National Technology Day is celebrated on May 11 every year. (Image: Shutterstock)
National Technology Day is celebrated in India to commemorate the historic nuclear test (Pokhran II) carried out by Indian scientists in 1998.
National Technology Day is celebrated annually on May 11 to commemorate India's scientific and technological achievements. On this date, the Government of India presents national awards to scientists, innovators and individual entrepreneurs in the field of science and technology. The theme of National Technology Day 2024 is: From school to startups: stimulating young minds to innovate. This theme aims to undertake a remarkable initiative to encourage, inspire and motivate the younger generation to take interest in new age technology.
History of National Technology Day
This day is celebrated on May 11 in India to commemorate the historic nuclear test (Pokhran II) conducted by Indian scientists under the leadership of then Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee on May 11, 1998 in Pokhran, Rajasthan. Following the success of Pokhran II, the day was declared National Technology Day in 1998. The successful tests of nuclear bombs made India the sixth country to possess nuclear technology.
Importance of National Technology Day
National Technology Day serves as a reminder to the world of India's growing scientific and technological development, particularly in nuclear technology. Apart from that, the day also provides an opportunity to remember and honor great scientists, innovators and engineers who have contributed to the progress of the nation.
5 ways Artificial Intelligence (AI) has impacted our lives
Artificial Intelligence, popularly known as AI, has become an integral part of our lives. From using voice assistants on our smartphones to smart systems in our offices and homes, we have started to rely on AI even for our daily tasks. Below are some ways AI has impacted our lives:
- Health careAI has revolutionized the health department. From wearable devices like smart watches and smart bracelets that give us real-time data on our heart health, oxygen levels and sleep cycle to diagnosing diseases and predicting patient outcomes, AI has changed the game rules.
- EducationAI has made learning much easier, more personalized, and more effective for students. AI-powered learning platforms can adjust based on the student's pace of understanding and can also help teachers keep track of the student's overall academic performance.
- TransportAnother area where AI is impacting our lives is transportation. AI has made driving much safer and more comfortable. With AI-powered platforms like Google Maps, you can reach your desired location within an estimated time. Not only this, several autonomous vehicles today come with enhanced safety features such as lane keep assist, collision detection and others, all thanks to AI.
- Smart home devicesSmart devices like Google Echo, Alexa, and even our smartphones have made our lives much easier. Users only need to give a voice command to perform simple tasks like turning on the lights, playing music, playing a movie or ordering food online and it's all done in seconds.
- ShoppingAI algorithms have the ability to detect body measurements accurately and can suggest appropriate clothing and accessories based on body type. Additionally, technology allows users to try on clothes or accessories as if they were new, virtually from the comfort of their homes.
