“IMPORTANT DAYS”

World Telecommunication and Information Society Day 2024 Observed on May 17th

World Telecommunication and Information Society Day, observed annually on May 17, celebrates the transformative impact of telecommunication and information technology on global connectivity and development. As we commemorate this special day in 2024, it’s essential to reflect on its significance, theme, historical roots, and the pressing issues it addresses.

Theme for World Telecommunication and Information Society Day 2024

The theme for World Telecommunication and Information Society Day 2024 is “Digital Innovation for Sustainable Development.” This theme underscores the crucial role that innovative technologies play in addressing global challenges such as climate change, poverty, and hunger. Digital innovation has the potential to advance progress towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030, with estimates suggesting that digital technologies could contribute to achieving 70% of these targets. However, despite the promise of digital innovation, significant disparities in access, investment, and digital skills persist, hindering progress in many parts of the world.

16 May – International Day of Light

International Day of Light is observed every year on May 16. To highlight the importance of light and its various applications in science, culture, art, education, and sustainable development. In the year 1960, Physicist and Engineer Theodore Maiman conducted the first successful operation of the laser. To commemorate the special day, International Day of Light came to be observed every year on May 16.

16 May – National Dengue Day

National Dengue Day is observed every year on May 16. To spread awareness about the disease and ways to prevent it.

Theme 2024 – Dengue Prevention: Our Responsibility for a Safer Tomorrow.

Dengue is a mosquito-borne viral infection. it spreads from mosquitoes to humans and is more common in tropical and subtropical regions. High fever, headache, body ache, joint and muscle pain, nausea and rash are common symptoms of dengue.

“SCIENCE”

NASA plans to develop first railway systems on moon

NASA has unveiled its ambitious plan to construct the first lunar railway system, known as FLOAT (Flexible Levitation on a Track), designed to revolutionize payload transport on the Moon. The long-lasting robotic transport system which will play a major role in the daily operations of a sustainable lunar base envisioned for the 2030s. This lunar railway system is part of NASA’s Moon to Mars initiative and mission concepts such as the Robotic Lunar Surface Operations 2 (RLSO2).

 “APPOINTMENTS”

Senior IPS Officers A.Y.V. Krishna & N. Venu Gopal Appointed as Additional Directors in CBI

In a significant development, senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officers A Y V Krishna and N Venu Gopal have been appointed as additional directors in the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). Their appointments underscore the government’s commitment to bolstering the investigative capabilities of the premier investigative agency.

Kapil Sibal Elected as the President of Supreme Court Bar Association

Senior advocate Kapil Sibal has been elected as the president of the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) in a recent election held on Thursday in New Delhi. This marks his fourth term serving as the president of the prestigious lawyers’ body, succeeding senior advocate Adish C. Aggarwala.

Lawrence Wong to be Sworn in as Singapore’s fourth PM

Singapore’s deputy leader Lawrence Wong is set to be sworn in as the nation’s fourth Prime Minister. 51-year-old US-trained economist Wong will succeed 72-year-old Lee Hsien Loong, who stepped down after two decades at the helm. Lee’s resignation marked the end of a family dynasty led by his father Lee Kuan Yew. Since becoming an independent nation in 1965, Singapore has only had three Prime Ministers – all from the ruling People’s Action Party.

“NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL NEWS”

Sela Tunnel recognized as India’s highest tunnel by International Book of Honour

Sela Tunnel, constructed by BRO India, is officially recognised as the highest tunnel in the country by the International Book of Honour, The 2.598 Km long tunnel is situated at an altitude of 13000 ft on the Tezpur-Tawang Road. Situated at an altitude of 13,000 feet, the strategically important Sela Tunnel will ensure all-weather connectivity to Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh.