Washington DC: The India-U.S. CEO Forum, co-chaired by Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, and U.S. Secretary of Commerce, Gina Raimondo, convened today in Washington D.C. to bolster economic cooperation between the two nations. The forum served as a platform for private sector leaders to provide recommendations to both governments, aimed at deepening…
Kolkata: To boost India’s maritime capabilities, the third 25-tonne Bollard Pull (BP) Tug, Ashva (Yard 337), was launched today by Commodore Ajay Yadav, Naval Officer-in-Charge (West Bengal), at Titagarh Rail Systems Limited (TRSL) in Kolkata. This vessel, a proud representation of the “Make in India” initiative, is part of a series of six tugs being…
Ahmedabad: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, today inaugurated and laid the foundation for development projects worth ₹919 crore in Gujarat, which include various initiatives by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC). Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, along with other dignitaries, was also present during the event. Beginning his address with Navratri greetings,…
New Delhi: The Conference on Maritime Decarbonization in India, co-hosted by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB), concluded today at Le Meridien, New Delhi. The event brought together over 200 delegates, including leaders from key Indian ports, government officials, industry stakeholders, international experts, and academia to discuss…
New Delhi: The Indian Chair of the World Trade Organization (WTO) Chairs Programme (WCP) hosted a two-day regional conference on the theme “Fostering Resilient and Responsible Trade for a Changing Global Order” at Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi, on September 27-28, 2024. The event brought together policymakers, scholars, and trade experts from across Asia and Africa…
New Delhi: The Ministry of Coal has announced a significant rise in coal production and dispatch from both captive and commercial coal blocks during the first half of the fiscal year 2024-25. Between April 1 and September 30, 2024, coal production surged by 32% year-over-year, with output increasing from 60.52 million tonnes (MT) in H1…
Udaipur: The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, graced the 32nd convocation of Mohanlal Sukhadia University in Udaipur, Rajasthan, today. Addressing the gathering, the President emphasized the importance of adaptability in the rapidly evolving fields of knowledge, science, and technology, advising students to maintain “The Spirit of the Student” throughout their lives. President Murmu highlighted the…
New Delhi: Odisha Government held a successful Ambassadors’ Meet today at ITC Maurya, Chanakyapuri, marking a significant milestone in the lead-up to the Utkarsh Odisha: Make in Odisha Conclave 2025. The event showcased Odisha’s vibrant industrial ecosystem and presented new investment opportunities to a global audience. Attendees included Ambassadors, High Commissioners, Consul-Generals, Trade Commissioners, and…
New Delhi: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) successfully concluded its two-week online short-term internship program, which began on 17th September 2024. A total of 77 students from various universities across India, including participants from remote regions, completed the program. The online format allowed students to participate without incurring travel or accommodation expenses, making it…
Bhubaneswar: In a powerful session held at Three Chariots Coffee in the city, 25-year-old gender rights advocate Manju Patra from Borbhata village, Kalahandi district, shared her inspiring journey of breaking societal barriers, advocating for gender equality, and promoting sustainable development.
