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Letter from the Director
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The sudden spread of Covid-19 pandemic sparked off digitalisation of processes in a big way, across all sectors. Overnight, schools and universities too were forced to move to online classes, and many edu-tech platforms experienced a surge of interest among learners. Does e-learning simply mean moving to video-conferencing of classes? Can e-learning substitute for student engagement and mentoring that is so important for young learners? Also, in the Indian context, percentage of students who have access to e-learning tools needs to be sufficiently addressed.

These and more such issues are spotlighted in our July 1-15, 2020 Tatsat Communique. Covid-19 is here to stay. We need to actively move to looking for solutions.

Sumi Gupta, Director, Tatsat Foundation
CSR
Senate extends small business coronavirus relief program Senate extends small business coronavirus relief program Democrats have driven a temporary extension of a popular subsidy program for small businesses through the GOP-controlled Senate
The Road to Recovery: A Look at the Digital Future of Small Business The Road to Recovery: A Look at the Digital Future of Small Business ...wake of the coronavirus pandemic, the global economy took its deepest dive since the very depression that defined the road on which Public House now stands. Stacy and his staff were left to contend with history. And they’re doing it by trading in bricks an…
Majority of firms to expand remote working policies in wake of coronavirus pandemic Majority of firms to expand remote working policies in wake of coronavirus pandemic The coronavirus crisis has dramatically transformed the way companies operate – and although some things may one day go back The post Majority of firms to expand remote working policies in wake of coronavirus pandemic appeared first on CityAM.
Cyber Security
Cybercrime jumps more than 50% in 2019, new threats emerge from COVID-19 pandemic Cybercrime jumps more than 50% in 2019, new threats emerge from COVID-19 pandemic SINGAPORE: Cybercrime cases jumped by more than 50 per cent last year, accounting for more than a quarter of all crimes in committed in the country, said the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) in its annual report published on Friday (Jun 26). There we…
Cyber crime cell busts online racket operating from Rajasthan, arrests 2 - Times of India Cyber crime cell busts online racket operating from Rajasthan, arrests 2 - Times of India Panaji: The cyber crime cell (CCC) of Goa police bust an online racket operating from Rajasthan and arrested two persons who allegedly cheated a woman from Mapusa of around Rs12 lakh on the pretext of updating her ATM cum debit card. Crime branch superintende…
Uncovering Your Security Blind Spots: Keys to Protecting your Organization from the Unknown Many organizations are shocked to learn their systems have been breached, with attackers having exposed vulnerabilities. However, you can defend your organization Uncovering Your Security Blind Spots: Keys to Protecting your Organization from the Unknown Many organizations are shocked to learn their systems have been breached, with attackers having exposed vulnerabilities. However, you can defend your organization Many organizations are shocked to learn their systems have been breached, with attackers having exposed vulnerabilities. However, you can defend your organization against these threats by taking some proactive measures. Minimizing your security risk begins wi…
Development Sector
Experts warn of rise in child labour among vulnerable groups Experts warn of rise in child labour among vulnerable groups They say child labour is likely to increase as families struggle to survive the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Army of women health workers on India's coronavirus front line Army of women health workers on India's coronavirus front line About a million accredited social health activists, or ASHAs find themselves on the front line of the battle against the coronavirus, identifying potential cases and educating locals in the hope of slowing its spread
COVID-19 Could Trigger Acute Malnutrition Increase, Says UNICEF COVID-19 Could Trigger Acute Malnutrition Increase, Says UNICEF [FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -A Liberia country report by the United Nations Children's Fund(UNICEF) anticipates that the ongoing deadly Covid-29 pandemic will lead to increased cases of acute malnutrition in vulnerable households especially through the pathway…
Education
HRD proposes to provide digital devices to 4 crore students in higher education in 5 years HRD proposes to provide digital devices to 4 crore students in higher education in 5 years The HRD Ministry made this projection in a presentation to the 15th Finance Commission Monday. The Commission had called the meeting to discuss education "in the time of Covid-19".
Mumbai: TISS may opt to go online for entire semester Mumbai: TISS may opt to go online for entire semester The institute will begin online classes for new batch from August 10. This will apply to all campuses including Mumbai, Tuljapur and Hyderabad with the exception of Guwahati, Professor P K Shajahan, Dean (Academics), told The Indian Express.
