Kolkata, March 3 (IANS) India's digital might and the country's advances in the computing sector are being showcased in Indonesia and Malaysia, courtesy a travelling exhibition curated by the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM).
As a part of the 'Festival of India' celebrations in Indonesia and Malaysia, two travelling exhibitions - 'Life on the Silver Screen: The Fascinating Story of Indian Cinema' and 'The Rise of Digital India' - were inaugurated in Jakarta, Indonesia, on February 28, a NCSM statement said on Tuesday.
After Indonesia, the exhibition will be showcased in various cities of Malaysia such as Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Malacca from April 18 to June 30.
'The Rise of Digital India' show tells the story of the evolution in the computing and digital technologies in India through 70 exhibits.
"It showcases the phenomenal rise of computing sector in India and use of computing and application, digital technologies in India after independence, touching the lives of millions of Indians in areas such as agriculture, power generation, weather forecasting, e-commerce, atomic energy, space, communication, e-governance etc," said NCSM Director General G.S. Rautella.
The displays have been grouped into sections such as 'India: A culture of information', 'First Steps into modernity', 'Maturing of an information civilization', 'Impacts on the society' and 'IT and Space Science partners in development'.
Visuals and graphics, film clippings, artefacts/replicas and interactive multimedia have been effectively used in the exhibition, said the release.
This is the maiden 'Festival of India' event in the two south east Asian nations.
Apart from digital technology, the other part of the travelling exhibition highlights a century of Indian cinema and its impact on society and culture.
Cyclone Dana Updates: Cyclone Dana became fierce! The sea started roaring, the airport closed, and 10 lakh people were evacuated.
There is increased vigilance in Odisha and West Bengal regarding the cyclone Dana. All preparations have been completed to protect against that storm. 288 teams of NDRF have been deployed in Odisha.
The situation worsened in Pakistan, people of the country struggling with water shortages amid scorching heat
At present, Pakistan is surrounded by troubles. People living in many parts of the country including Sindh are facing severe heat. The temperature here has crossed 50 degrees Celsius. Along with this,
The Good news for the Africa series: Cricket board said - there is no danger to the players in the bio bubble, Omicron's symptoms are normal
The series between India and South Africa starting from December 17 is under the shadow of Corona's new variant Omicron. Now the Chief Medical Officer of Cricket Cricket South Africa (CSA) Dr. Shuaib
Pakistan: Pakistan was rocked by an explosion on Mohammad Ali Jinnah's birthday, five were killed; 12 people were injured
Five soldiers, including a captain, were killed and 12 civilians were injured in multiple explosions in Pakistan's Balochistan province on Sunday. The News International newspaper reported in its
Weather News: Avalanche alert was issued in Uttarakhand, Meteorological Department told that it will rain in these states of the country
The weather in the country is constantly changing. Sometimes it is suddenly getting cold, and sometimes the strong sun is making people feel hot. In many states including Delhi-NCR, UP, Bihar, and
Haryana government's big decision: Schools for children of class 10th to 12th will open from February 1
Amidst the growing threat of Corona, the Haryana government has decided to open schools for the children of class 10th to 12th from February 1. Only children who have received the first dose of the
Sonu Sood turns Corona positive, still ready to help people
New Delhi, JNN l Sonu Sood's test positive for coronavirus has come. Information about this, he has shared a note on social media. In this he has written, 'Coronavirus mode and spirit is super
Inflation: Claim- There may be recession in the whole world next year, crude oil may be $ 45 per barrel
There is a possibility of recession all over the world next year. A third of those surveyed by Russell Investments Fixed Income said a recession could happen by next year. 27 percent believe that in
Another indigenous vaccine: Human trial of the country's first mRNA technology, corona vaccine approved, developed by Pune-based Genoa company
The Drug Controller General of India has approved a human trial for the country's first mRNA technology vaccine. The Ministry of Earth Science gave this information on Friday. The vaccine named HGCO19
Kapil Sharma said something about his wife Ginni in front of a huge crowd abroad, now apologizes out of fear
Kapil Sharma recently went to Canada to do a show. There he has gone to the show with his entire team of Kapil Sharma Show. There was a huge crowd at Kapil's show. The comedian himself has shared
