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भारत ने लॉन्च किया Bharat Forecasting System: अब मौसम पूर्वानुमान होगा और भी सटीक— डिजिटल इंडिया में मौसम विज्ञान की बड़ी छलांग

Rohan Priyadarshi

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नई दिल्ली: भारत ने मौसम पूर्वानुमान को नई ऊंचाइयों पर पहुंचाते हुए 26 मई 2025 को “Bharat Forecasting System” (BFS) का शुभारंभ किया। केंद्रीय पृथ्वी विज्ञान मंत्री डॉ. जितेंद्र सिंह द्वारा विज्ञान भवन में इस अत्याधुनिक प्रणाली का लोकार्पण किया गया। BFS को पुणे स्थित भारतीय उष्णकटिबंधीय मौसम विज्ञान संस्थान (IITM) ने विकसित किया है और यह भारत मौसम विज्ञान विभाग (IMD) द्वारा संचालित किया जाएगा।

BFS दुनिया का सबसे उच्च-रिज़ॉल्यूशन वाला मौसम मॉडल है, जो 6 किमी × 6 किमी ग्रिड पर आधारित है। इसकी तुलना में अमेरिका, ब्रिटेन और यूरोप जैसे देशों के मॉडल 9 से 14 किमी की ग्रिड पर काम करते हैं। इस प्रणाली से अब भारत में कहीं भी – गांव से लेकर महानगर तक – सटीक और समयबद्ध मौसम पूर्वानुमान संभव हो सकेगा।

BFS को IMD के अत्याधुनिक सुपरकंप्यूटर ‘अर्का’ द्वारा संचालित किया जा रहा है, जिसकी क्षमता 11.77 पेटाफ्लॉप्स और 33 पेटाबाइट स्टोरेज है। पहले जहां मौसम मॉडल को रन करने में 10 से 12 घंटे लगते थे, वहीं अब यह काम महज 4 घंटे में पूरा हो जाएगा। इस तेज़ और सटीक मॉडलिंग से चक्रवात, भारी बारिश, बाढ़ और मानसून जैसी स्थितियों के बारे में पहले से ही विस्तृत और विश्वसनीय जानकारी मिल सकेगी।

मॉडल को पहले पायलट के तौर पर 2022 से टेस्ट किया जा रहा था और 2025 में इसे पूर्णत: लागू कर दिया गया है। यह मॉडल उष्णकटिबंधीय क्षेत्रों, विशेषकर 30° उत्तरी अक्षांश से 30° दक्षिणी अक्षांश तक के क्षेत्रों को कवर करता है। इसके अंतर्गत भारत के सभी हिस्सों को शामिल किया गया है। साथ ही, यह प्रणाली ‘अबकास्टिंग’ यानी अगले दो घंटों के भीतर होने वाले मौसम परिवर्तन की भी भविष्यवाणी करने में सक्षम है।

IMD का कहना है कि BFS के ज़रिए वर्षा की सटीकता में करीब 30% और प्रमुख मानसूनी क्षेत्रों में 64% तक सुधार देखने को मिला है। देशभर में लगभग 40 डॉप्लर रडार के नेटवर्क से जुड़ी यह प्रणाली निकट भविष्य में 100 रडारों तक विस्तार करेगी।

BFS की मदद से आपदा प्रबंधन, कृषि योजनाएं, जल प्रबंधन, एयरपोर्ट ऑपरेशंस और शहरी विकास जैसे अनेक क्षेत्रों को अत्यधिक लाभ पहुंचेगा। किसान अब समय पर बुवाई, सिंचाई और कटाई की योजना बना सकेंगे, जबकि बाढ़ या तूफान जैसी आपदाओं से पहले ही सटीक चेतावनी जारी की जा सकेगी।

यह प्रणाली भारत को वैश्विक मौसम मॉडलिंग मानचित्र पर शीर्ष पर ले जाने की दिशा में एक बड़ी उपलब्धि मानी जा रही है। BFS केवल तकनीकी नहीं, बल्कि सामाजिक और आर्थिक स्तर पर भी देश को एक नई मजबूती प्रदान करेगा।

 

Roahn Priyadarshi is a journalist, content creator, and video editor with a passion for storytelling across digital platforms. With a sharp eye for detail and a creative approach to multimedia production, Roahn blends journalistic integrity with compelling visuals to engage and inform audiences. Whether reporting on current events, creating impactful video content, or crafting narratives for social media, he brings a dynamic and versatile voice to every project.

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AI-Powered Learning Tools to Enter Classrooms Across 10 Indian States.

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In a landmark move to modernize the Indian education system, the Ministry of Education has announced the launch of a pilot program to introduce Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered learning tools in school classrooms across ten states. This initiative, rolled out under the Digital India 2.0 framework, aims to enhance the quality of education by making it more personalized, engaging, and adaptive to individual student needs.

