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worldsteel announces the 2019 Steel Sustainability Champions

The World Steel Association (worldsteel) has recognised 9 companies as Steel Sustainability Champions for their work in 2019.  Now in its third year, the Steel Sustainability Champions Programme commends those steel companies that are most clearly demonstrating their commitment to sustainable development. The 2019 Steel Sustainability Champions are: ArcelorMittal BlueScope Steel Limited China Steel Corporation …

Blockchain Principles Launched to Preserve and Protect User Rights

16 user rights make up the newly launched Presidio Principles – the foundational values for a decentralized future This ‘Blockchain Bill of Rights’ establishes a global baseline for building blockchain applications that respect participant rights, safeguard data and protect users It was developed for over a year by the World Economic Forum Global Blockchain Council, …

UNITED NATIONS LAUNCHES GLOBAL INITIATIVE TO COMBAT MISINFORMATION

NEW YORK, 21 May (UN Information Service) – Today the United Nations is launching ‘Verified’, an initiative to combat the growing scourge of COVID-19 misinformation by increasing the volume and reach of trusted, accurate information. “We cannot cede our virtual spaces to those who traffic in lies, fear and hate,” said UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, …

Indian economy will contract by over 10 percent in FY21, with potential losses of USD 1 trillion, says Arthur D. Little report

London, May 20, 2020 Global management consultancy Arthur D. Little (ADL), today released a new report that aims to provide a realistic picture of the economic impact COVID-19 has had on India, and what is needed to rebuild a dynamic and equitable economy. The report, titled India: Surmounting the economic challenges posed by COVID-19, provides …

CamScanner enables Students and Educator in Tier 2 and 3 cities with Regional Languages

New Delhi, April 27, 2020- CamScanner, the most popular document management solution for individuals, small businesses, organizations, governments, and schools around the world announced that it enables Students and Educators in Tier 2-3 cities by making the app accessible in  4 regional languages, besides English. In a bid increase its penetration in the rural areas amid …

Sulekha Sings The Freedom Song, Again!

ulekha starts producing Hand Sanitizers and Liquid Soap, joins the fight against Covid-19 In response to the call of the Government of India and Government of West Bengal, Sulekha has taken up the manufacturing of Hand Sanitizer and Liquid Soap. Necessary Drug License for Sanitizer production has already been obtained from the Drugs Control, West Bengal …