The minister said electricity generation from coal will decrease to 23% by 2030

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December 15, 2023

The government aims to add 80 GW of thermal power capacity by 2030 to meet growing electricity demand while working to triple renewable energy capacity to 500 GW in the same timeframe.

The Energy Minister said on Thursday that even after the country adds 80 GW of thermal power capacity by 2030, the share of coal power in total installed capacity will return to 23% from 68 % in 2014. an interview. on the final agreement adopted at the recently concluded COP28 summit.

“Conversions are made according to national circumstances. Our per capita consumption is the lowest in the world. What needs to be reduced is emissions,” Singh said, adding that it is the developed countries that emit more carbon and they do not want to deal with this problem. The government aims to add 80 GW of thermal power capacity by 2030 to meet growing electricity demand while working to triple renewable energy capacity to 500 GW in the same timeframe.

“This will be one of the biggest cuts in terms of capacity ratio,” Singh said.

Additionally, to increase renewable energy capacity and “phase out fossil fuels,” the government plans to launch another auction to facilitate the purchase of 4,000 MW of gas-fired power. It also plans to improve hydroelectric generation.

“I already have 18 GW of hydropower capacity under construction and we need to start building another 24,000 MW of hydropower,” Singh said. “I will add 42,000 MW of hydropower capacity by 2030”

Speaking about the country’s transmission line network, Singh said the country is not lagging behind, but the rate of growth in renewable energy capacity is much faster than the construction of transmission lines.

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As MNCs protest against GST posting notification, CBIC tells officials: don’t implement SC decision mechanically

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December 15, 2023

Secondment refers to the delegation of employees or expatriates to another part of the organization at home or abroad.

After multinational companies in India received several GST notices related to ‘sending’ employees abroad, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes (CBIC) has asked its field officials I do not “mechanically” apply the Supreme Court’s 2022 decision in all cases.

Secondment refers to the delegation of employees or expatriates to another part of the organization at home or abroad. This leads to the question of taxation of these employees – whether they will be considered part of the Indian subsidiary or a foreign group company.

In May last year, in the case of Northern Operating Systems Pvt. Ltd, the Supreme Court has held that the posting/transfer of employees from a foreign company to an Indian entity falls within the nature of ‘recruitment and provision of manpower services’ and will therefore be subject to tax on services.

The authorities have also extended this measure to GST, sending notices to several multinational companies, including auto and FMCG companies, to collect information on expatriates and employees on secondment. work with them.

The CBIC’s decision, asking the officials to carefully probe each case, came after the industry made several representations to the CBIC regarding the blanket invocation of the SC decision by field organizations against all such employment agreements between foreign entities and companies in India.

“It may be worth noting that there may be some type of arrangement regarding the placement of employees of a foreign group company in the employment of the Indian entity. In each agreement, the tax implications may vary, depending on the specific nature of the contract and other terms and conditions attached to the contract.

Therefore, the decision of the Supreme Court in NOS should not be applied mechanically in all cases. The investigation in each case requires careful consideration of its distinct factual matrix, including the terms of the contract between a foreign company and an Indian entity, to determine its applicability. or its extent under GST and the applicability of the principles prescribed by the ruling of the competent authority. Supreme Court in the NOS case,” the guidelines issued by the CBIC on Wednesday said.

The CBIC noted that a “careful reading of the NOS judgment” shows that the Supreme Court emphasized “nuanced considerations based on the unique characteristics of each particular agreement, rather than a single test ”. The industry also argued that in many cases relating to postings, field units mechanically invoke the extended period of limitation under Section 74(1) of the Central GST Act (CGST).

Section 74(1) of the GST Act deals with determination of non-payment or underpayment of tax or misuse of input tax credit under GST by fraud or by any willful misrepresentation or hide the truth. The CBIC said Section 74(1) cannot be invoked solely for non-payment of GST without a specific element of fraud or intentional misrepresentation or concealment of facts to evade tax. such cases and issue a just cause notice. “Only in cases where the investigation shows that there is substantial evidence of fraud or intentional

misrepresentation or concealment of the truth to evade taxes on the part of the taxpayer can the provisions of Article 74(s) be relied upon. 1) of the CGST Act for processing the issue. of the show cause notice and this evidence should also be a part of the show cause notice,” he said.

Manish Gaur, senior associate at Lawyers Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan, said the directions issued by the CBIC have brought a lot of relief to taxpayers as it clarifies that the judgment cannot be applied mechanically and the facts of each case must be carefully analyzed before recommending a judgment. the request. “This direction will also require the Ministry to be open to the possibility of cases of recruitment of foreigners in India that are not import of labor services and therefore will not have a tax impact,” he said. tax”.

