initiatives being undertaken by the government in the field of Education.

The programmes will be held on the lines of the Summit.

The programmes will feature an array of activities to make teachers, parents, community members and representatives aware of the initiatives being taken in the field of Nipun Bharat Mission, National Education Policy 2020, and digital Learning.

The activities will include organising summer camps, conducting meetings of the Skilled (Nipun) Task Force, Home visits and particular programmes at the district, divisional and state levels.

Instructions have been given to all District Institute for Education and Training (DIET) principals, basic shiksha adhikaris (BSAs), and block education officers (BEOs) by the state project office in this regard.

The importance of education and the organisation of Nipun Bharat sessions will be emphasised. Additionally, there will be demonstrations of digital learning content (such as the Diksha app and Nipun Lakshya app) based on the theme of G20 Digital Initiative.

MNPS adopts solar energy to promote environmental consciousness

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In a remarkable initiative to promote sustainable energy and environmental consciousness, Motilal Nehru Public School ( MNPS) dedicated a state-of-the-art rooftop solar panel system on the occasion of World Environment Day. The school, known for its commitment to environmental awareness, took this significant step towards to create a greener and cleaner future.

Taking a small step towards achieving the aim of UN Sustainable Development goal no. 7 , i.e. Affordable and Clean Energy, the school inaugurated a rooftop Solar panel system.

The solar panels were inaugurated by chairman V S Rana and secretary Dr D P Shukla and Rabi Dubey.

SDG 7 calls for ensuring universal access to affordable, reliable and sustainable energy. This includes improving Energy Efficiency, increasing the share of renewables and further diversifying the energy mix while ensuring affordability of energy for citizens.

The solar panel system will cater to the school’s electricity needs by converting Solar Energy into electric energy.

Environment Day inspires to enhance harmony: CM

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Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel said the World Environment Day (June 5) inspires to enhance the harmony between humans and nature.

In a message to the people of the state, Baghel said an uncontrolled exploitation of nature was causing a crisis for the environment as well as life.

Now the time has come that in order to save our existence, we should think seriously and work more towards saving the environment. Otherwise it will be difficult for the coming generations to get clean air, an official Communication quoting him as saying.

It is a matter of pride that in the last four-and-a-half years, Chhattisgarh has made itself known as the cleanest state in the country. It is the first state toconstitute Harit Chhattisgarh, he said.

The government has taken several steps to save forests, and farmers are being encouraged to plant trees. Plantation on a large scale has been taken up on the banks of rivers, in forests and Gauthans.

Governor-cum-chancellor of universities Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar called upon the TEACHING to help build the Society.

Inaugurating a seminar on the National Education Policy (NEP)-2020 at Raj Bhavan, he said, The country is taking a new turn and we should be in a state of readiness for accepting the challenges in coming days so thatBihardoes not lag behind other states in terms of development.
The governor said teachers are the guides of society and they play a pivotal role in shaping up the future of the new generation. Reminding people that the society too have respect for the teaching fraternity, he called them to take up their job with all sincerity considering it as moral responsibility.

Target to plant, distribute 3 crore saplings in 2023

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The Forest and https://exam.pscnotes.com/Climate-change”>Climate Change Department in Chhattisgarh has set a target to plant and distribute three crore saplings in 2023.

Principal Chief Conservator of Forests V. Srinivasa Rao said the plantation will be done under different schemes and on river banks.

A total of 59.76 lakh fruit-bearing Plants including mango, jamun, vine, jackfruit, munga, custard apple, papaya, pomegranate, lemon, mulberry, almond, ber, tendu, Ganga tamarind and litchi are to be planted, Rao said.

There will also be forest produce and medicinal plants totalling 67.49 lakh and 30.42 lakh bamboo saplings.

The plan is to cover 410 hectares at about 10 kilometres on the banks of Hasdeo, Gagar, Banki, Badhura, Banas, Jamad, Mahanadi, Shivnath and Kharoon rivers. This will help to prevent Soil erosion, said Rao.

The drive will also cover both sides of state roads and outside the forest area in private and government lands like Anganwadi, Police outposts, gardens, hospitals, Gauthans, cremation grounds and government premises.

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Cyberexperts to educate citizens on digital threats

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Cybercrimehas been on the rise for the past three years, and it’s crucial to stay vigilant. In 2022 alone, the cybercrime helpline – 1930 – received a staggering 70,183 complaints related to financial frauds. Between 2022 and 2023, out of the 5,091 complaints received, 2,382 were related to sextortion. Ahmedabad has become a prime target for cybercriminals. In response, the Police force has taken proactive measures to raise awareness among citizens.

The Cybercell of Gujarat CID (crime) recently partnered with the Department of Telecom (DoT) circle in a significant drive to deactivate 29,552 mobile numbers suspected of being used by cybercriminals or acquired through fake identity documents.

33 new air quality monitoring stations inaugurated in state

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Forest, Environment and https://exam.pscnotes.com/Climate-change”>Climate Change minister Hemaram Choudhary inaugurated 33 new Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations at a state-level event organised atAlbert HallonWorld Environment Day.
The event was organised byRajasthanStatePollutionControl Board (RSPCB) in association with the department of environment and climate change and other stakeholder departments.

The foundation stone of Integrated Resource Recovery Park being established at Tholai, Jamwa Ramgarh, was laid, and the inauguration of Jungle Safari at Bansiyal-Khetri Conservation Reserve was also done during the event.

Rajasthan e-Waste Management Policy, Rajasthan Climate Change Policy and Rajasthan Forest Policy – 2023 were also launched by the minister. Notifications of new wetlands, and a study on plastic waste inventorization in Rajasthan along with the RSPCB brochure were also released.