Photo: NORRAG
55 Years Ago! September 8 Was Declared As International Literacy Day
In 1966, September 8 was declared as the International Literacy Day (ILD) at the 14th session of UNESCO's General Conference. However, the pandemic has only brought 'polarity' in the field of education more prevalent across the world. The theme for ILD 2021 is "Literacy for a human-centered recovery: Narrowing the Digital Divide." "As we celebrate International Literacy Day... the right to dream and be free," Audrey Azoulay, UNESCO Director-… read-more
Tags: International Literacy Day, UNESCO, Digital Literacy, September 8
Courtesy: UNESCO
Photo: Siasat Daily
UP Police To Handle Cyber Crime At Station Level
The UP Police Department is implementing computer literacy programs in eight districts within the Agra Zone to deal with the increased influx of cybercrime complaints. With this initiative, the UP police hope to be equipped to handle cybercrime at the station level. With imposed lockdown, cybercrime has been on the rise in India. The police are collaborating with CyberPeace foundation to conduct workshops till the end of July.
Tags: Cyber Crime, UP Police, Agra, Digital Literacy
Courtesy: The Indian Express
Photo: The Indian Express
Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu Urges for 'Digital Literacy'
Vice President Venkaiah Naidu while launching the Adi Shankara Digital Academy requested an active participation from the stakeholders in promoting digital literacy. He termed information as "the main commodity" with an added advantage for those who are acquiring it first. Emphasizing the role of digital education during the pandemic, he said that the world is adopting online education. Naidu also expressed the need for updated education… read-more
Tags: Education, Digital Literacy, Vice-president, Education news
Courtesy: The Times of India