These instructions will also help bring an end to the various show cause notices issued in this regard. “These proactive, timely and much-needed guidelines have played a vital role in the successful implementation of GST. When the above-mentioned guidelines are implemented judiciously, they can help in concluding various schemes,” said Abhishek Jain, Head and Partner, Indirect Tax, KPMG.

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J Siddu achieved success in multiple fields, including software engineering, animation, and gaining a significant following on social media.

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December 15, 2023

In the bustling IT corridor of Karnataka, there is one name making waves far beyond the boundaries of programming languages and algorithms. Meet J Siddu, full name Siddalingeshwara, who is recognized not only in the corporate sector as a software engineer but also as a talented animation dancer, choreographer and aspiring model. In the field of business, J Siddu not only excelled, but also received many important awards.

He recently received the prestigious ‘India Europe Award’ from IT company Capgemini for his outstanding contributions in the field. Balancing the technical complexity of the computer world with the artistic sophistication of dance, Siddu represents a combination of intelligence and creativity.

Moving from the field of programming to the world of artistic expression, J Siddu has proven himself as a multi-talented dancer and choreographer. His journey began with him winning the champion title at the middle school dance festival, paving the way for a series of achievements in the field of art.

It is worth noting that J Siddu has created a storm on social media with his dancing skills, especially in the field of unique anime dancing. This form of dance, which is characterized by the combination of different styles, became the main force that helped it stand out in the world of dance. J Siddu’s Instagram account is a testament to his talent, with his dance reels attracting millions of views.

Instagram has proven to be a powerful platform for J Siddu, as his vibrant dance moves combined with trending songs have captivated audiences across the globe. J Siddu ability to seamlessly blend traditional dance styles with modern ones has earned his an impressive fan base on social media platforms. With million views, J Siddu has become a phenomenon, crossing all geographical boundaries and capturing the hearts of dance lovers.

In addition to his success on Instagram, J Siddu has also expanded his presence to other social media platforms like Facebook and YouTube where he shares his journey in dance, choreography, and more. His YouTube channel has become a hub for dance lovers who want to learn and appreciate this art form. Looking to the future, J Siddu envisions a future in which dance remains an ongoing passion while new artistic avenues are explored. He aspires to pursue acting and modeling with the aim of inspiring others to pursue their passions as well as their professional endeavors.

J Siddu’s journey from software engineer to multi-talented artist demonstrates the ability to seamlessly combine passion and profession. As he continues to make waves in the corporate and artistic spheres, J Siddu serves as an inspiration to those who dare to dream beyond conventional boundaries.
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After the request to withdraw troops, Maldives announced the termination of the agreement with India on water source investigation

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December 15, 2023

Sources told that the Maldives government has conveyed the Muizzu administration’s decision to the Indian High Commission.

Just a month after asking India to withdraw its military personnel from the Maldives, the government of President Mohamed Muizzu, whose party came to power through the “India Out” election campaign, decided not to renew the government’s agreement. previous government with India on this issue. a hydrographic project studying the island nation’s waters.

The agreement was signed on June 8, 2019 during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the Maldives at the invitation of then President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, allowing India to conduct a hydrographic survey of Maldives territorial waters, study Research and map coral reefs, lagoons, coasts, and oceans. currents and tidal levels.

This is the first bilateral agreement that Maldives’ newly elected government, which took office in November, has officially concluded.

At Thursday’s press conference, Mohamed Firuzul Abdul Khaleel, Deputy Minister of Public Policy at the Maldives President’s Office, said the Muizzu government has decided not to extend the hydrological agreement that expires on June 7, 2024.

“Under the terms of this agreement, if one party wishes to withdraw from the agreement, the other party must be notified of this decision six months before the agreement expires. According to the terms, the agreement will automatically renew for another five years, otherwise, he said.

Firuzul said India has been informed that Maldives is not interested in continuing with the deal.

According to Maldives newspaper The Sun, Muizzu made the decision after consulting his office. The Sun quoted Firuzul as saying that the authorities believe “it is best for national security to improve the ability of the Maldives military to conduct such investigations and protect such sensitive information.”

“In the future, hydrological works will be carried out under 100% Maldivian management and only Maldivians will have access to information,” he said. Sources in New Delhi said the issue was briefly discussed in Dubai, on the sidelines of the COP28 summit, where Muizzu met Prime Minister Modi, and discussions on how to keep the helicopters operational and Indian aircraft are “under way”. core of the problem”. The “group” that the two sides agreed to establish “will consider in detail how to move this forward.”

