10-05-23 Daily-Tamilnadu-TNPSC Current Affairs

Motor IndiaLimited (HMIL) has announced new long term plans in the state ofTamil Nadufor the development of its electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem. A statement released by the company said that it will make further inroads into electric vehicles and modernization of vehicle platform by investing Rs 20,000 crore in a phased manner over the period of 10 years (2023 to 2032).

As a part of the plan, Hyundai will set up a state-of-the-art battery pack assembly unit with an annual capacity to assemble 1,78,000 units of batteries. Furthermore, the company plans to install 100 EV charging stations at key locations in major highways, over a period of five years.

Kerala, the southern state of India, is set to make HISTORY by declaring itself as the countrys first total e-governed state. Building upon its reputation as the first fully-literate state inIndia, Kerala has achieved this milestone through a series of policy initiatives aimed at transforming the state into a digitally-empowered Society. With a focus on a knowledge-based economy and 100% digital Literacy, the government has digitized the delivery of vital Services across various domains, ensuring transparency, inclusivity, and accessibility for all citizens.

Decades after attaining full literacy, Kerala embarked on a journey to become a fullye-literate society.Recognizing the potential of digital technologies to enhance Governance and delivery, the State Government launched several initiatives to achieve total e-governance. The vision for transparent and speedy service delivery to all citizens has been a key driving force behind these efforts.