New Delhi: Dr. Arvind Panagariya, Hon’ble Chairman of the 16th Finance Commission, launched the inaugural issue of NITI Aayog’s report titled “Fiscal Health Index (FHI) 2025” today in the presence of Suman Bery, Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog; Dr. Arvind Virmani, Member of NITI Aayog; and Shri B.V.R. Subrahmanyam, CEO of NITI Aayog, among other…
Mumbai: Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, announced today that India Energy Week (IEW) 2025 will be the second-largest energy event globally in terms of participation, exhibition space, and sessions. Scheduled to take place from February 11–14, 2025, at Yashobhoomi, Dwarka, New Delhi, the event will set new benchmarks in the…
Bengaluru: Over 200 solar physicists from India and abroad have convened in Bengaluru this week for an international conference on ‘Sun, Space Weather, and Solar-Stellar Connections.’ Organized by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), the event marks the 125th anniversary of the Kodaikanal Solar Observatory (KSO), a cornerstone of solar research in India since its…
Bhubaneswar/Bargarh: Anu Garg, IAS, Development Commissioner and Additional Chief Secretary (ACS) to the Government, Department of Water Resources, conducted an on-site review of irrigation projects in the Sambalpur and Bargarh districts today. During her visit to the Gangadhar Meher Lift Irrigation Project in Bargarh, Garg assessed the progress of the pump house operations, which aim…
Bhubaneswar: The three-day National Level Workshop on the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 concluded at the Regional Institute of Education, Bhubaneswar, with an in-depth discussion on transforming Odisha’s education system. The workshop saw ten expert groups deliberating on various facets of NEP 2020, including foundational and preparatory stages, assessment reforms, teacher education,…
Halol, Gujarat: In a significant move toward promoting sustainable agricultural practices, the Governor of Gujarat, Acharya Devarat, emphasized the crucial role of natural farming in harmonizing the ecosystem and meeting human needs. Inaugurating a two-day national workshop on natural farming at the Gujarat Natural Farming Science University in Halol, the Governor underscored the benefits of…
Prayagraj: In a remarkable celebration of art, culture, and spirituality, Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, inaugurated the ‘Bhagwat’ exhibition at the Allahabad Museum yesterday. The exhibition, based on exquisite miniature paintings, is a tribute to the grandeur of the upcoming Maha Kumbh and showcases the rich cultural heritage of India. Speaking…
Port Louis: The Indian Navy’s INS Sarvekshak achieved a significant milestone by completing the final phase of a comprehensive hydrographic survey of Mauritius, covering an expansive area of over 25,000 square nautical miles. A formal reception ceremony marked the occasion, with Anurag Srivastava, High Commissioner of India to Mauritius, officially handing over the fair sheet…
New Delhi: India is set to achieve a monumental milestone in marine exploration with the launch of its first human underwater submersible, a significant step toward strengthening the nation’s scientific capabilities and advancing its blue economy. Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Earth Sciences, and Minister of State for PMO, Department…
Shillong: Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying & Panchayati Raj, Rajiv Ranjan Singh, inaugurated the “Conclave on Dialogue for Holistic Development of Livestock Sectors in the North-East Region” in Shillong today. The event, attended by Minister of State George Kurian, Ministers of Animal Husbandry from various North Eastern Region (NER) states, industry representatives,…
