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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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
Bengaluru was ranked the second-most congested city in the world during 2022 in the city centre (BBMP area) category, according to the traffic index published by Dutch location technology specialist TomTom. On average, it took 29 minutes and 10 seconds for Bengalureans to cover 10km in the CBD area during 2022.
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Rishikesh, conducted a successful trial for transporting tuberculosis medicines with the help of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) to the district hospital in Tehri Garhwal in Uttarakhand. Gurugram-based drone start-up TechEagle on February 16 delivered 3 kg of tuberculosis medicines with the help of unmanned aerial vehicles. AIIMS Rishikesh has taken this initiative to supply ATT drugs to prevent TB with the incorporation of innovative interventions, which would likely reach the World Health Organization’s objective to eliminate TB.
Manipur, on February 17, hosted the first of four B20 sessions — the official G20 dialogue forum for the global business community — scheduled in the Northeast. Given the upcoming G20 events in Manipur, local fishermen and community members cleaned Takmu Pat in a significant effort to conserve the pristine environment of the unique Loktak Lake. Residences built on Phumdi have endangered the lake and negatively impacted the surrounding ecosystem. The inhabitants of this lake have been utilizing natural resources to establish a vibrant local economy for generations.
The residents of Andaman & Nicobar are facing massive inconvenience due to the poor road condition on the islands. Residents claim the road was laid out a night before, but it is nearly impassable to motor vehicles since it is chipping off as they drive over it.
As part of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation officials conducted door-to-door cleanliness awareness drives across Hyderabad. The campaign aims to promote designated public dustbins, and citizens are advised to dump garbage on them instead of littering the roads.
A Twitter video shared by Hindu Raja Gayan on February 10 shows the rescue of an eagle entangled in Chinese manja on a tree in Vadodara. After multiple efforts, rescuers were finally able to retrieve the bird. The eagle suffered multiple cuts, was given first aid and rushed to the forest department for further treatment.
A Twitter video shared by Ajay Thipaiah on February 11 shows forest fires occurring at Aldur Range of Chikkamagaluru district. Reportedly, Fires in eight locations have been spotted and spread fast due to winds. The total Chikkamagaluru forest area is 71,863 hectares.
Join the kind community @efgorg Health Melas are to be organized at 1.56 Lakh Ayushman Bharat – Health & Wellness Centres on the 14th of every month. AB-HWCs and LHMC, New Delhi organized cycling event to enhance physical and mental well-being awareness and promote environment-friendly conveyance. We appreciate the initiative, as health is not just physical but also mental!
A new research study reveals that exposure to traffic pollution for even a couple of hours could change the brain's default mode network. This can potentially affect the person's thinking and working capacities. 
The secretary of the building stated in the notice that the flat should only be rented to families and that there had been complaints of apartments being rented out by owners to single men and women of different castes.
Jammu-based 'Radio Sharda' has been taking the culture and pertinent issues faced by the Kashmiri pandits to the world for over a decade. It has now become a household name that has rekindled memories of the beloved valley among several displaced families.
Ever since the Advertising Standards Council of India set the advertising guidelines for social media influencers, there have been complaints of over 2,700 violations. Instagram and Youtube topped the platforms where such violations were repeatedly noted.
"Warning! Your shift time is over. The office system will shut down in 10 mins. Please go home!" reads the system of an IT company to promote work-life balance. Here's how netizens are reacting to this system.
Announcing the fund allocation for the development of border villages in the North, minister Anurag Thakur said that the border regions brims with beauty and opportunities. With the borders coming under the Vibrant Villages Programme, the quality of life of people and the land is expected to be enhanced.
Children with disabilities are 10 times less likely to attend school than other children due to the lack of inclusive infrastructure in educational spaces. They face several challenges even if they are braving to attend a regular school.
In 2022, many students and faculty had posted photos and videos that claimed that mass cheating was happening at exam centres across Maharashtra. To curb such practices in the coming years, the Maharashtra govt adopted stringent measures under the 'Copy-free campaign'.
Guwahati's Air Quality has dropped over the last month for various reasons. Today, Guwahati seems covered in white as the dust storm looms over the city. Guwahati's air quality has stayed in the 'Very Poor' category for a month as per the daily Air Quality Index (AQI) bulletin published by the Central Pollution Control Board. Air pollution has increased to an alarming level, forcing many city-bound flights to divert due to low visibility from a thick dust cloud.