Muizzu chose Türkiye as his first foreign destination, unlike previous Maldivian presidents who chose India as their first stop after taking office.

The island nation has two helicopters and one aircraft provided by India to the Maldives National Defense Force (MNDF) to carry out emergency medical evacuation and disaster relief operations. There are 77 Indian military personnel in Maldives operating these platforms.

Muizzu won the presidential election, promising to change the Maldives’ “India First” policy and eliminate the presence of Indian military personnel.

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ISRO will launch Chandrayaan-4 to bring back samples from the Moon after 4 years: Somanath

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December 15, 2023

The Bharatiya Antariksh station, a space station capable of conducting experiments using robots, will be launched in 2028, the agency head said.

The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) plans to launch Chandrayaan-4 to bring back samples from the Moon in four years, its chairman S Somanath said while elaborating on the agency’s Vision 2047 universe.

The first module of the Bharatiya Antariksh Station – India’s planned space station – capable of conducting experiments using robots, will be launched in 2028.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had earlier asked the space agency to establish a space station by 2035 and send humans to the Moon by 2040.

Although these missions may seem far-fetched, a key experiment to sustain human spaceflight will be “launched within three years,” Somanath said at a conference at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Thursday. for the next four months”.

The SPADEX experiment will demonstrate autonomous docking capability. Docking is a process where two spacecrafts are aligned in a precise orbit and joined together.

Explaining the mission, Somanath said: “Two satellites that are connected to each other will be launched, they will separate out, travel for a few kilometres, and then come back and connect.”

While India successfully developed the lander and rover on-board Chandrayaan-2 and Chandrayaan-3 missions after Russia backed out, Somanath said that for a sample-return mission “we need much more technology than what we have developed for the landing.”

He said work was on to develop technologies such as robotic arm to collect samples, mechanisms for docking in the Moon orbit and Earth orbit, transfer of samples, re-entry into the atmosphere without burning up — this will also be demonstrated by the Gaganyaan mission that will send astronauts to low Earth orbit and bring them back to Earth.

And while the ISRO recently demonstrated a trajectory to bring back a spacecraft from the Moon to Earth orbit using left-over fuel in the propulsion module, for a sample return mission the ascender module will have to collect the samples, come back to an orbit around the moon, and dock with another craft and transfer the sample, before it starts its journey back to Earth.

In Earth orbit, the spacecraft will have to dock with another module that will bring it to Earth. Just like the Gaganyaan mission, the spacecraft containing samples from the Moon will fall into the ocean using a parachute.

Somanath said for a sustainable Indian presence in space, ISRO is also working on developing an inflatable habitat module where astronauts can roam and conduct experiments.

ISRO is also working on technologies like satellites that can refuel other satellites in space and ISRO service modules that can use robotic arms to maintain the module and even replace the module when needed.

Although the first module could be launched in 2028 on existing rockets, building the entire space station would require a heavier launch vehicle, he said. Somanath said ISRO is working on the design of the Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGVL) which will be capable of carrying 16-25 T into low Earth orbit. More importantly, ISRO is in discussions with NASA and the European Space Agency to build a common interface between India’s space station and those of these countries. This interface will make joint work possible, Somanath said, and shows the possibility of cooperation with these countries to build the space station.

He said the current International Space Station was built in collaboration with several countries and will be decommissioned by 2030. The common interface will also allow India’s module to dock with the ISS.

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Bus-Size Asteroid Skirts Past Earth In A Close Encounter

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December 14, 2023

Asteroid impacts could harm satellites, power grids, and other vital systems, disrupting communication, electricity, and economy.

Space watchdogs are on high alert! NASA has been tracking four asteroids that were recently or in a day will be zipped by Earth, keeping a close eye on them with powerful telescopes like the NEOWISE and ALMA. These celestial rocks, called near-Earth objects, were all safely spotted before their flyby on December 13-14.

One of the asteroids, named 2023 XH7, is a member of the Apollo group, known for its orbit that crosses Earth’s path. Luckily, it zoomed past us at a safe distance of around 940,148 kilometers. While it moved quite fast, like a space shuttle, its size was small enough not to pose any danger to our planet.

The four additional asteroids, namely 2023 XU4, 2023 XO10, 2023 XB12, and 2023 XB3, share a common characteristic with their counterpart 2023 XH7-they are all approximately the size of a city bus. Much like their celestial companion, these asteroids are anticipated to pass by Earth at a secure distance, providing a close but benign celestial spectacle.

