SUMMIT AND CONFERENCE
The International Conference on Communication and Dissemination of Traditional Knowledge began at Gurugram University on November 13
• The International Conference on Communication and Dissemination of Traditional Knowledge began at Gurugram University on November 13.
• The conference was jointly inaugurated by CSIR-NIScPR and Gurugram University.
• Professor Ranjana Aggarwal, Director of CSIR-NIScPR, delivered an overview of SVASTIK (Scientifically Validated Traditional Knowledge).
• She emphasized the importance of promoting scientifically validated Indian traditional knowledge.
• SVASTIK stories have been shared in 17 Indian languages via social media platforms.
• The inaugural session featured the release of the conference Souvenir and Abstract Book.
• The event aimed at highlighting the value of traditional knowledge in contemporary science.
• The conference underscores the growing relevance of integrating traditional wisdom with modern scientific research.
16th India Game Developer Conference started in Hyderabad
• The 16th India Game Developer Conference kicks off in Hyderabad.
• The event is expected to attract around 20,000 participants.
• The conference is hosted by the Game Developer Association of India (GDAI).
• Attendees can engage in 150+ sessions featuring over 250 speakers.
• Notable figures like Jordan Weisman (BattleTech, MechWarrior) and Tim Morten (StarCraft II, Stormgate) will attend.
• The conference will highlight current trends, challenges, and future developments in gaming.
• IGDC ranks among the world’s top three video gaming conferences.
• IGDC serves as a key forum for shaping India’s video game industry policies and infrastructure.
INTERNATIONAL NEWS
Vivek Ramaswamy, Elon Musk selected by Trump to lead new US government efficiency department.
• US President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Elon Musk to lead a new government efficiency department.
• Musk will co-lead the Department of Government Efficiency alongside Vivek Ramaswamy.
• The department aims to create a more streamlined and efficient government.
• The focus will be on reducing government spending and improving profitability.
• Trump envisions the department to provide advice and guidance from external, non-governmental sources.
• The initiative aligns with long-standing Republican goals for government reform.
• The department will work closely with the White House and the Office of Management and Budget.
• The goal is to implement large-scale reforms using an entrepreneurial approach to governance.
NATIONAL NEWS
Government approved the first ever women battalion for CISF.
• First All-Women Battalion: MHA approves the formation of CISF’s first women’s battalion to enhance national security.
• The move aims to empower women and increase their role in national defense.
• The battalion will consist of over 1,000 women officers and personnel.
• The formation responds to increased security needs, particularly for VIP protection and critical infrastructure.
• The new battalion will function as a reserve unit within the CISF.
• It will be created from the existing pool of approximately 2 lakh CISF personnel.
• The battalion will be led by a commandant-level officer.
• Increasing Female Representation: Women currently make up over 7% of CISF's total force of 1.8 lakh personnel.
BOOKS AND AUTHORS
Union Law and Justice Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal released the book ‘Maa-Mother’ in New Delhi.
• The book ‘Maa-Mother’ was released by Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal in New Delhi.
• Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan and West Bengal Governor Dr. C.V. Anand Bose attended the event.
• The book is written by Dr. Davendra Kumar Dhodawat, Additional Secretary to the Governor of Kerala.
• ‘Maa-Mother’ features poems in both Hindi and English.
• The book highlights the deep love and affection of mothers through heartfelt poems.
• It offers a unique portrayal of the untold stories of motherhood.
• The book is an artistic exploration of the bond between mothers and their children.
INDEX AND RANKING
India ranked among global top 10 for patents, trademarks and designs.
• India's Global Ranking: India is now among the top 10 countries globally for patents, trademarks, and industrial designs.
• The 2024 World Intellectual Property Indicators report shows significant growth in India's IP filings.
• India ranks 6th worldwide for patents with 64,480 applications, over half filed locally.
• In 2023, India granted 149.4% more patents than the previous year, highlighting a fast-evolving IP ecosystem.
• India's industrial design applications grew by 36.4%, reflecting the rise in product design and creative industries.
• Textiles, Tools and Machines, and Health and Cosmetics represent nearly half of all design filings in India.
• India is consolidating its position as a leader in the global intellectual property landscape.
• The report underscores India’s growing emphasis on innovation in manufacturing, design, and technology.
MISCELLANEOUS
India's renewable energy capacity increased by 13.5% to 203 gigawatts since October 2023.
• India's total renewable energy capacity grew by 13.5%, or 24.2 gigawatts, in a year to reach 203.18 gigawatts in October 2024, from 178.98 gigawatts in October 2023.
• A statement issued by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy said that this increase is in line with India's ambitious targets in the renewable energy sector.
• It said total non-fossil fuel capacity, including nuclear power, increased to 211.36 GW in 2024, from 186.46 GW in 2023.
• The solar sector witnessed a significant increase of 20.1 GW (27.9 per cent), from 72.02 GW in October 2023 to 92.12 GW in October 2024.
• The combined total solar capacity, including under-implementation and tendered projects, now stands at 250.57 GW, a significant increase from last year's 166.49 GW.
• The total capacity in the pipeline for wind power projects has now reached 72.35 GW.
• India added 12.6 GW of renewable energy capacity from April to October 2024.
• 1.72 GW was installed in October 2024 alone, reflecting an accelerated shift towards renewable energy.