Court warns Delhi University of contempt proceedings Court warns Delhi University of contempt proceedings “We had informed learned counsel that the order would be passed in the course of the day and thereafter, it will be uploaded on the website of the High Court,” the HC said in its order.
Environment
Climate explained: will the COVID-19 lockdown slow the effects of climate change? Climate explained: will the COVID-19 lockdown slow the effects of climate change? The drop in traffic during COVID-19 lockdowns reduced global emissions. If we keep encouraging cycling and working from home beyond the pandemic, our climate goals may become more achievable.
Hong Kong staring at plastic waste crisis if workable recycling plan remains out of reach Hong Kong staring at plastic waste crisis if workable recycling plan remains out of reach In new legislation passed in April, China reaffirmed its intent to move towards zero solid waste imports. The waste-exporting nations that kept putting contaminated material in their recyclables have only themselves to blame for causing China to take this ste…
EU hopes to strike deal on climate change law this year EU hopes to strike deal on climate change law this year The European Union hopes to reach a deal this year on a law to make its climate targets irreversible, the bloc's energy chief said on Tuesday, amid concerns that talks between countries could drag into 2021.
International
Warning of measles outbreak in UK as children miss vital jabs in lockdown Warning of measles outbreak in UK as children miss vital jabs in lockdown Doctors have warned of a potential measles outbreak in the UK after a drop in immunisation during the Covid-19 lockdown
International calls grow for UN probe of China over forced birth control on Uighurs International calls grow for UN probe of China over forced birth control on Uighurs Politicians around the world have called for a United Nations probe into a Chinese government birth control campaign targeting largely Muslim minorities in the far western region of Xinjiang, even as Beijing said it treats all ethnicities equally under the la…
China crisis, India scouting for APIs a shot in arm for sick pharma PSU China crisis, India scouting for APIs a shot in arm for sick pharma PSU Govt is trying to reduce dependence on China for APIs and develop indigenous sources
Government
Indian Government Bans TikTok and 50+ Chinese Apps Indian Government Bans TikTok and 50+ Chinese Apps New Delhi concerned over reports of privacy and security concerns
Punjab government issues Unlock 2 guidelines; schools, cinemas to remain closed until July 31 - The Tribune India Punjab government issues Unlock 2 guidelines; schools, cinemas to remain closed until July 31 - The Tribune India Punjab government issues Unlock 2 guidelines; schools, cinemas to remain closed until July 31  The Tribune India Air Travel in Unlock2.0: Guidelines on domestic and international flight services; Check details  The Financial Express
Centre, Tamil Nadu government ink pact with World Bank for $250-million funds for affordable housing Centre, Tamil Nadu government ink pact with World Bank for $250-million funds for affordable housing Our BureauThe Centre, the Tamil Nadu government and the World Bank signed two agreements for affordable housing projects in Tamil Nadu, on Tuesday, involving a total outlay of $250 million. The two p
PM Narendra Modi extends free foodgrains scheme for poor till Nov-end PM Narendra Modi extends free foodgrains scheme for poor till Nov-end Earlier, under the first phase of Garib Kalyan Yojana, 12 million tonnes of grains was allocated for the three months of April, May and June
Social sector
One quarter of patients unable to access mental health services during lockdown, suggests survey One quarter of patients unable to access mental health services during lockdown, suggests survey 'The worst is yet to come' of the mental health emergency, says Mind
NGO confirms first coronavirus case at a tent camp in Mexico with 2,000 asylum seekers NGO confirms first coronavirus case at a tent camp in Mexico with 2,000 asylum seekers Global Response Management, a U.S.-based disaster relief organization, reported Tuesday the first confirmed case of COVID-19 among asylum seekers living at a camp in Mexico.
Teachers to be paid $12K to recruit and manage students under government program with WE Charity Teachers to be paid $12K to recruit and manage students under government program with WE Charity A key piece of a much-scrutinized $900-million program to get youth working in the community will also pay teachers $12,000 each to recruit and mentor students over the summer.
Blogs
The Discomfort You Are Feeling is Grief: David Kessler to HBR The Discomfort You Are Feeling is Grief: David Kessler to HBR The Discomfort You Are Feeling is Grief: David Kessler to HBR ..
Digital transformation in the judiciary Digital transformation in the judiciary Covid-19 pandemic has highlighted the need to adapt to alternative methods ..
Coping with Mental Illness and Anxiety Coping with Mental Illness and Anxiety The recent suicide by acclaimed Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput has br..
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