Asteroids are large rocks that orbit the sun. Sometimes, they collide with Earth, causing damage and destruction. One of the possible effects of an asteroid impact is the loss of communication satellites, which provide internet, phone, and other services that we rely on. Another possible effect is the damage to power grids, which supply electricity to homes, businesses, and industries. Without communication and electricity, our society would face many challenges and difficulties.

The probability of an asteroid hitting Earth and causing such widespread damage is very low, but it is not zero. Therefore, we should not ignore this potential threat but rather prepare for it. We should invest in the research and development of technologies that can detect asteroids that are on collision course with Earth and deflect them away from our planet. By doing so, we can protect our civilization from a cosmic disaster.

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Global Partnership on AI members adopt New Delhi declaration, bat for equitable access to AI resources

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December 14, 2023

While acknowledging the rapid pace of improvement in advanced AI systems and their potential to generate economic growth, the declaration flagged concerns emanating from such systems including misinformation, unemployment, lack of transparency and fairness, protection of intellectual property and personal data, and threats to human rights and democratic values.

The Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI), an alliance of 29 member countries, has unanimously adopted the New Delhi declaration underscoring the need to mitigate risks arising from the development and deployment of AI systems, and promoting equitable access to critical resources for AI innovation including computing and high quality diverse datasets.

While acknowledging the rapid pace of improvement in advanced AI systems and their potential to generate economic growth, the declaration flagged concerns emanating from such systems including misinformation, unemployment, lack of transparency and fairness, protection of intellectual property and personal data, and threats to human rights and democratic values.

“We support the intention of India, as Lead Chair for 2024, in its endeavour to promote collaborative AI for global partnership among GPAI members by supporting projects aimed at promoting equitable access to critical resources for AI research and innovation, such as AI computing, high quality diverse datasets, algorithms, software, testbeds, and other AI-relevant resources in compliance with applicable intellectual property protections and data protection legislations,” the declaration said.

This is a significant win for India, which has batted for a collaborative approach towards building AI systems as it looks to push its model of digital public infrastructure (DPI) across the world. Additionally, access to member states’ IT capabilities will also boost New Delhi’s plan to build a sovereign AI system, which it says is crucial to countering Chinese domination. several foreign companies in this field.

Addressing a press conference, Minister for Electronics and IT Rajeev Chandrasekhar said the declaration aims to ensure that AI and its benefits are inclusive and accessible to all countries around the world, including southern countries. The declaration was adopted after a five-hour ministerial discussion.

The statement also said the global framework on AI must be anchored in democratic values and human rights, protect dignity and well-being, ensure personal data protection, protect intellectual property rights, and protect human rights. private and secure, foster innovation, and promote the trustworthy, responsible, sustainable, and human-centered use of AI.

GPAI is an effort, largely led by the democratic world, to take a comprehensive risk-based approach to AI. It includes countries such as India, United States, United Kingdom, France, Japan and Canada, among others. China, a major technological superpower, is not part of the multilateral grouping.

This was also the first time team members met together after the emergence of general AI platforms like ChatGPT and Google Bard, pushing conversations around AI into the mainstream. To achieve this goal, the statement notes that GPAI members will play a “central” role in solving contemporary AI problems, including generative AI, “through applied AI projects.” applied to address social and global challenges, maximizing benefits and minimizing associated risks. .

GPAI members also agreed to support AI innovation in agriculture as a new “thematic priority.” IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said earlier that India is promoting agriculture as a priority sector in AI innovation.

“We recognize the importance of promoting the development and access of reliable, risk-balanced AI applications to ensure sustainable food production systems and implement resilient agricultural practices helps increase productivity and output, helps regenerate ecosystems, and enhances climate mitigation and adaptation capacity. changes, extreme weather conditions, droughts, floods and other disasters, gradually improving land quality, while promoting participation and empowerment of workers in agricultural supply chains ”, the statement said.

The statement also said GPAI will seek a diverse membership, with a particular focus on low- and middle-income countries to ensure a broad range of national and regional expertise, perspectives and experiences based on our common values. Senegal, a current member of the group, has been appointed to the GPAI steering committee.

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Menstrual leave can lead to discrimination against women: Irani

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December 14, 2023

Rashtriya Janata Dal MP Manoj Kumar Jha asked in a supplementary question whether the government would take steps to make it mandatory for employers to grant certain leave to women employees.

Union Minister for Women and Child Development Smriti Irani on Wednesday told Rajya Sabha that menstrual leave could lead to discrimination against women in the job market.

She was responding to a question about whether the government was considering passing a menstrual leave law.

