Current affairs 10 January 2025

UP Govt & Google Cloud Launched AI-Powered Agri Network.

• Uttar Pradesh Government signed a MoU with Google Cloud for an AI-driven agri network to provide farmers access to advisory services, credit, and market connectivity.
• Integrated weather stations will deliver real-time microclimate and market price data, aiding modern farming practices.
• Open network enables diverse stakeholders to offer tailored solutions for doubling farmers' income.

IIT Madras Unveils Asia's Largest Shallow Wave Basin.

• IIT Madras inaugurated Asia's largest Shallow Wave Basin at its Thaiyur campus to advance research in ports, waterways, and coastal engineering.
• Developed by NTCPWC, it supports the Ministry of Shipping with cutting-edge technological solutions.
• The facility reduces dependence on foreign tech for wave generation research.

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin Announces $1M Reward for Decoding Indus Script.

• Tamil Nadu CM Stalin pledges $1M to decode the undeciphered Indus Valley script during an international conference.
• Stalin emphasizes connections between the Indus script and Tamil Nadu's pre-Sangam era through Keeladi excavations.
• The move highlights Dravidian ties to ancient India, aiming to position Tamil identity in India’s cultural evolution.

Israel Launches E-Visa for Indian Travellers.

• Effective January 1, Indian citizens with domestic residency can apply for Israel’s e-visa online via the official portal.
• The system integrates with Israel's Entry Travel Authorization (ETA) for secure and efficient processing.
• Designed for individual tourists, it simplifies documentation and offers quick approvals.

UP Govt Waives Contribution for Har Ghar Nal Scheme.

• Uttar Pradesh government waived 10% community contribution for the Har Ghar Nal scheme under the Jal Jeevan Mission, benefiting 2.33 crore families.
• The state will bear ₹9,092.42 crore, allocating ₹2,000 crore in the 2024-25 budget, with villagers paying only ₹50 as a maintenance charge.
• The scheme ensures clean drinking water for rural areas, emphasizing public welfare.