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IAS Officer Supriya Sahu flaunts her stylish upcycled bag made out of discarded DVD & Audio tapes. The bag is a creation of Ms. Jeong Lee, a fashion designer & founder of ‘OK upcycling studio’ at Auroville, Puducherry. She leads several fantastic initiatives to convert waste to wealth.
We appreciate these meaningful initiatives as it clearly justifies, “Waste isn’t waste until we waste it.”
Odisha: Air Pollution Risk For Sambalpur Residents As Scrap Dealers Burn Garbage In Open Areas
A Twitter video shared by Rajesh Kumar Meher on February 12 shows clouds of smoke erupting from burning garbage in the Baijamunda chowk area of Sambalpur. Scrap dealers have been burning trash in the open, endangering the health of commuters and polluting the air. Open garbage burning poses health risks to those exposed directly to the smoke, and it mainly affects people with sensitive respiratory systems, children, and the elderly.
UP: Poor Condition Of Chitrakoot Dham’s Rukma To Bahilpurwa Link Road Causes Inconvenience To Commuters
A Twitter video shared by Anuj Hanumat on February 12 shows the poor condition of Chitrakoot Dham’s Rukma to Bahilpurwa Link Road. Water-filled potholes cause inconvenience to commuters and hundreds of villagers. No development has been made even after several complaints.
Global Investor Summit 2023: VC Of Lucknow University Rides Energy Producing Bicycle Made By Students Of Innovation Hub
Global Investor Summit-2023, scheduled for February 10-12 in Lucknow, opened new doors for youngsters in the state by bringing in massive investment for various sectors. Vice Chancellor of Lucknow University and AKTU Prof. Alok Kumar Rai rode an energy-producing bicycle made by the students of the Innovation Hub.
Madhya Pradesh: 6-Yr-Old Boy Takes Father To Hospital On Pushcart In Singrauli
A 6-year-old boy in Madhya Pradesh’s Singrauli district was seen pushing his sick father on a cart as he tried to take him to a nearby hospital. While he pushed it from one end, his mother helped by trying to pull it from the other side.
According to NDTV, the family had dialed the government hospital for an ambulance. Still, when it didn’t arrive despite waiting for 20 minutes, the family decided to take the man to the hospital in a pushcart.
Turkey: Malatya Hospital Implements Base Isolation System To Protect Structures During Earthquakes
Malatya Hospital has taken a proactive approach to protecting its structure during earthquakes by implementing a base isolation system. The recently experienced M7.8 earthquake in Turkey showcased this technology’s effectiveness as it absorbed the seismic energy.
A base isolation system is a method of seismic protection where the structure (superstructure) is separated from the base (foundation or substructure). By separating the structure from its base, the amount of energy transferred to the superstructure during an earthquake is significantly reduced.
GNIDA Developed New Industrial Sector Ecotech-10 Reaches Advanced Stage Of Completion
The Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) is developing a New Industrial Sector, Ecotech-10, at a project cost of approx ₹106 crores. Under the second industrial plot scheme, about 74.5 acres of land will be allotted through six plots of different square meters. Slated to be accomplished soon, various development works like internal road construction, drainage, sewer line works, etc., are at an advanced completion stage.
‘Teachers Come To School Intoxicated’: Tehsildar Makes Surprise Visit At Govt School, Students Share Their Ordeals
SDM and Tehsildar reached for a surprise inspection of a government school in Madhya Pradesh’s Bhitarwar district.
The officers proceeded to the classroom and questioned the students about their teachers. While sharing their ordeals, students stated that teachers come to school and teach while intoxicated and carry bottles of alcohol in bags. The children said that there are four teachers in the school, but only one of them teaches. Following the children’s accusation, a departmental investigation was launched against the teachers.
‘Runway To A Billion Opportunities’: PM Inaugurates 14th Edition Of Aero India In Bengaluru
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on February 13, inaugurated the 14th edition of Aero India, Asia’s largest aero show, in Bengaluru. The theme of the 5-day Aero India 2023 show is “The Runway To A Billion Opportunities,” focusing on displaying indigenous equipment and technologies and forging partnerships with foreign companies, thus taking forward the motive of ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat.’
With the Aero India 2023- “The Runway to a Billion Opportunities,” India’s defense sector and defense capabilities will get a boost as US, Russia, and Israel companies are expected to sign multiple MoUs on defense deals with India.
Maharashtra: Forest Department Reunites Two Leopard Cubs With Mother In Satara
A young male Hyena who was rescued from a deadly foot trap has recovered at Pune-based RESQ Charitable Trust’s Wildlife Unit and was released to its natural habitat. This Indian Striped Hyena recovered post-intensive care @resqct. This is him bolting out at his release, GPS-collared to ensure he’s thriving well after.
While many lose their lives to road accidents and persecution, several make it back to the wild due to the joint efforts of the FD & NGOs. Every single one matters so every release is worth the joy!
Over 40% Desk Job Workers Feel Tired At Work, Burnout Worse Than Peak Of Pandemic: Survey
More than 40% of people with desk jobs feel burned out at work, a pandemic-era high, according to a survey released Wednesday by Future Forum, a research consortium backed by Salesforce Inc.’s Slack Technologies.
Transwomen & Acid Attack Survivors Take Up New Roles At First National Lok Adalat
Wading off stereotypes and stigmas, the Delhi Court’s first Lok Adalat Session brought in people from the transgender community and acid attack survivors to understand legal proceedings and assist the judges.
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