New Delhi: Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda, chaired a high-level meeting today to review the dengue situation across India and assess the public health system’s preparedness for dengue prevention, containment, and management in light of the monsoon season and the global rise in dengue cases. During the meeting, the Union…
New Delhi: In response to the news item published in The Hindu on July 9, 2024, titled “Confusion over revised NCERT textbooks for classes VI, IX and XI leave teachers in a tizzy,” the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has issued a clarification, stating that the report is factually incorrect and misleading. Incorrect…
New Delhi: The Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry and Electronics & Information Technology, Jitin Prasada, has urged the toy industry to support Indian artisans and nurture creativity and imagination through toys that inspire and educate children worldwide. Delivering the keynote address at the ‘2nd Edition of Toy CEO Meet’ on July 8,…
London: Italian tennis star Jasmine Paolini has made history by reaching her first Wimbledon semi-final, defeating Emma Navarro in a commanding 6-2, 6-1 victory in the women’s singles quarter-final. Paolini’s triumph, achieved in just 58 minutes, marks a significant milestone in her career and in Italian tennis history. Prior to the ongoing tournament, Paolini had…
Wimbledon: Carlos Alcaraz of Spain secured a spot in the Wimbledon 2024 semi-finals after defeating Tommy Paul of the USA in their quarter-final match on Tuesday. Alcaraz triumphed with a notable scoreline of 5-7, 6-4, 6-2, 6-2, showcasing his intense spirit and exceptional athleticism. The match began with a dynamic first set, where Paul managed…
Wimbledon: Daniil Medvedev defeated world number one Jannik Sinner in a dramatic five-set encounter on Tuesday to secure his place in the Wimbledon semi-finals for the second consecutive year. The fifth-ranked Medvedev overcame the gallant challenge of the Italian, who faced a concerning mid-match health scare, to triumph 6-7 (7/9), 6-4, 7-6 (7/4), 2-6, 6-3….
Chennai: The Indian women’s cricket team showcased an extraordinary performance as they triumphed over South Africa by 10 wickets in the final match of the 2024 women’s T20 series at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Tuesday.
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has set an ambitious directive to elevate Odisha to the status of a leading industrial state in India, with a strong focus on creating ample employment opportunities for the youth. The directive was issued during a review meeting of the programmes of the Industries Department and Micro, Small, and Medium…
Bhubaneswar: To enhance the educational infrastructure in Odisha, the state government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Education, to implement the Prime Minister’s School for Rising India (PM Shri) Yojana. Under the MoU, approximately 800 schools in Odisha will be transformed into PM Shri Schools, embodying the core principles of…
Wimbledon: In a thrilling display of resilience and determination, Donna Vekic secured her first Grand Slam semifinal berth at Wimbledon, marking a significant milestone in her career. The 28-year-old Croatian defeated qualifier Lulu Sun with scores of 5-7, 6-4, 6-1, making this her 43rd major tournament appearance. Vekic’s victory propels her into the semifinals at…
