May 10 News Roundup | ‘Right to Walk’ in Punjab, underwater Croc Trail in Mumbai, & more

From Punjab enforcing ‘Right to Walk’ across the state to Mumbai Zoo welcoming Asia’s 1st underwater viewing crocodile deck, there’s lots doing the rounds. Read on to know more about the latest trending news and updates in our May 10 news roundup.

Following the constant rise in pedestrian accidents, 1st in line, Punjab has initiated ‘right to walk’ and made it mandatory for all road-owning agencies, including the NHAI, to provide footpath and cycle tracks in future road expansions. Two prominent judgements by Punjab and Haryana HC have also been passed in this regard.

India being the largest population has a baby born in every two seconds, however every 40th second, one of those babies die due to pre-term births (babies born before the 37th week of pregnancy). This indicates a ‘silent emergency’ for children’s survival and health. The government has launched programs like the India Newborn Action Plan and Rashtriya Bal Suraksha Karyakram for better mortality rates.

The 162 years old, Veermata Jijabai Bhosle Botanical Garden and Zoological Museum in Mumbai has launched a new 'Crocodile Trail' with an underwater viewing deck. Spread over approximately one acre of water, the Croc Trail has separate enclosures for the crocodiles and gharials, and more are to be added soon.

Amid almost 52,000 registrations, 2 Indians (total 10) have been shortlisted for the $250,000 Global Nursing Award organised Aster DM Healthcare. Shanti Teresa Lakra from the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, and Kerala-born Jincy Jerry will be evaluated for the award on May 12 in London.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched 2 skill development programmes for quantum computing in India. For this, AWS will be collaborating with QpiAI, and Amazon Braket to build an interactive learning platform for students, industry professionals, and researchers.

As per reports, Maharastra government has directed Konkan officials to ensure that farmers get seeds, fertilisers and crop loan on time ahead of Kharif season. The benefits and schemes launched for farmers should reach them at their door steps for healthier productivity. Further, efforts are to be made for better cultivation of mango, cashew and paddy on a larger area.