Current affairs 04 February 2024

AIIMS launches AI-based platform for Cancer Diagnosis.

• AIIMS, New Delhi, collaborates with CDAC, Pune, to launch iOncology.ai, an AI platform for early cancer detection.
• Cancer cases are on the rise in India, with late detection being a significant cause of death.
• iOncology.ai utilizes sophisticated AI systems, including deep learning models, to enhance accuracy in diagnosis.

India's UPI officially launched at Eiffel Tower in Paris.

• Unified Payments Interface (UPI) from India makes global debut, officially launched at Eiffel Tower in Paris.
• The event organized by the Indian Embassy aligns with PM Modi's vision of taking UPI to the global stage.
• Launch during a Republic Day Reception highlights growing ties between India and France, emphasizing UPI as a global standard.

Khelo India Centre of Excellence in Ladakh gets green light.

• MoU signed between Sports Authority of India and Ladakh's sports department for Khelo India Centre of Excellence Announcement coincides with the opening ceremony of the Khelo India Winter Games 2024 in Ladakh.
• Ladakh hosts its first major national event with 15 states and 2 public institutions participating in ice hockey and ice sports.

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"State-of-the-Art" centralized GIS Data Center' in Ayodhya.

• Ayodhya Development Authority under UP government initiates setup of a cutting-edge GIS Data Center in Ayodhya.
• Aimed at integrating Geographic Information System (GIS) for efficient management of 141 ongoing projects worth Rs 30,977 crores.
• Chosen agency to handle development, operation, and management of the GIS Data Center to enhance project evaluation and foster geo ecosystem development.

Kurukshetra University gets NAAC's "A++" grade.

• Kurukshetra University attains the highest grade, A++, in the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) fourth assessment cycle.
• A cumulative score of 3.56 out of 4 reflects the university's academic excellence.
• KU joins an exclusive group of Indian universities with this notable achievement.