New Delhi: In a major boost to India’s maritime security and self-reliance in defence manufacturing, the Ministry of Defence has signed a contract with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Bengaluru, for the procurement of 149 state-of-the-art Software Defined Radios (SDRs) for the Indian Coast Guard. The deal, valued at ₹1220.12 crore, falls under the ‘Buy (Indian-IDDM)’…
Kolkata: In a significant move to strengthen India’s technology ecosystem, the Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has inaugurated a state-of-the-art incubation facility in Salt Lake, Kolkata. The facility was inaugurated by Jitin Prasada, Union Minister of State for Commerce & Industry and Electronics & IT,…
New Delhi: In a significant step toward tackling the growing burden of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in India, the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare has launched an Intensified Special NCD Screening Campaign today. Running from February 20 to March 31, 2025, the initiative aims to achieve 100% screening of individuals aged 30 years and above…
Mohali: In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers have identified common metabolites across different cancer types, including pancreatic cancer and glioma, suggesting their potential as universal cancer biomarkers. This finding offers a promising non-invasive method for early cancer diagnosis and could pave the way for more effective therapeutic strategies. Aggressive cancers like pancreatic cancer and glioma, which…
Lucknow: The 9th International Symposium on Current Trends in Drug Discovery Research was inaugurated at CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CSIR-CDRI), Lucknow, bringing together leading scientists, researchers, and industry experts to discuss the latest advancements in pharmaceutical research. Dr. Radha Rangrajan, Director of CSIR-CDRI, welcomed the dignitaries and participants, highlighting the significance of the symposium in…
Mumbai: Marking the 75th anniversary of the Indian Constitution, Union Minister for Social Justice & Empowerment, Dr. Virendra Kumar, addressed a gathering at the ‘Samvidhan Amrit Mahotsav’ at the University of Mumbai on [Date]. He emphasized the government’s unwavering commitment to social justice, equality, and empowerment, drawing inspiration from Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar, the principal architect…
New Delhi: In a significant move towards empowering tribal communities, the Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India (TRIFED) has forged key partnerships with Reliance Retail, HCL Foundation, and Torajamelo Indonesia to enhance market access and economic opportunities for tribal artisans. Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) were signed on February 19, 2025, during the ongoing ‘Aadi…
Bhubaneswar: India bounced back in style in the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25 (Men) with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over reigning World Champions Germany at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium on Wednesday. Gurjant Singh (4′) scored the only goal of the match, as India climbed to seventh place in the standings, securing their second win of…
Bhubaneswar In a closely contested battle, Spain edged past India 1-0 in the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25 (Women) at the Kalinga Stadium on Wednesday. Captain Marta Segu (49’) scored the only goal of the match, securing Spain’s fourth consecutive victory in the tournament. The game was an intense affair, with both teams displaying strong defensive…
Bhubaneswar: In response to the recent tragic incident at Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT), the Higher Education Department of Odisha has set up a 24×7 help desk to address student safety, security, and academic well-being. This initiative aims to assist affected students and their families while ensuring a smooth return to campus for those…
