The Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises has launched several initiatives to bolster exports and competitiveness of Indian MSMEs globally. A key initiative is the Export Promotion Mission with a significant financial allocation to support diversified export opportunities.
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The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has introduced comprehensive measures to protect their construction and maintenance workforce from the adverse effects of heatwave conditions. This includes staggered working hours, the provision of cooling breaks and shaded rest areas, training to handle heat-related illnesses, and emergency readiness with patrol ambulances
Researchers from Nano and Soft Matter Sciences have developed a novel oxygen-deficient bimetallic oxide that can store energy and visually indicate charge levels. This breakthrough material changes color depending on its charge state, addressing limitations of traditional electronic devices. Source: Original Link
The Centre for Trade and Investment Law, with the Centre for Studies in International Trade and Investment Laws, organized a symposium on 'Carbon Governance and Global Justice.' The event discussed the reconciliation of trade competitiveness with climate responsibility, focusing on carbon pricing mechanisms and equity in climate actions
The Centre for Trade and Investment Law and South Asia International Economic Law Network hosted a virtual discussion on the future of multilateral trade governance and the role of the World Trade Organization (WTO). The talk emphasized the WTO’s evolving functions amidst geopolitical, technological, and economic shifts, highlighting challenges