07-06-23 Daily-Karnataka-KPSC Current Affairs

The latest rankings for higher Education institutions in the country, released by the National Institute of Ranking Framewok (NIRF), present a not-so-encouraging picture forKarnatakainstitutions with just a handful of universities making it to the list and only two colleges from the state finding a place in the top 100.

The silver lining came in the form of Indian Institute of Science (IISc) that managed to retain its top position among the state’s universities for the eighth consecutive year, even as the number of universities from Karnataka in the top 100 dropped from 12 to ten.

The rankings were done on the basis of TEACHING, Learning and Resources, research and professional practices, graduation outcomes, outreach and inclusivity, and perception.

NLSIU retained its first position in law for the sixth consecutive year. While Christ University improved its ranking from 16 to13, Alliance University stood at 87th in management studies.

Punjab University emerged as the overall champions once again at the Khelo India University Games, reclaiming their title after missing out in the previous edition.

The Games were hosted in four cities of Uttar Pradesh, namely Lucknow, Varanasi, Gorakhpur, and Gautambuddh Nagar, with the Shooting competition taking place in Delhi. Additionally, Water Sports made its debut at the Games, featuring Rowing competitions in Gorakhpur.

To promote womens day, MTDC will offer a 50% DISCOUNT on online bookings for Women tourists from March 1 to 8 every year.

The Ministry of Power and the Ministry of New and are collaborating on a new initiative called the National Mission on Advanced and High-Impact Research (MAHIR). This mission aims to identify and develop emerging technologies in the power sector within and outside of India.

Its goal is to promote indigenous research, development, and demonstration of the latest technologies in the power sector, making India a global manufacturing hub. The funding for this mission will come from the Ministry of Power, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, and Central Public Sector Enterprises, with additional Resources allocated from the Indian governments budget if necessary

Its duties include appointing the Secretary-General, on the recommendation of the Security Council, and approving the Organisations annual budget. Francis said he would prioritise encouraging and facilitating meaningful dialogue.