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Monsoon Session of Parliament Begins Amid Opposition Protests
Opposition leaders protest during the Monsoon Session in Parliament
The Monsoon Session of Parliament commenced today with heated debates as opposition parties staged protests demanding discussion on recent price rises and unemployment. The government has listed 31 bills for consideration during this session, including the controversial Data Protection Bill.
Key Bills to Watch:
- Digital India Act: Replacement for IT Act 2000
- National Research Foundation Bill: To boost scientific research
- Multi-State Cooperative Societies Amendment
- Forest Conservation Amendment Bill
Session Duration: July 18 to August 12 (20 working days)
First Day Highlights: 12% productivity in Lok Sabha, 18% in Rajya Sabha due to protests
India's GDP Growth Projected at 6.5% for FY25: RBI
Reserve Bank of India headquarters in Mumbai
The Reserve Bank of India in its latest monetary policy review has maintained India's GDP growth projection at 6.5% for fiscal year 2024-25, citing resilient domestic demand despite global headwinds. The repo rate remains unchanged at 6.5%.
State-wise Growth Projections:
- Gujarat, Karnataka: Expected to grow at 8%+
- Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu: 7-7.5% range
- Eastern states show improved growth at 6-6.5%
Key sectors driving growth:
- Services sector expanding at 7.2%
- Manufacturing showing signs of revival
- Agriculture growth stable at 3.5% despite erratic monsoon
Heatwave Conditions Continue in North India
People trying to stay cool during Delhi heatwave
Several parts of North India including Delhi, Haryana, and Rajasthan continue to reel under severe heatwave conditions with temperatures hovering around 45°C. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued orange alerts for the next 48 hours.
Today's Maximum Temperatures:
- Delhi: 44.6°C (3° above normal)
- Jaipur: 45.2°C
- Chandigarh: 43.8°C
- Lucknow: 42.4°C
Authorities have advised:
- Avoid outdoor activities between 11 AM-4 PM
- Stay hydrated and use ORS
- Special care for elderly and children
- Power utilities on high alert to prevent outages
ISRO Announces Gaganyaan Test Flight for October
Artist's rendering of Gaganyaan crew module
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) today announced the first unmanned test flight of the Gaganyaan mission will be conducted in October 2024. This marks a significant milestone in India's first human spaceflight program.
Gaganyaan Mission Timeline:
- October 2024: First unmanned test flight
- 2025: Second unmanned flight with Vyommitra (humanoid robot)
- 2025 end: First crewed mission (3 astronauts)
The test flight will validate:
- Crew module performance
- Launch abort system
- Parachute deployment
- Recovery operations
Education Ministry Launches 'AI for All' Initiative
Students working on AI project in classroom
The Union Education Ministry today launched a nationwide 'AI for All' program aimed at integrating artificial intelligence learning in school curriculum from class 6 onwards. The initiative will train 1 million teachers in AI basics over the next year.
Program components:
- AI modules in STEM subjects
- 100 Atal Tinkering Labs to get AI upgrade
- Partnerships with leading tech companies
- National AI Olympiad from 2025
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