“Because today women are choosing more and more economic opportunities, I only give my personal opinion on this issue, I am not the Ministry in charge. We shouldn’t be asking questions where women are somehow denied equal opportunities just because someone who doesn’t menstruate has a particular view about menstruation,” she said. Rashtriya Janata Dal MP Manoj Kumar Jha asked in a supplementary question whether the government would take steps to make it mandatory for employers to grant certain leave to women employees.

Irani added that as a menstruating woman herself, “menstruation and the menstrual cycle are not an obstacle.”

“It’s a natural part of a woman’s life journey,” she said.

Jha said that Bihar, under former chief minister Lalu Prasad Yadav, was the first state to have a menstrual leave policy.

He also asked whether the government was considering regulating toxic chemicals used in sanitary napkins. While Irani said production-related issues do not fall under the purview of the Ministry of Women and Child Development, there were no complaints regarding sanitary napkins provided by the government.

Suvidha sanitary napkins are sold for Rs 1 under the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Jan Aushadhi Pariyojana scheme, an affordable health scheme.

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Violation of congressional security: 4 people arrested and charged under UAPA, will be brought to court today

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December 14, 2023

Violation of parliamentary security: Police sources said the defendant had traveled to the capital separately in recent days.

Parliament security breach: After hours of questioning, four people arrested for breaching Parliament security have been charged under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA), Delhi Police informed.

While Manoranjan D and Sagar Sharma were arrested for breaking into the Lok Sabha, jumping from the visitors’ gallery and opening a smoke box, Neelam Azad and Amol Shinde were arrested for opening a smoke box in front of Parliament.

A senior police officer said he has registered an FIR against them at Parliament Street police station under sections 153 (intent to cause riot only), 120-B (criminal conspiracy), 452 (trespass ), 186 (obstruction of the public). public servant discharging public functions), 353 (assault or criminal force to restrain public servant from discharging his functions) of the Indian Penal Code, and sections 16 and 18 of the UAPA.

“We have arrested them and are on a hunt for their associate, Lalit Jha, who is currently absconding. The investigation has been handed over to the counter-intelligence unit of the special cell,” the officer said, adding that they will produce all the accused before Patiala House court later today for arrest. hold them for further investigation.

Police sources said all the accused had arrived in the capital separately in recent days and it was Jha who allegedly took them “to her friend Vicky’s house in Gurgaon”.

“The accused started planning the security breach in January, and Manoranjan even conducted reconnaissance while visiting the Parliament complex during the monsoon session,” informed an officer.

“A few days ago, Manoranjan coordinated with the personal staff of MP Pratap Simha, his local MP, and applied for a visitor’s pass on December 14. The official staff called him on Thursday. Three to ask him to take back the card that was issued for December 13th. On Wednesday morning, they left Vicky’s house in a taxi with a radio and went to Parliament. Manoranjan and Sharma went inside, while Jha, Azad and Shinde waited outside,” the source said.

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More than a week after the BJP’s landslide victory, Mohan Yadav was sworn in as the new chief minister of Madhya Pradesh, succeeding Shivraj Singh Chouhan.

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December 13, 2023

MLA from Ujjain South, Yadav was elected at a meeting in Bhopal held in the presence of central observers. “I will fulfill the responsibility you have given to a small worker with your blessings… I am not worthy of the responsibility you have given to a small worker like me. However, with your love and blessings, I will try to shoulder this responsibility,” Yadav said after being elected. He took oath in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and former Madhya Pradesh CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan. Below is the full list of ministers who will be sworn in as part of the new Cabinet:

👉 Minister: Mohan Yadav

✔️ Deputy Ministers: Rajendra Shukla and Jagdish Devda

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The minister said electricity generation from coal will decrease to 23% by 2030

As MNCs protest against GST posting notification, CBIC tells officials: don’t implement SC decision mechanically

J Siddu achieved success in multiple fields, including software engineering, animation, and gaining a significant following on social media.

After the request to withdraw troops, Maldives announced the termination of the agreement with India on water source investigation

ISRO will launch Chandrayaan-4 to bring back samples from the Moon after 4 years: Somanath

Bus-Size Asteroid Skirts Past Earth In A Close Encounter

Global Partnership on AI members adopt New Delhi declaration, bat for equitable access to AI resources

Menstrual leave can lead to discrimination against women: Irani

Violation of congressional security: 4 people arrested and charged under UAPA, will be brought to court today

More than a week after the BJP’s landslide victory, Mohan Yadav was sworn in as the new chief minister of Madhya Pradesh, succeeding Shivraj Singh Chouhan.

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