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Electric Vehicles, Releasing Harmful Plastics, Raising Air Pollution Concerns

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Electricvehicles (EVs) are often hailed as a cleaner alternative to traditional petrol and diesel cars, playing a central role in global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. However, a growing body of research is drawing attention to a lesser-known issue: the release of harmful plastics and particulate matter from EV tyres and brakes, which is contributing to rising air pollution . Unlike tailpipe emissions, these non-exhaust pollutants result from the mechanical wear and tear of heavier vehicles like EVs, which exert more pressure on tyres, leading to increased microplastic shedding. Source: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2024/feb/26/electric-cars-air-pollution-problem-brakes-tyres These tyre particles, composed largely of synthetic rubber and plastic compounds, are now recognised as a significant and growing source of airborne pollution. Because of their very tiny sizes, they stay airborne for long periods and are also fine enough to reach deep into the respiratory sy...
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Mizoram, a Fully Functional Literate State of India, Sustainably Adapting to Societal Changes

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Mizoram, one of India’s mountainous seven sister states, is now declared as a proud first fully literate stateof India . This milestone was achieved through the ULLAS – Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram , a key part of the central New India Literacy Programme . It was based on Mizoram’s earlier literacy rate of 91.33% from the 2011 Census, which increased to an impressive 98.2% as reported in the 2023–24 Periodic Labour Force Survey.   Source: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2130080 Despite its modest size and population, Mizoram adopted a community-driven approach to literacy. The Cluster Resource Centre Coordinators carried out a door-to-door survey that identified 3,026 non-literate individuals, with 1,692 of them actively joining literacy sessions. These efforts were powered by volunteer teachers, including students, educators and grassroots education workers, reflecting the state’s strong cultural ethos of Tlawmngaihna (selfless service) and Kartavya Bodh ...
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India's First AI Special Economic Zone Coming up to Make India as a Global Technology Hub

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Marking a significant leap in its AI development, India is poised to launch its first dedicated AI-focusedSpecial Economic Zone (SEZ) in Nava Raipur, Chhattisgarh. This landmark initiative represents a strategic move toward positioning India as a global hub for artificial intelligence innovation and deployment .   Source: https://www.indiatoday.in/amp/information/story/raipur-to-host-indias-first-ai-based-data-park-key-details-inside-2719786-2025-05-05   Launched on May 4, 2025, the 'AI-augmented Data Centre Park features a 2.7-hectare SEZ with a 13.5-acre complex. Financed with an investment of around ₹1,000 crores over two years, this state-of-the-art facility includes a 1.5 lakh sq. ft high-performance data centre, advanced cloud capabilities, and four high-density compute hubs.   This SEZ aligns seamlessly with national missions such as Digital India, Make in India, and the broader IndiaAI Mission . The mission is a central initiative by Meit...
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