Author: Deshwale Editorial Desk

અમેરિકાએ હાલમાં જ 100થી વધુ ભારતીયોને પોતાના દેશથી ભારત પરત મોકલ્યા હતા. એનાથી પ્રેરાઈને ભારત સરકાર હવે વિદેશી રોજગાર શોધતા ભારતીય નાગરિકો માટે વધુ સુરક્ષિત અને સુવ્યવસ્થિત માઇગ્રેશનનો કાયદો ઘડવાની તૈયારીમાં છે. પ્રસ્તાવિત કાયદો ભારતીય માઇગ્રન્ટ્સને નડતા પડકારોને નિવારવા પ્રયાસ કરશે. સાથે, તાજેતરની ડિપોર્ટેશન જેવી ઘટનાઓને રોકવાનો પ્રયાસ કરશે. કેન્દ્રીય વિદેશ મંત્રાલયએ સંસદીય પેનલને જણાવ્યું હતું કે સુરક્ષિત માઇગ્રેશનને સુનિશ્ચિત કરવા માટે એક કાયદો ઘડવા પર કામ ચાલી રહ્યું છે. આ અહેવાલ એવા સમયે આવ્યો છે જ્યારે અમેરિકાએ પોતાને ત્યાં ગેરકાનૂની રીતે પ્રવેશેલા ભારતીયો સાથે કથિત દુર્વ્યવહાર કર્યાની વાત જાહેર થઈ છે. વિરોધી પક્ષે આ મામલે ભારતીયો સાથેના કથિત કઠોર…

In May 2024, a colossal solar storm did more than just dazzle us with auroras; it gifted Earth with new radiation belts. NASA’s CubeSat mission detected these unexpected particle rings, raising eyebrows in the scientific community. Solar storms, or coronal mass ejections, hurl charged particles toward Earth. When these particles interact with our planet’s magnetic field, they can form radiation belts, zones of energetic particles trapped by Earth’s magnetosphere. The well known Van Allen belts have been studied since their discovery in 1958. However, the May 2024 event introduced additional belts, a phenomenon not observed in recent times. These newfound…

Google has unveiled Gemini 2.0, its latest and most powerful AI model yet. The tech giant has rolled out the update to a broader audience, improving reasoning, speed, and versatility. This upgraded AI model is designed to take on competitors like ChatGPT and DeepSeek, offering users an even more advanced experience. What’s New in Gemini 2.0? Google has made Gemini 2.0 available to a wider audience, ensuring that more users can benefit from its advanced capabilities. Developers can also leverage its API for building smarter applications. With these updates, Google aims to stay ahead in the AI race, challenging rivals…

In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India on Thursday directed that the charge of the Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India (AKFI) be transferred to its elected body instead of an administrator. The move comes as a relief to the federation and ensures India’s participation in the upcoming Asian Kabaddi Championship. The apex court, while hearing the case, stressed that the elected body must be given control so that the administration of the sport can function smoothly and without interference. The Centre has also been instructed to ensure that Indian kabaddi players do not face obstacles in international tournaments.…

Pakistan football has been kicked out of the game, again. The international body for governing the game, Federation Internationale de Football Association or FIFA has suspended the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) due to governance failures and election delays, putting the country’s football future in jeopardy. FIFA cited the PFF’s inability to implement necessary reforms and conduct fair elections as the main reason behind the suspension. The governing body had been pressuring Pakistan to adopt a new constitution and ensure a transparent electoral process. However, the PFF failed to meet the requirements, leading to the global ban. This isn’t Pakistan’s first…

Amazon is gearing up for a big AI upgrade to its popular voice assistant, Alexa, set to be unveiled at an event on Wednesday, 26 February. With the rise of AI-driven assistants like ChatGPT and Google Gemini, Amazon is looking to give Alexa a serious intelligence boost to keep up with the competition. While details are still under wraps, reports suggest that the new Alexa will be powered by advanced AI models, making it smarter, more intuitive, and capable of holding complex conversations. Some expected features include: This upgrade could be a game changer for Amazon, bringing Alexa back into…

Pune is grappling with a surge in Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) cases, with 173 suspected instances and six confirmed deaths. Health officials have identified contaminated water as the primary culprit. Investigations have traced the outbreak to water sources tainted with harmful bacteria, notably Campylobacter jejuni. This pathogen is known to trigger GBS, a rare neurological disorder leading to muscle weakness and paralysis.  In response, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has shut down 30 water plants suspected of supplying contaminated water. Officials are conducting thorough inspections and have issued advisories urging residents to ensure their drinking water is safe. Punekars are advised…

In a significant move to bolster the Army’s artillery capabilities, the Indian Defence Ministry has inked contracts worth ₹10,147 crore. The deals, signed with Economic Explosives Limited (EEL) and Munitions India Limited (MIL), aim to supply advanced ammunition for the indigenous Pinaka multi-launch rocket systems. The contracts encompass the procurement of high explosive pre-fragmented extended range rockets and area denial munitions. The extended range rockets can strike targets up to 45 kilometres away with precision, while the area denial munitions are designed to disperse sub-munitions over a wide area, effectively targeting enemy personnel and equipment. This procurement underscores India’s commitment…

Hexaware Technologies is gearing up for one of the biggest IT sector IPOs in India. The company has announced an initial public offering (IPO) worth ₹8,750 crore, which will open for subscription on 12 February 2025. The price band has been fixed at ₹674 to ₹708 per share. The IPO is entirely an Offer for Sale (OFS) by its promoter, Carlyle Group, which currently owns around 95% of the company. Post-listing, Carlyle’s stake will be reduced to approximately 74.1%. The IPO will not generate fresh funds for Hexaware but will allow Carlyle to offload part of its holdings. The public…

The Karnataka government is actively exploring locations for a new airport near Bengaluru. Bidadi and Tumakuru have emerged as leading contenders. Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar emphasised that the final decision rests with the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) officials. They will assess factors such as airspace management and existing agreements. Minister for Heavy and Medium Scale Industries M. B. Patil is spearheading the site selection process. Once potential sites are identified, the proposal will be presented to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and the state cabinet for approval. The need for a second airport arises…