As part of the program, schools will be equipped with advanced AI-driven platforms that can analyze a student’s performance in real time and suggest customized learning paths in subjects like Mathematics, Science, and Languages. These tools are designed to identify learning gaps, offer tailored content, and provide instant feedback to both students and teachers. This real-time data-driven approach is expected to help slow learners catch up while enabling advanced learners to move ahead at their own pace.

The initial rollout will cover government and private schools in 10 states, including Maharashtra, Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, and West Bengal, with more states expected to join in later phases. The Ministry has partnered with several Indian ed-tech startups and AI research institutions to develop and implement these systems. Special training sessions for teachers are also being organized to ensure smooth adoption and effective classroom integration.

According to ministry officials, this AI integration could become a game-changer for India’s school education, especially in rural and underserved regions where quality teaching resources are scarce. By leveraging technology, the government aims to bring equity and inclusiveness into the learning ecosystem.

Experts believe this initiative reflects a global shift toward intelligent, tech-enabled classrooms and prepares Indian students for a future where digital literacy and AI awareness will be essential. If successful, the project may be scaled nationwide in the coming years.

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Google offers Rs. 1,95,500 worth AI Pro Plan for Free to StudentsIncludes Gemini 2.5 Pro Access and Ample Cloud Storage

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Google offers Rs. 1,95,500 worth AI Pro Plan for Free to Students
Includes Gemini 2.5 Pro Access and Ample Cloud Storage

In a major move to support students in the field of artificial intelligence, Google has announced that it will offer its premium AI Pro Plan—worth ₹1,95,500—for free to eligible students. This plan comes with access to Gemini 2.5 Pro, Google’s advanced AI model, and includes extensive cloud storage, making it easier for students to work on high-level projects and research.

The AI Pro Plan is designed to give learners hands-on experience with the latest AI tools and platforms used by professionals. By providing free access, Google aims to help students explore and develop skills in machine learning, coding, data analysis, and cloud computing without financial barriers.

To avail of this offer, students may need to register using their official university or college email ID and meet certain eligibility criteria, which Google will specify. The initiative is seen as a major boost to digital education and innovation, especially for those pursuing careers in AI, software development, and data science.

This step is part of Google’s broader vision to democratize access to AI tools and nurture future tech talent across the globe.

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Microsoft Paint Was Declared Dead in 2017. Here’s Why It’s Still Alive in 2025

In 2017, Microsoft announced Paint would be deprecated from Windows 10, sparking widespread user backlash. Despite initial reports of its “death,” classic Microsoft Paint remains available in Windows 11 with new AI-powered features. This article explores Paint’s surprising survival, the failure of Paint 3D, and what this means for legacy software in today’s tech landscape.

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In 2017, Microsoft Paint was declared dead—set to be removed from Windows 10 after more than 30 years as a default graphics editor. The announcement sparked immediate backlash online, with users expressing a mix of nostalgia and outrage.

But Microsoft Paint didn’t die. It evolved.

Today, in 2025, classic Paint is not only still available, but it’s also part of Windows 11—complete with new features, including AI tools. So how did we get from retirement to revival?


Microsoft Announces Paint’s Deprecation

In mid-2017, Microsoft listed Paint as a “deprecated feature” in the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update. The software wouldn’t be removed immediately, but it would no longer be actively developed or included by default.

News outlets like Entrepreneur, Wired, and The Verge quickly picked up the story. Headlines declared Microsoft Paint “finally dead,” and the tech world braced for the end of an era.

Critics pointed out Paint’s limitations: no layers, no filters, no transparency support. But users pushed back, arguing that its simplicity and accessibility were what made it so popular.


Public Backlash Forces Microsoft to Respond

The public reaction was fast and emotional. Social media users shared old Paint creations, called the decision “the end of childhood,” and posted tributes online.

Microsoft responded just days later: Paint would remain available as a free download from the Microsoft Store.

While it would no longer be pre-installed, it wasn’t going away. The company also began promoting Paint 3D, a more modern, feature-rich version aimed at creators and educators.


Paint 3D Fails to Catch On

Despite Microsoft’s push, Paint 3D never gained widespread adoption. It was too complex for casual users and too limited for professionals. By late 2024, Microsoft officially ended support for Paint 3D, confirming it would no longer be part of the default Windows installation.

Meanwhile, demand for classic Paint persisted.


Microsoft Paint in 2025: A Modern Tool with AI Features

In a surprising twist, Microsoft brought Paint back to the spotlight with the launch of Windows 11. The updated app now includes:

  • Dark mode

  • AI-powered background removal

  • Improved file format support

  • A more modern, user-friendly interface

What started as a basic bitmap editor is now a surprisingly capable tool that blends nostalgia with functionality.


Why Paint’s Survival Matters

Microsoft Paint’s journey reflects larger trends in tech:

  • User sentiment still shapes product decisions

  • Simplicity can be a competitive advantage

  • Legacy software can evolve instead of being replaced

For many users, Paint is more than a graphics tool—it’s a cultural icon that represents the early days of personal computing.

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