Sikkim: In a solemn tribute to the 22 brave soldiers who lost their lives during a Glacial Lake Outburst Flood at South Lhonak Lake last year, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh virtually inaugurated the Prerna Sthal memorial at Burdang, Sikkim. Due to adverse weather conditions in Gangtok, the Raksha Mantri conducted the inauguration from Headquarters,…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has announced that the state government will waive the ground rent for all Durga Puja pandals across Odisha. The decision is aimed at encouraging puja committees, pandal members, and devotees, easing the financial burden on those organizing the celebrations. The Chief Minister took to social media to extend his…
Bengaluru: Noel Tata, stepbrother of the late Ratan Tata, has been named the new Chairman of Tata Trusts, following the passing of Ratan Tata on October 9. Noel Tata, who has been a significant figure within the Tata Group, is expected to steer the Trusts forward, continuing the legacy of his brother. Ratan Tata, Chairman Emeritus…
Oslo: In a powerful acknowledgment of the global movement to rid the world of nuclear weapons, the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to Nihon Hidankyo, a Japanese grassroots organization formed by atomic bomb survivors from Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The Norwegian Nobel Committee, announcing the award on Friday, recognized the organization for its tireless efforts…
New Delhi: The India Digital Agri Conference 2024, co-organized by the Indian Chamber of Food and Agriculture (ICFA) and IIT Ropar TIF – AwaDH, took place today in New Delhi, focusing on the transformative potential of digital agriculture in India. The conference, which brought together policymakers, industry experts, researchers, and farmers, served as a platform for…
Vientiane: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Thongloun Sisoulith, General Secretary of the Central Committee of Lao People’s Revolutionary Party (LPRP) and President of Lao PDR, during his visit to Vientiane. The meeting, held on the sidelines of the ASEAN Summit and East Asia Summit, focused on strengthening the long-standing partnership between India and Laos. PM…
Vientiane: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held his first meeting with Prime Minister of Thailand, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, on the sidelines of the East Asia Summit in Vientiane. The two leaders exchanged warm greetings and discussed a broad range of bilateral and regional issues, marking a significant step in strengthening India-Thailand relations. During the meeting, PM Modi…
Vientiane: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held productive bilateral talks today with Prime Minister of Lao PDR Sonexay Siphandone during his visit to Vientiane. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the 21st ASEAN-India and 19th East Asia Summits, where PM Modi congratulated his Lao counterpart for successfully hosting the major regional events. The two…
Gangtok: The second Army Commanders’ Conference of 2024 commenced today in a forward location at Gangtok, with senior leadership of the Indian Army gathering to deliberate on key national security concerns and the future direction of the force. The hybrid-format conference, held at a forward position, underscored the Army’s focus on the realities on the…
Mira Bhayandar, Maharashtra: The Indian Navy took a significant step forward in bolstering its logistical support with the launch of the Missile Cum Ammunition Barge, LSAM 12 (Yard 80), the sixth vessel in a series of eight barges designed for the Navy’s operational needs. The barge was launched by Cmde MV Raj Krishna, CoY(Mbi), during a…
