The Central Government has launched the pilot phase of the Prime Minister's Internship Scheme, with a goal of 1.25 lakh internships in fiscal year 2024-25. Over the next five years, this program aims to provide internships to one crore young people to combat unemployment and boost job opportunities. The plan is aimed at people aged 21 to 24 who are not working full-time. Graduates of IITs and IIMs, as well as those with CA or CMA qualifications, are ineligible; however, graduates of the Industrial Training Institute (ITI) and Kaushal Kendra are encouraged to apply. Interns would be paid a
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has launched the "Playbook of Solutions," an innovative digital platform that aims to mobilise sustainable energy investments in the Global South. This playbook includes 100 legislative measures, financial tools, and risk-reduction methods based on 20 years of successful clean energy finance programs in 47 emerging and developing economies. To accomplish the worldwide target of tripling renewable energy by 2030, annual investments must climb five to seven times, totalling at least $1.7 trillion by the end of this decade. Emerging markets and emerging economie
According to LiveScience, scientists used sonar equipment to locate approximately 40 strange craters beneath Lake Michigan. These remarkable formations, extending between 500 and 1,000 feet in diameter, were discovered during a survey of the Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast National Marine Sanctuary. The craters, which are southeast of Sheboygan, Wisconsin, were confirmed in August 2024 by researchers from NOAA's Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory (GLERL) and maritime archaeologist Russell Green. Local shipwreck hunter Brendon Baillod first noticed the depressions while looking for a s
NASA has established the LunaRecycle Challenge, a new competition that will provide a $3 million prize fund to inventors who develop groundbreaking recycling technology for deep space missions. This effort is consistent with NASA's vision for a long-term human presence on the Moon and future space exploration beyond Earth. The competition seeks energy-efficient, low-mass, and low-impact recycling solutions for inorganic waste such as food packaging, abandoned clothing, and scientific experiment materials. Unlike past contests that aimed to reduce waste mass and volume, the LunaRecycle chal
The Chandrayaan-4 mission, India's ambitious next step in lunar research, will analyse the Moon's habitability by returning surface samples. The mission, expected to cost ₹2,104.06 crore, will launch in 2029 and consist of five modules: Ascender Module (AM), Descender Module (DM), Re-entry Module (RM), Transfer Module (TM), and Propulsion Module (PM). These components will be launched in two stacks from two distinct LVM3 launch vehicles. Upon touchdown, a surface sampling robot mounted to the DM will collect 2-3 kg of lunar samples from the landing site. In addition, a drilling mechan
On this Rosh Hashanah, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his best wishes for a year filled with hope, health, and peace to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli people, and the Jewish community around the world. He penned the words "Shana Tova!" on X. Along with its Israeli friends, the Indian Embassy in Israel raised a glass to Rosh Hashanah. The Jewish High Holy Days begin every autumn with Rosh Hashanah. The prime ministers discussed about the worsening situation in West Asia on September 30. Ensuring the safe release of captives and preventing addition
Shukrayaan-1, the Venus Orbiter Mission (VOM) is planned for launch on March 29, 2028, by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). The Indian space program has made great strides forward with this mission. Venus is commonly referred to as Earth's twin, and the mission of Shukrayaan-1 is to investigate this intriguing celestial body. The orbiter, which will be launched into Venus' orbit on July 19, 2028, will continue its 112-day voyage powered by ISRO's LVM-3 rocket. The mission adds to the world's understanding of our solar system and demonstrates India's increasing space exploratio
The Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft from India touched down safely inside a buried impact crater that was probably there before the South Pole Atkin (SPA) basin, and it had a circumference of around 160 km and a depth of about 4.4 km. The Physical Research Laboratory and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) came up with this discovery, and they published it in the scholarly journal Icarus. The Vikram lander and the Pragyan rover are part of the mission that landed in the lunar highlands close to the southern pole. The landing location showcases intricate geological formations that have b
Tourists, skilled professionals, and students from India now have 250,000 more visa slots at the US Mission in India. Officials said this is an effort to speed up the visa interview process, improving travel between the US and India. American Ambassador Eric Garcetti praised President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Narendra Modi for their joint efforts to simplify the visa procedure. He complimented the consulates and embassies for their efficient management of the increasing demand. There was a 35% increase from 2023 to 2024, with over 1.2 million Indians visiting the United States. No l
Mithun Chakraborty, the legendary actor, will get this year's prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award. Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister of Information and Broadcasting, made the announcement on Monday, September 30, through a post on X. He said, "From Kolkata's streets to Cinematic Heights, Mithun Da's incredible journey has inspired generations! I am honoured to announce that the Dadasaheb Phalke Selection Jury has decided to award legendary actor Sh. Mithun Chakraborty Ji for his iconic contribution to Indian cinema." Chakraborty will receive the prize during the 70th National Film Awards ceremo