Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Releases Book Titled 'Khaki Mein Sthitapragya'.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami recently launched a book titled "Khaki Mein Sthitapragya." The book, which delves into the themes of valor and wisdom within the police force, aims to highlight the crucial role of law enforcement in society. During the launch event, Dhami emphasized the importance of police personnel in maintaining peace and order and praised their dedication and service. He expressed hope that the book would inspire current and future generations of officers. The initiative is part of the government's effort to recognize and celebrate the contributions of the police in safeguarding citizens and upholding justice.
The book aims to foster a better understanding of the police's challenges and responsibilities in society.
Such initiatives can boost the morale of police personnel, encouraging them to perform their duties with dedication.
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Uttarakhand Unveils World's First Gross Environmental Product Index.
Uttarakhand has introduced the world’s first Gross Environmental Product Index (GEPI), marking a significant milestone in environmental management. The GEPI aims to assess the environmental impact of economic activities within the state, focusing on sustainability and conservation efforts. This innovative index will track environmental quality and resource usage, providing a comprehensive view of how economic growth aligns with ecological health. The initiative is expected to serve as a model for other regions seeking to integrate environmental metrics into economic planning and policy-making.
GEPI will help in setting benchmarks for sustainable development and environmental responsibility across industriese.
The index aims to enhance transparency in environmental impact reporting and policy effectiveness.
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Kerala retains top spot in the latest SDG India Index rankings.
Kerala shares the top spot with Uttarakhand with a composite score of 79 points. It topped the list in ‘zero hunger,’ and quality education, stood second in climate action and third in both gender equality, and ‘industry, innovation, and infrastructureKerala has retained its top ranking in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) India Index brought out by the Niti Aayog, sharing the top spot in the 2023-24 edition with Uttarakhand with a composite score of 79 points.
Kerala excelled in clean water and sanitation, securing the top position, underscoring its commitment to sustainable development.
It also ranked high in affordable and clean energy, demonstrating comprehensive progress towards achieving sustainable development goals.
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IAF conducted 'Bambi Bucket' Operation to douse Nainital forest fire.
Indian Air Force’s MI 17 V5 helicopter was deployed on Saturday (April 27) to extinguish the raging forest fires in Nainital district, Uttarakhand, according to the state’s Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.The helicopter used a “Bambi Bucket”, also known as a helicopter bucket or a helibucket, to collect water from Bhimtal lake, located near Nainital, and poured it over the burning forests. Bambi Bucket is a specialised aerial firefighting tool which has been in use since the 1980s. It is essentially a lightweight collapsible container that releases water from underneath a helicopter to targeted areas. The water is released by using a pilot-controlled valve.
Deployment: The Indian Air Force's MI 17 V5 helicopter was deployed on April 27 to assist in extinguishing forest fires in Nainital district, Uttarakhand.
Utilization of Bambi Bucket: The helicopter utilized a "Bambi Bucket," a specialized aerial firefighting tool, to collect water from Bhimtal lake and pour it over the burning forests.
Functionality of Bambi Bucket: The Bambi Bucket, in use since the 1980s, is a lightweight collapsible container equipped with a pilot-controlled valve, allowing precise release of water from underneath the helicopter to targeted areas of the fire.
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The Technology Development Board (TDB) has partnered with Remine India Private Limited to establish a commercial plant for recycling lithium-ion batteries (LIB) and e-waste using indigenous technology in Uttarakhand.
The Technology Development Board (TDB) under the science & technology ministry has partnered with Remine India Private Limited to establish a commercial plant for recycling lithium-ion batteries (LIB) and e-waste using indigenous technology in Uttarakhand. This move aims to enhance circularity and lessen the country's reliance on imported critical mineral resources. Moreover, e-waste poses a substantial challenge, with approximately 78% of it not being collected in India. The Technology Development Board signed a deal with Remine India Private Limited to establish the recycling plant in Sitarganj, Uttarakhand, with a total project cost of Rs 15 crore. TDB has committed financial assistance of Rs 7.5 crore towards the project, emphasizing a significant step towards sustainable development and environmental responsibility.
Presently, a large portion of LIBs, about 95%, end up in landfills without recycling, while only 5% undergo the process.
The lithium-ion battery recycling market is expected to grow significantly, reaching close to $15 billion by 2030, showing a compound annual growth rate of 21.6%.
In 2021, the market size was $3.8 billion.
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