CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), New Delhi in partnership with the Department of Science & Technology (DST), GoI hosted the 28th edition of the DST – CII Technology Summit on 23rd and 24th of February 2022.

Detailed explanation-2: -The 28th edition of DST-CII India-Singapore Technology Summit was held in Feb’22. Union Minister of State Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh delivered the inaugural address.

Detailed explanation-3: -i.To Provide a platform for industries, institutions, and government agencies from India and Singapore to exchange ideas, showcase their expertise, forge partnerships, and boost innovation, investment and trade in focus sectors. ii. Convene leaders from priority sectors to discuss development in Science & Technology.

Detailed explanation-4: -CII is a non-profit and non-governmental organization created by advisory and consultative developers to achieve a conducive atmosphere for the growth of Industry and civil society in India. Founded in 1895, it has over 8,000 members, both from the public and from private sectors.

Detailed explanation-5: -The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) works to create and sustain an environment conducive to the growth of industry in India, partnering industry and government alike through advisory and consultative processes.