- The Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology has unveiled the outcomes of the 15th round of the Australia-India Strategic Research Fund (AISRF).
- About Australia-India Strategic Research Fund (AISRF):
- Nature: AISRF is a bilateral initiative supporting collaborative research endeavors between Australia and India.
- Purpose: It aims to bolster scientific cooperation, tackle mutual challenges, and strengthen the relationship through joint research initiatives.
- Management: The program is jointly managed and financially supported by the governments of India and Australia.
- Objectives:
- Foster collaboration between Australian and Indian researchers in cutting-edge scientific and technological projects.
- Enhance strategic alliances between researchers from both countries.
- India has urged for effective actions to address the issue of seafarer abandonment and to enhance the safety of maritime workers during the 132nd session of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council in London.
- About the International Maritime Organisation (IMO):
- The IMO is a specialized agency of the United Nations (UN), focusing on the safety, security, and environmental impact of international shipping. It plays a crucial role in achieving UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 14, which aims to conserve and sustainably use oceans, seas, and marine resources.
- Key Functions and Structure of IMO:
- Policy Setting: The IMO establishes global policies for shipping, including regulations on safety, security, and environmental practices. Once accepted by member states, these policies become national laws.
- International Labour Day, observed annually on May 1st, is a global celebration honoring the contributions of the labor movement.
- Its origins trace back to the 1886 labor strike in Chicago, where workers demanded an eight-hour workday.
- The significance of International Labour Day grew following the Haymarket incident, which occurred during the Chicago strike.
