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11. Which institution has partnered with Intuitive to establish a robotic-assisted surgery training centre?
AIIMS Delhi has collaborated with Intuitive to set up a da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery training centre that focuses on multidisciplinary surgical training. This centre will provide advanced training in robotic surgery techniques for surgeons and care teams, covering specialities like urology, gynaecology, and general surgery. Led by Director Dr Srinivas and Professor DR. V K Bansal from the Department of Surgery, this initiative underscores AIIMS Delhi's commitment to innovative medical education and healthcare excellence ¹. The partnership aims to enhance the skills of medical professionals, ultimately benefiting patients through improved surgical outcomes.
12. In which Indian state did Apraava Energy secure an interstate transmission project for renewable energy?
Apraava Energy secured an interstate transmission project in Rajasthan through competitive bidding conducted by the central government. The project involves building 200 km of transmission lines and a pooling station to facilitate the evacuation of 5.5 GW of renewable power from the Renewable Energy Zone in Rajasthan, covering areas such as Jaisalmer and Barmer. This initiative is crucial for supporting the growth of renewable energy in the region. Apraava Energy is headquartered in Mumbai.
13. Where was the 41st Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Commanders’ Conference inaugurated by Rajnath Singh?
The 41st Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Commanders’ Conference was inaugurated by Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh in New Delhi. The conference focused on addressing evolving maritime security challenges and highlighted strategic discussions for the future of the ICG. The Defence Minister emphasized the ongoing construction of 31 ICG ships by Indian shipyards, with a total worth of over Rs 4,000 crore, aimed at enhancing India's maritime capabilities. Key figures include Defence Secretary Shri Giridhar Aramane and Chief of Army Staff Upendra Dwivedi.
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