Current affairs 05 October 2024

India’s first 3D Selfie Science Museum Debuts at IBR Convocation.

• The 3D Selfie Science Museum, India’s first, has been launched during the India Book of Records (IBR) Annual International Convocation in Faridabad, featuring record holders from India and abroad.
• Since 2006, IBR highlights over 10,000 records annually, regularly celebrating achievers and nominating candidates for prestigious awards.

Karnataka launched initiative to bolster Cervical Cancer elimination.

• Karnataka’s Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, in collaboration with ECHO India and healthcare partners, launched The Karnataka Movement to eliminate cervical cancer.
• The initiative aims for widespread prevention, screening, and treatment.
• Key dignitaries, including Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao, emphasized the importance of accessible healthcare for all women in Karnataka.

Paisabazaar launched PB Assist, India's first AI-driven Credit Advisor.

• PB Assist, Paisabazaar's new AI-powered Credit Advisor, offers real-time, actionable insights on credit history and health, empowering users to make informed financial decisions.
• Part of Paisabazaar’s subscription-based Credit Improvement services, PB Assist leverages Chat GPT-3.5 and predictive analytics for personalized credit insights.

ICC launches "AI Tool" to create safe space for cricket community.

• The International Cricket Council (ICC) has introduced a social media moderation program aimed at promoting a positive and inclusive online environment ahead of the Women's T20 World Cup 2024.
• This new initiative includes software designed to protect the cricket community from toxic content, focusing on safeguarding the mental health of players and fans.

Kerala Unveils India's First Supercapacitor Plant.

• Kerala inaugurated India's first supercapacitor manufacturing facility at Keltron Component Complex.
• Developed with the Indian Space Research Organisation, the plant, costing ₹42 crore, aims to produce 2,000 supercapacitors daily while generating ₹22 crore annually.
• The government plans to invest ₹1,000 crore in the electronics sector, further solidifying its position as a manufacturing hub.